As autumn finally begins to settle in and the campus comes alive with crisp air and vibrant colors, this edition of the faculty and staff newsletter celebrates recent achievements and moments of connection. Highlights include a recap of our CLAS Alumni Fellow’s inspiring presentation to students, faculty, staff, and friends—an event that showcased the strength and spirit of our academic community.
More CLAS news
Check out more CLAS stories by visiting the news section of the CLAS website.
CLAS announcements
SAVE THE DATE: CLAS Teaching Excellence Showcase
You're invited to the second annual CLAS Teaching Excellence Showcase on Friday, Nov. 7 from 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. in the Seminar Room in the UCC Conference Center (UCC 2520D).
Employee updates
Please join us in welcoming and congratulating CLAS faculty and staff on their hiring, promotion, or transfer within the college. Check out this list of CLAS employee updates from last month.
Spotlight CLAS
CLAS Religious Studies faculty member brings students and community together through public engagement work
CLAS Cinematic Arts faculty member finds creative ways to immerse students in hands-on learning
Featured achievements
Lessons from late night producer Eric Leiderman, 2025 CLAS Alumni Fellow
CLAS English, GWSS faculty member recognized for efforts to support the humanities
Upcoming events
Cemetery Walk with Professor Brandon Dean
Learn how to "read" a cemetery, explore the porous boundaries between the living and the dead, meet the Black Angel, and more! This event is free and open to the public.
Texture: How Polarity Yields Five Codes of Music
Professor Matthew Arndt hosts a cosmic-themed music and poetry event featuring a debut animated video by Rabalais Productions and a new percussion piece by Professor Sam Young. This concert is free and open to the public.
For more CLAS-specific events, visit the university events calendar.