For these members of the Class of 2026, CLA became a home away from home and a place to build meaningful connections with their chosen community.

Through active citizenship and community engagement, our students develop a strong sense of their role in the communities they’re a part of.

Meet a few members of the Class of 2026 who found confidence in their voices and in the purpose of their future work through CLA.

Associate Professor Wrigley-Field was awarded the ASA Biology and Society section's Best Publication Award for her 2025 Annual Review of Sociology article.

Professor Hartmann was interviewed on KARE 11 News about the impact of MN sports wins, particularly during a time when Minnesotans have faced civil hardships and unrest.