James Marlow

Why did you choose Grinnell?

I chose to attend Grinnell because of its academically rigorous yet cooperative community and because of its strong sense of community involvement and social justice. I haven't been disappointed!

What do you love most about Grinnell?

What I love most about Grinnell is how the student body's love of learning is vibrant both inside and outside the classroom. It's not uncommon to hear political or academic debates going on between friends, not because they have to for a class, but simply to learn from one another.

What advice do you have for prospective students?

Going through the college process was one of the most stressful things I have ever dealt with, but I assure you, you will make it through it just fine! I recommend setting aside some time for yourself during this process, it'll really help reduce stress between schoolwork and application work. Good luck!