About the Laurel Leaf
The Laurel Leaf is published on-line every other Thursday by the Office of College Services for the staff and faculty of Grinnell College. Some publication date exceptions (due to holidays, etc.) may occur.

How can I get a copy of the Laurel Leaf?
Paper copies of the Laurel Leaf are available from the Office of College Services. Contact wadev@grinnell.edu or call 641-269-3044 for a copy of the current issue. Archive issues may be viewed in Portable Document Format (PDF) at Archive Issues. A paper copy of each Issue is available in the Archive Room at Burling Library - lower level. Departments on campus may request paper copies of the Laurel Leaf for employees who do not have regular access to college computers.

How and what do I contribute to the Laurel Leaf?
Submit an item to the Laurel Leaf through our website or by sending an email to laurel@grinnell.edu. The editor (or editors) of the Laurel Leaf reserves the right to edit all submissions. Items should be of interest and relate to Grinnell College employees - staff and faculty.

Details for each heading are included below:
Announcements - The information Grinnell College employees need to know.

Upcoming Events - Events of general interest to campus employees. These events should either take place on campus or in the local community or be sponsored by Grinnell College or a combination thereof. The editor (or editors) of the Laurel Leaf reserves the right to edit or refuse submissions.

Information Technology Notes - A section in which ITS staff can share information about campus computing and/or technology, including recent or upcoming projects.

Training Opportunities & Tips - Training opportunities of general or specific interest to campus employees. Training can occur on or away from the college campus. Includes Tips that departments or individuals distrubute to assist fellow campus members in achieving productivity and efficiency in the work environment.

Staff/Faculty Notes - Lists promotions, new hires, professional achievements and recognition awarded to campus employees. May also list information related to employee benefits or insurance, including downloadable forms and other documents.

In the Spotlight - Employees may recommend a Grinnell College employee to appear "In the Spotlight." Employees should be aware of the submission and will be asked to provide information about their professional endeavors at the college. A photo of the employee may be taken/submitted for inclusion on the website. The purpose of this area is to share information about campus offices and employees, educate employees about campus services, and increase a sense of campus community through event and/or program information. Recommendations should be sent by email to laurel@grinnell.edu.

How close to publication may I submit an item?
The deadline for Laurel Leaf submissions is 9:00 a.m. the Wednesday before publication. The Laurel Leaf is published every other Thursday during the academic year (with some exceptions).