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.
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FAQ - 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.
Departments on campus may request paper copies of the Laurel Leaf for employees who do not have regular access to college computers.
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 - News, deadlines and information Grinnell College employees need/wish to know.
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 current or upcoming projects.
Campus Wellness - Programs, opportunities and deadlines related to campus wellness. This section includes articles or resources that promote employee wellness.
Staff and 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.
Campus Resource Links - Campus opt-in list-servs available to staff and faculty will be listed in this section.
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.
The deadline for Laurel Leaf submissions is Noon, the Wednesday before publication. The Laurel Leaf is published every other Thursday during the academic year (with some exceptions).
