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Ortiz Receives Sloan Foundation Research Grant

Jun 29, 2023
The grant will allow Ortiz, assistant professor of chemistry, to launch a new line of research and apply her expertise in nanoparticle synthesis to the creation of “nanozymes.”
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Department of Mathematics and Statistics Honors Outstanding Students

Jun 23, 2023
Isidora Bailly-Hall ’24, Huandong Chang ’23, Grace Davis ’23, Zion Hefty ’23, and Lu Johnson ’24 have been recognized for their commitment to the fields of mathematics and statistics.
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Inquiry-Led: What The Hail?

Jun 15, 2023
Anika Jane Beamer ’22, science writing fellow, gives herself and readers a crash course in all things hail.
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Try Our New Databases!

Aug 09, 2023
The library subscribes to a number of new electronic databases.
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ZAWA! Performs Rommereim’s ‘Snap!’ at National Flute Association Convention

Jun 12, 2023
The eminent flute duo ZAWA! will perform “Snap!,” by Blanche Johnson Professor of Music John Rommereim, at the National Flute Association (NFA) Convention in Phoenix on August 4, 2023.
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Doane Chilcoat ’93: The Pivot From Crops to COVID Tests

Jun 12, 2023
As Iowa struggled to access COVID-19 PCR tests, Chilcoat ’93 and his team at Corteva Agriscience stepped up to play a pivotal role.
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Computer Science Department Celebrates Outstanding Graduates

Jun 08, 2023
Sarah Oide ’23 and Eamon Worden ’23 have been recognized for their commitment to the discipline and contributions to the computer science department.
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Sarah Schillinger Awarded 2023 Psychology Excellence Prize

Jun 05, 2023
The prize is awarded annually to a graduating psychology major who demonstrated notable commitment to and voluntary engagement with the values of the discipline.
Holly Roepke

Holly Roepke Appointed Director of Athletics and Recreation

May 31, 2023
Holly Roepke will return to Grinnell College with her appointment as director of athletics and recreation. She will also serve as chair of the department of Physical Education, Athletics, and Recreation (PEAR).
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Commencement Spotlights Exceptional Scholars

May 30, 2023
During the Commencement ceremony, special recognition was given to the recipients of the prestigious President's Medal and the Andrew W. Archibald Prize, honoring the top students who exemplified outstanding academic achievement and demonstrated exceptional leadership throughout their time at Grinnell College.

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