Celebrate Renfrow Hall Dedication and Mrs. Edith Renfrow Smith

Sep 24, 2024
President Anne F. Harris invites you to a very special weekend of activities on September 27 and 28, which will culminate in the dedication of Renfrow Hall, named in honor of beloved alumna, Mrs. Edith Renfrow Smith ’37 and DHL ‘19.

Putting Knowledge Into Action

Sep 09, 2024
President Anne F. Harris offers a message about “Knowledge into Action: A Strategic Plan for Grinnell College” and working groups.

Welcome and Welcome Back!

Aug 29, 2024
President Anne F. Harris extends a special welcome to the class of 2028 and returning Grinnellians.
Book on table

Cover to Cover: A Community Reading Journey for Students, Staff, and Faculty

Aug 19, 2024
The Cover to Cover series returns for the third year. President Anne F. Harris along with members of the College’s senior leadership team, will delve into a selection of contemporary books from Cover to Cover and students, staff, and faculty are invited to join.

Announcing a Transition in the Dean’s Office

Aug 05, 2024
Beronda Montgomery will step down from her role as Dean of the College and Vice President of Academic Affairs. Gerald (Jerry) Seaman will act as Interim Dean of the College and Vice President for Academic Affairs.
Yellow wild flowers with Gates Hall in the background.

Three New Trustees Join the Grinnell College Board

Jul 09, 2024
Yuki Narula ’94, Steve Pickle ’90, and Gabe Rodriguez ’00 have been elected to Grinnell College’s Board of Trustees, which meets formally three times during the academic year.
Jonathan Colby

Grinnell College Appoints Jonathan Colby Chief Information Officer

Jun 11, 2024
Jonathan Colby, Interim Chief Information Officer at Grinnell College, has been appointed to the position on a permanent basis.

New endowed chair for African Diaspora Studies will be named after Dr. Kesho Scott

Mar 01, 2024
During her 38 years at Grinnell College, generations of students have benefited through engagement with her considerable intellect, passion, and skills honed as an eminent scholar, award-winning writer, and internationally known diversity trainer.
solar farm

Grinnell College Plugs into 16th Ave Solar Array, Marking Historic Environmental Milestone

May 15, 2024
A large solar array north of the Grinnell College Golf Course is live, providing the College with four megawatts of power — approximately one third of the campus’ total energy needs. It is the largest private solar installation in Iowa.
JC Lopez

Grinnell College appoints JC Lopez Vice President of Student Affairs

Apr 15, 2024
Following an extensive national search, JC Lopez has been appointed vice president of student affairs at Grinnell College.

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