Rep. Tom Cole Voluntarily Relinquishes Honorary Degree

Jan 13, 2021
U.S. Representative Tom Cole ’71 has voluntarily relinquished the honorary degree he received in 2016.

In response to the events of January 6, 2021

Jan 06, 2021
The work of Grinnell College is the work of democracy. When we gather to learn, deliberate, collaborate, and create together, we are putting into practice core democratic principles; we are aiding and supporting and contributing to society.

Welcome to the New Academic Year

Sep 02, 2020
It is my great honor to start this year with you in my new role as your president. It is truly wonderful to think of classes being in session and the launch of our great endeavor.

Change in Title for Dean of the College

Aug 06, 2020
Elaine Marzluff title to change from Acting to Interim Dean of the College and Vice President for Academic Affairs to more fully reflect her role for this coming academic year.
Anne Harris in her office

Anne F. Harris Named Grinnell's 14th President

Jul 14, 2020
Anne F. Harris, an energetic leader and gifted teacher, was appointed the 14th president of Grinnell College following a unanimous vote by the Board of Trustees.

A Framework for Academic Progress and Success

Jul 02, 2020
Acting President Anne Harris answers many questions in a video about the coming Fall 2020 term.
Anne Harris in her office

Anne Harris Transitions to Serving as Acting President

Jul 01, 2020
Acting President Anne Harris thanks Grinnell College community members for coming together in new ways to advance educational excellence and serve the common good under some of the most challenging circumstances many have ever experienced.
President Kington giving charge to the graduates

Thank You and Farewell from President Kington

Jun 30, 2020
President Kington shares his reflections of his time at Grinnell and expresses appreciation for the trust, support, and graciousness that have been given from Trustees, faculty, staff, alumni, community members, and most of all our students and their families.

Presidential Transition Announcement

Dec 05, 2019
President Kington will leave Grinnell College at the conclusion of this academic year in order to become the new Head of Phillips Academy in Andover, Massachusetts.

President Kington To Be Honored as an Iowa History Maker

Sep 27, 2019
The African American Museum of Iowa will honor President Raynard S. Kington as an Iowa History Maker for his distinguished leadership of the College since 2010.

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