Extraordinary journeys begin in unexpected places.
Read more about the extraordinary places these students experienced through their Grinnell College journeys.
Student Journeys
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Maddie was looking for a college with an inclusive, diverse student body where people support each other. Grinnell had what she wanted and more.
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For Sara, Grinnell rose to the top because of the people she met here, especially current students. It felt like a community where she could belong.
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Tori was amazed by how many doors Grinnell opened for her: international internships, study, and research abroad — and a new career path!
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Sophia was enamored with Grinnell's off-campus study options, competitive swim program, and environment. She was able to be herself at Grinnell.
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Sophie savored theatre production, acted on a passion for mental health and therapy, studied in Spain, and much more.
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Harvey crafted an experience that put his interests first: what he enjoyed studying, service, swimming, and multiple off-campus study experiences.
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Elisabeth crafted global educational experiences to work in, learn from, and explore different cultures using her Grinnell experiences. She worked an internship for Chile, went abroad to Greece, and made amazing Grinnellian friends along the way!
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With the help of her community, Emma created an independent major, ran cross country at the national level, traveled to Europe, and found the importance of music in communities.
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When Sophie visited Grinnell, she was enamored by the diversity, authenticity, and openness of the students she interacted with. Those interactions continued throughout her four years and developed into friendships and relationships that she will continue to value after graduation. She similarly valued her experiences with service, research, advocacy, the Rosenfield Program, internships, externships, study abroad, and getting to know Grinnell.