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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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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Alyson grew up in San Francisco and wanted something different for her college experience. With its academic rigor and research opportunities, Grinnell was it.
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Cooper chose Grinnell for its close-knit community. With his advisers, swim teammates, and alum friends, he grew tremendously!
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Essi knew she would be supported at Grinnell. Her three advisers guided her to medicine, South Africa, and advanced neurophysiology research!
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Aaron chose Grinnell for academic freedom. He had many hands-on learning experiences through externships, internships, research, and mentorship positions.
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Nina knew that Grinnell perfectly fit her. Through her externship, advanced research, on-campus jobs, internships, and time in Prague, she made the most of it.
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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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Maria grew very familiar with most, if not all, parts of campus. She received abundant support from her professors, staff members, swim and dive teammates, classmates, and friends.
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Using her internships, off-campus research, independent major, and connections with advisers and alumni, Eleanor specialized in a newfound passion.