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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Kalea craved individualized attention, flexibility, and community. Through the tennis team, graduate-level research, and off-campus study in France, she found all that and more!
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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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Nora arrived at Grinnell with her college life planned out to the T. Fortunately, none of her plans came true! With new passions and community, she explored new horizons.
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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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Grinnell made Andrea feel like an individual and not just a number. She was also attracted to Grinnell's strong international community.
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Izzy wanted a small college that was not too far from home, but also not too close. She wanted to take a wide variety of classes. Grinnell hit the sweet spot.
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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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Vanessa was excited to be a part of a community where she could make impact, and that's exactly what she did at Grinnell.
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Although she intended to pursue a pre-med path, Mia stayed open-minded and found something even more interesting to her.