News, Events, and Communications
Keep up with what's going on with your student on campus and beyond
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Family Resources: News, Events, and Communications
Grinnell College Newsroom
Visit our newsroom to stay up to speed with goings on at Grinnell, from student and faculty achievements to important announcements for the campus community.
Event Calendar
The campus calendar is your one-stop-shop for what's going on around campus.
Athletic Calendar
Keep up with your favorite athletic teams as they represent Grinnell on and off campus.
Magazine and Publications
Update Family Contact Information
Use this form to ensure that the College has accurate contact information and to receive email communications such as the family newsletter
Grinnell Magazine
Published three times per year, the Grinnell Magazine includes stories for and about Grinnell College community
Middle of Everywhere
Email newsletter generated twice each semester
Annual Milestones
New Student Orientation
The first day of NSO is largely a move-in day, with a welcome ceremony and farewells in the late afternoon that family and friends are invited to attend.
Family Weekend
Family Weekend typically takes place at the end of September.
Commencement
Monday, May 19, 2025
The Commencement Ceremony provides a capstone to a weekend full of concerts, receptions, and other events that showcase and celebrate the achievements of the graduates and their time at Grinnell.
Photo of North campus loggia
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