We Are Family Weekend 2024

7 a.m.–6 p.m. We are Family Weekend Welcome & Information Table, Joe Rosenfield ’25 Center, First Floor Lobby

8 a.m.–3:50 p.m. Class Visits, Various locations

Families are invited to attend a select list of classes. Passes are required. You may pick up passes from the We Are Family Weekend Welcome and Information table. Space is limited and visitors must arrive early to class to avoid class disruption.

10–11 a.m. Campus Tour, Admissions & Student Financial Services 

1:30–2:30 p.m. Grinnell College Parents and Families Leadership Council (Development and Alumni Relations Presentation), Humanities and Social Studies Center (HSSC), Room S1325

Learn more about the Grinnell College Parents and Families Leadership Council, its purpose, member responsibilities, and opportunities. Hear from current parent members and consider joining other parents and families in this distinctive partnership with Grinnell College.

2 - 5:30 p.m. Open Swim Practice, Natatorium

Reconnect with fellow alumni while the current swimmers and divers prepare for the season ahead

2:15 p.m. Jumaah Prayer, Center for Religion, Spirituality and Social Justice (CRSSJ), 913 8th Ave.

Join Imam Abdul Muhaymin Priester and the Muslim Student Association for Jumaah Prayer. Email Deacon Grayson with questions.

3–4:30 p.m. Division of Student Affairs Reception for parents/guests, Rosenfield Center, Courtyard

Rain Location: Rosenfield Center, Room 101 and Lobby

3:30–5:30 p.m. ICA Meet & Greet 

Conney M. Kimbo Black Cultural Center, 1003 10th Ave.

Disability Cultural Center, Steiner Hall, first floor, Room 205

Stonewall Resource Center, Younker lower level

An opportunity for families, guests and students to meet each other and the staff of the cultural centers.

4 p.m. Volleyball Grinnell College vs. Loras College, Darby Gym

4:15 p.m. Open Football Practice, Rosenbloom Field

Reconnect with fellow alumni near Rosenbloom Field while the team has walkthroughs in preparations for Saturday's match.

5:30 p.m. Shabbat Services, Rosenfield Center, room 209.  

Join Rabbi Sarah Brammer-Shlay and Chaverim for Shabbat Services followed by Shabbat Table with a home cooked dinner at 6:30 p.m. Email Deacon Grayson with questions.

6 p.m. Volleyball Loras College vs. Augustana College, Darby Gym

7:30–9 p.m. Grinnell Jazz Ensemble Concert, Bucksbaum Arts Center, Room 104, Sebring-Lewis Hall. Listen to the livestream.

8 p.m. Volleyball Grinnell College vs. Augustana College, Darby Gym

8:30–10:30 p.m. Grant O. Observatory Open House

If the sky is clear, the featured objects will be Saturn and the Ring Nebula. If the sky is cloudy, the presentation will involve a tour and computer demonstrations. Please call 641-269-4770 if the weather is questionable. Access to the telescope involves several sets of steps but visitors with mobility restrictions can be accommodated with advance notice. Please contact Family Weekend staff for accommodations.

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8 a.m.–1 p.m. We are Family Weekend Welcome & Information Table, Rosenfield Center, First Floor Lobby 

9 a.m.–9:45 a.m. President’s Welcome, Herrick Chapel 

President Anne F. Harris will provide welcoming remarks and time to mingle. Watch the livestream.

9:30 a.m. Athletic Facilities Tour, Bear Lobby 

Join Andy Hamilton ’85 for a walking tour of the College's athletic facilities.

10–11:30 a.m. Science & Social Studies and Humanities Student Research Poster Sessions, Noyce First Floor Elbow

Engage with students as they present their research and summer internships in a scholarly poster session format.

10–11 a.m. Parents and Families Leadership Council Fall Meeting (Invitation Only), HSSC, Room A1231 

11:15 a.m.–noon Parents and Families Leadership Council Reception (Invitation Only), President Harris’ home, 1600 Park Street 

11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. We are Family Weekend Lunch, Department of Student Affairs and Development and Alumni Relations partnership, grassy area between Parking Lots J and K.  Rain Location: Rosenfield Center, Marketplace Dining and Room 101 

Registered families and guests of students will receive a complimentary meal. Meal tickets for this event must be picked up from the Family Weekend Welcome & Information Table in the Rosenfield Center prior to attending the event. 

11 a.m. Men’s Soccer vs. Nebraska Wesleyan University, Springer Field 

1 p.m. Football Game vs. Beloit College, Rosenbloom Field

Alumna Halftime Hall of Fame Induction, Rosenbloom Field 

2 p.m. Grinnell Symphony Orchestra Concert, Bucksbaum, Room 104, Sebring-Lewis Hall.  Listen to the livestream.

3:30–4:30 p.m. Campus Tour, Rosenfield Center, First Floor Lobby 

5 p.m. Alumni Hall of Fame Induction Dinner (Invitation Only), Golf Course 

7:30 p.m. Grinnell Singers and the Grinnell Oratorio Society Concert, Bucksbaum, Room 104, Sebring-Lewis Hall.  Listen to the livestream.

9 p.m.  Soccer Alumni Gathering, Jaworski Home 

8:30–10:30 p.m., Grant O. Observatory Open House 

If the sky is clear, the featured objects will be Saturn and the Ring Nebula. If the sky is cloudy, the presentation will involve a tour and computer demonstrations. Please call 641-269-4770 if the weather is questionable. Access to the telescope involves several sets of steps but visitors with mobility restrictions can be accommodated with advance notice. Please contact Family Weekend staff for accommodations.

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We encourage you to engage in self-care, spend time with your student, family, and friends. Enjoy the day and safe travels! 

9–10 a.m. Interdenominational Christian Worship, Herrick Chapel 

We would like to welcome all students, faculty, staff and their families to join Prof. Henry Rietz for an Interdenominational Christian Worship Service. People of all faiths are welcome to attend. Email Deacon Grayson with questions.

10–11:30 a.m. Grinnell Alumni Families Brunch Reception (Invitation Only), HSSC, Room A1231 

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