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Antonella Diaz sticks her tongue out in front of the cold waters of Alaska

Antonella’s Journey

Aug 30, 2025
Antonella Diaz ’23 came to Grinnell wanting a diverse, tight-knit community that welcomed international students, and a discussion-based, open curriculum that allowed her to explore topics that she hadn't studied before.
Andrew running in a cross country meet

Andrew’s Journey

Jun 17, 2024
Cross country athlete and computer science major Andrew Nickeson ’23 discovered a passion for nature and hiking in small-town Iowa. Together with his teammates and coworkers, he explored beautiful sights!
Mia Kauffman '24

Mia’s Journey

Mar 03, 2025
Although she intended to pursue a pre-med path, Mia Kauffman ’24 stayed open-minded and found something even more interesting to her.
Nora Leahy ’24

Nora’s Journey

May 20, 2024
Nora Leahy ’24 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.
Brian looks ecstatic as he crosses the finish line in a cross country race

Brian’s Journey

May 13, 2024
Brian Goodell ’24 always knew he wanted to go to a smaller school. After visiting lots of campuses, he came to Grinnell, and it just clicked.
Caleb Hoereth '24

Caleb’s Journey

Apr 01, 2024
Caleb Hoereth ’24 discovered his professional goals after multiple internships, clubs, and four years as a varsity soccer player.
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College is a moment of self-discovery, and as you make sense of who you are becoming through this new experience, our team works to co-create opportunities for you to reflect, connect, explore, engage, and strategize.

Vrinda Varia, Associate Chief Diversity Officer for Intercultural Student Life
Intercultural Affairs (ICA)
Vrinda Varia, Associate Chief Diversity Officer for Intercultural Student Life
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The CRSSJ is for you whether you identify as religious or not; we hope this is a place for you to connect, explore big questions, and drink hot chocolate with friends.

Rabbi Sarah Brammer-Shlay, Dean of Religious Life and Chaplain/Rabbi
Center for Religion, Spirituality, and Social Justice (CRSSJ)
Rabbi Sarah Brammer-Shlay, Dean of Religious Life and Chaplain/Rabbi
Autumn Wilke

Each year, the entering class is a highly qualified group of students that includes people with physical, psychological, and learning disabilities. We want you to know that Grinnell is committed to providing equal access and reasonable accommodations for our students with disabilities. We are happy to begin working with you on your access needs anytime.

Autumn Wilke, Associate Chief Diversity Officer for Disability Resources
Disability Resources
Autumn Wilke, Associate Chief Diversity Officer for Disability Resources
A young woman runner poses in front of Grinnell's Honor G flag

Izzy’s Journey

Mar 25, 2024
Izzy George ’24 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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