New endowed chair for African Diaspora Studies will be named after Dr. Kesho Scott

Dear Grinnellians,

We are delighted to share the news that the newly created endowed chair for African Diaspora Studies will be named in honor of Dr. Kesho Scott DSS '21. During her 38 years at Grinnell College, generations of students have benefited through engagement with her considerable intellect, passion, and skills honed as an eminent scholar, award-winning writer, and internationally known diversity trainer.

It is truly meaningful that this chair be named in honor of the first African American woman to receive tenure at Grinnell College and whose scholarly contributions have had an impact far beyond our campus. We invite you to read more about Dr. Scott and this honor. Please join us in congratulating and honoring Dr. Scott for her significant and meaningful contributions to the College.

With gratitude,

Anne F. Harris 
President 

Beronda Montgomery
Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean of the College