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A total of 34 newly and previously elected members of Grinnell’s classes of 2025 and 2026 are being recognized this year by Phi Beta Kappa for their outstanding academic achievements.

Joyce Stern, dean for student success and academic advising, shares insights on the new Academic Success Center name.

Conner Stanfield ’21 sang a cappella at his professor’s wedding, conducted research (and performed!) with a professional theatre company in Taiwan, and explored the United Kingdom during an off-campus semester based in London.

Last year, Professor Elias G. Saba received a grant to develop a class that guides students through the process of developing philosophies for a flourishing life.

Professor Jon Andelson discusses his 50 plus year relationship with Grinnell College.

ina Ihnatesku ’26, discusses her Best in Show winning art at the 2025 Bachelor of Arts Exhibit at the Grinnell College Museum of Art.

President Anne F. Harris and her husband, Professor of Art History Michael Mackenzie, have created the Emmett and Pierrette Harris Endowed Scholarship, which honors Harris’ parents and benefits under-resourced students at Grinnell College.

Storytime Art in the Park: Read it, See it, Make it, Eat it” returns with new funding and renewed purpose.

Nina Kouchi ’22 loved how welcoming and curious the students were when she visited Grinnell. Her excitement about Grinnell has only grown as she has traveled across the country for golf, explored the town of Grinnell, carried out a computer science Mentored Advanced Project, and spent time enjoying Iowa’s natural beauty.