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A summer Mentored Advanced Project explores the history of one of English’s most enduring words.

This summer that passion evolved through her volunteer work with Grinnell’s Civic Education & Innovation (CEI) Summer of Service program with the Grinnell Fire Department and regional emergency response organizations. Rather than focusing solely on emergency response, the position introduces Trujillo to the many agencies working together to strengthen public health, emergency preparedness, and community safety throughout Poweshiek County.

As part of his Mentored Advanced Project (MAP) in the Department of English, Schlimm is examining how one of the world's most popular trading card games tells stories—not just through its artwork and characters, but through the rules and mechanics that shape how the game is played. Working with Stephen Andrews, associate professor of English and director of the Center for the Humanities, Schlimm is examining what happens when a game known for its fantasy worlds ventures into new genres—and what those changes can reveal about culture and history.

Through the Exhibition Seminar, students move beyond studying exhibitions to creating one. From selecting artworks to writing catalog essays and installing the exhibition, they experience the work of museum professionals firsthand.

Physics student Christine Ko ’28 gains hands-on experience with advanced scientific instrumentation through a summer internship at the University of Iowa.

The creation of the associate vice president for people and culture position was announced in January 2026 as part of a phased leadership transition for Grinnell’s Human Resources team. In this role, Pettigrew will be a key member of the College’s senior leadership team and will report to Germaine Gross, vice president for finance and chief financial officer.  

The Community Mini-Grant Program is one way Grinnell College partners with local nonprofit organizations to support initiatives that build community strength and resilience.

Four faculty members at Grinnell College have been awarded a $311,000 grant from the Mid-Iowa Health Foundation (MIHF) to lead a collaborative research study examining the impact of emergency rental assistance on low-income households across Central Iowa.

A week of free performances and hands-on workshops connected Grinnell families with Iowa history, storytelling, music, and creativity through a partnership between the Grinnell College Museum of Art and community organizations.