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Grinnellians got a taste of their colleagues’ research during the first in a series of New Faculty/Staff Lightning Talks on Tuesday.

Learn about research conducted by four new faculty members: Xiao Chen, Julian Rios Acuña, Xiaoxue (Wendy) Sun, and Putu Hiranmayena

Vivero Digital Fellow Mikey O’Connor ’24 has harnessed his passion for web development to advance the digital presence of Rootstalk, a journal that captures and explores the essence of the Midwestern landscape.

Please visit the Special Collections and Archives’ exhibit in Burling Gallery, lower level.

Grinnell College marked a significant milestone in Renfrow Hall's construction with a Topping-Off Ceremony. Weitz, the construction company, noted this event signals the completion of the building's skeleton structure, with the elevator hoist beam serving as the focal point. Attendees shared in the unique opportunity to sign this pivotal piece before it was raised into place.

The Grinnell Listening Project brings together College students and community members to listen and learn from one another in small group discussions. The dialogue sessions – which are facilitated by trained community members and students – are entering year two and have a number of goals, says Ryan Solomon, associate director of civic education and innovation for the Center for Careers, Life, and Service (CLS).

The Grinnell Crossroads sculpture, which has welcomed visitors and residents at the intersection of Highways 6 and 146…

Sarah Smith-Benanti, assistant director of alumni and donor relations for diverse communities, discusses multicultural reunion, exploring Iowa, and her favorite podcasts and sledding spots.

Prof. Meehan was loved not only by her colleagues and students but also by her invaluable administrative assistants, friends in Grinnell, and scholars around the country who remember her encouragement and support of their scholarly work through the years.