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  1. jazz concert

    Grinnell College Hosts Swing Dance Class and Jazz Ensemble Performance

    Jazz Ensemble Director Mark Laver says the band will be performing the music of Chick Webb — music that was made for dancing. Visiting scholar Christi Jay Wells will lead the dance class before the concert, giving everyone, even beginners, a bit of swing dance experience so they can join in the dance that follows.
  2. Brigittine French

    Brigittine French Awarded NEH Grant to Study Maya Testimonies in Visual History Archive

    Apr 24, 2023
    The grant will support her project entitled "Maya Testimonies in the Visual History Archive: Transcribing, Translating, and Accessing Survivor Life Histories."
  3. students working on compost recycling

    Environmental Action Meets Fun

    Apr 21, 2023
    The Student Environmental Committee is a student organization that’s all about working for a good cause while having a good time with friends.
  4. Con Brio

    A Community in Harmony

    Apr 21, 2023
    Looking for opportunities to sing with friends? You’ll want to learn more about Grinnell’s student-led a cappella group, Con Brio.
  5. prairie planting

    Sustainability Takes Root: Earth Week Highlights Green Initiatives and Mobilizes the Community

    Apr 21, 2023
    This Earth Week, April 22-29, sustainability staff at the College are spotlighting these green initiatives while also prompting members of the community to consider their own environmental footprints.
  6. A door with many taped butterflies, mini-flags and paper flowers as decoration

    The Student Organization of Latines: Tradition, Love, and Communidad

    Apr 21, 2023
    The Student Organization of Latinx, an affinity group for Grinnell’s Latinx members, hosts long-time traditions like Quince, SOL Potluck, and Reggaeton.
  7. Liz Hansen and Maekella Mitchell holding their book

    Writing a Book for Children: Book Talk by Liz Hansen & Makaella Mitchell

    Apr 20, 2023
    Grinnell Faculty/Staff Research Series Event, 4 p.m., Tuesday, April 25, 2023, in Burling First Floor Lounge
  8. observatory at sunset

    Grant O. Gale Observatory to Hold Open House April 27

    Apr 20, 2023
    The moon and the Orion Nebula will be the featured celestial objects at an open house at Grant O. Gale Observatory on Thursday, April 27 at 8:30 p.m.
  9. Four flautists perform onstage

    Community and Camaraderie with Fresh Flutes

    Apr 20, 2023
    Fresh Flutes is an ensemble know for amazing instruments, edgy music, and new techniques — but it’s the camaraderie and the musical challenge that makes it remarkable.
  10. Blue-dressed student dancing with a student in a white shirt; two people dance behind them.

    A Glimpse Into Swing Society: Grinnell’s Hidden Gem

    Apr 19, 2023
    Peek inside Grinnell College’s Swing Society, a student organization where people swing dance and have fun! Never tried to swing dancing? No worries — you’ll fit right in with a quick crash course. Learn some of Swing Society’s favorite dance moves, such as the “Mummy,” “Titanic,” and the “Pretzel.”

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