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On Sept. 28, Grinnell College dedicated Renfrow Hall in honor of 1937 Grinnell graduate Edith Renfrow Smith, honoring her inspiring life of achievement, service, and generosity.

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Popular with both student and downtown businesses, dining dollars will now be available as a payment method at Pagliai’s and El Cascabel, in addition to businesses previously established as a part of the program: Dari Barn, Jay’s Deli, McNally’s Foods, and Saint’s Rest. 

Umang Kamra '22 found personal and professional purpose through his Grinnell experience.

President Anne F. Harris invites you to a very special weekend of activities on September 27 and 28, which will culminate in the dedication of Renfrow Hall, named in honor of beloved alumna, Mrs. Edith Renfrow Smith ’37 and DHL ‘19.

Cross country athlete and comp-sci major Andrew Nickeson ’23 discovered a passion for nature and hiking in small-town Iowa. Together with his teammates and coworkers, he explored beautiful sights!

On Sept. 28, Grinnell College will dedicate Renfrow Hall to Mrs. Edith Renfrow Smith ’37, DHL ’19, and her inspiring life of achievement, service, and generosity. The ceremony will celebrate not only the opening of this unique space but will also honor the remarkable legacy of Mrs. Edith Renfrow Smith.

The Grinnell Chamber of Commerce hosted a free event for all Renfrow Hall students, which included some samples from local restaurants, a scavenger hunt of downtown businesses, and a Renfrow Hall student discount cards to use at local retailers and restaurants.

When Justina Lee ’22 visited Grinnell, she found a vibrant and supportive global community. Four years later, she has embraced opportunities to study abroad, perform with the Latin American Jazz Ensemble, and take on advocacy and mentorship roles.

Drawing on her personal experiences, Bella Nesbeth ’26 has authored a book that blends her passions for political science, softball, literature, and diplomacy.

Strovers was one out of 40 leaders across the state to be selected for this premier issues-awareness program offered by the Iowa Association of Business and Industry (ABI) Foundation. 

Coming from a small town in Minnesota, Maddie McCabe ’22 was struck by the diversity and passion within Grinnell’s student body. She joined the track team, found a job hosting events as a Class Ambassador, and worked with her on-campus mentors to identify her core values, do nutritional research, and prepare for a career in public health.

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Tatum Watkins ’27, a second-year political science major at Grinnell, served as a delegate at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago in August.