Evolving the Honor G: A Community-Informed Process
Grinnell College is moving forward with a thoughtful, community-informed effort to evolve the visual identity associated with Grinnell athletics, including the Honor G. Guided by a charge from the Board of Trustees, this work focuses on evolution – not replacement – preserving the meaning, tradition, and deep connection the Honor G holds for generations of student-athletes, while ensuring it reflects today’s teams.
This spring, the College began engaging coaches, student-athletes, alumni, and campus partners in shaping the path forward. A dedicated Honor G Working Group will help guide the process, ensuring a wide range of pride and perspectives are reflected along the way.
Honor G Logo Evolution Working Group
Ruth Feingold (Chair), Dave Arsenault Jr., Sarah Burnell ’14, Jayn Chaney ’05, Tai Duncan ’04, Jawanza Evans, Ian Gunn ’27, Kaan Mac Donald ’28, Lily Mayo ’28, Bella Nesbeth ’26, Roger Roe ’70, Steve Sieck, and James Snyder ’26.
Project Timeline
April–May 2026 | Work with a Design Firm on Research and Discovery: The firm will review past research, assess current use of the Honor G, and gather input from key constituencies to identify shared values and priorities.
May–June 2026 | Concept Development: The design firm will develop and present initial design directions, grounded in community input and project goals to the task force.
June–August 2026 | Refinement: The task force and design firm will collaborate with the working group to refine a preferred direction through an iterative process.
August–October 2026 | Finalization: Finalize the evolved mark and prepare materials for review at the fall Board of Trustees meeting (Oct. 1–2).
As the process moves forward, opportunities for broader engagement will continue throughout. The College remains committed to a collaborative approach that reflects the pride and perspectives of the Grinnell athletics community. Contact Dean Ruth Feingold with any questions.