Aug 11, 2026
The Class of 2030 brings to Grinnell a remarkable range of experiences, perspectives, and ambitions that reflect both the strength of the College's mission and its growing national and global reach.
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Featured ⋅ Aug 10, 2026
Mikaela Yoder, disability resources operations coordinator in Accessibility and Disability Resources (ADR), talks about her path to Grinnell, the hobbies that keep her busy, and what she’s most looking forward to in her first academic year at the College.
Aug 4, 2026
As generative artificial intelligence reshapes classrooms, workplaces, and daily life, Professor of Computer Science Fernanda Eliott believes one of the most important questions isn’t what AI can do — it’s how people can continue thinking deeply alongside it.
In Their Own Words
I’ve been able to have [Dong’s] class and then go into her research. She’s such a supportive, thoughtful professor. It’s a good example of how students are able to develop very supportive relationships with their professors here.
Grinnell definitely prepared me for my future in medicine … good studying habits, how to keep up with courseload, how to advocate for myself in the classroom, seek out professors, and how to work with people. All of those skills got really fine-tuned at Grinnell.
Sports have always been important to me. At Grinnell, basketball was a bigger part of my life than ever before. Basketball helped me maintain balance.
Featured Videos
Friends and colleagues, Professors Will Freeman and Kesho Scott, take on the the Camino de Santiago. This is the story of their journey.
Created by Fintan Rowan Mason ’17
Created by Fintan Rowan Mason ’17
Curated by 12 students enrolled in Professor of Art History Michael Mackenzie’s Exhibition Seminar, Rhizomatic Intimacies highlights the depth of student collaboration, experiential learning, and alumni partnership at Grinnell College. The exhibition, on display through March 29 and featuring photography from the private collection of Keith Jantzen ’80 and Scott Beth, explores themes of intimacy through portraiture, landscape, and the body.
Noah Biniam ’26 has big goals. He has plans of being a cinematographer one day.
Through internships, study abroad opportunities, and support from the Center for Careers, Life, and Service, he's prepared for this fast-paced career.
Through internships, study abroad opportunities, and support from the Center for Careers, Life, and Service, he's prepared for this fast-paced career.
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