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For Sebastian Mrotzek ’28, addressing hunger means thinking about both what a community needs today and what could make that need less common tomorrow.

An economics major at Grinnell College, Mrotzek spent the summer working with local organizations focused on food access as part of the College’s Summer of Service program. His experience has taken him from stocking the community fridge at Drake Community Library and helping with community meals to volunteering with organizations working throughout Grinnell and Poweshiek County.

We are excited to welcome Antionette Priscilla Carroll, our 2026 Social Innovator in Residence, who began her residency at Grinnell this week and will be with us through Oct. 22. During the weeks ahead, Antionette will engage with students, faculty, staff, and community members through a residency centered on trust, equity, design, and the relationships that help people and communities create meaningful change.

Grinnell’s libraries are pursue the Sustainable Libraries Initiative’s Sustainable Library Certification.