Students at the World War II memorial in Washington, D.C.

Brazilians Studying at Grinnell Attend National Convention

Jan 11, 2024
“The BRASA Summit serves as a beacon of inspiration and connection for Brazilian students, leaving us with a profound sense of purpose,” summed up attendee Marina Ananias '26.
campus snow

Join the SPARK Challenge for a Chance to Win a Grant of Up to $8,000

Jan 09, 2024
The SPARK Community-Based Social Innovation Challenge involves collaboration between student “innovation teams” and community partners to develop and pitch solutions to challenges faced in the organizations’ communities.
First place team with a big check and big smiles

Pioneer Weekend 2023

Oct 05, 2023

The Wilson Center’s annual Pioneer Weekend pitch competition took place from Friday, Sept. 22, to Sunday Sept. 24, and resulted in near record numbers for attendance and participation, surpassed…

Three students with their conference badges, each in a red lounge chair in front of a graphic blue wall. Pictured are Mira Manchanda, Filip Matic, and Clayton Burton.

Financial Analyst Competition Leads to Enriching Conference Experience

Jul 11, 2023
After taking second place in a regional financial analyst competition, this team of students set their sights on attending a CFA Institute conference in D.C. on Asset and Risk Allocation: Building Resilient Portfolios for the Future.
Erik, Aysha, and Priscilla on a trail along a lake with lush, forested hills in the background.

Collaborative Project Empowers Women Entrepreneurs in Ecuador

Jul 05, 2023
“This trip has been a transformative experience that has enriched my understanding of entrepreneurship, leadership, and global challenges,” says participating student, Aysha Simmonds.
Four students with the AMEC balloon arch at the conference entrance.

Students Bring Back Lessons, Opportunities for Growth From a Premedical Conference

Apr 28, 2023
Planning in advance to give a presentation about their conference experience, four premedical students reflect on what they learned and the takeaways they want to share with their peers.
hackGC is stamped on colored silicone wristbands for team solidarity.

hackGC 2023 Winning Team Brings Innovation to Food Waste

May 10, 2023
Four teams of students created technology solutions to a climate change issue of their choice during hackGC, a weekend-long competition in April 2023. Read more about all the innovative teams.

2022 SPARK Challenge Partners Students with Community Organizations

May 01, 2022
2022 winners’ projects work to build awareness of support for Asian victims of sexual assault, address social isolation in long-term care, and reduce food waste in the dining hall.
Group of 10 students at BRASA Summit 2022

Brazilian Students Network at National Summit

Nov 09, 2022
The Wilson Center for Innovation and Leadership sponsored ten Brazilian students to attend this year’s BRASA Summit, a two-day annual conference that gathers Brazilian college students studying outside their country and influential leaders to discuss some of the country’s main issues and to debate solutions.
FoodSavr team holds their oversized first-place prize check.

Pioneer Weekend 2021

Oct 28, 2021
Students formed teams and met with invited mentors to fine-tune various aspects of their pitches. Read more to find out who participated.

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