Downtown Grinnell Arial View

Grinnell Historical Museum to Celebrate Grand Opening of Newly Renovated Facility

Jun 03, 2025
The museum’s relocation and transformation mark a new era for the organization, which has served the community for over 70 years. Originally established in 1952 by four local women’s clubs, the museum first opened in a small space above Cunningham Drug Store on Fourth Avenue. The McMurray House will remain open as well and new space will be in addition to the prior museum.
President Anne F. Harris speaks in Herrick Chapel

2025 Baccalaureate Remarks, President Anne F. Harris

May 18, 2025
Grinnell President Anne F. Harris addresses Grinnell College’s 2025 Commencement Baccalaureate celebration.

2025 Grinnell Alumni Assembly Presidential Address

May 31, 2025
Grinnell College President Anne F. Harris addressed the Alumni Assembly of the 145th Alumni Reunion of Grinnell College.
President Anne F. Harris stands at a podium in academic regalia

Grinnell College Commencement Charge to the Graduating Class of 2025

May 19, 2025
Grinnell College President Anne F. Harris congratulates the Class of 2025 at the closing of their commencement ceremony and leads graduates as they turn their tassels and toss their caps in celebration.
Hurdler in mid jump during an outdoor meet

Sprints, Strikes, and Swings: Scenes from Spring Athletics

Jun 11, 2025
A visual journey through the 2025 spring athletic season at Grinnell.
Isabella Nesbeth ’26

Isabella Nesbeth ’26 Awarded the Baumann Essay Prize

Jun 02, 2025
Isabella ‘Bella’ Nesbeth has received the Frederick Baumann Essay Prize. The award recognizes excellence in education by encouraging Grinnell College students to explore ideas and society in an interdisciplinary and historical context.
Elisabeth Kille sitting near the flowers and grass at the site of the Ancient Olympic Games

Elisabeth’s Journey

Jun 02, 2025
Elisabeth Kille ’23 crafted global educational experiences to work in, learn from, and explore different cultures using her Grinnell experiences. She worked an internship for Chile, went abroad to Greece, and made amazing Grinnellian friends along the way!
A long row of Chinese style red lanterns

Chinese Web Fiction Course Breaks New Ground

May 30, 2025
Professor Jin Feng developed a new Grinnell course that is likely one of the only stand-alone courses devoted to Chinese web fiction in North America.
The Center for Careers, Life, and Service helps ensure internships reamin possible for students.

Opening Doors

May 27, 2025
Grinnell's internship funding unlocks life-changing opportunities for students worldwide.
A group of alumni chat during reunion

Alumni to Revisit the Past while Reconnecting with Classmates at Reunion 2025

May 27, 2025
Alumni from 48 Grinnell classes are returning for the 145th Alumni Reunion Weekend, May 29-June 1. More than a thousand attendees will rekindle connections, explore campus, and reminisce about their student experiences.

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