Four vertical images of Grinnell's first-generation features. One person teaching, two students sitting, and one staff member leaning over in their cubicle.

Spotlighting First-Gen Stories on National First-Generation College Celebration Day

Nov 08, 2024
For National First-Generation College Celebration Day, read about first-generation students Monica Reyes Ramirez ’26, Dayana Garcia ’26, staff member Bruce Yang, and professor Albert Lacson.
Soccer players cheer.

Moments in Motion: Capturing Grinnell Pioneers in Action

Nov 01, 2024
Take a look at Grinnell’s exciting fall season through this gorgeous photo essay.
Maya Gardener at a lookout point. I'm holding a black handrail and there are beautiful green mountains in the background.

Maya’s Journey

Oct 28, 2024
Maya Gardner ’23 always wanted to engage in cutting-edge scientific research at Grinnell. But she never expected that she would also do it in South Africa and do remote research!
wearing a backpack, Andrew crouches on a stone in a shallow stream with grassy banks and a stone bridge in the background

Andrew’s Journey

Oct 14, 2024
Boston, Boise, Costa Rica, Cuba, Copenhagen … these are just a few of the stops in Andrew Tucker’s (’21) Grinnell journey. He also met several U.S. presidential candidates and appeared on national television.
Renfrow Smith holds hands and talks to two young Black singers from the choir.

Photo Essay: Celebrating Mrs. Edith Renfrow Smith

Oct 03, 2024
Mrs. Edith Renfrow Smith visited Grinnell College this past weekend as part of Renfrow Hall Dedication Weekend. Take a look at her weekend and other exciting events through this photo series.
woman in red hat look down at art

Grinnell College Museum of Art Celebrates 25th Anniversary

Oct 02, 2024
The Grinnell College Museum of Art (GCMoA) is celebrating 25 years of bringing the joy and excitement of art to Grinnell College and the wider community. GCMoA — opened in 1999 under the name Faulconer Gallery — promotes the arts, features various major exhibitions of national and international arts and artists, and conducts outreach initiatives.

Trustees of Grinnell College Announce Contract Extension for President Anne F. Harris

Oct 02, 2024
The Trustees of Grinnell College announced today that they have entered a five-year contract extension with President Anne F. Harris. Under this contract, her service to the College will extend through June 30, 2030.
DSA Entrance

A Kaleidoscope of Support

Sep 30, 2024
The College’s Office of Communications and Marketing and the DSA have been collaborating to enhance resources that impact student experience.
Edith Renfrow Smith ’37 smiling during the dedication ceremony of Renfrow Hall.

Edith Renfrow Smith Honored at Building Dedication Weekend

Sep 28, 2024
On Sept. 28, Grinnell College dedicated Renfrow Hall in honor of 1937 Grinnell graduate Edith Renfrow Smith, honoring her inspiring life of achievement, service, and generosity.
Justina Lee

Justina’s Journey

Sep 16, 2024
When Justina Lee ’22 visited Grinnell, she found a vibrant and supportive global community. Four years later, she has embraced opportunities to study abroad, perform with the Latin American Jazz Ensemble, and take on advocacy and mentorship roles.

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