She will be starting her Master’s of Public Health (MPH) in Occupational and Environmental Health at the University of Iowa alongside finishing her undergraduate degree in 2026-2027. Following the awarding of her MPH in 2028, she will connect science with law as she begins her Juris Doctorate (JD) program.

This photo essay captures a busy and vibrant March and April at Grinnell, where students came together for moments both big and small. From Dari Barn on Campus and Battle of the Bands to EidFest, ISO Cultural Evening, Scarlet and Give Back Day, and the African Caribbean Student Union Gala, the month was filled with opportunities to connect, celebrate, and be in community!

Two students participated in a virtual externship program where they learned valuable skills in the architecture field.

For decades, the Grinnell College Preschool has been a place where curiosity is nurtured, community is built, and young learners take their first steps into a lifelong journey of discovery. This year, the College pauses to honor two individuals who have shaped that experience for generations of children and families — Karen Veerhusen-Langerud and Connie Molison — as they enter retirement.

Assistant Chief Diversity Officer for Staff Equity Heather Jones-Brown share info on her life and work and her secret skill

Andrew Sherburne ’01, founder of FilmScene in Iowa City, shows how curiosity, creativity, and connection can transform a community.

Cinthia Romo ’21 took advantage of internships and service opportunities all over the U.S., explored Europe through the Global Learning Program, and prepared for a Ph.D. in sociology.

Grinnell College will welcome Antionette Priscilla Carroll as the 2026 Social Innovator in Residence, bringing a nationally recognized leader in equity-centered design to campus for a fall 2026 residency focused on trust, community agency, and sustainable systems change.

It is with deep sadness that I share news of the passing of Sam Harris ’58, a member of our alumni family whose life and legacy have left a lasting mark on Grinnell and in the world.

As part of the College's Carnegie Classification as a Research College and University, a newly designed seal offers a visual representation for this prestigious designation.