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Computer Science Students Track Biased Policing, Inform NAACP Advocacy

Feb 20, 2024
Eric Autry, Anthony Schwindt ’25 and Tanmaie Kailash ’24 are analyzing traffic stop data and helping Iowa civil rights organizations shed light on trends in racially biased policing.
Katherine Howell Weingart

Inspiring Grinnell Experiences Over 60 Years Ago Leads to $5 Million Gift

Feb 16, 2024
As a testament to her steadfast commitment to civic engagement, the College is honored to share the news of a $5 million gift, in part for the Katherine “Kathie” Howell Weingart ’61 Civic Innovation Pavilion at Renfrow Hall, made possible by Weingart and her brother, Steve Howell ’63.
A young woman in sunglasses poses in front of ancient ruins in Greece.

The Classics Prepare Students for Law School and More

Feb 13, 2024
A classics major is very applicable to the modern world, says Makaila Hootman ’25, who plans to go on to law school.
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Grinnell College Has Been Named a Top Producer of Fulbright U.S. Students

Feb 13, 2024
Grinnell College is named one of the top producers of 2023–24 U.S. students in the Fulbright Program, the U.S. government’s flagship international educational exchange program. Fulbrighters exchange ideas, build people-to-people connections, and work to address complex global challenges. 
Tony Webster

Grinnell Coursework Promotes Zoning Policy Change

Feb 05, 2024
Christian Cardenas recently wrote an op-ed about how residential zoning laws in Minneapolis contribute to inequality. His was published on the Minnesota Reformer website. The article was his final project for The Sociology of Law course last fall.
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Grinnell College’s Fall 2023 Mini-Grant Recipients

Jan 25, 2024
Twice a year, Grinnell College awards mini-grants to impactful programs that are making a lasting difference in the Grinnell community. This year’s fall recipients look to improve the town of Grinnell’s education, parks, and fire safety.  

A TEDx Talk with Grinnell Staff Member Michael Lawrence

Jan 24, 2024
Michael Lawrence is the director of Grinnell’s business and finance community at the Center for Careers, Life, and Service. He delivered a TEDx Talk, “The Best Kept Secret to a Successful Career,” at the University of Delaware.
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Grinnell to Install Two New Endowed Faculty Chairs

Jan 21, 2025
The Grinnell community is invited to attend an installation ceremony for two new endowed professors at 4:15 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 6, 2025, in Herrick Chapel.
Library Cataloging Assistant Jane Mertens

5 Questions with Jane Mertens

Jan 04, 2024
Library Cataloging Assistant Jane Mertens talks about her family, artistic endeavors, and her work at Burling Library.
A student pours a solution from a flask into a test vial.

Chemistry of the Commonplace

Dec 15, 2023
For their final projects, students in CHM 358 Instrumental Analysis are bringing everyday products into the laboratory for intense scientific scrutiny.

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