Monica Sanders with Students

Applications Now Open for Grinnell College’s 2026–27 Social Innovator in Residence Program

Aug 14, 2025
The Social Innovator in Residence Program is a unique opportunity for global changemakers to reflect, collaborate, and amplify their work while mentoring the next generation of social innovators.
A flowering tree next to Goodnow Hall

Grinnellians Receive Fulbright Grants

Aug 06, 2025
Grinnell alumni receive Fulbright grants for English teaching assistantships
Me held up by my best friend Quinn near a Grinnell indoor swimming pool

Spencer’s Journey

Mar 18, 2024
At Grinnell, Spencer Clark ’23 found a group of incredible people waiting for him. With them, he swam competitively, studied abroad in London, and explored his passions.
Pink blossoms on tree branches with blue sky in the background

Sociology Practicum Students Gain Experience, Give Back to the Community

Jul 30, 2025
Last spring, students in the Sociology Practicum course taught by Professor of Sociology Susan Ferguson served the community while getting real-life experience.
From left: Women’s Soccer Head Coach Kirsten Koester with Grinnell soccer alums Katy Oldach '16 and Lauren Hurley ’18, both of whom are now high school coaches,  at the United Soccer Coaches Convention in Chicago.

Five Questions with Head Women’s Soccer Coach Kirsten Koester

Jul 29, 2025
Meet Kirsten Koester, head coach for the women’s soccer team, who came to Grinnell with a passion for the sport rooted in her own experience as an athlete. Who thinks that family is everything and that the community of Grinnell has also provided them with friends who feel like family.

Legislative Update — July 3, 2025

Jul 03, 2025
President Anne F. Harris provides an update regarding the budget bill as passed by the Senate and the House and its impact on our College.
Sophia leans next to a railing and a pink bike. There is an Amsterdam river underneath her.

Sophia’s Journey

Jul 21, 2025
Sophia Carroll ’25 was enamored with Grinnell's off-campus study options, competitive swim program, and environment. She was able to be herself at Grinnell.
Sophia Ramalli ’27 looks back at the camera while watching a presentation.

1959 Grinnell Alumna Was First Female Engineer at NASA Jet Propulsion Lab

Jul 17, 2025
While working Reunion, Sophia Ramalli ’27 discovered Dana Ulery ’59, NASA’s first female engineer, and helped bring her story to current Grinnell students.
A male student lifts the side of a bluebird box while two other students look on

Work is Fun, and Fun is Work for CERA Student Employees

Jul 10, 2025
Four Grinnell students worked at CERA during summer 2025, getting hands-on experience ranging from identifying native prairie plants and collecting their seeds to driving on gravel roads.

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