Catherine Stone ’22 came to Grinnell excited about the small classes, the close relationships with faculty, and the powerful student voice. She quickly became involved in the community and with Grinnell Concerts. While working her way toward medical school, she has also immersed herself in the environment through ecology courses, and in language and culture through French courses.

Rudacille is one of 54 new Truman Scholars selected from 743 candidates nominated by 288 colleges and universities. Truman Scholars must demonstrate outstanding leadership potential, a commitment to a career in public service, and academic excellence. Each Truman Scholar receives a scholarship worth up to $30,000 for graduate or professional school, leadership training, career advising, and special internship and fellowship opportunities within the federal government.

Exploring and preserving the history of concerts at Grinnell

Interdisciplinary science has propelled biochemist and Nobel Laureate Tom Cech ’70 through dogma-upending discoveries and an ever-changing research terrain.

As the popular off-campus program turns 50, Grinnellians share their memories from the United Kingdom — and beyond

Grinnell College is honored to announce that Isabel Alexis Wilkerson, celebrated author, Pulitzer Prize winner, and National Humanities Medal recipient, will deliver the 2025 Commencement address. Wilkerson, a leading voice in narrative nonfiction, is known for her compelling interpretation of the human condition.

In spring 2025, students in Barry Driscoll’s Political Economy of Developing Countries course traveled to Ghana to study the economics of cocoa farming.

Olivia Wang ’25 loves to surf. With support from Fischlowitz Travel Fellowship, she traveled to California, Wisconsin, and Florida to explore the sport.

Dear students, faculty, and staff, It is with deep sadness that we write to inform you that we have learned of the tragic death of Julian Sahlin ’28.  Julian was from Sunnyvale, CA, and graduated from Homestead High School in Cupertino, CA.