Sheryl Walter ’78 notified Grinnell College that she has resigned as chair of the Board of Trustees due to ongoing health concerns that preclude her from being able to devote the required time and attention to Board matters for the foreseeable future. 

Grinnell’s admission staff is hoping to capitalize on the power of social media by communicating with prospective and admitted students through ZeeMee, a social media app designed for college admission.

For Sara Booher ’25, Grinnell rose to the top because of the people she met here, especially current students. It felt like a community where she could belong.

President Anne F. Harris welcomes students, faculty, and staff back to campus for spring 2026.

New York Times opinion columnist will visit campus for lecture titled: The Civil Rights Movement and the Reconstruction Amendments - in honor of MLK Day on Jan. 22.

Join us in celebrating and congratulating Professors Erickson, Harrison, Praitis, and Willis on these well-deserved honors, and in thanking the donors whose generosity continues to shape the intellectual life of Grinnell College. This formal celebration of faculty distinction on Thursday, February 5.

Meghna Adhikari ’24 came to Grinnell hoping to explore her options before committing to a career path. Now at Harvard Law School, Adhikari says that Grinnell turned out to be perfect for that.

For Jeff Smith, basketball in Grinnell has never just been about the game—it’s been about family, community, and the places that shape you long before you realize it. Smith’s journey reflects a story Grinnell knows well: roots that run deep, a willingness to explore beyond them, and a return driven by connection, service, and community.