Students at Grinnell College have been putting their passion for animals into action through a collaboration with the Poweshiek Animal League Shelter (PALS), a local nonprofit dedicated to rescuing and rehoming animals. In partnership with PALS, Grinnell students have been socializing and helping dogs learn basic manners in order to give them a better chance of finding loving, forever homes.

Monica Sanders, the inaugural Social Innovator in Residence, will be in residency March 24 – May 10. Her residency is a keystone of Grinnell’s commitment to advancing social justice and civic engagement, providing a platform for interdisciplinary collaboration and meaningful community impact.

With the year 2024 behind us, this photo essay reminds us of the connections made throughout Grinnell College’s campus and around the town of Grinnell. Each month marks a moment — whether an accomplishment, a successful collaboration, or a celebration — that will go forth into the new year.

With the help of Head Coach Dana Harrold, the Grinnell Women’s Basketball team launched the Middle School Mentors program to help mentor local middle schoolers, share experiences, and foster supportive relationships.

Grinnell’s annual Jingle Bell Holiday brought the magic of the season to life on Friday, Nov. 22. The festivities began at 5:15 p.m., filling downtown with holiday cheer.

Vice President of Global Education Brigittine French and Vice President for DEI Marc Reed are exploring how the American Civil Rights Struggle is remembered in Northern Ireland with the support of a Fulbright Alumni grant.

Mrs. Edith Renfrow Smith visited Grinnell College this past weekend as part of Renfrow Hall Dedication Weekend. Take a look at her weekend and other exciting events through this photo series.

The Grinnell Chamber of Commerce hosted a free event for all Renfrow Hall students, which included some samples from local restaurants, a scavenger hunt of downtown businesses, and a Renfrow Hall student discount cards to use at local retailers and restaurants.

Tatum Watkins ’27, a second-year political science major at Grinnell, served as a delegate at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago in August.

This summer, the Summer Enrichment Collaborative, driven by the Grinnell Education Partnership (GEP), impacted over 2,000 children with arts, literacy, and food programs. 15 AmeriCorps members provided crucial support, enriching the educational experience and increasing food access for participants.