Rachel Bly ’93, left, President Anne F. Harris, and Bernadine Douglas cut the ribbon during the Hannah Alumni House dedication Thursday.

A Home for Grinnellians: Hannah House Photo Essay

Nov 13, 2025
First opened in 1918, the historic residence has long welcomed generations of alumni. The dedication marked the beginning of its next chapter, unveiling a resplendent renovation that transforms the 107-year-old home into a comfortable hub where alumni can relax, socialize, network, and reminisce whenever they return to Grinnell.
Black and white photo of a men's basketball team, with Harry Hopkins in the back row

How Harry Hopkins Found his Calling at Grinnell

Oct 24, 2025
Harry Hopkins 1912 is well known for his work with President Franklin D. Roosevelt during the Great Depression and World War II. But did you know that at Grinnell, he was also a prankster and a star on the basketball team?
Six GBAN leaders pose together for a group photo.

Rooted in Excellence

Oct 21, 2025
Black Alumni Weekend rekindles connection and community.
MJ Ketcha wearing a white medical coat and sitting on stone steps.

Grinnell Helps Forge a Path to Medical School

Oct 15, 2025
MJ Ketcha recently started medical school and reflects on the experiences that got him there.
Scott and Laura Shepherd sitting on a bench in central campus

Scott and Laura Shepherd, both ’82, Give $1 Million to Support Student Health and Wellness

Oct 08, 2025
A deep love for their alma mater, a belief in the importance of philanthropy, and a desire to ensure student wellness all motivated Scott ’82 and Laura Cleveland Shepherd ’82 to make a generous gift of $1 million to support student health and wellness services at Grinnell College.
Hannah Alumni house, a grey house with dark blue trim and red tile roof. In the foreground is the entrance sign with the full name Mary Emily Hannah 58 alumni house

Hannah Alumni House Nears Grand Opening

Sep 25, 2025
The transformation of Hannah Alumni House is nearing completion. The 107-year-old house, located at 1527 Broad St., will welcome alumni back to the College and provide a warm, comfortable venue for events, meetings, and lodging.
Jamie Friedman

Jamie Friedman: Analyzing Climate Policy

Jun 24, 2025
Jamie Friedman joined the Center for American Progress, where she works as a climate policy analyst focused on clean energy transition and reducing pollution from high-emitting industrial facilities.
Photo of Suha Gillani

Suha Gillani: Sustainability in Business

Jun 24, 2025
Suha Gillani ’16 has built a career driven by curiosity about how sustainability can help business unlock growth responsibly.
Photo of Jonathan Gilmour

Jonathan Gilmour: Public Health Research

Jun 24, 2025
Jonathan Gilmour ’19 is a cofounder of The Impact Project, a nonpartisan data and research initiative that makes data about government change more transparent and actionable.

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