Join us in Burling Lounge on Thurs., Sept. 14 at 4:15 p.m. “Carry Me Home: A Lecture” with Randye Jones. Jones will talk about her research on Negro spirituals and how they have long been connected with the Underground Railroad, and how the folk songs of that era serve as inspiration for concert performances.
Kylie Ann Smith ’27 and Preston Yoshino ’27 traveled 3,985 miles from their hometown of Honolulu, Hawaii, to attend college in Grinnell, Iowa. Learn about their motivations here.
Grinnell College is honored to support these organizations and initiatives and remains committed to fostering a vibrant and inclusive community in Grinnell.
Please visit the Special Collections and Archives’ exhibit in Burling Gallery, lower level or view it online.
The familiar hum of eager conversations and the laughter of old friends reuniting blended harmoniously with the cadence of fresh voices, painting a vivid picture of a community where journeys converge, united by the pursuit of knowledge and a world of perspectives.
Join us in Burling Lounge on Tuesday, Sept. 12 at 4:15 p.m. for “Getting Past the Hurdles: Write the Book!” with Lisa Shapiro. Lisa will read excerpts from her novel, “The Death Firm,” and talk about how she began writing and what inspires and motivates her to continue.
Micki Behounek, manager of Access Services, Libraries, shares her thoughts on murder mysteries, farm life, library fines, and more.
Due to excessive heat advisories over the next few days, we will modify some of our previously announced plans. All students, faculty, and staff — along with faculty and staff families — are invited to an indoor all campus welcome dinner on Wednesday and a re-scheduled festival on Sunday:
Need help connecting to the printer? General questions about software or library services? Visit Burling Library, 8–Noon and 1–5, Wednesday, Aug. 28 and Thursday, Aug. 29
Please look for the colorful explanatory zone signs posted throughout Burling to find just the right spot for you.
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Eiren Shea, associate professor of art history and chair of the East Asian Studies Concentration, was recently awarded a conference support grant of €20,000 from the Fritz Thyssen Foundation.
Information Technology Services answers tech questions that new students might have.
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