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Nature Photographer Cornelia Clarke 1909 Gaining Acclaim Thanks to a Community Effort

With about 1,200 of her photographs published in magazines, encyclopedias, books, and newspapers, Clarke’s work was widely seen in the early 20th century, yet she was largely unheralded in her hometown of Grinnell. A volunteer endeavor by Grinnellians has raised awareness about Clarke’s talent resulting in newfound appreciation, including Clarke’s upcoming induction into the Iowa Women’s Hall of Fame.
52% of Americans Believe Democracy Facing “Major Threat”

Oct 20, 2021

While 85% of Americans believe it is very important the United States remain a democracy, 52% believe American democracy is facing a “major threat” according to the newest edition of the Grinnell College National Poll.
62% of Americans Say Politics, Not Law, Drives Supreme Court Decisions

Oct 20, 2021

More than 60% of Americans today believe the decisions of the court are based more on the political leanings of justices than the Constitution and the law, according to the newest edition of the Grinnell College National Poll.
American Association of University Women Fellowship Awarded to Grinnell College Assistant Professor Sharon Quinsaat

Oct 19, 2021

The fellowship program advocates for empowerment of women and girls in education
Student Research Enhances the Antibacterial Effectiveness of a Common Sugar Alternative

Oct 18, 2021

Ariel Richards ’23 carries out research that helps develop drugs from compounds produced by organisms through the College’s Mentored Advanced Project program and the American Society of Pharmacognosy’s Summer Research Fellowship.
AccessScience®

Oct 11, 2021

AccessScience® reference material covers all major scientific disciplines with articles drawn from McGraw-Hill encyclopedias, dictionaries, and yearbooks, as well as videos, curriculum materials, and links to primary source documents.
Met Opera’s “Fire Shut up in My Bones” To Be Streamed Live on Oct. 23

Oct 11, 2021

Grinnell College will stream “Fire Shut up in My Bones on Oct. 23 as part of the Met’s 2021-22 Live in HD season.
How Grinnell College and Neolth Partnered to Increase Access to Mental Health Support for Students

Oct 08, 2021

Knowing that stress is the most common health issue affecting college students, the office of Student Health and Wellness (SHAW) at Grinnell College has partnered with Neolth, a company that helps students manage stress by empowering them to develop resiliency skills.
The Rise of the Machines

Oct 08, 2021

Professor of Sociology Karla Erickson explores artificial intelligence in her research and teaching and involves students throughout.
W@G Book Release Celebration for Ralph Savarese.

Oct 07, 2021

W@G celebrates the book release of “Did We Make It?” by Grinnell College faculty member Ralph Savarese on Thursday, Nov. 11, 2021, at 8 p.m. in the Grinnell Museum of Art. A chapbook of Ekphrastic poetry written in response to paintings by Tilly Woodward.