Academically talented first-generation and low-income (FGLI) students contribute to the Grinnell experience and are a vital part of what makes Grinnell, Grinnell. Read how the College is dedicating resources and working to support their journeys through Grinnell.

Grinnell’s diverse and vibrant student organizations bring camaraderie, service, and fun to campus life.

Students in the American Journeys class seek experience, identity, and the authentic self.

The Wall Awards inspire generations of Grinnellians.

In her own words, learn what motivates and inspires Anne Harris as she works to lead Grinnell College in a year filled with challenges

A new seven-year plan sets a course that will strengthen collaboration and positive change.

A thriving environmental field station on land that both teaches and inspires.

Transforming lives and perspectives

When a few retired Iowa Congregational ministers wanted to develop a retirement community in the late 1940s, they chose Grinnell for its history as the center of Iowa Congregationalism and close ties to the College. Since then — enriched by common ground and shared goals — connections between the College and the Mayflower community have just grown stronger.

On Yom HaShoah, we honor Holocaust survivor and Professor Emeritus Harold Kasimow, beloved teacher and adviser known for his empathy, his understanding, his thoughtful silences, and his kindness.