hazel batrezchavez ’17, who will present the Scholars’ Convocation on Nov. 14, talks about the importance of alumni mentorship.

Looking for a peaceful, inviting spot to focus on your studies? Academic Advising invites all students to explore the Partners’ Study Lounge, located on the top floor of Steiner Hall. 

…

Two of Grinnell’s professional staff writers, Anika Jane Beamer ’22 and Jackie Hartling Stolze, received awards for their writing in the Best of District VI CASE Awards program.

Gil Perez ’21 found Grinnell through QuestBridge, played on the soccer team, had a double major and concentration, and pursued internships, experiential learning, and volunteer opportunities in Chicago and Minneapolis. Next up: a master’s degree in management.

Indian-American composer Reena Esmail will present “Composing Between Cultures: My Work between Hindustani and Western Classical Traditions” on Nov. 19.

For National First-Generation College Celebration Day, read about first-generation students Monica Reyes Ramirez ’26, Dayana Garcia ’26, staff member Bruce Yang, and professor Albert Lacson.

The Grinnell Singers will present their fall concert titled “Songs of Earth” on Sunday, November 10, at 2 p.m. in Sebring-Lewis Hall.

Deborah Dodge will join Grinnell College as the new ombudsperson beginning on Monday, Dec. 2, 2024. Deborah brings a wealth of experience in conflict resolution, mediation, and fostering inclusive environments, having served in various roles in higher education, most recently as the university ombudsperson at Central Michigan University.

In collaboration with the College’s Office of Civic Education and Innovation, many faculty members have implemented community-engaged aspects into their courses. Community-engaged learning (C-EL) classes were the vision of Wadzanai Motsi-Khatai ’12, who championed a student government initiative that ultimately led to the establishment of the Civic Education and Innovation (CEI) Office within the Center for Careers, Life, and Service (CLS).

Take a look at Grinnell’s exciting fall season through this gorgeous photo essay.