Thomas, right, is joined by Booker Carter ’71, Ernest Weston ’71, and Gregory Coggs ’70 at a 1969 campus meeting

Diversity Work Before It Had a Name

Oct 21, 2021
Nicole Hamon ’78 and Frank Thomas ’71 were pioneers in the work they did for Grinnell College. Hamon guided international students through their time at Grinnell, while Thomas mentored and focused on increasing the number of students and faculty of color. With the passing of each over the summer, we reflect back on the lasting impact their remarkable work had on the College and the lives of Grinnellians.

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

Oct 21, 2021
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.

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
Met Opera Fire in my Bones

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. 
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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.
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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.
Boris Godunov

Met Opera’s “Boris Godunov” To Be Streamed Live on Oct. 9

Oct 05, 2021
Grinnell College will stream Mussorgsky’s “Boris Godunov” on Oct. 9 as part of the Met’s 2021-22 Live in HD season.
Professor Ferguson Teaching

Professor Susan Ferguson Wins National Award from the American Sociological Association

Sep 27, 2021
Susan Ferguson receives the Distinguished Contributions to Teaching Award

Grinnell College Now Accepting Applications for Community Mini-Grants

Sep 24, 2021
Mini-Grants support local projects to enhance the quality of life in Grinnell

Response to Inflammatory Group on Campus Today

Sep 21, 2021

Dear Grinnellians,


Today a traveling group spouting inflammatory, hateful speech visited our campus. For more than 40 years, this group has visited college campuses, standing on…

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