Matt Hedman hired as GC swimming and diving coach
GRINNELL, Iowa – Grinnell College will welcome Matthew Hedman as its new swimming and diving coach starting this summer. Hedman replaces longtime coach Erin Hurley, who retired from the post following the 2022-23 campaign. Hedman has enjoyed a successful run as an assistant coach at Hope College in Holland, Mich. In 2022-23, Hope’s women won their […]
Grinnell College Achieves Impressive Athletic Milestones
Grinnell College is proud to announce an exceptional year of athletic achievements, showcasing the remarkable talent and dedication of student-athletes, coaches and support staff. With an impressive display of skill and determination, Grinnell teams have secured seven team conference championships out of 20 sports, with five of these titles achieved by women’s teams. The conference […]
Prairie Burn 100 Gravel Ride Grinnell June 10, 2023
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Ambassadors visit Latitude Signage + Design
· Ambassadors toured Latitude Signage + Design today and learned more about all the services they provide along with an update about their recent rebranding. Formerly ASI Signage – Latimer Group, Latitude was launched in Tom & Diane Latimer’s garage back in 1985. CEO Michael McKeag explained that the ASI franchise was a great fit […]
100+ People Who Care–Grinnell Funds Directed to Local Foods Connection
At the April 25 meeting of 100 + People Who Care–Grinnell, members voted to support a request from Local Foods Connection. The donations will help the organization expand and grow, which will enable more food access in the Grinnell community. The funding decision was made by vote of the members in attendance at the meeting, […]
Final Spring Series of Bucket Courses. Hear Todd Armstrong’s Presentation on Russian Literature and Culture “Food Stories”
In the final session of the spring series of Bucket Courses, Grinnell College Professor of Russian Todd Armstrong will talk about how he has integrated experiential learning in a kitchen lab into his teaching of literature and culture. The presentation, entitled “Food Stories,” will take place May 3 in the Caulkins Room at Drake Community Library […]
Join the PWA Fitness Center Family
Membership Special Available Until January 9 (GRINNELL, Iowa – December 21, 2022) The UnityPoint Health® – Grinnell Paul W. Ahrens (PWA) Fitness Center at Postels Community Health Park is waiving the $25 annual membership fee to individuals joining the fitness center between now and Monday, January 9, 2023. From fitness newcomer or veteran – the PWA Fitness Center family is here to […]
Build a Better Grinnell 2030 Community Visioning Project kicks off
GRINNELL, Iowa – The Build a Better Grinnell 2030 Community Visioning Project is kicking-off and is seeking broad community input. The Visioning Project is an effort to assess Grinnell’s strengths, community needs, and priorities. The project will use a collaborative approach focusing on community input and engagement to identify and enhance quality-of-life improvement endeavors for […]
Partnership offers $2,000 for information leading to charges filed
Grinnell College is partnering with the City of Grinnell, the Grinnell Police Department, and the Poweshiek County Sheriff’s Office to offer a $2,000 reward for information leading to charges being filed against those responsible for acts of racially-based harassment and vandalism in Poweshiek County. To provide a tip, contact the Grinnell Police Department at 641-623-5602.
November 9 Bucket Course | Karla Erickson and “Human and Machine Relations: Nest and AIBO”
How do humans make use of devices with artificial intelligence in the home and how do humans change in response to these devices? On November 9, 2022, the Bucket Course will feature Professor Karla Erickson and six of her students presenting on “Human and Machine Relations: Nest and AIBO.” (Nest is a “smart security system” […]
