The Grinnellian: an e-newsletter for Grinnell alumni and friends August 2024
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Craig Murphy ’74 and JoAnne Yates Responding to climate change requires coordination

That’s why Craig Murphy ’74 and JoAnne Yates established a climate change fund at Grinnell. Learn more >>

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Alumni Awards and Wall Awards submission deadline 
Aug. 31

Dive into Grinnell College’s Endowment Phonecast
Sept. 9 at 7 p.m. CDT

Renfrow Hall Dedication
Sept. 28 at noon CT

Find other upcoming events on the Grinnell Alumni Events Calendar.

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Introducing the Grinnell College class of 2028. Learn more >>
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Green Fund helps grow sustainability projects on campus

Fueled by student ideas for a greener Grinnell, student coordinators have carried out many environmentally friendly projects. Learn more >>
Katie (Kleese) Bloome ’05
Love of nature takes root for Grinnell alumna

Once fascinated by the prairie and savanna at Grinnell, Katie Bloome ’05 now oversees a Minnesota conservancy. Learn more >>
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How a Grinnell student captured Olympic glory in Paris 100 years ago

Still the College’s record holder in the long jump,
F. Morgan Taylor 1926 was the first U.S. track athlete to win medals in three Olympics. Learn more >>

 Frederick Morgan Taylor 1926
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