The Grinnellian: an e-newsletter for Grinnell alumni and friends December 2025
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Emily Harris ’98 and Yvonne Palm ’06 Wall Award recipients address censorship, financial security

Emily Harris ’98 and Yvonne Palm ’06 will receive $40,000 each to tackle deeply meaningful projects.
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Winter Gatherings
Jan. 10-Jan. 31

Grinnell-in-Naples Luncheon
Jan. 10 at 11:30 a.m. ET

2026 Grinnell-in-London: Night at the Theatre with Dean Ruth Feingold
Jan. 17 at 5 p.m. GMT

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The Alumni Council recently held its fall meetings on campus.
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Maggie Bell ’17 with Professor Sam Rebelsky and his son William.
New FGLI Lounge to be named as memorial for Dr. Michelle Rebelsky

A gift from Professor Samuel A. Rebelsky will help fund a wide range of activities for FGLI students. 
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Inga Jacobs-Mata ’04
A focus on water and agriculture brings global recognition to Inga Jacobs-Mata ’04

The agrifood systems expert returned to Iowa to receive an award from the World Food Prize Foundation.
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A gift that helps neurodiverse students thrive

Established by Neeta Sirur ’80, the fund has addressed the under diagnosis of neurodivergent disorders. Learn more >>

Neeta Sirur ’80
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