The Grinnellian: an e-newsletter for Grinnell alumni and friends February 2026
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John Bolden ’85 and Todd Coulter ’86 A passion for medicine and a commitment to community

Five African American doctors from Chicago’s South Side – all of whom graduated from Grinnell College in the 1980s – have spent their careers in service. Learn more >>

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Grinnell Singers Spring Tour
Feb. 28 to March 12

GBAN: Virtual Book Talk with Beronda Montgomery and Thabiti Willis
March 4 at 7 p.m. CT

In Conversation: President Harris and Camilla Rab ’90 – NYC
March 5 at 6 p.m. ET

In Conversation: Peter Hanson and Erica Tarpey ’93 – Denver
March 11 at 6 p.m. MT

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Four Grinnell professors were recently installed into named chair and professorships.
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Dan, left, Maddie, Alex, Camarin, and Genevieve Madigan pose for a photo at Lake.
Grinnell a game changer for Madigan family

A fund started by Dan and Camarin Madigan, both ’00, has enhanced the student-athlete experience at Grinnell.  Learn more >>
Kenna Dolphin ’26
Every student’s experience is built one piece at a time

Supporting the Pioneer Fund helps foster spaces where students feel they truly belong. 

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Regina Logan ’20 advocates for local election officials

Logan is the organizing manager for the Center for Tech and Civic Life. Learn more >>

 Regina Logan ’20
Trivia: Who was the first president of Grinnell College? Hit reply to send in your answer. The first five correct answers get a prize. Text: Campus Corner - Chase Strangio ’04 to deliver 2026 Commencement address. Image: Chase Strangio ’04, DL ’18
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