The Grinnellian: an e-newsletter for Grinnell alumni and friends January 2020
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Picture of the Alumni Award Plaque featuring the Grinnell College Seal burned into wood harvested from trees on campus. 2020 Alumni Awards

The Grinnell College Alumni Council has selected 13 exceptional Grinnellians to receive the 2020 Alumni Awards. The 13 winners will be celebrated May 30 during Alumni Assembly at Reunion 2020. The winners represent classes from 1954-2015.
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 Grinnell-in-St. Petersburg:
 Art Festival Tour and Lunch
 Jan. 26 at 10 a.m.

 2020 Reunion
 Registration Opens
 February 3

 Together We're Greater:
 Denver
 Feb. 18 at 6 p.m.

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Edith Renfrow Smith ’37, the first African American graduate from Grinnell, is going strong and still voicing her opinions at 105 years young.  Listen in>>
Josh and Jennifer Davis
Parents and Families Leadership Council increasing engagement

As advocates for Grinnell, the council brings families together to build support for the College. 
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Lori Schwab '95
Call for nominations for the Lori Ann Schwab '95 Alumni Grant

The Lori Ann Schwab '95 Alumni Grant recognizes the ongoing community service of Grinnellians who were at the College with Lori (classes of 1992 through 1998).
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How campus community connects to the world community

Coming to Grinnell, Kaya Prasad ’19 brought the perspective that she could learn something from everyone. Learn More>>

 Kaya Prasad '19
Trivia: What was the title of the speech Martin Luther King Jr. gave at Grinnell in 1967? Hit reply to send in your answer. The first five correct answers get a prize. Image: An Archway on campus surrounded by spring lilacs. Text: Campus Corner - Campus Update: Presidential Search Update
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