The Grinnellian: an e-newsletter for Grinnell alumni and friends July 2026
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Te Hsu Cheng, Tsung Chin Chao, and Professor Jin Feng. New website focuses on long history of Chinese alumni at Grinnell

Professor Jin Feng and student researchers bring to light the experiences and lives of students who arrived from China between 1891 and 1947. Learn more >>

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Summer Picnics
July 25-Aug. 15

2026 Grinnell-in-Lisbon Meetup
July 31 at 6 p.m.

Grinnell College Athletics Reunion
Sept. 25-26

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2026 Schwab Alumni Grant recipients tackling four crucial youth projects. Learn more >>
Erika Krouse ’91
Erika Krouse ’91 wins prestigious Joyce Carol Oates Prize

Author attributes her Grinnell education as instrumental to her writing career. Learn more >>
Robert Quashie ’86 walks down to accept his Alumni Award during Reunion 2026.
Help shine a light on extraordinary alumni

Help decide who will be in consideration for the 2026 Wall Service Award and the 2027 Alumni Awards.
Learn more >>
Text: President Harris will visit Grinnellian in China & Japan. Image: President Harris poses with Hong Kong alumni and their families.

Grinnell Black Alumni Network launches Giving Circle to ensure students feel supported

The fundraising initiative will invest in Grinnell student experiences that celebrate and sustain Black humanity, creativity, and identity.
Learn more >>

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Trivia: Who is Herrick Chapel named for? Hit reply to send in your answer. The first five correct answers get a prize. Text: Campus Corner - Students, CRSSJ refurbish Herrick reading room. Image: Hays Marionneaux ’28, left, and James Snyder ’26, give a thumbs up.
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