The Grinnellian: an e-newsletter for Grinnell alumni and friends October 2025
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Scott and Laura Shepherd ’82 Shepherds give $1 million for student health and wellness

Scott Shepherd and Laura Cleveland Shepherd, both ’82 know the medical and counseling services provided by Grinnell keeps students safely on a path to success.
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2025 L.A. Grinnell Conexion
Oct. 19 at 2-4 p.m. PT

In Conversation with Professor Thabiti Willis and Robert Quashie ’86 – Chicago
Oct. 25 at 11 a.m. CT

Hannah Alumni House Dedication
Nov. 6 at 4:30 p.m. CT

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Rehabilitating homes becomes unexpected career for Greg Ahmann ’77, who taught himself how to fix up older homes in the Seattle area. Learn more >>
Members of the 1986 and 1987 Reunion Class Committees stood for a photo while back on campus for Reunion 2026 Planning Weekend.
A veteran-rookie class agent team are gearing up for a milestone 2026 reunion

Sarah Jolie ’87 and Paul Herman ’87 are helping engage the class of 1987 before their 40th reunion. 
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Betty Dandridge Johnson ’79
A life in education

Even in retirement, Betty Dandridge Johnson ’79 continues to share her higher education expertise. 
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Former Grinnell point guard brings expertise to new gig covering WNBA team

Alissa Hirsh ’16 went from writing about the Chicago Sky from a fan’s perspective to a full-time journalism beat. Learn more >>

 Alissa Hirsh ’16 interviews Indiana Fever All-Star Aliyah Boston.
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