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Grinnell-in-New York Presidential Reception

Wednesday, November 1, 2017 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM


Grinnell-in-New York Presidential Reception

Grinnell College invites you to a reception with President Raynard Kington, M.D. Ph.D. and Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of the College, Michael Latham.

Join fellow Grinnellians for a discussion about Grinnell's goal to expand the impact of global experiences through the newly launched Institute for Global Engagement.

Wednesday, November 1 , 2017
6–7 p.m. Reconnecting, networking, and hors d'oeuvres
7–7:45 p.m. Global Grinnell followed by discussion with Dean Latham
7:45–8:30 p.m. Networking over coffee

Register Now buttonManhattan Penthouse
80 Fifth Avenue, 17th Floor
New York, NY 10011

RSVP to the Office of Development and Alumni Relations by Wednesday, October 25, 2017 by selecting the register now button on this page or by phone: 866-850-1846

If you have any questions, please contact Nino Parker '07, associate director of alumni and donor relations for regional and special events, at 866-850-1846.

Win a Grinnell Gift!

Bring a business card to our registration table and you will be entered in a drawing during the event for a chance to win a Grinnell themed prize.

More Information

Grinnell has become a remarkably international liberal arts college. High rates of participation in study abroad programs, a large and diverse international student population, and outstanding co-curricular offerings contribute to a rich variety of international learning opportunities both on and off campus. The Institute for Global Engagement provides a vital point for ongoing collaboration among departments, programs, and across the divisions of the College. We invite you to learn about this exciting new development which promises to further elevate the distinctive nature of a Grinnell education.

Directions

Manhattan Penthouse on Fifth Avenue is conveniently located one block west of the Union Square transportation hub. Visit the Metropolitan Transportation Authority's website to plan your trip.​

From the Brooklyn Bridge

Take the Brooklyn Bridge to FDR Drive. Take FDR Drive north toward Exit 7 for East 23rd Street. Turn right onto Avenue C. Take a left on East 23rd Street to head west. Turn left on Fifth Avenue, and the building will be on your right, situated on the southwest corner of Fifth Avenue and West 14th Street.

From the Queens Midtown Tunnel

Take the Midtown Tunnel to 35th Street. Turn right onto East 35th Street and left on Fifth Avenue. The building will be on your right, situated on the southwest corner of Fifth Avenue and West 14th Street.

From the Holland Tunnel

Take the Holland Tunnel to Manhattan and take Exit 3 toward Brooklyn. Merge onto Beach Street and make a left turn at 6th Avenue to head north. Turn right on West 14th Street. The building will be on your right, situated on the southwest corner of Fifth Avenue and West 14th Street.​

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