CEQ Naming Event on Dec. 5 | |
Students, faculty, and staff are invited to take part in a special naming announcement event for the Civic Engagement Quad core building from noon to 12:45 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 5, in the Joe Rosenfield ’25 Center, Room 101. Refreshments will be served following the announcement. Read more about the Civic Engagement Quad core project. | |
Arctic Lights Celebration on Dec. 1 | |
Students, faculty, and staff are invited to gather in celebration of a luminous holiday tradition — the Arctic Lights annual event that lights up Gates-Rawson Tower — this Thursday, Dec. 1, from 6 to 7 p.m. in front of Gates Tower. There will be cookies, hot cocoa, a winter craft, and student performances during the event. Arctic Lights was established in 2015 as a community-building event. For more information contact Victoria Harris, assistant director of student programs in the Office of Development and Alumni Relations. | |
ODEI Campus Updates and Events | |
The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion's GrinnellShare page includes the Grinnell College Diversity Resource Calendar. Questions or suggestions for additions can be directed to Sarah Gearhart-Anderson or Leslie Bleichner.
December events:
Through Dec. 2, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. on the 2nd floor of the JRC, the Grinnell Disability Alliance and Disability Resources student workers are providing materials for students, staff, and faculty to make buttons that reflect and represent the many identities under the disability umbrella.
· Dec. 1, World AIDS Day. Visit the World AIDS Day website for more information.
· Dec. 1, Disability Resources-Soap Making Event 4 – 6 p.m. in Steiner 205 (ASC). Create your own bar of soap with a unique essential oil blend.
· Dec. 3, International Day of People with Disabilities. This international observance was established to promote an understanding of disability issues and mobilize support for the dignity, rights, and well-being of persons with disabilities.
Read the announcement on GrinnellShare for more information.
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Ham Serunjogi ’16 Named to Forbes 30 Under 30 in Finance for 2023 | |
New Service: InformaCast Mobile Safety App | |
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A mobile safety app that features a Grinnell Campus Alert Button is now available for campus community members to download and use anywhere on College property. This optional mobile app complements the campus-wide emergency alert system, InformaCast.
The alert button can immediately notify a Campus Safety dispatcher of the need for assistance or other issues of concern. The alert button does not replace or supplement 911 and will not notify the police when activated.
Download the free InformaCast app from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store. For more information and complete instructions on using the app visit the InformaCast Mobile Safety App documentation on GrinnellShare.
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Build a Better Grinnell 2030 Receives USDA Grant | |
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Build a Better Grinnell 2030 (BABG 2030) has received a grant of $197,153 from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Rural Placemaking Innovation Challenge. These funds will support the mission of the BABG 2030 project: to identify and prioritize community needs as well as resources, assets, and partners to guide community development and quality-of-life improvement over the next decade.
The grant was secured in partnership with the Greater Poweshiek Community Foundation; BABG Research Director Monty Roper, associate professor and department chair of Anthropology at Grinnell College; and Grinnell College’s Office of Community Partnerships, Planning, and Research.
Read the news release to learn more about the grant and the goals of the project.
| Strategic Planning Fall Sessions Report Available | |
A report on the strategic planning sessions that took place throughout the fall semester is now available on the Common Good site. The report provides basic statistics about the sessions as well as syntheses of what participants shared relating to each planning area.
Also on the Common Good site, is a comprehensive report compiled by the strategic research team that presents verbatim contributions from participants as well as a report that presents lightly edited contributions organized by topic. These materials will serve as the basis for the next steps in the planning process.
| Cover to Cover: Registration Open for Dec. 7 Session | |
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President Anne Harris and members of the College’s senior leadership team are exploring recent books Cover to Cover this academic year, and students, staff, and faculty are invited to join.
The Dec. 7 book will be Seventy Years in Academe: A Memoir, by the late George Drake. President Harris will be joined by Loyal Terry ’23, student government association president. Complete the online Qualtrics registration form to apply to join the discussion. The registration link will be turned off after the session fills.
In-person attendance is limited to 12 individuals per session and advance registration is required. The book will be provided to participants who do not own a copy. The session for registered participants will be held at noon in the Nollen 1 conference room.
This year’s readings are works from the President’s bookshelf that reflect on some aspect of the College’s mission and purpose. Upcoming dates and topics can be viewed on the Cover to Cover webpage.
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Saturday Metro Shuttles — Now Free of Charge | |
The Saturday shuttle is now free and is available to all Grinnell College students, faculty, and staff. Pick up your free shuttle ticket in Student Affairs, 3rd floor JRC, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Tickets are limited, and the supply can run out quickly.
Dec. 3, Old Capital Center, Iowa City
Dec. 10, Jordan Creek
Dec. 17, Coral Ridge Mall
Visit the Regional Transportation Page for more information.
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Grinnell Podcasts: Listen to the Latest Episodes | |
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Authors and Artists
Grant Faulkner ’87 discusses his book All the Comfort Sin Can Provide, a collection of short stories that chronicle dreamers, addicts, and lost souls who have trusted too much in wayward love, the perilous balm of substances, or the unchecked hungers of others, but who are determined to find salvation in their odd definitions of transcendence. Contact Jim Powers for more information.
Going Forth
In Nothing but The Truth – Law, Justice & Scholarship, Angela Onwuachi-Willig ’94 discusses what it takes be accepted into top law programs, how to succeed while in law school, what paths exist within the legal realm, and what it means to have an impact on the world while wielding your law degree as a tool for change.
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Health and Wellness Updates | |
There is currently one student in isolation on or off campus. Two new cases were reported in the past week, and there have been 144 cases since Aug. 8, 2022. | Masks remain optional but anyone is welcome to wear a mask as an effective way to protect themselves from respiratory illnesses. Please respect each other’s choices. Masks are required when around others during isolation due to COVID, for five days after completing isolation, or for those with a known COVID exposure. High-risk individuals should mask as appropriate and can use the accommodation process if needed by visiting the Accessibility and Disability Resources site. High quality masks remain available to students and employees. | |
The new bivalent COVID boosters are available at the Grinnell Hy-Vee Pharmacy. Search for available appointments at the Grinnell or other Hy-Vee stores or call 888-713-7040.
Poweshiek County Public Health also has a limited supply of bivalent booster doses available.
| Free Test Iowa PCR Test Kits are available on campus through Student Affairs, the Dean, or Campus Safety. The drop box for completed tests is located at the JRC information desk. Check the testing web page for a list of testing options and the Test Iowa courier schedule. | Respiratory and Other Illnesses | Anyone experiencing COVID, flu, strep, or other respiratory illness symptoms should mask, seek medical guidance regarding testing or treatment, remain home if possible, and practice good hand hygiene. Flu vaccinations are available through local pharmacies or UnityPoint. | |
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Latin American Ensemble Concert
Wednesday, Nov. 30
7:30 p.m.
Sebring-Lewis Hall
Grinnell Oratorio Society Concert
Sunday, Dec. 4
2 p.m.
Herrick Chapel
Grinnell Symphonic Band Concert
Sunday, Dec. 4
7:30 p.m.
Sebring-Lewis Hall
Percussion ensemble Concert
Tuesday, Dec. 6
7:30 p.m.
Sebring-Lewis Hall
Flute Studio recital
Wednesday, Dec. 7
4:15 p.m.
Sebring-Lewis Hall
Introduction to Composition Recital
Wednesday, Dec. 7
7:30 p.m.
Sebring-Lewis Hall
Jazz Ensemble Concert
Thursday, Dec. 8
7:30 p.m.
Sebring-Lewis Hall
Hallelujah Chorus Sing/Play Along
Friday, Dec. 9
Noon
Bucksbaum Rotunda
Voice Studio Recital
Sunday, Dec. 11
7:30 p.m.
Sebring-Lewis Hall
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College-UGSDW Collective Bargaining Webinar | |
Thursday, Dec. 1
4:30 p.m. CT
Join on Webex
Webinar number: 2622 648 7915
Webinar password: cqQUyUig372 (27789844 from phones)
Join by phone: +1-415-655-0001 US Toll
Access code: 262 264 87915
| Arctic Lights Celebration | |
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Thursday, Dec. 1
6 – 7 p.m.
In front of Gates Tower
Students, faculty, and staff are invited to gather in celebration of a luminous holiday tradition — the Arctic Lights annual event that lights up Gates-Rawson Tower. There will
be cookies, hot cocoa, a winter craft, and student performances during the event. Arctic Lights was established in 2015 as a community-building event. For more information contact Victoria Harris, assistant director of student programs in the Office of Development and Alumni Relations.
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Author Elizabeth Shackelford to Visit Pioneer Bookshop | |
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Thursday, Dec. 1
7 p.m.
Author of The Dissent Channel: American Diplomacy in a Dishonest Age, Elizabeth Shackelford will visit the Pioneer Bookshop for a book signing and presentation. Free and open to the public. Read the news release for more information.
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Community Friday — Prisons as Places of Transformation Through Education
Friday, Dec. 2
Noon – 1 p.m.
JRC 101
Alexander McLean has spent this semester as the visiting Heath Professor in Sociology, teaching about social justice and enterprise on campus and in the Liberal Arts Prison Program. In this talk, he will reflect on what he has been learning about justice at Grinnell and beyond.
A lunch buffet will open at 11:45 a.m. RSVP by Nov. 30 to provide information for catering.
Workshop on Establishing a Nonprofit Organization
Saturday, Dec. 3
Noon – 4 p.m.
HSSC A1231
McLean will lead a workshop to help participants learn the basics of establishing purpose, building a team, money management, and storytelling in order to start a nonprofit. Get more details and RSVP online.
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GORP Hiking at Rock Creek | |
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Saturday, Dec. 3
10 a.m. Departure
3 p.m. Return
Parking lot northwest of Harris
Transportation to and from Rock Creek State park will be provided for the 9.5 mile hike, which is expected to take about 3.5 hours. Limited spots are available so advance registration is required. Participants will be notified of their spot on the trip or the waiting list by Thursday, Dec. 1, and will be notified If inclement weather prevents the event from happening. Open to all Grinnell College students, employees, and their immediate families.
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Dancing Story Time: Twirl Into a Tale | |
Saturday, Dec. 3
10:30 a.m.
Drake Community Library
Twirl into a Tale is for ages 3–8, but everyone is welcome.
Visit the Drake Community Library online for more information.
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Winter Synchro Spectacular | |
Sunday, Dec. 4
4 p.m.
Russel K. Osgood Natatorium
Join the Grinnell Synchronized Swimming Club for their winter synchro. The performance will take place in the diving well of the natatorium and will last approximately 30 minutes. Seating is available on the second floor of the natatorium, overlooking the diving well.
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20 Minutes @ 11 with Shuchi Kapila and Tim Dobe | |
Tuesday, Dec. 6
11 a.m.
Grinnell College Museum of Art
Elias Saba, senior lecturer in religious studies and history, will focus on the exchange of materials, artistic motifs, and religious themes in the Middle East through an examination of several objects currently on display as part of the Reverent Ornament exhibition.
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The Story of Iowa's Factory Farms: A Critical History | |
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Tuesday, Dec. 6
4:15 p.m. Teach-In / Roadshow
5:30 p.m. Reception
HSSC A1231
This event will present the story of animal agriculture in Iowa, from colonization to the farm crisis of the 1980's, to the consolidation and expansion of factory farms. Participants will discuss how factory farms and Big Ag reshaped the legal and physical landscape over the years, found new ways to rebrand their practices, and what communities are doing to fight back.
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CLIMB Theatre Performances and Workshops | |
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CLIMB Theatre is an educational organization dedicated to inspiring and propelling young people towards acts that benefit themselves, each other, and their communities. Free and open to the public
Friday, Dec. 9
4:15 p.m. – Grandpa and Lucy play
Harris Center Concert Hall
Saturday, Dec. 10
11 a.m. DragonShield play
Noon – 2 p.m. Catered lunch and drop-in workshops
2 p.m. Grandpa and Lucy play
Harris Center Concert Hall
Optional RSVP at tinyurl.com/GrinnellGrandpaAndLucy
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Saturday, December 10
11:30 a.m. Opera Talk
11:55 a.m. Program
Harris Cinema
Renée Fleming makes her highly anticipated return to the Met in the world-premiere production of Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Kevin Puts’ The Hours, adapted from Michael Cunningham’s acclaimed novel. This live cinema broadcast is part of the Met’s award-winning live in HD series, bringing opera to movie theaters across the globe.
Tickets are $15/adult, $10/children for the general public. Tickets for students, faculty, and staff of Grinnell College are free, thanks to the Office of the President. More information available in the GrinnellShare announcement.
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Sunday Dec. 11
8 – 10 p.m.
Harris Center
Take a study break before exam week for snuggles with certified therapy dogs and pancakes cooked and served by the Grinnell Fire Department. Email M.J. Gibney for more information.
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Burling Library Productivity Cafe | |
Monday, Dec. 12
1 – 5 p.m.
Burling Library, second floor classroom
To celebrate Reading Day, Burling Library is hosting a Productivity Cafe with concentrated work time, a communal working environment, hot café drinks, and a drawing for prizes. Librarians will be available for citation and research help.
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