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The S&B won the Iowa college newspaper of the year award and 19 individual awards at the Iowa College Media Association conference in Des Moines, Iowa on Feb. 8, 2024.
The Scarlet & Black wins Iowa college newspaper of the year award
Learning Environment Policy Update
Learning Environment Policy Update
Ramaswamys talks on the phone as he prepares to walk into the event in Grinnell on Oct. 5, 2023. Moments later, a Grinnell College students accidentally backed into a campaign vehicle.
Ramaswamy’s vehicle was parked illegally during Grinnell accident; police and driver refute misleading accounts of the incident
Presidential Candidate Vivek Ramaswamy speaks with Grinnell College students following a televised panel with KCCI at Saints Rest Coffee House.
“It was truly just an accident”: Students who hit Ramaswamy’s car speak out after media frenzy
Juniper Schwartzman `27 joined the football team as a kicker. She became the first woman to play and score for the team during their Sept. 30 game against Lawrence University.
Juniper Schwartzman `27 becomes first woman to play for Grinnell football
Following a national search, Grinnell College has announced that JC Lopez, current interim Vice President for the Division of Student Affairs, will fill his role permanently.
JC Lopez appointed full-time Vice President of Student Affairs
Student Registration Liaisons attempt to calm preregistration storm
Student Registration Liaisons attempt to calm preregistration storm
Students protest outside of Wells Fargo in 2017. Among Grinnell students, 77% said they worry a little or a lot about damaging their reputation because someone misunderstood them.
Grinnell College ranked worst school in the US for comfort expressing ideas
Kyla Miller `25 was elected as the president of Grinnells Student Government Association.
SGA elects president and VPAA for 2024-25
Members of the Union of Grinnell Student Dining Workers display the first wall-to-wall undergraduate contract in U.S. history. The Union approved the contract by a vote of 162-1. It will immediately take effect after Grinnell College signs it on Friday, April 5, 2024.
Grinnell College student Union ratifies historic contract
Iowans came together on April 10, 2024 to celebrate Caitlin Clark and the Iowa Hawkeyes womens basketball team, deemed the team that changed the game.
Iowans celebrate Caitlin Clark, Lisa Bluder and the team that changed basketball
Its their club. I just run it: Book club leader fosters inclusion and belonging
“It’s their club. I just run it”: Book club leader fosters inclusion and belonging
Grinnell teachers respond to Iowa bill on arming school personnel
Grinnell teachers respond to Iowa bill on arming school personnel
The Veterans Memorial Commission voted to demolish the Veterans Memorial Building in downtown Central Park this past September. Shortly after, the Commission began exploring monument designs to replace the building.
Controversial monument to replace Grinnell Veterans Memorial Building
Local Foods Connection takes on food insecurity in Poweshiek County
Local Foods Connection takes on food insecurity in Poweshiek County
Grinnell is considering rebranding away from the Pioneer identity.
History Takeover: Are Pioneers Wanted Here?
The Black Church and Bible Study work to rebuild a post-pandemic religious tradition on campus.
Students build sacred spaces as spirituality thrives
Sandy Moffet reflects on his legacy
Sandy Moffet reflects on his legacy
For student workers, off-campus work can present a chance to prepare for life after college and build relationships with the community.
Off-campus workers “pop” the Grinnell college bubble
Marina Busby `24
Student speaks: Dorm Hall Defense
From left: Georgia Carbone `24 and John Murphy `26 stand in the KDIC studio after working to bring back student music and talk shows.
KDIC tunes into Grinnell campus community
Grinnell continued its Disco Harris tradition of a band performance, with students covering high-energy hits on Saturday, April 6.
Photos Series: Boogie down with Disco Band
Karis McCaskill `24 grins in front of the gallery wearing a Kermit sweater — a green frog to match the green leaves in her exhibition.
Karis McCaskill `24 transforms Smith Gallery
Carl Phillips reads from “Then The War: And Selected Poems,” telling the Writers@Grinnell crowd about his writing process.
Writers@Grinnell names Carl Phillips this year’s Distinguished Author
Aisha Saparali, foreign language teaching assistant for Russian, holds scarlet and black ribbons in her hand.
“Songs of the Scarlet and Wayback” chronicles Grinnell across time
From left: Aidan Klass 25 and Lucas Willett 26 beat theur Lake Forest College opponents 8-6. The Pioneers won the entire game 8-1, only giving up a single match.
Men’s tennis winds up for MWC tournament
Amy Nguyen `26 putts the ball towards a hole at a team practice at the Grinnell College Golf Course.
Women’s golf looks to continue decade-long conference title streak
Irene Agusti `24.5 returns the ball during Grinnell womens tennis March 2 game against Morningside University. The Pioneers won the face-off 5-4.
Nationally-ranked women’s tennis sets the stage for NCAA appearance
The stands were filled with fans. friends, and family during the Grinnell College Mens Basketball Teams Feb. 17 game against Monmouth College. The Pioneers won 111-86.
“They’re my team,” local fans connect with athletes
Clark broke the all-time National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA) scoring record this season, en route to her second championship appearance and second Naismith Player of the Year Award.
Photo Series: Caitlin Clark’s season in review
Horoscope: Which practical mode of transportation are you?
Horoscope: Which practical mode of transportation are you?
Marcy Cassidy-Mapp `24 thinks FoMO is prevalent at Grinnell College.
Op-Ed: FoMO at a Liberal Arts College
Allison Moore `24 believes senioritis can be cured by spending time with the people you are close to.
Op-Ed: Why do all the fourth years seem so anxious?
Sasha Laugen `26 believes wearing a mask when sick should be the norm.
Op-Ed: Grinnell masking culture needs to change
Horoscope: Your Zodiacs Cat Breed
Horoscope: Your Zodiac’s Cat Breed
Members of the womens volleyball team practicing on Wednesday Nov. 8 in preparation for their matches at the Midwest Conference tournament.
Letter to the Editor: Support women’s athletics
Letter to the Editor: Alumni weigh in on student protests
Letter to the Editor: Alumni weigh in on student protests
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor: Alumni support trans athletes at Grinnell after NCAA removes LGBTQ+ protections
Members of Chaverim Elizabeth Collinger, Batyah Selis and Nick Raphaelson (left to right), all 21.
Letter to the Editor: “Pioneers” no more
Comic: False Spring
Comic: False Spring
Comic: You Are What You Eat
Comic: You Are What You Eat
Comic: Ambroos and Wilhelmina van Buskirk the Tulip Fairies
Comic: Ambroos and Wilhelmina van Buskirk the Tulip Fairies
Comic: Spring Break Expectation vs. Reality
Comic: Spring Break Expectation vs. Reality
Comic: The Scariest Things on Halloween in Grinnell
Comic: The Scariest Things on Halloween in Grinnell
Horoscope: Which practical mode of transportation are you?
Horoscope: Which practical mode of transportation are you?
Horoscope: Your Zodiacs Cat Breed
Horoscope: Your Zodiac’s Cat Breed
Horoscope: What the Signs are saying about spring break
Horoscope: What the Signs are saying about spring break
Horoscope: Which residence hall are you?
Horoscope: Which residence hall are you?
Horoscope: Which U.S. president are you?
Horoscope: Which U.S. president are you?
Marcy Cassidy-Mapp `24 thinks FoMO is prevalent at Grinnell College.
Op-Ed: FoMO at a Liberal Arts College
Allison Moore `24 believes senioritis can be cured by spending time with the people you are close to.
Op-Ed: Why do all the fourth years seem so anxious?
Sasha Laugen `26 believes wearing a mask when sick should be the norm.
Op-Ed: Grinnell masking culture needs to change
Caitlin Clark broke the NCAA Womens basketball scoring record on Thursday, Feb. 15, surpassing Kelsey Plum.
Caitlin Clark breaks scoring record, but her legacy was already cemented
Syd Weller `26.
Grinnell and Title IX: How ineffective training breeds discomfort and distrust
Sandy Moffet reflects on his legacy
Sandy Moffet reflects on his legacy
Local Foods Connection takes on food insecurity in Poweshiek County
Local Foods Connection takes on food insecurity in Poweshiek County
From left: Laura Fendt and Kamal Hammouda pose in front of their future co-op housing project at 834 Park St.
Relish restaurateurs cook up new co-op housing initiative for students
The thrill of running, told by Grinnell College cross country runners
The thrill of running, told by Grinnell College cross country runners
Kai Te Huki `27 leads the National Collegiate Athletic Association across divisions in average points scored per game and in three point attempts. He scored 30 of the Pioneers’ 111 points against Knox College on Jan. 23.
KAI IS THAT GUY
Grinnell continued its Disco Harris tradition of a band performance, with students covering high-energy hits on Saturday, April 6.
Photos Series: Boogie down with Disco Band
Clark broke the all-time National Collegiate Athletics Association (NCAA) scoring record this season, en route to her second championship appearance and second Naismith Player of the Year Award.
Photo Series: Caitlin Clark’s season in review
Temperatures swelled to 70 degrees as the false spring beckoned Grinnell students into the outdoors this past week.
Photo Series: False Spring in full swing
Creeping Charlie, a band based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, rocked the halls of Gardner Lounge in what was the first concert of the school year.
Photo Series: Creeping Charlie brings first concert of the year to campus
Grinnell College student band plays their debut performance at Masquerade Harris. On the stage from left: Maddie Church `27, Theo Richter `24, Renzo Iurino `27, Grant Anguiano and Noah Mendola `26.
Photo Series: South of Tama debuts at Masquerade Harris

The Scarlet & Black

The Scarlet & Black
Allison Moore

Allison Moore, Staff Writer

Allison is a fourth-year gender, women's, and sexuality studies major from Granville, Ohio. In her spare time, she can be found crafting, cooking, and cuddling with her kitten, Koda. If you think her mini crossword is too hard, then too bad.

All content by Allison Moore
Grinnell is considering rebranding away from the Pioneer identity.

History Takeover: Are Pioneers Wanted Here?

Allison Moore, Staff Writer
April 15, 2024
Allison Moore `24 believes senioritis can be cured by spending time with the people you are close to.

Op-Ed: Why do all the fourth years seem so anxious?

Allison Moore, Staff Writer
April 14, 2024
Karis McCaskill `24 grins in front of the gallery wearing a Kermit sweater — a green frog to match the green leaves in her exhibition.

Karis McCaskill `24 transforms Smith Gallery

Allison Moore, Staff Writer
April 13, 2024
Grinnell teachers respond to Iowa bill on arming school personnel

Grinnell teachers respond to Iowa bill on arming school personnel

Allison Moore, Staff Writer
April 8, 2024
The new African diaspora studies department endowed chair was recently named after Kesho Scott.

Milestone African diaspora chair named after Kesho Scott

Allison Moore, Staff Writer
March 10, 2024
S&Bar Hop: Grinnell Craft Brewhouse

S&Bar Hop: Grinnell Craft Brewhouse

Allison Moore, Staff Writer
March 4, 2024
The Brooklyn Opera House was officially reopened to the public after massive renovation efforts.

Brooklyn Opera House thrives after nearly 50 year hiatus

Allison Moore, Staff Writer
March 4, 2024
Carl Olson-Skog `24, Carlie Duus `24, Max Kasten `26, Elsa Kasten `24, and Zade Mullin `24 invite few visitors, but, in exchange, they offer warm food, games, and a good time to all who enter.

Cribz: A funhouse at 1020 East st.

Allison Moore, Staff Writer
February 26, 2024
Carol Welsman answers questions from students about being a professional musician.

Acclaimed jazz artist Carol Welsman joins Gabriel Espinosa’s quartet

Allison Moore, Staff Writer
February 26, 2024
Contributed by Ann Landstrom. From left: Connor Arneson `23, Ella Unal `23, Lexi Mueldener `23 and Ella Maloney`23.

Grinnell College named top Fulbright producer

Allison Moore, Staff Writer
February 18, 2024
Luca Fornari `25 vaults during the Darren Young Classic on Feb. 10. He earned 2nd in the event with a 4.25 meter pole vault.

Track and field shatters records, looks forward

Allison Moore, Staff Writer
February 16, 2024
Early Decision (ED) has concluded for the class of 2028, and it continues to dominate Regular Decision — the College estimates that 57% of the incoming class will be ED admits.

Grinnell College estimates 57% of incoming class will be Early Decision admits

Allison Moore, Staff Writer
February 12, 2024
Federal report reveals Grinnell women’s teams coaches paid $8,000 less than men’s

Federal report reveals Grinnell women’s teams coaches paid $8,000 less than men’s

Allison Moore, Staff Writer
February 5, 2024
The Poweshiek Animal League Shelter (PALS) located at 4167 20th St. recently hit full capacity.

PALS at full capacity, needing volunteers

Allison Moore, Staff Writer
November 20, 2023
From left: Sam Sirna `25, Phukao Prommolmard `24.5, and Andrew Lim `25 ravenously enjoy their Monday nights bonding over food.

Mealz: It’s dinner-Thai at 920 High

Allison Moore, Staff Writer
November 13, 2023
Photo illustration: Grinnell College students can now use their Pioneer One-Card in select businesses downtown.

Dining dollars expand to downtown Grinnell businesses

Allison Moore, Staff Writer
November 11, 2023
Rob Corry brings troubled and complicated past to city council race

Rob Corry brings troubled and complicated past to city council race

Allison Moore, Staff Writer
November 2, 2023
The stands at the mens basketball game on Oct. 25.

Low athletic turnout leaves athletes and administration confused

Allison Moore, Staff Writer
October 30, 2023
The Iowa Capital Dispatch was created to help fill in gaps in coverage.

Kathie Obradovich talks at Rosenfield Program symposium

Allison Moore, Staff Writer
October 9, 2023
CoSI plans international cookbook

CoSI plans international cookbook

Allison Moore, Staff Writer
October 1, 2023
From left: Zoe Knoernschild `24, Lexi Hankenson `24 and Joey Fisk `24

Cribz: A bat cave at 934 High Street

Allison Moore, Staff writer
September 25, 2023
The Student Government Associations rollover budget was given to Weekend.

Confusion reigns over budgeting process and regulations for student organizations

Allison Moore, Staff Writer
September 25, 2023
Joe Tuggle Lacina prepares remarks at Its Not What It Is opening reception on September 7.

Grinnell artist Joe Tuggle Lacina breaks convention with new exhibit “It’s Not What It Is”

Allison Moore, Staff Writer
September 18, 2023
Horoscope: What to add to your living space based on the stars

Horoscope: What to add to your living space based on the stars

Allison Moore and Charlotte Krone
September 18, 2023
Minimum wage hike leaves students and admin with mixed reactions

Minimum wage hike leaves students and admin with mixed reactions

Allison Moore, Staff Writer
September 11, 2023
DAG takes a stab at a new semester

DAG takes a stab at a new semester

Allison Moore, Staff Writer
September 11, 2023
Letícia Monteiro

Letícia Monteiro

Allison Moore, Editor in Chief
May 8, 2023
Wagon Wheels West, a family business, has served the Grinnell community for nearly five decades.

Wagon Wheels West is big enough for this town

Allison Moore, Editor in Chief
April 17, 2023
This memorial is not the first memorial to Williams held in Central Park. Last November, the family held a candlelight vigil to mark the start of the trial of Stephen Vogel, who was convicted that month of Williams murder.

[Photo] Family of Michael Williams calls for permanent memorial

September 19, 2022
This memorial is not the first memorial to Williams held in Central Park. Last November, the family held a candlelight vigil to mark the start of the trial of Stephen Vogel, who was convicted that month of Williams murder.

Family of Michael Williams calls for permanent memorial

Allison Moore, Editor in Chief
September 19, 2022
Colleen Klainert is the owner and sole worker of Solera wine bar at 826 Broad St.

True Grinnellian: Colleen Klainert

Allison Moore, Editor in Chief
February 20, 2023

Alumni Professors Speak: “Finding a way back to Grinnell”

Allison Moore, Editor in Chief
February 6, 2023
Davis Cooper’s coaches and teammates gathered on Nov. 7 on Rosenbloom Field to remember their friend and release lanterns into the sky.

“The Davis smile:” Honoring the legacy of Davis Cooper `26

Allison Moore, Editor in Chief
December 5, 2022
Giovanna Romero `24 expresses gratitude for the altar as a visible space to celebrate her culture.

Celebrating the Day of the Dead in Grinnell

Allison Moore, Editor in Chief
November 7, 2022
Brazilian students traveled to Chicago to vote in their national election. From left: Clara Zioli da Igreja `23, Lívia Stein Freitas, `25 Carolina Klauck Novaes `23, Patrick Sales Garcia `25, Luís Felipe Koehler Domingues `26, Ana Beatriz Fernandes Costa `25, Cristian Sales Garcia `22 and Diogo Tandeta Tartarotti `24.

Brazilian students cast their votes in contentious election

Allison Moore, Editor in Chief
October 31, 2022
Nagamatsu read excerpts from his novel How High We Go in the Dark.

Writers@Grinnell: Sequoia Nagamatsu `04

Allison Moore, Editor in Chief
October 28, 2022
The two leaders of tag, Jay Kratz `23 and Romeo Garcia `23, are hoping their advocacy meetings will build the foundation for trans students to feel comfortable asking for the resources they need.

“tag,” you’re it: Rebranded student trans group renews commitment to advocacy

Allison Moore, Editor in Chief
October 10, 2022
Lizzo performing her single Rumors onstage in 2021. Photo contributed by Hollywood Life.

Op-Ed: Why I’m obsessed with Lizzo and you should be too

Allison Moore
May 2, 2022
Concrete Perspectives 2020 cover. By Zainab Thompson.

Liberal Arts in Prison Program expands to include women’s prison

Allison Moore
April 26, 2022
Contribute by The King Center

Bernice King announced as 2022 commencement speaker

Allison Moore
April 24, 2022
Students crowd into a HSSC classroom to hear from professors and ask questions. Photo by Allison Moore.

Faculty host teach-in event on Russia-Ukraine conflict

Allison Moore
March 4, 2022
Pioneer tennis looks to conference after poor start to season

Pioneer tennis looks to conference after poor start to season

Allison Moore
February 20, 2022
Britt Kifers book A Silent Voice, went on sale in December 2021. Copies may also be found in the Grinnell High School library. Photo contributed by Britt Kifer.

Seventeen-year-old Grinnell author makes impressive debut

Allison Moore
February 11, 2022
Grinnell High School keeps many copies of Taylor Vander Leests A Clash of Sea and Storms in the library, celebrating the students success. Contributed photo.

Grinnell teen gets early start on lifelong literary dream

Allison Moore
February 5, 2022
College suspends campus activity for afternoon and evening of Dec. 15 due to forecasted high-speed winds

College suspends campus activity for afternoon and evening of Dec. 15 due to forecasted high-speed winds

Allison Moore
December 14, 2021
Infinite Coincidence members (from left: Michael Lozada `24, Noa Goldman `22, Christian Stephens `24, Nadia Langley `23 and Sean Collins `22) performed a La Ronde at the Dec. 3 improv show. Photo by Alex Fontana.

Yes, and…? : Grinnell’s Improv Scene

Allison Moore
December 13, 2021
Kevin Engel

There’s no place like Grinnell: Kevin Engel, Kistle Citation Wizard

Allison Moore
December 5, 2021

Grinnell men’s Basketball breaks 66-year old rebound record

Allison Moore
December 2, 2021
Captain Sam Naik storms down the field as Illinois College players challenge him. Contributed by Ted Schultz.

Grinnell men’s soccer ends season with loss to Cornell College

Allison Moore
November 17, 2021
Title IX Paperwork

Oversights in enforcement of Title IX no-contact orders create discomfort for some students

Eleanor Corbin and Allison Moore
November 12, 2021
Grinnell students gather at The Periodic table for their Wednesday night happy hour. Photo by Ariel Richards.

Nightlife in the prairie

Allison Moore
November 10, 2021
Photo contributed by Simon & Schuster.

“Misery” Is Good Company!

Allison Moore
November 5, 2021
Arcadia opened in Roberts Theatre on Oct. 8 under the direction of Sandy Moffett after Ellen Mease was suspended from the production. Photo by Ariel Richards.

Professor Ellen Mease suspended from “Arcadia” production after alleged slapping incident during rehearsal

Allison Moore
October 11, 2021
Despite the grueling hours and stress of the past year, Bill and Andy Molison still enjoy baking together. Photo by Isabel Torrence.

True Grinnellian: Bill and Andy Molison of Grin City Bakery

Allison Moore
September 24, 2021
Movies will be shown every Friday in the Harris Cinema at 7:30 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. Graphic by Elisa Carrasco Lanusse.

A Promising Start for Grinnell’s burgeoning film scene

Allison Moore
September 23, 2021
Doherty sees Bucksbaum as an energizing hub of talent and expression. Photo by Ariel Richards.

Ode to Bucksbaum: A Hall Worth Getting to Know

Allison Moore
September 15, 2021
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