The Scarlet & Black

The Independent Student News Site of Grinnell College
Transfer student Julie Howard `26.5 poses for a portrait in the Spencer Grill.
Grinnell College receives $150,000 grant to increase recruitment, support for transfer students
Grinnell College intends to cut free housing, meals for students working non-academic periods starting in 2026
Grinnell College intends to cut free housing, meals for students working non-academic periods starting in 2026
The Global Café is piloting a new late-night dining option.
Grinnell College Dining Services pilots late-night Global Café program
Flowers adorn Julian Sahlin's bike outside of Younker Hall on April 14, 2025.
Grinnell College community mourns the death of Julian Sahlin `28
Pioneer Bookshop promotes GrinnBooks program through distribution of bookmarks on April 4, 2025.
GrinnBooks aims to provide affordable textbooks to students
American and Iowa state flags waving outside of Drake Community Library.
State Senator Sweeney talks fiscal responsibility at legislative coffee event
From left: Will Cloake (Ken), Ashley Beasley (Claire), Alexis Steele (Chris), Jenna Starke (Cookie), Crosby (Ernie), Craig Gibbens (Lenny), and Mike McKenna (Glenn) decorate the scene. (Contributed by Luke Saunders).
Grinnell Community Theatre presents Neil Simon’s “Rumors”
Grinnell students feed cows at Compass Plant on Saturday, April 5.
USDA funding cuts leave Grinnell local food system vulnerable
Two bills, House Files 880 and 274, did not advance into the legislative session and are now considered dead. Staff members at Drake Community Library still await news on federal efforts to disband the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS).
Drake and other local public libraries await news on federal funding changes
Greg Lincoln, Service Director, and Angie Radcliffe, Executive Director, pose outside of Renewed Hope Home Furnishings at Grinnell Friends Church.
Renewed Hope helps make houses into homes
Isaiah Schlimm `27, a Vivero Digital Fellow, works in Burling basement on Thursday, April 17.
On-campus jobs prepare students for professional life
Will Reyes `25 cuts Gabe Garcia's `27 hair in the Black Cultural Center Salon.
Brows, cuts and nails: student-run beauty businesses
Performers in ISO's Cultural Evening gather on stage for a final performance in the Harris Center on Saturday, April 12.
ISO Cultural Evening celebrates heritage through storytelling, song, dance and dress
The Grinnell Redemption Center accepts bottles and cans and is located on 132 West St, Grinnell, IA.
Sustainability initiatives think beyond recycling, advocate for education and institutional memory
Students and faculty have conversations at French Table over lunch on Wednesday, April 2.
Affinity tables support language learning at lunchtime
Performers dance during Agnes Allman's "Mixed Signals" performance on Friday, April 11.
Agnes Allman produces independent student choreography show
Henry Loomis' artwork displayed in the Smith Gallery.
Henry Loomis `26 creates “Bird Worlds”
BRASA members and friends celebrate at the BRASA Gardner.
“I HEART BR”: First-ever BRASA Gardner brings Brazilian funk to Grinnell
From left: Will Cloake (Ken), Ashley Beasley (Claire), Alexis Steele (Chris), Jenna Starke (Cookie), Crosby (Ernie), Craig Gibbens (Lenny), and Mike McKenna (Glenn) decorate the scene. (Contributed by Luke Saunders).
Grinnell Community Theatre presents Neil Simon’s “Rumors”
Levi McMillan `27 sings during choir performance.
Grinnell Singers bring tour back to campus with “The Light is the Same”
Utsah Kalra `25 hits a serve during a tennis match against UW Eau Claire on Sunday, Apr. 13.
PHOTOS: Women’s tennis beats University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire 7-0
Athletes check into the Walker Athletic Training Suite before practice where they are provided with care in order to both prevent injuries and rehabilitate students after an injury is sustained.
Injured athletes navigate campus resources
Grinnell men's golf walking to tee-off at the next hole at the Grinnell College Golf Course during practice on April 11, 2025.
The success behind Grinnell’s golf teams
Caitlin Ong `26 runs alongside athletes on Saturday, April 12 at the Dick Young Classic Invitational.
Grinnell’s track and field teams shatter records
Lindsey Schultz (11) focuses on the pitcher's throw during a game against Lake Forest on Saturday, Apr. 5.
PHOTOS: Grinnell softball plays Lake Forest and Beloit
From left: Samridh Dev Singh Chib `25 and Parikshit Roychowdhury `26 pose above the Spencer Grill on April 18, 2025.
Opinion: The meaning of “South Asian,” a double op-ed
From left: Alex Smith and Peyton Williams, both `27, pose in Burling Library on April 18, 2025.
Opinion: Why Grinnellians should start investing, and how to do it without losing your mind
Asha Kulkarni `28 poses in the Humanities and Social Studies Center.
O-pun-ion
Candice Hui-Chieh Lu `26 poses in the Global Kitchen on April 9, 2025.
From loss to belonging
Lyle Muller, professional adviser to The S&B, poses on the second floor of the JRC, where the College's publications room is located.
Opinion: Why college journalists like The S&B’s do what they do
Letter to the Editor: Required Meal Plans
Letter to the Editor: Required Meal Plans
Sharyn Obsatz `93 is a journalism professor at Santa Monica College.
Letter to the Editor: Support The S&B
Jay Dick `93 works as Sr. Director of Advocacy and Partnerships at Americans for the Arts.
Letter to the Editor: The Vanishing of Printed Student Media?
Sasha Aslanian `90 is a member of the Grinnell College Alumni Council.
Letter to the Editor: Physical papers have pull on Grinnell campus
Members of the women's 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
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 childhood book series are you?
Horoscope: Which childhood book series are you?
Horoscope: What D-Hall fry iteration are you?
Horoscope: What D-Hall fry iteration are you?
Horoscope: What BRAT song are you?
Horoscope: What BRAT song are you?
Horoscope: Which federally recognized Midwestern state are you?
Horoscope: Which federally recognized Midwestern state are you?
Horoscope: Which practical mode of transportation are you?
Horoscope: Which practical mode of transportation are you?
From left: Samridh Dev Singh Chib `25 and Parikshit Roychowdhury `26 pose above the Spencer Grill on April 18, 2025.
Opinion: The meaning of “South Asian,” a double op-ed
From left: Alex Smith and Peyton Williams, both `27, pose in Burling Library on April 18, 2025.
Opinion: Why Grinnellians should start investing, and how to do it without losing your mind
Lyle Muller, professional adviser to The S&B, poses on the second floor of the JRC, where the College's publications room is located.
Opinion: Why college journalists like The S&B’s do what they do
David Harrison, professor of French and Arabic, reads a textbook on "Transubstantiation."
Opinion: Stay strong when facing government intimidation
From left: Hannah Sweet `25 and Conrad Dahm `26, co-presidents of the Union of Grinnell Student Dining Workers (USGDW), hold up the Apr. 2024 ratified contract that turned the UGSDW into the first wall-to-wall undergraduate labor union in U.S. history.
Opinion: Grinnellians need to show the f**k up
Play nine holes with the Grinnell women's golf team
Play nine holes with the Grinnell women’s golf team
Scarlet Sessions: Ky Klassen `25
Scarlet Sessions: Ky Klassen `25
Scarlet Sessions: Meet Ky Klassen `25
Scarlet Sessions: Meet Ky Klassen `25
Head Coach Arseneault reacts to a referee call during NCAA D-III Tournament Game against UW-Platteville on Friday, Mar. 7.
Grinnell College men’s basketball mic’d up
President Anne Harris opens the door to the Grinnell College President's house.
Cribz: President Anne Harris house tour
Utsah Kalra `25 hits a serve during a tennis match against UW Eau Claire on Sunday, Apr. 13.
PHOTOS: Women’s tennis beats University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire 7-0
Lindsey Schultz (11) focuses on the pitcher's throw during a game against Lake Forest on Saturday, Apr. 5.
PHOTOS: Grinnell softball plays Lake Forest and Beloit
Jakob Runkel (39) pitches the ball in a game against Monmouth on April 5, 2025.
PHOTOS: Baseball sets new school records
A student grabs fruit from the platters offered at the event.
Photo Series: Student Athletes Leading Social Change hosts Fruit with the Faculty event
Butcher Brown performs in Herrick Chapel the night before the release of their album "Letters from the Atlantic" on Friday, Mar. 27.
PHOTOS: Butcher Brown performs in Herrick Chapel

The Scarlet & Black

The Scarlet & Black
Eleanor Corbin

Eleanor Corbin, Editor in Chief

Eleanor is a fourth-year political science major with a concentration in statistics. Nine out of ten times she is ready and willing to discuss embroidery, types of loose-leaf tea, and metal music. Best approached with her favorite candy, cherry Twizzler bites, in hand.

All content by Eleanor Corbin
Eleanor Corbin, Editor in Chief

Eleanor Corbin, Editor in Chief

Eleanor Corbin, Editor in Chief
May 6, 2024
Alina Ihnatesku `26 sits in her gallery exhibition amidst walls that say "ONE STRONGER SPRING" in English and Russian, respectively.

Alina Ihnatesku `26’s love letter to her home at Smith Gallery

Eleanor Corbin, Editor in Chief
April 29, 2024
I-80 Dhaba at 2110 West St. opened for business in March 2024.

I-80 Dhaba brings authentic Indian flavors to Grinnell

Eleanor Corbin, Editor in Chief
April 28, 2024
From Left: Ethan Versh `27, Peter Versh `25, Hope Harrington `24, August Ngo `27 and Leo Goldman `27 form the five paid Pedal Grinnell mechanics who seek to elevate Grinnell’s bike scene.

Pedal Grinnell cruises on with admin support

Eleanor Corbin, Editor in chief
March 2, 2024
The team has been practicing this week for their next two games against St. Olaf College and Luther College both on Sunday, March 3.

Grinnell Softball winds up as season starts

Eleanor Corbin, Editor-in-Chief
March 1, 2024
Dr. Irma McClaurin `73 will serve as a scholar in residence until March.

Dr. Irma McClaurin `73 returns to Grinnell as visiting scholar

Eleanor Corbin, Editor in chief
February 19, 2024
El Cascabel on 1014 3rd Ave., Grinnell's old train depot, opened their doors to the public on Dec. 19 2023.

El Cascabel barrels into town, continues family restaurant tradition

Eleanor Corbin, Editor in Chief
February 12, 2024
Former President Donald J. Trump speaks at a rally in Indianola, Iowa on Jan 14. After winning the Iowa caucuses, Trump hinted at the possibility of Ramaswamy joining his ticket as vice-president.

“Not up for the job,” Trump blasts Haley and DeSantis at pre-caucus event in Indianola

Eleanor Corbin, Editor in Chief
January 14, 2024
Maddie and me, two days into her stay with the Corbins. 2010.

Ode to a childhood pet

Eleanor Corbin, Editor in Chief
December 3, 2023
Eight lawmakers signed a letter addressing their disappointment in the College administration

[Photo] Iowa lawmakers reject campus invite over admin response to protest

Scarlett Saldaña and Natalie Ng
December 1, 2023
Ashley Pacheco `24

Students Speak: Negative Experiences with Registration Process

Eleanor Corbin, Editor in Chief
November 20, 2023
Grinnell Students for Justice in Palestine at filing into Nollen House during a protest staged earlier this month.

Photo Series: SJP rallies as part of national ‘Shut it Down for Palestine’ movement

Eleanor Corbin and Sun Yuvachitti
November 10, 2023
Members of the swim and dive teams practicing in the Natatorium in the Charles Benson Bear '39 Recreation and Athletic Center.

Swim and dive debuts with easy win over Coe College

Eleanor Corbin, Editor-in-Chief
November 6, 2023
Opal Polanco `26 and Maggie Morris `26 caught in a game of eat or be eaten.

Humans face grave danger as zombies rise

Eleanor Corbin, Editor-in-chief
October 28, 2023
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

Zach Spindler-Krage and Eleanor Corbin
October 5, 2023
Zack Walsh From left: Henry Coen `25, co-director of the Neverland Players, and Elena Busick `25. The Neverland Players continued their positive energy throughout the rehearsal process.

It’s never not fun in Neverland

Eleanor Corbin, Editor-in-Chief
September 29, 2023
A sign in front of the vacant Grinnell Veterans Memorial Building on the intersection of 4th Ave. and Broad Street. Originally advertising the fundraising campaign for an artist residency program for veterans, the project has since been abandoned for a memorial instead.

Veterans Memorial Building faces demolition after failed renovation plan

Eleanor Corbin, Editor in Chief
September 18, 2023
Kamal Hammouda left his position as the College imam

Imam leaves college

Eleanor Corbin, Editor in Chief
September 11, 2023
The Grinnell football team practicing in September 2022.

Football focuses on increasing roster size

Eleanor Corbin, Features Editor
April 17, 2023
Grinnell College makes monetary donations and contributes props to Grinnell High School for theatrical shows.

Grinnell High School presents “Crimes of the Heart”

Eleanor Corbin, Features Editor
March 13, 2023
The Iowa State Capitol building.

[Photo] Court records reveal College sued for discrimination in Title IX

Nina Baker, Staff Writer
March 6, 2023
Alicia Stanley realized her passion for an international education after she studied for a full year abroad in Paris.

Alicia Stanley wins Lifetime Achievement Award

Eleanor Corbin, Community Editor
December 5, 2022
Disability Resources is working to make sure campus is accessible.

“On the backs of vulnerable students:” Accessibility concerns on campus

Eleanor Corbin, Community Editor
November 14, 2022
The Stella: Affordable housing complex to be built in Grinnell

The Stella: Affordable housing complex to be built in Grinnell

Eleanor Corbin, Staff Writer
October 3, 2022
Grinnell College celebrates 50th Anniversary of Title IX

Grinnell College celebrates 50th Anniversary of Title IX

Eleanor Corbin, Staff Writer
September 26, 2022
On Saturday, Sept. 17, the Grinnell football team won their first game of the season 28-7 against Lawrence College.

Grinnell football team wins first game of the semester

Eleanor Corbin, Staff Writer
September 26, 2022
The Grinnell women’s soccer team is predominantly comprised of first- and second-year players, but some of the upperclassmen players plan to “keep team culture and team spirit alive.”

Women’s soccer kicks off season with a younger team

Eleanor Corbin, Staff Writer
September 26, 2022
Ella O'Neill `25 prepares to spike the ball against Marian University. Grinnell won the match in four sets.

Womens’s volleyball opens season strong at home

Eleanor Corbin, Staff Writer
September 19, 2022
Voter's Guide: Poweshiek County 2022 Midterms

Voter’s Guide: Poweshiek County 2022 Midterms

Eleanor Corbin, Staff Writer
September 19, 2022
Student Government President Loyal Terry `23 will lead the new SGA Cabinet this academic year.

“Big things coming,” new SGA cabinet takes office

Eleanor Corbin, Staff Writer
September 12, 2022
Graphic by Qingshuo Du.

Op-Ed: We’re missing the point of the Amber Heard Trial

Eleanor Corbin
May 2, 2022
The proposal, which was sent to President of the College Anne Harris on February 21, requests that a new administrative supervisor for Student Government Association. Photo by Ariel Richards.

SGA submits proposal to rework relationship with College administration

Eleanor Corbin
April 10, 2022
Participants dance at visiting professor Amanda Lee's workshop on March 9. Photo by Ariel Richards.

Jewish Dance Workshop takes a spin through diasporic history

Eleanor Corbin
March 13, 2022
Confused about campus COVID-19 policies? We can help.

Confused about campus COVID-19 policies? We can help.

Eleanor Corbin
February 4, 2022
Sophia Carrol `25 dashes down the lane during the Grinnell Triangular Meet. Contributed by Ted Schultz.

Pioneers sweep Loras College swim event

Eleanor Corbin
December 2, 2021
Confused about new masking rules? You asked. We got answers.

Confused about new masking rules? You asked. We got answers.

Eleanor Corbin
November 20, 2021
After the school board election results of Nov. 2, the Grinnell College community reflects on the importance of local politics. Graphic by Shabana Gupta.

Grinnell College community reacts to the school board election results

Eleanor Corbin
November 16, 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 Needs Better STI Testing

Eleanor Corbin
November 7, 2021
Breaking: College updates COVID-19 protocols on masking and dining

Breaking: College updates COVID-19 protocols on masking and dining

Eleanor Corbin
November 4, 2021
The board of trustees met for the first time this academic year from Sept. 30 to Oct. 2. Photo by Isabel Torrence.

Board of Trustees has first meeting of 2021-2022 academic year

Eleanor Corbin
October 8, 2021
Despite limited hours, Maria's Fresh Mex always seems to have a line out the door. Photo by Isabel Torrence.

Residents line up down the block to try Maria’s Fresh Mex

Eleanor Corbin
September 23, 2021
Emmy Potter '24 was surprised by the costs she was expected to pay as a second-year Questbridge scholar. Photo by Natalia Ramirez Jimenez.

Some second-year QuestBridge scholars faced with unexpected tuition costs

Eleanor Corbin
September 11, 2021
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