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BREAKING: “The Glass Castle” to remain in GHS curriculum with alterations
BREAKING: “The Glass Castle” to remain in GHS curriculum with alterations
Students with their images blurred stand and relax on Mac Field, fading into the background in front of Gates Tower.
47% of students have considered withdrawal from Grinnell College
Bakopoulos sits in his office with his three books, Summerlong, Please Dont Come Back From the Moon, and My American Unhappiness.
Garrison, Bakopoulos to leave Grinnell College
Stephanie Jones, associate professor of education, helped bring in consultants to build the department, planned for fall 2023.
African diaspora studies department approved by College
Daisys Tale was written and self-published by Liz Hansen (left) and illustrated by Makaella Mitchell (right).
“Daisy’s Tale” raises funds for animal shelter
Customers standing in line to order at Dari Barn.
Dari Barn, the beacon that signals the coming of spring
Caroline Cassidy `25 received first place at the SPARK pitch contest for the project she designed along with the Grinnell Chamber of Commerce to allow students to use dining dollars at off-campus restaurants.
SPARK pitch contest funds three innovative community projects
After Imagine Grinnell plants the trees at the residents home, the homeowner is responsible for taking care of the tree long-term.
Imagine Grinnell keeps up reforestation plan for Grinnell
The plans for the development of Sapphire Lake are yet to be refined.
Sapphire Lake plans are underway
Mary Binzley `22 speaking to a crowd while standing up.
“The Glass Castle” in jeopardy after parent files complaint
Nadia Langley and Athena Frasca look into the bathroom mirror. Allison Moore sips from a mug while seated at her dining room table.
Cribz: Editors in Chief air their dirty laundry
The five creators perch on parked bikes outside the JRC and hold their hands up to their chests in the shape of hearts.
Pedal Grinnell opens for Spring season
Students painted rocks with members of the Mayflower Community on Saturday, April 22.
Student programming returns to Mayflower Community with weekly April events
From Scarlet & Black November 20, 2006.
History Takeover: The Grinnell College Drag Show
Six students sit around tables in a HSSC classroom.
Farm House leads discussions on anti-racist agriculture
Olivia Rikabi `26 (left) and Hayden Suarez-Davis `25 (right) bring artists to campus and orchestrate production as Concerts Coordinators.
Faces of Freesound: Olivia Rikabi `26 & Hayden Suarez-Davis `25
Visiting Assistant Professor of Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies Amanda Lee (bottom).
Grinnell Artists: Amanda Lee
The Zimbabwean Mbira Ensemble practicing in the Bucksbaum Haight Courtyard.
Spotlight on Zimbabwean Mbira Ensemble
Two gallery attendees stand looking at Kelly Banfields piece Sisterhood of the Traveling Spoons.
2023 Bachelor of Arts Exhibition
Drag Show Spring 2023: Cowboys vs. Aliens
Aquapella has been preparing weekly for their upcoming show, “Aquapella’s Britney Spears Show.”
Aquapella is ready to sync and swim
Osel Tshering `25 (right) dribbles past Garikai Gijima `26 (left) during one of International Soccer Club’s scrimmages.
ISC brings recreational soccer to Grinnell
Emma Nelson `23, outfielder, bats against Coe College on April 24.
Softball matches nationally ranked Coe College in doubleheader
Three students stand smiling with arms crossed in front of a glass wall.
QAA is queer and here to stay
Kevin Qiu lunges forward with his racket while Andrew Park waits behind him poised to receive the next volley.
Badminton Club rallies with tournament
Luke standing to the left of a football scoreboard.
Tackling mental health’s greatest opponent
Graphic by Cornelia Di Gioia.
Sage & Blunt: Ex on Eggshells
Oh Deer Volume #10
Oh Deer Volume #10
Bertie the Frog: Volume #7
Bertie the Frog: Volume #7
Beauty of Nature: Blue Jay
Beauty of Nature: Blue Jay
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
Letter to the Editor: The climate crisis
Letter to the Editor: The climate crisis
Letter to the Editor: SGA’s BLM Solidarity Statement an example of overzealous elevation of identity
Letter to the Editor: SGA’s BLM Solidarity Statement an example of overzealous elevation of identity
Oh Deer Volume #10
Oh Deer Volume #10
Bertie the Frog: Volume #7
Bertie the Frog: Volume #7
Beauty of Nature: Blue Jay
Beauty of Nature: Blue Jay
Bertie the Frog: Volume #6
Bertie the Frog: Volume #6
Beauty of Nature: Alstroemeria Daffodil
Beauty of Nature: Alstroemeria Daffodil
The signs on Valentine’s Day
The signs on Valentine’s Day
Horoscopes: What should your goal be this semester?
Horoscopes: What should your goal be this semester?
Horoscopes: Each sign as a holiday Hallmark movie trope
Horoscopes: Each sign as a holiday Hallmark movie trope
Horoscopes: Each sign as a holiday Hallmark movie trope
Horoscopes: Each sign as a holiday Hallmark movie trope
Thanksgiving Break Adventures for Each Sign
Thanksgiving Break Adventures for Each Sign
Grinnell seniors advise their first-year selves
Episode 8: Ending on a high note with The Grinnellian
Cribz: Grinnell House
Grinnell Bucket Lists
Episode 7: 24 Hours of Improv

The Scarlet & Black

The Scarlet & Black
Eleanor Corbin

Eleanor Corbin, Features Editor

Eleanor is a Political Science major who foolishly decided to also get a concentration in Statistics. Like a crow, she can be befriended if offered a shiny object or her favorite food (cherry twizzler bites). Also in her rriot grrrl era, Eleanor is a firm activist working to promote women's health and safety. Ask her about her cat (her name is Bly).

All content by Eleanor Corbin
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

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 ONeill `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
Voters 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 Lees 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

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, Marias 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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