The Scarlet & Black

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Workers repair roofs after a hailstorm in May 2023.
Grinnell College reduces carbon footprint, increases climate research
Angel Arroyo `26.5 poses for a portrait in the Joe Rosenfield `25 Center.
In rural Iowa, trans people are standing strong against anti-trans legislation
Karen Edwards, dean of international student affairs at Grinnell, poses in her office in the HSSC.
International students brace for second Trump term, visa changes
Trustees approve 5.59% fee increase for upcoming year
Trustees approve 5.59% fee increase for upcoming year
Grinnell hopes to replace lead service lines
Grinnell hopes to replace lead service lines
Roxanna Coleman, 59, on November 18, 2024.
True Grinnellian: Roxanna Coleman
Angel Arroyo `26.5 poses for a portrait in the Joe Rosenfield `25 Center.
In rural Iowa, trans people are standing strong against anti-trans legislation
Capstone Behavioral Health is the designated Community Mental Health Center for Poweshiek County.
A rural Iowa county grapples with an overworked mental health care system
Dancers from Michelle’s Dance Company and Stepping Out Dance Studio perform during the open ceremony to kick off Jingle Bell Holiday.
PHOTOS: Jingle Bell Holiday 2024
Justin Jensen addresses attendee comments and concerns on November 25, 2024.
Senator Joni Ernst’s team hosts town hall
Jackie Harris `26 looks for their next hand hold on the climbing wall.
Grabbing hold of community at the climbing wall
Grinnell students learning Japanese video called with students at Shimoda Elementary school on Tuesday, November 26.
Grinnell and Tokyo Students Connect Through Takopettan
From left: President Anne Harris, their dog May, and Professor Michael Mackenzie at their home.
CRIBZ: President Anne Harris’s 1960’s dream house
Students serve food at the food bazaar.
PHOTOS: ISO Food Bazaar 2024
From left: Maddie Hartog `25 and Mira Diamond-Berman `25 pose for a photo in front of Carriage House on Nov. 19, 2024.
CRIBZ: Carriage House
Grinnell's underground art scene: "Basement Gallery"
Grinnell’s underground art scene: “Basement Gallery”
A member of Messy Mondays peeks over her chair.
Messy Mondays brings art to preschoolers
Daughter tries to protect Person after Red shoots him in the leg.
The chaos and collaboration of “Pity”
Reena Esmail smiles mid-lecture.
Reena Esmail talks “This Love Between Us”
Professor Xavier Escandell (left), Jorge Salinas (middle), and Professor Laura Ng (right) stand in front of the toe tags that represent lives lost at the border in exhibit, "Hostile Terrain 94"
Hostile Terrain 94 highlights lives lost under Prevention Through Deterrence policy
Justin Hayworth posing with his cameras in the Bear.
Behind the lens: Justin Hayworth and Ted Schultz
Yahir Dominguez follows live updates of games through a sports betting app.
Sports betting at Grinnell
Matt Kenny (11) spikes the ball past defenders during a game against Iowa State on Nov. 10, 2024.
PHOTOS: Volleyball Club finishes season with 9-9 record
Nora Lynch (11) shoots the ball.
Women’s basketball has best start in 21 years, breaks scoring records
Xavier James `25, on the track team, holds a record for the 300 yard shuttle.
Pioneers have power: students break records
Laura Kövécs poses in front of Gates Tower, clad in her burning red Grinnell merch.
Until you find home: My semester of exchange
Zev Zentner `25 poses on the bridge of the Humanities and Social Sciences Center (HSSC).
Opinion: We need to get rid of the Honor G
Keanu Masami Yamanaka `26 poses among the autumn leaves on campus.
With dignity: Navigating resources from the lens of an unhoused youth
Bella Bjorklund `26 believes in the power of a Gay Straight Alliance on Grinnell's campus.
Opinion: LGBT people need more allies: Why we should not be rejecting groups like the GSA 
Emma Kumano-Maloney `25 poses for a portrait outside Main Hall on Nov. 21, 2024.
Opinion: Question what is possible
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?
Zev Zentner `25 poses on the bridge of the Humanities and Social Sciences Center (HSSC).
Opinion: We need to get rid of the Honor G
Bella Bjorklund `26 believes in the power of a Gay Straight Alliance on Grinnell's campus.
Opinion: LGBT people need more allies: Why we should not be rejecting groups like the GSA 
Emma Kumano-Maloney `25 poses for a portrait outside Main Hall on Nov. 21, 2024.
Opinion: Question what is possible
Opinion: Come together, but go alone
Opinion: Come together, but go alone
L.F. Parker Professor of History Sarah J. Purcell poses outside of the Humanities and Social Sciences Center (HSSC) on Nov. 7, 2024.
Opinion: I thought this might be more of a contest
Renfrow Hall Tour
Renfrow Hall Tour
An inside look at Grinnell's Stew Makerspace
An inside look at Grinnell’s Stew Makerspace
"My favorite part is the students": Cheery Checkers reflect on being the face of Grinnell's Dining Hall
“My favorite part is the students”: Cheery Checkers reflect on being the face of Grinnell’s Dining Hall
Members of the class of 2024 advise their first-year selves
Members of the class of 2024 advise their first-year selves
Sandy Moffet reflects on his legacy
Sandy Moffet reflects on his legacy
Dancers from Michelle’s Dance Company and Stepping Out Dance Studio perform during the open ceremony to kick off Jingle Bell Holiday.
PHOTOS: Jingle Bell Holiday 2024
Matt Kenny (11) spikes the ball past defenders during a game against Iowa State on Nov. 10, 2024.
PHOTOS: Volleyball Club finishes season with 9-9 record
Cassidy Pak (15) dribbles the ball down the court.
PHOTOS: Grinnell Women’s Basketball Faces Off Against Buena Vista
The Young, Gifted, and Black Gospel Choir preforms at Herrick Chappel in Grinnell, Iowa on Nov. 23, 2024.
PHOTOS: Young, Gifted, and Black Gospel Choir Fall Concert
From left: Syd Weller '26, Kaycie Brookens '26, Keely Yeager '27, Regan Reedy '26, and Felix Benardo '25 preform at Showvember.
PHOTOS: Showvember 2024

The Scarlet & Black

The Scarlet & Black
All content by Ohana Sarvotham
For student workers, off-campus work can present a chance to prepare for life after college and build relationships with the community.

[Photo] Off-campus workers “pop” the Grinnell college bubble

Addie Persian, Staff Writer
April 8, 2024
A community member speaks in support of Jeannette Walls's memoir, "The Glass Castle," at the first of two meetings to reconsider the book in Grinnell-Newburg High School curriculum.

[Photo] “The Glass Castle” to remain in GHS curriculum with alterations

Taylor Nunley, Staff Writer
May 4, 2023
Customers standing in line to order at Dari Barn.

[Photo] Dari Barn, the beacon that signals the coming of spring

Taylor Nunley, Staff Writer
May 1, 2023
Ensemble members pose as a group around their instruments.

[Photo] Spotlight on Latin American Ensemble

Ashley Baek, Staff Writer
April 24, 2023
Mary Binzley `22 speaking to a crowd while standing up.

[Photo] “The Glass Castle” in jeopardy after parent files complaint

Taylor Nunley, Staff Writer
April 21, 2023
From left: Imam Kamal Hammouda, Rabbi Sarah Brammer-Shlay and Dean of Religious Life Deanna Shorb.

[Photo] Muslim-Jewish discussions boost interfaith dialogue

Oliver Palmer, Staff Writer
April 17, 2023
A new policy left some students struggling to access campus housing over break.

[Photo] Change in winter break policies leads to move-in confusion

February 6, 2023
Singers of various ages stand in the aisle of a theatre, each standing on a separate stair. They are singing and holding sheet music.

[Photo] Spotlight on Grinnell Oratorio Society

Krista Spies, Staff Writer
April 10, 2023
Steffanie Sieck (left) and Shanna Sieck (right) hosted the official grand opening on Saturday, after acquiring the Fourth Avenue storefront in May.

[Photo] Two Sisters Tea & Apothecary opens on Fourth Avenue

September 12, 2022
Steffanie Sieck (left) and Shanna Sieck (right) hosted the official grand opening on Saturday, after acquiring the Fourth Avenue storefront in May.

[Photo] Two Sisters Tea & Apothecary opens on Fourth Avenue

Molly Wilcoxson, Staff Writer
September 12, 2022
While the updates of Norris Hall are a welcome addition to the dorm, the disruption construction causes to daily life is not so welcome.

[Photo] Renovations to Norris Hall complicate dorm life

September 12, 2022
Grinnell's chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness hosted a meeting to discuss their planning for National Suicide Prevention Month.

[Photo] NAMI raises awareness for National Suicide Prevention

September 19, 2022
The Global Café, located on the north side of the Humanities and Social Studies Center, welcomed its first customers on Aug. 20.

[Photo] Global Café finally open to customers

September 19, 2022
"Paper Trails" showcases the diversity of contemporary Indian art.

[Photo] "Paper Trails" explores art in postcolonialist India

October 3, 2022
"Reverent Ornament" showcases "portable arts," many of which are functional items such as glassware and rugs.

[Photo] "Reverent Ornament" spans nations, centuries

October 3, 2022
"blur" will hold 49 performances, each for a single audience member.

[Photo] "blur" defies definition

November 10, 2022
Lori Voss (pictured above) has owned and operated Loralei's Giftshoppe since its opening in 2003.

[Photo] True Grinnellian: Lori Vos of Loralei's Giftshoppe

October 10, 2022
President of the College, Anne Harris speaks at the HSSC Dedication on Oct. 1.

[Photo] HSSC finally dedicated after 2.5 years

October 10, 2022
Nagamatsu read excerpts from his novel "How High We Go in the Dark."

[Photo] Writers@Grinnell: Sequoia Nagamatsu `04

October 28, 2022
Giovanna Romero `24 expresses gratitude for the altar as a visible space to celebrate her culture.

[Photo] Celebrating the Day of the Dead in Grinnell

Allison Moore, Editor in Chief
November 7, 2022
Kate Nakamura `26 handles the ball in the Midwest Conference Tournament. Grinnell hosted the tournament and qualified for the NCAA Division II Tournament for the first time since 2006.

[Photo] Shootout! Women's soccer wins conference title at home

November 14, 2022
Students in HUM/SST-120 Introduction to Material Culture Studies hold up their donations to Empty Bowls.

[Photo] Students lend their creativity to Empty Bowls fundraiser

November 14, 2022
Students in HUM/SST-120 Introduction to Material Culture Studies hold up their donations to Empty Bowls.

[Photo] Students lend their creativity to Empty Bowls fundraiser

Ella Labarre, Staff Writer
November 14, 2022
Disability Resources is working to make sure campus is accessible.

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

November 14, 2022
Disability Resources is working to make sure campus is accessible.

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

Eleanor Corbin, Community Editor
November 14, 2022
Cast members of "House of Desires" during a dress rehearsal.

[Photo] "House of Desires" queers 17th-century theatre

November 21, 2022
Michell's Dance Company and Stepping Out Dance Studio kicked off Jingle Bell Holiday with a performance.

[Photo] Jingle Bell Holiday brings seasonal joy to Grinnell

Cadence Chen, Staff Writer
December 5, 2022
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[Photo] SGA announces new cabinet appointees

December 5, 2022
Vonda Earnhart is the owner of Vonda's Flowers and Gifts.

[Photo] Vonda’s Flowers and Gifts makes Grinnell’s creativity bloom

Conrad Dahm, Staff Writer
March 13, 2023
Nicole Cabe `23, Spanish major and community engagement coordinator.

[Photo] Year-long Spanish course innovates MAP structure

Oliver Wolfe, Staff Writer
March 12, 2023
Some students with dietary restrictions struggle to find options in the Dining Hall.

[Photo] Meal plan price increase raises questions about Dining Hall quality

Zach Spindler-Krage, Staff Writer
March 12, 2023
Paige Olowu standing outside a South Campus residence hall.

[Photo] On the same Paige

Paige Olowu
February 6, 2023
Steve Fenske recently opened Vinyl Stop to create a musical hub in the Grinnell community.

[Photo] Vinyl Stop turns up the music

Kailee Shermak, Staff Writer
February 13, 2023
The Union of Grinnell Student Dining Workers (UGSDW) announced their new leadership board for the Spring 2023 semester. From left to right: Lu Johnston `24, Sam Hiller `25, Hannah Sweet `25, Secretary-Treasurer Con- rad Dahm `26, Kelly Banfield `24, President Lena Wiebe `25, Amani Alqaisi `25, Jules Covitz `24. Not pictured: Malcolm Galpern-Levin `24, Lyn Guinto `25.

[Photo] UGSDW President calls for strike date

Taylor Nunley, Staff Writer
February 13, 2023
Will `24 (right) visited Connor `24 (left) while he studied in France.

[Photo] Couples Speak: The first dates that started everything

Ashley Baek, Staff Writer
February 13, 2023
Jan Gloor `24, Jacob Heinrich `24 and Abigail Davison `26 work together on a tune in Jazz Ensemble.

[Photo] Spotlight on Grinnell Jazz Ensemble

Oliver Wolfe, Staff Writer
February 19, 2023
From left to right: Dylan Laurianti `23, Nick Parker `23, Will Sweek `23, Henry Gold `25 and Kenny Atlas `23.

[Photo] The many aliases of Soi Disantra

Oliver Wolfe, Staff Writer
February 27, 2023
Photo illustrating a student using the InformaCast app, which features a Campus Alert button.

[Photo] New campus safety measures fall short of addressing BSU demands

Oliver Palmer, Staff Writer
February 20, 2023
Student Government President Loyal Terry `23 will lead the new SGA Cabinet this academic year.

[Photo] “Big things coming,” new SGA cabinet takes office

Eleanor Corbin, Staff Writer
September 12, 2022
SGA announces new cabinet appointees

SGA announces new cabinet appointees

Ohana Sarvotham, Staff Photographer
December 5, 2022
After taking a year off during the COVID-19 pandemic, Grinnell continues its tradition of an annual Jingle Bell Holiday celebration downtown. Graphic by Hannah Agpoon.

Grinnell’s Jingle Bell Holiday celebration resumes

Ohana Sarvotham
November 19, 2021
Studio E offers music lessons to students of all ages, and opened their doors to the public on Nov. 6. Photo contributed by Erin Bustin.

New music school Studio E opens its doors

Ohana Sarvotham
November 17, 2021
Emma Schaefer '23 competes in the Midwest Conference championship. Contributed by Ted Schultz.

Emma Schaefer finishes third in Midwest Conference Championship

Ohana Sarvotham
November 13, 2021
The writing workshop began with Santiago Sanchez reading aloud three short pieces of fiction by queer authors, each work picked for its resonance with a specific work of art in the “Queer/Dialogue” exhibit. Photo by Elisa Carrasco Lanusse.

“How to Write a Queer Story:” Connecting art and literature with Santiago Sanchez

Ohana Sarvotham
November 4, 2021
Students Speak: What art has moved you recently?

Students Speak: What art has moved you recently?

Ohana Sarvotham
October 12, 2021
Grinnell hosted LifeServe for a blood drive in Harris Center on October 6. Photo by Alex Fontana.

Grinnell hosts LifeServe blood drive in Harris Center

Ohana Sarvotham
October 8, 2021
Grinnell hosted its first outdoor concert of the fall semester featuring Juan Wauters, a singer-songwriter from New York City. Photo by Isabel Torrence.

Juan Wauters brings live music back to the Grinnell stage

Ohana Sarvotham
October 7, 2021
Catherine Ashton

New Registrar of the College hired as large student class sizes impact registration for classes

Ohana Sarvotham
September 19, 2021
Tray with discarded leftovers and napkins being put on the dish line.

Food Recovery Network is back, facing new sustainability challenges in a COVID-19 world

Ohana Sarvotham
September 9, 2021
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