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Economics Department will match declaring majors to advisors randomly
Economics Department will match declaring majors to advisors randomly
Eric Green `85 supported efforts to prevent and de-escalate the war with Russia.
Former presidential aide reveals lead-up to Russian invasion of Ukraine
Three years of President Harris culminate in Grinnell College’s Knowledge into Action 2030 plan
Three years of President Harris culminate in Grinnell College’s ‘Knowledge into Action’ 2030 plan
Students report condescending and snarky treatment at UnityPoint
Students report “condescending and snarky” treatment at UnityPoint
College Rabbi establishes God Café
College Rabbi establishes God Café
Nikki Haley delivers remarks at a town hall in Newton on Friday, November 17.
Nikki Haley criticizes Trump’s “vermin” comment, receives surprise endorsement in Newton, Iowa
Vivek Ramaswamy revisited Grinnell on Jan. 15. to rally Republican voters ahead of the Iowa caucuses.
Smooth sailing for Ramaswamy’s Grinnell revisit, despite major prior altercations
The Poweshiek Animal League Shelter (PALS) located at 4167 20th St. recently hit full capacity.
PALS at full capacity, needing volunteers
Grinnells Railway Express Model Club members Dave Benson, Jed Peterson, Michael Thorndike and Robin Broders showing off their developing historical Grinnell railway model. Not pictured is Chris Walters.
Back on track: Grinnell’s Railway Express Model Club chugs along
We create our own Hallmark moment: Grinnell prepares for annual Jingle Bell Holiday
“We create our own Hallmark moment”: Grinnell prepares for annual Jingle Bell Holiday
From left: Editor Carter Ottele `25 manages Henry Coen `25, Elke Calhoun `25 and a team of serious B&S writers.
Meet the SPARC: Pubs office profiles
Ashley Pacheco `24
Students Speak: Negative Experiences with Registration Process
Students dish up cuisine and culture at the International Student Organizations food bazaar.
Photo series: ISO celebrates largest food bazaar in history
Under Atticus’ robust, pink exterior, Grinnellians can create visual representations of their personal bodies and spirits.
Portrait pop-up celebrates student individuality
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
Kathryn Vermeulen `24 sits in the center of Smith Gallery, her art adorning the walls behind her. She enlisted a friend to help her set up the exhibition in time.
Deep Dive: Smith Gallery, behind the scenes
From left: Yoel Hooper-Antunez `24, Dillon Rawlings `25 and Collin Thomas-Green `26 play music from the Yucatan region of Mexico.
Latin American Ensemble plays first concert in anticipation of winter tour in Mexico
On Saturday, Nov. 11, the S&B went backstage at the Queer People of Color (QPOC) fall drag show to get quotes from performers while their adrenaline was still high. This was J Lusts first ever drag performance. Photo by: Zack Walsh
Photo Series: QPOC hosts fantasy-themed fall drag show
Christine Duncan leads the Jazz Ensemble in concert on Friday, Nov. 10.
Improvisational singer Christine Duncan leaves students and attendees jazzed
Student bands take the spotlight while Grinnell Concerts faces budgetary concerns
Student bands take the spotlight while Grinnell Concerts faces budgetary concerns
Bryant Nguyen `25 dives for the ball during a volleyball club practice.
Volleyball club bumps record to 1-1 in season’s first competitions
Erin Lillis `24 breaks through two Central College defenders on her way to the basket during the Nov. 15 game the Pioneers lost 62-57.
Women’s basketball brings the energy in home opener against Central College
Caleb Hoereth `24 dribbles the ball in a game against the University of Dubuque on Sept. 5. Grinnell lost 3-0.
Men’s soccer falls short of title in unexpected MWC tournament matchup
Members of the volleyball team practicing on Wednesday Nov. 8 in preparation for their matches at the Midwest Conference tournament.
Volleyball looks for revenge in MWC tournament
A group of prospective students and their families receiving a tour of Grinnell’s campus on Oct. 27. Grinnell College spent $62,043 on athletic recruiting during the 2022-2023 academic year.
How does Grinnell recruit new athletes?
Letter to the Editor: Alumni weigh in on student protests
Letter to the Editor: Alumni weigh in on student protests
Horoscope: What your sign says about your Friendsgiving dinner role
Horoscope: What your sign says about your Friendsgiving dinner role
Krista Spies `24 poses in front of her Barbie poster with a vinyl copy of The Runaways self-titled record.
Playlist of My Life, Tattoo Tour Edition: Krista Spies `24
Chica, Freddy, Foxy and Bonnie look more menacing in this still than they ever do in the actual film.
Review: Marcy has five thoughts and they’re all about Freddy
Molly Wilcoxson `26 browses her musical library on a stroll by the Humanities and Social Sciences Center (HSSC).
Playlist of My Life: Molly Wilcoxson `26
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
Letter to the Editor: The climate crisis
Letter to the Editor: The climate crisis
Comic: The Scariest Things on Halloween in Grinnell
Comic: The Scariest Things on Halloween in Grinnell
Comic: The Feast of the Grand High Ghost to Which All are Invited
Comic: The Feast of the Grand High Ghost to Which All are Invited
Comic: The Spookiest Time of the Year at D-Hall
Comic: The Spookiest Time of the Year at D-Hall
Comic: Donut and Cone
Comic: Donut and Cone
Oh Deer Volume #10
Oh Deer Volume #10
Horoscope: What your sign says about your Friendsgiving dinner role
Horoscope: What your sign says about your Friendsgiving dinner role
Horoscope: We know you dont have a Halloween costume yet
Horoscope: We know you don’t have a Halloween costume yet
Horoscope: Whats your canine star sign?
Horoscope: What’s your canine star sign?
Horoscope: What to add to your living space based on the stars
Horoscope: What to add to your living space based on the stars
The signs on Valentine’s Day
The signs on Valentine’s Day
Josh Paul said weapons transfers give the U.S. leverage with countries.
Ex-U.S. State Department Official Josh Paul provides insider’s view on weapons transfers in first public event post-resignation
Meet your Student Government senators
Meet your Student Government senators
The walkout was part of an international day of pro-Palestine demonstrations facilitated by the Palestinian Youth Movement, an organization with over 200 college chapters in America and Canada.
Grinnell College students stage walkout in support of Palestine
Ramaswamy in Grinnell: Presidential hopeful sparks debate and controversy
Ramaswamy in Grinnell: Presidential hopeful sparks debate and controversy
First years speak on what surprised them about Grinnell
First years speak on what surprised them about Grinnell

The Scarlet & Black

The Scarlet & Black
Oliver Wolfe

Oliver Wolfe, Arts Editor

Oliver is an English and French double major from Grand Forks, North Dakota. At Grinnell, he plays guitar and sings in a student indie rock band, Spin the Clouds, and he works as a Freesound manager. He loves live music and wants to encourage the student music scene at Grinnell. He also loves playing chess, being outside in the summer, and hanging out with friends.

All content by Oliver Wolfe
Smith Gallery is named in honor of Edith Renfrow Smith `37.

[Photo] Deep Dive: Smith Gallery, behind the scenes

November 20, 2023
Rapper Saba was hosted by Grinnell Concerts on April 29, 2023.

[Photo] Student bands take the spotlight while Grinnell Concerts faces budgetary concerns

November 12, 2023
BĀDPHAYÁK during their set at the Harris.

[Photo] BĀDPHAYÁK reflects on band after Harris party

November 4, 2023
Sophie Noyes `24, Death, strikes fear into the hearts of many.

“Everybody” grapples with life and death

Oliver Wolfe, Arts Editor
October 9, 2023
From left: Spencer Poole, Daniel Stewart `26, Ari Dworkin-Cantor `24. Not pictured: Morgan Trujillo `27.

New hardcore band begins with poster

Oliver Wolfe, Arts Editor
September 11, 2023
Emmie Smith

Emmie Smith

Oliver Wolfe, Staff Writer
May 8, 2023
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

Oliver Wolfe, Staff Writer
May 1, 2023
The plans for the development of Sapphire Lake are yet to be refined.

Sapphire Lake plans are underway

Oliver Wolfe, Staff Writer
April 24, 2023
The department of anthropology used to have classes in Goodnow Hall.

Ode to the empty spaces of Grinnell College

Oliver Wolfe, Staff Writer
April 10, 2023
Five people sit staggered on three rows of benches, backs turned to the camera. They face a person wearing a mask, jeans, and a pale blue collared shirt with a darker blue cardigan over top. This person is standing, facing the camera, and appears to be reading from a book. Behind them are vertical white boards that come to a point, imitating a slatted wall inside of a church with a pointed roof, with what appears to be a round stained-glass window near the point. The ground is brown and fades to a mossy green near the left side. A seated figure, barely visible, sits far away in the shadows on the left.

Fear, faith and hope in “Arbor Falls”

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

Year-long Spanish course innovates MAP structure

Oliver Wolfe, Staff Writer
March 12, 2023
From left to right: Dylan Laurianti `23, Nick Parker `23, Will Sweek `23, Henry Gold `25 and Kenny Atlas `23.

The many aliases of Soi Disantra

Oliver Wolfe, Staff Writer
February 27, 2023
Jan Gloor `24, Jacob Heinrich `24 and Abigail Davison `26 work together on a tune in Jazz Ensemble.

Spotlight on Grinnell Jazz Ensemble

Oliver Wolfe, Staff Writer
February 19, 2023
Professor of Studio Art and Chair of American Studies Jeremy Chen.

Grinnell Artists: Jeremy Chen

Oliver Wolfe, Staff Writer
February 13, 2023
At the Grinnell Mini-Invite on Feb. 4, Theo Mott `24 (above) won the 200 Y freestyle with a time of 1:47.76.

Men’s and women’s swim and dive ready to set the water on fire at championships

Oliver Wolfe, Staff Writer
February 12, 2023
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