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”
Aman Kothari '28 serves the ball during a home game against Ripon College on Saturday, Apr. 19.
PHOTOS: Men’s Tennis Beats Ripon College 7-0
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
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
Aman Kothari '28 serves the ball during a home game against Ripon College on Saturday, Apr. 19.
PHOTOS: Men’s Tennis Beats Ripon College 7-0
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

The Scarlet & Black

The Scarlet & Black
Taylor Nunley

Taylor Nunley, News Editor

Taylor is a third-year Classics and English double major from Huntington, West Virginia. Her life-long goal is to ride as many forms of transportation as possible. She also seems to have an affinity for naming her cats after other animals, e.g. Squirrel and Mouse.

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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

Taylor Nunley, News Editor
April 21, 2025
Pioneer Bookshop promotes GrinnBooks program through distribution of bookmarks on April 4, 2025.

[Photo] GrinnBooks aims to provide affordable textbooks to students

Akash Roy, Staff Writer
April 14, 2025
The Poweshiek County Courthouse in Montezuma, Iowa on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024.

Pretrial conference continued for man accused of assaulting Grinnell College student

Taylor Nunley, News Editor
March 17, 2025
Threat of mass deportations, executive orders reignite student fear

Threat of mass deportations, executive orders reignite student fear

Taylor Nunley and Isaiah Moliga-Puletasi
March 2, 2025
Renfrow Hall will remain inaccessible to non-residents for at least the rest of the spring 2025 semester.

College considers permanently restricting Renfrow Hall access to only residents

Taylor Nunley, News Editor
February 23, 2025
Noah Grage was taken into custody on Nov. 8, 2024 for the alleged assault of a Grinnell College first-year student.

Man accused of assaulting Grinnell College student enters not guilty plea

Taylor Nunley, News Editor
February 23, 2025
Xavier James `25, on the track team, holds a record for the 300 yard shuttle.

Pioneers have power: students break records

Taylor Nunley, News Editor
November 24, 2024
The Poweshiek County Courthouse in Montezuma, Iowa on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024.

Man accused of assaulting Grinnell College student faces felony, released on bond

Taylor Nunley, News Editor
November 16, 2024
Kenya Taylor `28, the victim of an alleged assault at Grinnell College, poses for a portrait on Nov. 6, 2024.

Grinnell College student seeking criminal charges after being punched, called anti-gay slur on campus

Taylor Nunley, News Editor
November 9, 2024
Mid-Iowa Environmental Corporation, a Des Moines-based contracting business, finished up asbestos removal from two rooms of the Burling Library basement on Thursday, Oct. 24, 2024.

Asbestos in basement of Burling Library removed, rooms to be renovated

Taylor Nunley, News Editor
November 1, 2024
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[Photo] Admissions shifts strategies, class of 2028 over 50% students of color and international students

Cadence Chen, Staff Writer
September 22, 2024
Meghna Adhikari

Meghna Adhikari

Taylor Nunley, Community Editor
May 6, 2024
College plans to move away from Pioneer-Web

College plans to move away from Pioneer-Web

Taylor Nunley, Community Editor
April 22, 2024
"It's 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

Taylor Nunley, Community Editor
April 14, 2024
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.

[Photo] Controversial monument to replace Grinnell Veterans Memorial Building

Natalie Ng, Staff Writer
April 5, 2024
Students attend a "Back to Bargaining Rally" outside of Joe Rosenfield `25 Center on Feb. 28. Since then, Grinnell College and the UGSDW have reached a historic tentative agreement for the first comprehensive undergraduate student worker contract in U.S. history.

“Never been done before,” Student Union and College tentatively agree on contract

Taylor Nunley, Community Editor
March 25, 2024
Despite commitments to the Grinnell party scene, party houses like 1026 High Street face increasing hesitation to host amidst damage.

Party perks and perils: damage creates hosting burdens

Taylor Nunley, Community Editor
March 11, 2024
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[Photo] Speed cameras to be installed on I-80 and Iowa Highway 146 intersection

Nina Baker, Staff Writer
March 11, 2024
One year ago, a parent submitted a formal complaint on "The Glass Castle," taught in Kevin Hosbond's ninth-grade curriculum at Grinnell-Newburg High School. Despite a reconsideration committee deciding the book would stay in the curriculum with alterations, teachers report an environment of "self-censorship."

Tensions still run high one year after “The Glass Castle” challenge in Grinnell, Iowa

Taylor Nunley, Community Editor
February 26, 2024
From left: UGSDW executive board members Leo Goldman `27 (secretary), Donovan Wilcox `27, Conrad Dahm `26 (co-president) and Amika Matteson `26 during a meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 31. The Union is working to settle Unfair Labor Practice complaints filed in May 2023.

Bargaining in limbo: Union and Grinnell College file dueling complaints

Taylor Nunley, Community Editor
February 5, 2024
The campaign trail in Iowa was littered with insults and accusations among candidates, driving divisions between the campaigns. But on caucus night, the S&B spoke to a number of voters who indicated that Republican voters are much more united than they appear.

Caucus Recap: In rural Iowa, Republicans may not be as divided as they seem

Zach Spindler-Krage and Taylor Nunley
January 16, 2024
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

Evelyn Wilber and Taylor Nunley
November 21, 2023
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

Taylor Nunley, Community Editor
November 10, 2023
Grinnell College National Poll: President Biden and American democracy

Grinnell College National Poll: President Biden and American democracy

Taylor Nunley, Community Editor
November 6, 2023
Matt Hedman holding a megaphone at a Grinnell swim and dive practice. He joined the program as head coach this summer.

New swim and dive coaches look to build on team history and success

Taylor Nunley, Community Editor
October 9, 2023
Around 20 women attended the Thursday, Sept. 21 "Connecting for Women" breakfast networking event in the lounge of Grinnell College's golf course.

“Connecting for Women” event continues to promote unity among women in the workplace

Taylor Nunley, Community Editor
September 25, 2023
Jane March `24 faces off against a Central College player during the Sept. 20 game that ended in a 0-0 tie.

Women’s soccer stalemates Central College

Taylor Nunley, Community Editor
September 25, 2023
Grinnell's Fireballs (dark caps) defend against Carleton College's attack at the Heartland Division Championship in April 2023.

Championship winning water polo club encourages more newcomers to dive in

Taylor Nunley, Community Editor
September 18, 2023
Two-hundred and seventy-nine vehicles parked on the streets on downtown Grinnell on Sat., Aug. 26.

50th annual car show drives a number of people to town

Taylor Nunley, Community Editor
September 11, 2023
Morell Old

Morell Old

Taylor Nunley, Staff Writer
May 8, 2023
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.

“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.

Dari Barn, the beacon that signals the coming of spring

Taylor Nunley, Staff Writer
May 1, 2023
Mary Binzley `22 speaking to a crowd while standing up.

“The Glass Castle” in jeopardy after parent files complaint

Taylor Nunley, Staff Writer
April 21, 2023
Cameras will be installed along 10th and 8th avenues where they intersect the Grinnell College campus.

Camera installation and amnesty policy aims to address BSU demands

Taylor Nunley, Staff Writer
April 17, 2023
Jan Phifer received the Iowa STEM teacher award for her dedication to inspiring and cultivating interest in STEM.

True Grinnellian: Jan Phifer

Taylor Nunley, Staff Writer
April 10, 2023
Collective bargaining moves to mediation stage

Collective bargaining moves to mediation stage

Taylor Nunley, Staff Writer
April 9, 2023
Evelynn Coffie `24 (Left) and Bethany Willig `23 (Right)

BSU distributes mutual aid to Black students

Taylor Nunley, Staff Writer
March 12, 2023

UGSDW bargaining: March 9 bargaining update

Taylor Nunley, Staff Writer
March 12, 2023
UGSDW held an organizing meeting on Sunday, Feb. 26.

UGSDW Bargaining: March 6 bargaining update

Taylor Nunley, Staff Writer
March 6, 2023
Professor John Garrison is the first professor in the English department to be the Grinnell Lecture honored speaker.

John Garrison waxes poetic as Grinnell Lecture honored speaker

Taylor Nunley, Staff Writer
February 27, 2023
Alyssa Argent `25 (left) and Jasper Gray `24 (right) hold signs outside the JRC.

UGSDW rally calls for strike as bargaining resumes

Taylor Nunley, Staff Writer
February 27, 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.

UGSDW President calls for strike date

Taylor Nunley, Staff Writer
February 13, 2023
"River Bed" by Vian Sora. Oil on canvas, 2022.

Museum acquires four pieces by artist Vian Sora for permanent collection

Taylor Nunley, Staff Writer
February 13, 2023
Young, Gifted, and Black Gospel Choir in Herrick Chapel.

Young, Gifted, and Black Gospel Choir perseveres

Taylor Nunley, Staff Writer
February 6, 2023
In JRC 101 and beyond, students unite to support home countries in World Cup print

In JRC 101 and beyond, students unite to support home countries in World Cup print

Taylor Nunley, Staff Writer
December 5, 2022
Nancy Maly `61 was honored with an award for international students in her name. From left: Konstantinos Kambouroglou `95, Vivek Venugopal `01, Nancy Maly `61, Al Maly, Suha Gillani `16, Natz Soberares `13 and Alexander Kambouroglou `93.

International Student Award honors Nancy Schmulbach Maly `61

Taylor Nunley, Staff Writer
December 5, 2022
Republican candidates dominate Iowa Midterms

Republican candidates dominate Iowa Midterms

Taylor Nunley, Staff Writer
November 14, 2022
Moffett's novel is a murder mystery set in a fictionalized Iowan county.

Professor Emeritus Sandy Moffett releases debut novel “The Ghost of Craven Snuggs”

Taylor Nunley, Staff Writer
November 7, 2022
Saint's Rest flavor of the month is pumpkin for October and maple for November.

A Grinnell guide to fall fun

Taylor Nunley, Staff Writer
October 31, 2022
Nate Girard `23 winds up to kick in Grinnell men’s soccer’s game against Cornell College on Oct. 4. Grinnell won 4-2.

Men’s soccer maintains 3-0 winning streak in conference play with big revenge win over Cornell

Taylor Nunley, Staff Writer
October 10, 2022
"Reverent Ornament" showcases "portable arts," many of which are functional items such as glassware and rugs.

“Reverent Ornament” spans nations, centuries

Taylor Nunley, Staff Writer
October 3, 2022
Marvin Garden, located at Marvin Avenue, is just one of nine Giving Gardens located throughout Grinnell. All are open to visitors.

Grinnell Giving Gardens provide free and fresh produce

Taylor Nunley, Staff Writer
September 26, 2022
Theatre and Dance department renames to include Performance Studies

Theatre and Dance department renames to include Performance Studies

Taylor Nunley, Staff Writer
September 19, 2022
Keely Miyamoto `26 runs in the Les Duke Invitational on Saturday, Sept. 10. Miyamoto finished with the 29th-fastest time in program history, pacing the women’s team’s fourth place finish.

Miyamoto, Goodell set pace for cross country teams at historic meet

Taylor Nunley, Staff Writer
September 19, 2022

Institutional Memory: Upperclassmen Speak

Taylor Nunley, Staff Writer
September 12, 2022
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