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Grinnell Students for Justice in Palestine staged a sit-in at Nollen House that began Thursday afternoon
Grinnell Students for Justice in Palestine Challenge President Harris’ Response to Israel-Hamas Conflict
Eight lawmakers signed a letter addressing their disappointment in the College administration
Iowa lawmakers reject campus invite over admin response to protest
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
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
Zach Spindler-Krage

Zach Spindler-Krage, Staff Writer

Zach Spindler-Krage is a third-year political science major and policy studies concentrator. He is from Rochester, Minnesota and has an unbelievable amount of state pride. Zach spends his time hiking, playing and listening to music, trying to submit op-eds for every class writing assignment, and wishing he was in Minnesota.

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Grinnell Students for Justice in Palestine staged a sit-in at Nollen House that began Thursday afternoon

Grinnell Students for Justice in Palestine Challenge President Harris’ Response to Israel-Hamas Conflict

Zach Spindler-Krage, Staff Writer
December 1, 2023
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

Zach Spindler-Krage, Staff Writer
November 21, 2023
Haley is polling at 16 percent, according to the October Iowa Poll, well behind Trump’s 43 percent.

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Nine camera crews were in attendance, including crews from CNN, NBC and ABC.

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Haley holds up three fingers as she discusses how the U.S. has the capacity to support Ukraine, Israel and the southern border.

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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

Zach Spindler-Krage, Staff Writer
November 20, 2023

[Video] Photo Series: 50 Grinnell College students stage ‘die-in’ to demand College response to Palestinian deaths

Zach Spindler-Krage, Staff Writer
November 12, 2023

Ex-U.S. State Department Official Josh Paul provides insider’s view on weapons transfers in first public event post-resignation

Zach Spindler-Krage, Staff Writer
November 11, 2023
Grinnell 2023 election results: Agnew secures mayoral win, Karjalahti takes Ward Four, and Grundler captures school board seat

Grinnell 2023 election results: Agnew secures mayoral win, Karjalahti takes Ward Four, and Grundler captures school board seat

Zach Spindler-Krage, Staff Writer
November 8, 2023
Grinnell College to review test-optional policy fall 2026

Grinnell College to review test-optional policy fall 2026

Zach Spindler-Krage, Staff Writer
November 6, 2023
Grinnell November Election: Mayoral Matchup, Convicted Contender, Superintendent Search

Grinnell November Election: Mayoral Matchup, Convicted Contender, Superintendent Search

Zach Spindler-Krage and Henry Horn
November 3, 2023
Hundreds of Grinnell College students organized a walkout in support of Palestine and to demand that the college cease its financial support of Israeli oppression on Wednesday.

Grinnell College students protest in support of Palestine

Zach Spindler-Krage, Staff Writer
October 25, 2023

Ramaswamy in Grinnell: Presidential hopeful sparks debate and controversy

Zach Spindler-Krage, Staff Writer
October 13, 2023
Vivek Ramaswamys campaign car was damaged Thursday after a Grinnell College student unintentionally backed into it.

Exclusive: Ramaswamy’s vehicle was parked illegally during Grinnell accident; police and driver refute misleading accounts of the incident

Zach Spindler-Krage, Staff Writer
October 6, 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
Juniper Schwartzman `27 joined the football team as a kicker. She became the first woman to play and score for the team during their Sept. 30 game against Lawrence University.

Juniper Schwartzman `27 becomes first woman to play for Grinnell football

Zach Spindler-Krage, Staff Writer
October 5, 2023
Grinnell School of Music changes location, expands access to music education

Grinnell School of Music changes location, expands access to music education

Zach Spindler-Krage, Staff Writer
October 2, 2023
From Tigers to Pioneers: Local Grinnellians reflect on their college transition

From Tigers to Pioneers: Local Grinnellians reflect on their college transition

Zach Spindler-Krage, Staff Writer
September 18, 2023
The College provided cots to help students escape the heat.

Is the College prepared for the increasing prevalence of extreme heat?

Zach Spindler-Krage, Staff Writer
September 11, 2023
Theo Prineas

Theo Prineas

Zach Spindler-Krage, Staff Writer
May 8, 2023
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

Zach Spindler-Krage, Staff Writer
May 1, 2023
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

Zach Spindler-Krage, Staff Writer
May 1, 2023
Shouldn’t student happiness be the simplest reflection of whether a college is “good” or not?

Shouldn’t student happiness be the simplest reflection of whether a college is “good” or not?

Zach Spindler-Krage, Staff Writer
April 17, 2023

“I know that children will die because of this law:” anti-trans legislation threatens Iowa

Zach Spindler-Krage, Staff Writer
April 10, 2023
Some students with dietary restrictions struggle to find options in the Dining Hall.

Meal plan price increase raises questions about Dining Hall quality

Zach Spindler-Krage, Staff Writer
March 12, 2023
Ben Shulman `26 (left) and Solomon Golden `24 (right) play frisbee.

Working Differently receives mixed feedback

Zach Spindler-Krage, Staff Writer
March 6, 2023
Office of Admissions braces for impact of predicted end of affirmative action

Office of Admissions braces for impact of predicted end of affirmative action

Zach Spindler-Krage, Staff Writer
February 27, 2023
Paul Hutchison, associate professor of education, teaches How To Learn Physics, a class cross-listed as physics and education.

Education concentration confirmed for fall 2023

Zach Spindler-Krage, Staff Writer
February 13, 2023
Chase Holdener `23 in front of his work in Smith Gallery.

“Breadth of Biology” is original, organic

Zach Spindler-Krage, Staff Writer
February 6, 2023
TEDxGrinnell set to make a return to campus life

TEDxGrinnell set to make a return to campus life

Zach Spindler-Krage, Staff Writer
February 6, 2023
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