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PHOTOS: QPOC hosts annual fall drag show
PHOTOS: QPOC hosts annual fall drag show
Jerome Scheuring watches election results come in at the Poweshiek County Republican Party headquarters in Grinnell, Iowa on Nov. 5, 2024.
Voters retain Justice May amid partisan push
Kay Balleau, 76, casts her ballot into the machine at Elks Lodge in Grinnell, Iowa on Nov. 5, 2024.
What went wrong with Selzer’s Iowa Poll?
QPOC drag show draws crowd amid increase of anti-LGBTQ+ bias
QPOC drag show draws crowd amid increase of anti-LGBTQ+ bias
The Poweshiek County Courthouse in Montezuma, Iowa on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024.
Man accused of assaulting Grinnell College student faces felony, released on bond
A franchised Scooter's location is scheduled to open by December at 1026 West St. in Grinnell, Iowa.
Scooter’s Coffee and Pizza Hut to open in Grinnell
Kay Balleau, 76, casts her ballot into the machine at Elks Lodge in Grinnell, Iowa on Nov. 5, 2024.
What went wrong with Selzer’s Iowa Poll?
Jerome Scheuring watches election results come in at the Poweshiek County Republican Party headquarters in Grinnell, Iowa on Nov. 5, 2024.
Local Republican reflects on grassroots politics, the Republican Party
The newly-installed dance and play arch in Central Park's inclusive playground.
Inclusive playground opens in Central Park
Students, faculty and staff gather in the Joe Rosenfield Center on Nov. 6 to discuss the results of the election.
College administration responds to election results
“Soul to Seoul” celebrates the merging of soul food and Korean cuisine
Jessica Calarco, author of "Holding It Together: How Women Became America's Safety Net," poses for a portrait after her talk at Grinnell College on Nov. 11, 2024.
Rosenfield Program hosts Jessica Calarco
A sign directing students to the Free Store.
Student Environmental Committee opens Free Store in Main Hall
Micho Adler tells spooky and silly fortunes with their crystal ball.
SRC celebrates Halloween with gay pumpkin séance
The Grinnell prairie on October 17, 2024.
College pilots organic land care on Mac Field
Regann Fishell (left) & Amy Kan stands in front of their Smith art gallery exhibit "High Horse".
Smith Gallery Exhibit: Have you seen “High Horse”?
From left: Philomena Frasca `25 laughs with Mari Hurst, 10, as they decorate a pumpkin at Grinnell Middle School on Nov. 1, 2024.
Middle School Art Club celebrates Halloween
Alexi Zentner poses for a portrait outside of Carnegie Hall in Grinnell, Iowa on Nov. 1, 2024.
Writers @ Grinnell: Alexi Zentner `97
(Left to right) Rob Neill `91, Jake Banasiewicz, Kyra Sims, Lee Lebreton and Robin Virginie participate in a play with a student at Sebring-Lewis Hall on November 1.
So many plays, such little time: New York Neo-Futurists bring ‘The Infinite Wrench’ to Grinnell
Bruna Dantas Lobato poses for a portrait in her office on Oct. 30, 2024.
Writers@Grinnell: Longing and belonging in Bruna Dantas Lobato’s debut novel, “Blue Light Hours”
The team huddles during a game against Lake Forest at Springer Field on Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024.
Men’s and women’s soccer reflect on season
Grinnell defense stop an Illinois College receiver during the senior day game against Illinois College on Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024.
Football looks ahead
The starting lineup prepares for tipoff in the season opener against Central Christian (KS) on Friday, Nov. 8, 2024.
Photo Series: Women’s basketball season begins
Eli Brotman `25 ran for the cross country team during his first two years at Grinnell.
Life after sports: Athletic departures redefine college paths
Every season, Grinnell women's soccer ties red ribbon with motivational quotes in their left cleat.
Team superstitions and traditions contribute to success
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
Director of Civic Education and Innovation Ryan Solomon poses outside the John Chrystal Center on Nov. 8, 2024.
Democracy without citizenship
Clara Bode `26 poses for a portrait in front of Lyle's Pub in the basement of the Joe Rosenfield `25 Center on Oct. 30, 2024.
Dreaming of Lyle’s: Pubmaster says to bring the quiz home
Sage & Blunt: Catholic Lesbian
Sage & Blunt: Catholic Lesbian
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?
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
Director of Civic Education and Innovation Ryan Solomon poses outside the John Chrystal Center on Nov. 8, 2024.
Democracy without citizenship
Clara Bode `26 poses for a portrait in front of Lyle's Pub in the basement of the Joe Rosenfield `25 Center on Oct. 30, 2024.
Dreaming of Lyle’s: Pubmaster says to bring the quiz home
Sara Jaljaa `26 poses for a portrait in front of the trees by Macy House on Wednesday, October 9.
Opinion: The threat of disunity: exploitation, consequences and responses
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
PHOTOS: QPOC hosts annual fall drag show
PHOTOS: QPOC hosts annual fall drag show
Grinnell Singers perform in Sebring-Lewis Hall in Grinnell, Iowa on Sunday, Nov. 10.
PHOTOS: Grinnell Singers Performance November 10
The starting lineup prepares for tipoff in the season opener against Central Christian (KS) on Friday, Nov. 8, 2024.
Photo Series: Women’s basketball season begins
Students watch the election results in the HSSC on Nov. 5, 2024.
PHOTOS: Students watch election results roll in
Joe Chanis '27 (right) prepares to wrestle an opponent.
PHOTOS: 10/10 Wrestling

The Scarlet & Black

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Claire Giannosa

Claire Giannosa, Staff Writer

Claire Giannosa is a second-year from New York City studying English and Anthropology at Grinnell. In her free time, she loves reading and writing fantasy books and going on sunset walks with friends. Besides studying, leading Creative Writing Club, and S&B work she can usually be found on Mac Field playing ultimate frisbee.

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Evelyn Dziekan `24.

Evelyn Dziekan

Claire Giannosa, Staff Writer
May 6, 2024
Aiyana Rockwell `24.

Aiyana Rockwell

Claire Giannosa, Staff Writer
May 6, 2024
Grinnell College’s annual Titular Head (TitHead) student film festival has been a longstanding tradition, serving as a cinematic celebration of Grinnell culture.

History Takeover: A TitHead Tale

Claire Giannosa, Staff writer
April 27, 2024
After the Lingerie Gardner party hosted in Main Hall by Birding Club on April 13, the laundry room was left with severe damage.

Gardner party leaves Main Hall vandalized

Claire Giannosa, Staff Writer
April 20, 2024
Irene Agusti `24.5 returns the ball during Grinnell women's tennis' March 2 game against Morningside University. The Pioneers won the face-off 5-4.

Nationally-ranked women’s tennis sets the stage for NCAA appearance

Claire Giannosa, Staff Writer
April 13, 2024
Grinnell's annual Die League has kicked off with biz-ness as usual as teams compete for one of eight playoff spots.

It’s do or die as Die League season rockets ahead

Claire Giannosa, Staff Writer
March 11, 2024
Michelle Trujillo answers questions from film students during the Q&A portion after screenings of her short films.

Experimental filmmaker Michelle Trujillo talks cultural borderlands

Claire Giannosa, Staff Writer
March 4, 2024
Grinnellians chime in on Fire Alarm Frenzy

Grinnellians chime in on Fire Alarm Frenzy

Claire Giannosa, Staff writer
February 23, 2024
From left: Lucas Willett `26 and Karch Knoll `25 chest bump during their doubles match against Iowa Central Community College. They won their match 8-6, and the Pioneers won the matchup 5-4.

Men’s tennis opens season strong with key wins after first ever national ranking

Claire Giannosa, Staff Writer
February 12, 2024
Johanna Meehan passed away on Jan. 8, 2024. Meehan had taught in the philosophy department at Grinnell College since 1990.

Remembering Professor Johanna Meehan

Claire Giannosa, Staff Writer
February 2, 2024
Sexual Health Information Center will no longer distribute sex toys to students for free.

SHIC “shifts away from sensuality and exploration” after restructuring

Claire Giannosa, Staff Writer
December 4, 2023
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

Claire Giannosa, Staff Writer
November 17, 2023
Students report "condescending and snarky" treatment at UnityPoint

Students report “condescending and snarky” treatment at UnityPoint

Claire Giannosa, Staff Writer
November 13, 2023
Želimir Žilnik addresses the audience at the Monday, Oct. 23 screening of a selection of his films.

Želimir Žilnik talks Yugoslavia and capturing lives through short film

Claire Giannosa, Staff Writer
November 9, 2023

Oh, deer: Local critter rampages through Bikes to You in downtown Grinnell

Claire Giannosa, Staff Writer
October 27, 2023
Hall of Science prior to its career as Noyce Science Center.

History Takeover: The a-maze-ing lab-yrinth of Noyce

Claire Giannosa, Staff Writer
October 9, 2023
Students 21 or older are now able to drink in their room and in public spaces that are not designated as substance-free.

Student handbook updated: Changes in Academic Honesty Policy, alcohol policy

Claire Giannosa, Staff Writer
October 2, 2023
Grinnell football playing against Ripon College on Sept. 9.

Football brings home first win of the season

Claire Giannosa, Staff Writer
September 24, 2023
Sharaya Diamond performed for professor Rivera’s tutorial class.

Covered in Melanin: Tutorial on Drag Excellence

Claire Giannosa, Staff Writer
September 18, 2023
Athletes on the football team were provided with extra water during breaks and shortened practices as their coaches accounted for temperatures over 100 degrees Fahrenheit.

Athletes beat the heat

Claire Giannosa, Staff Writer
September 11, 2023
Sam Reid

Sam Reid

Claire Giannosa, Staff Writer
May 8, 2023
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

Claire Giannosa, Staff Writer
May 1, 2023

Ekta Shaikh `24 and Emma Schaefer `23 awarded travel fellowship

Claire Giannosa, Staff Writer
April 17, 2023
Sunna Butler `22 (left) and Sunny North `23 (right) sit at a table with an assortment of craft materials.

Students create center to celebrate disability culture

Claire Giannosa, Staff Writer
April 10, 2023
From left: Zoe Nechin `25, Theo Deitz-Green `23, Rabbi Sarah Brammer-Shlay, and Livia Stein Freitas `25 perform a spiel.

Celebration and resilience in the month of joy: Purim at Grinnell

Claire Giannosa, Staff Writer
March 12, 2023
Aubrie Torhorst `23 stands between her pieces "A Body Touched" (left) and "One Needs to be Embraced" (right).

“Autonomy” at Smith Gallery explores intersection of medicine and identity

Claire Giannosa, Staff Writer
March 6, 2023
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February 27, 2023
The sign announcing "Artist Salon" at Stewart Gallery alongside two pieces by Henry Loomis `26.

Storytelling, creativity and community on display at Stewart Gallery

Claire Giannosa, Staff Writer
February 13, 2023
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