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Three-hundred and seventy eight students enrolled in studio art classes for the 2024-25 academic year, the highest number in five years.
Highest number of students enroll in studio art classes in five years
Loose Hall is set to open in the fall 2025 semester after undergoing extensive renovations.
Loose Hall to open fall 2025 semester after renovations
Twenty-one percent excise tax threatens Grinnell College's large endowment
Twenty-one percent excise tax threatens Grinnell College’s large endowment
Students and faculty watch Professor David Harrison speak about the importance of defending science in Kington Plaza on Friday, Mar. 7.
Students and faculty protest federal funding cuts to science research
The Poweshiek County Courthouse in Montezuma, Iowa on Friday, Nov. 15, 2024.
Pretrial conference continued for man accused of assaulting Grinnell College student
Immigrant Allies of Marshalltown expands support network
Immigrant Allies of Marshalltown expands support network
Community members gather to share resources and support for LGBTQ+ individuals on Friday, Mar. 6.
Third Fridays, Third Space affirms queer community
Exterior of Davis Elementary School, built in 1917.
Grinnell-Newburg passes historic levy for new elementary school
A voting sign sits outside Elks Lodge polling station in Grinnell, Iowa on Nov. 5, 2024.
Voter intimidation at the ballot box, says Grinnell College professor
2025 Annual Celebration awards made by Grinnell student Evie Redding '25 at the STEW Makerspace.
Grinnell Chamber of Commerce celebrates 2025 business award recipients
Members of Gateway gather in groups to discuss chapters of the Bible at their club meeting on Tuesday, March 11.
Gateway Bible study paves the way towards community
From left: Aaron Boeller (German Language Assistant), Katya Lackey `27 and Jane Hoffman `25 make Kaiserschmarrn.
Grinnell language houses host first progressive dinner
Members of the Union of Grinnell Student Dining Workers hold up signs during a "Back to Bargaining" rally on Feb. 28, 2024.
History takeover: Disorientation preserves institutional memory
One of the two first place teams accepts their award. From left: Stephany Ronquillo-Contreras `28, Kayla Nguyen `28 and Italy Perez `28.
Paso Adelante and Kiddie secure funding at InnovateGC pitch competition
From left: Jules Wood `25 and Adam Figueras `25 hold a disco ball in their Renfrow apartment.
CRIBZ: Renfrow Hall’s sweet suite
Students celebrate as I'm Still Here wins the Oscar for best international feature film at BRASA watch party.
BRASA hosts Oscars watch party, celebrates historic win
Three-hundred and seventy eight students enrolled in studio art classes for the 2024-25 academic year, the highest number in five years.
Highest number of students enroll in studio art classes in five years
Redding's multi-media sculpture.
Evie Redding `25 brings dark whimsy to Smith Gallery
Jadyn Al-Fatah `27 plays an instrument during the Grinnell Singers tour at Pilgrim Lutheran Church, Chicago on Tuesday, Mar. 11.
Grinnell Singers on Midwest tour
Ray Young Bear reads from "Manifestation Wolverine."
Conversations in the humanities: Ray Young Bear `76
Contributed by Carolyn Pierce. Following her injury, student-athlete Carolyn Pierce `27 was on crutches after a basketball game at Central College.
Athletes speak: injury recovery challenges
Luke Thompson, assistant of facilities and equipment, organizes baseball jerseys in the Cage.
The Cage staff, the heart of the Bear
Grinnell Men's Basketball wave to fans after their NCAA D-III Tournament Game against UW-Platteville on Friday, Mar. 7.
Not with a whimper: Grinnell fights back to end historic season
Captain of the club volleyball team, Matthew Kenzinger '27, waiting to serve.
PHOTOS: Grinnell Volleyball Club NCVF Tournament at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Natasha Zettler '27 prepares to dive into the pool for her 400-yard Individual Medley Final.
PHOTOS: Grinnell’s swimming and diving team at the Midwest Conference Championships
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
Peter Versh `25 poses with the "Welcome" sign by the entrance of the dining hall.
Opinion: We need to treat our D-Hall workers better
Sage & Blunt: Rural Romantic
Sage & Blunt: Rural Romantic
Ryan Solomon, Director of Civic Education and Innovation at the College, poses for a photo in the Center for Careers, Life and Service.
Opinion: Make your voice heard through local elections
Hamilton Peacock `25 pushed open the doors of the Humanities and Social Studies Center (HSSC) himself to pose for a photo in Kington Plaza.
Opinion: Your life should be harder
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: 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
Peter Versh `25 poses with the "Welcome" sign by the entrance of the dining hall.
Opinion: We need to treat our D-Hall workers better
Ryan Solomon, Director of Civic Education and Innovation at the College, poses for a photo in the Center for Careers, Life and Service.
Opinion: Make your voice heard through local elections
Hamilton Peacock `25 pushed open the doors of the Humanities and Social Studies Center (HSSC) himself to pose for a photo in Kington Plaza.
Opinion: Your life should be harder
Chikako Inoue `26 poses with a stuffed toy in the Stonewall Resource Center.
Opinion: The beauty of black cats
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
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
Photo Series: Student Athletes as Leaders of Social Change Hosts Fruit with the Faculty Event
PHOTOS: Butcher Brown Performs in Herrick Chapel
Captain of the club volleyball team, Matthew Kenzinger '27, waiting to serve.
PHOTOS: Grinnell Volleyball Club NCVF Tournament at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Natasha Zettler '27 prepares to dive into the pool for her 400-yard Individual Medley Final.
PHOTOS: Grinnell’s swimming and diving team at the Midwest Conference Championships
Ethan Crawford '25 carefully pulls up the walls to create a bowl.
PHOTOS: Students make clay bowls at the Student Ceramics Studio

The Scarlet & Black

The Scarlet & Black
Thai Theodoro

Thai Theodoro, Staff Writer

Thai is a second-year Political Science and Sociology double major with a concentration in Latin American Studies. Originally from Brazil, she loves making Brazilian desserts whenever she gets the chance. She’s also proud of her Calico Critter collection and ever-growing stack of DVDs.

All content by Thai Theodoro
Exterior of Davis Elementary School, built in 1917.

Grinnell-Newburg passes historic levy for new elementary school

Thai Theodoro, Staff Writer
March 29, 2025
A voting sign sits outside Elks Lodge polling station in Grinnell, Iowa on Nov. 5, 2024.

Voter intimidation at the ballot box, says Grinnell College professor

Thai Theodoro, Staff Writer
March 29, 2025
Katie Babb `25.5 casts her vote at Elks Lodge on Tuesday, Mar. 4th.

Poweshiek County vote tally shows landslide win for tax levy

Thai Theodoro, Staff Writer
March 9, 2025
Boxes ready for transportation inside the patio of the McMurray House.

Local history is on the move: Historical Museum prepares to relocate

Thai Theodoro, Staff Writer
March 5, 2025
Protesters march down the streets of Grinnell, some holding Progress Pride Flags, on Thursday, Feb. 27.

Gov. Reynolds signs HF583 into law, making Iowa the first state to repeal trans civil rights

Thai Theodoro, Staff Writer
March 1, 2025
Crowd of people gather in Grinnell's Central Park protesting against House File 583 (HF583).

Over 100 rally in Grinnell against bill threatening civil rights for trans Iowans

Thai Theodoro, Staff Writer
February 28, 2025
Area of land in Ahrens Park donated by the Ahrens Park Foundation to build new elementary school in Grinnell Iowa on Thursday, Feb. 20.

Grinnell residents to vote on tax levy to build new elementary school

Thai Theodoro, Staff Writer
February 23, 2025
Grinnell College plans to retain DEI under threats of federal funding loss

Grinnell College plans to retain DEI under threats of federal funding loss

Thai Theodoro, Staff Writer
February 23, 2025
Grinnell College to keep need-blind admission, drops three-year review policy

Grinnell College to keep need-blind admission, drops three-year review policy

Thai Theodoro, Staff Writer
February 17, 2025
Exterior of Davis Elementary School, built in 1917.

As century-old Davis Elementary closes, vote decides fate of new school

Thai Theodoro, Staff Writer
February 15, 2025
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

Thai Theodoro, Staff Writer
December 9, 2024
From left: President Anne Harris, their dog May, and Professor Michael Mackenzie at their home.

CRIBZ: President Anne Harris’s 1960’s dream house

Thai Theodoro, Staff Writer
December 9, 2024
College says financial aid to remain stable if Department of Education dismantled

College says financial aid to remain stable if Department of Education dismantled

Thai Theodoro, Staff Writer
December 9, 2024
From belonging to burnout: The generational struggles of Grinnell College students

From belonging to burnout: The generational struggles of Grinnell College students

Thai Theodoro, Staff Writer
November 24, 2024
Grinnell College Campus Safety were on the scene during an alleged assault of a student at a on-campus party.

Campus Safety on scene during alleged assault, lack most police powers

Thai Theodoro, Staff Writer
November 23, 2024
Jim White smiles warmly in front of a Christmas tree in downtown Grinnell.

Jim White’s legacy of kindness rings bright this Jingle Bell Holiday

Thai Theodoro, Staff Writer
November 21, 2024
Dr. John Thabiti Willis, the incoming inaugural Kesho Scott Endowed Chair in African Diaspora Studies.

Dr. John Thabiti Willis announced as inaugural Kesho Scott Endowed Chair in African Diaspora Studies

Thai Theodoro, Staff Writer
November 14, 2024
A sign directing students to the Free Store.

Student Environmental Committee opens Free Store in Main Hall

Thai Theodoro, Staff Writer
November 11, 2024
Jack Broadmoore, 20, receives an "I Voted" sticker after casting his ballot at Elks Lodge in Grinnell, Iowa on Nov. 5, 2024.

Iowans pass amendment barring non-citizen voting amid challenged ballots, lawsuit and anti-immigrant rhetoric

Thai Theodoro, Staff Writer
November 10, 2024
A voting sign sits outside Elks Lodge polling station in Grinnell, Iowa on Nov. 5, 2024.

Jacki Bolen wins Poweshiek County Supervisor

Thai Theodoro, Staff Writer
November 5, 2024
Two years after students had racial slurs yelled at them and racist vandalism was found on campus, the Black Student Union (BSU) says racism still persists. The College has implemented a number of BSU's list of demands following the incidents.

Two years after racist vandalism, College adopts anti-racist measures as BSU says racism persists

Thai Theodoro, Staff Writer
November 4, 2024
From left: S&B Reporter Thai Theodoro poses with Kim Herzberg at Saints Rest Coffee House.

College memories: Tales from Grinnell residents

Thai Theodoro, Staff Writer
November 4, 2024
Students struggle to find campus jobs despite largest employment budget in College history

Students struggle to find campus jobs despite largest employment budget in College history

Thai Theodoro, Staff Writer
October 13, 2024
Varying preseasons pose challenges

Varying preseasons pose challenges

Thai Theodoro, Staff Writer
October 6, 2024
95 Bulls rocks out in Gardner on Sept. 27, 2024.

95 Bulls’ Fever Dream in Gardner

Thai Theodoro
October 6, 2024
Starting in the 2025-26 academic year, third-years will no longer be allowed to live off campus. In an email sent to all students, Residence Life pointed to the over 100 new housing spaces in Renfrow Hall and Loose Hall as a reason for the change.

Third years required to live on campus starting next year

Thai Theodoro, Staff Writer
September 29, 2024
Increasing job demands take community advisors by surprise

Increasing job demands take community advisors by surprise

Thai Theodoro, Staff Writer
September 22, 2024
Some students said they do not feel the rising costs at Spencer Grill and Global Café reflect improved quality.

Price increases at Spencer Grill and Global Café alarm students

Thai Theodoro, Staff Writer
September 15, 2024
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