Extraordinary journeys begin in unexpected places.
Read more about the extraordinary places these students experienced through their Grinnell College journeys.
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Alex wanted to challenge himself in a welcoming environment. With advisers, teammates, funding, and clubs, he was able to do just that!
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Nam Do is from Hanoi, Vietnam, a city of over 8 million people. He wanted a big change — a small liberal arts college in a rural setting.
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Mykenzie was very drawn to Grinnell for the academics. But when she visited and saw the community, that’s when she knew she wanted to be at Grinnell.
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Ben wanted to be sure he wouldn’t be sacrificing his love of music by coming to Grinnell. Now, he says he’s never been so musically fulfilled.
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Maddie was looking for a college with an inclusive, diverse student body where people support each other. Grinnell had what she wanted and more.
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Hannah wanted a small community where she could know her professors and classmates well. The Grinnell community offered that and more.
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For Sara, Grinnell rose to the top because of the people she met here, especially current students. It felt like a community where she could belong.
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Alyson grew up in San Francisco and wanted something different for her college experience. With its academic rigor and research opportunities, Grinnell was it.
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Tori was amazed by how many doors Grinnell opened for her: international internships, study, and research abroad — and a new career path!
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Maria grew very familiar with most, if not all, parts of campus. She received abundant support from her professors, staff members, swim and dive teammates, classmates, and friends.
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Using her internships, off-campus research, independent major, and connections with advisers and alumni, Eleanor specialized in a newfound passion.
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Kalea craved individualized attention, flexibility, and community. Through the tennis team, graduate-level research, and off-campus study in France, she found all that and more!
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Sophia was enamored with Grinnell's off-campus study options, competitive swim program, and environment. She was able to be herself at Grinnell.