The Center for Careers, Life, and Service (CLS) is blazing new ground in its focus on preparing Grinnellians to lead lives of meaning and purpose.
Strategy Session
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In 2015 President Raynard S. Kington presented to the community a road map for the College’s future.
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David Cook-Martín, assistant vice president for global education and senior international officer, talks about the Institute for Global Engagement.
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President Kington has renewed efforts to increase the retention of our students and implement strategies toward overall student well-being and success.
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When students create new knowledge, they are fundamentally transformed.
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Embedding philanthropy as part of the educational experience helps students connect their learning to the careers they want to pursue and the lives they want to lead.
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At first glance, this issue of The Grinnell Magazine looks very different — intentionally so.