Coffee with the College - Where Curiosity Finds Company: Refreshing Grinnell College’s Brand

October 16, 2026
9 - 10 AM

Katherine Howell Weingart ’61 Civic Innovation Pavilion

Overview

Today’s guest speaker will be Ellen de Graffenreid, Vice President of Communications and Marketing. De Graffenreid will share how the College is refreshing its brand position and creative presentation to be more accessible and relevant to key audiences. This interactive presentation will share the process from market research through broad audience engagement to the final brand platform. Get a sneak peek of the new creative approach and learn how you will see it show up at Grinnell College.

Everyone is welcome including community members, students, faculty, and staff to foster conversations across campus and community. Light refreshments will be served. No RSVP required.

Address & Contact

Katherine Howell Weingart ’61 Civic Innovation Pavilion
1033 Broad St
Grinnell, IA

For more information, contact:

  • Donnette Ellis
  • (641) 269-3900
  • CommunityEnhance@grinnell.edu

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