Grinnell College Commencement

May 18, 2026
10 AM - 12 PM

Central Campus & Stage

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Congratulations to the Class of 2026! 

American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) Attorney and LGBTQ Advocate Chase Strangio ’04, DL ’18 will deliver the 2026 Grinnell College Commencement Address during ceremonies on May 18. Strangio, Holocaust survivor and humanitarian Sam Harris ’58, and high school teacher Valerie Schrag will be awarded honorary degrees during the ceremonies.

For those wanting to watch the Commencement Ceremony indoors, via livestream, can do so in the HSSC Presentation Room (HSSC S1325) or HSSC A2231 - Auditorium on 1226 Park St.

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Grinnell, IA

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