Panelists and audience at Burling Lounge event

Interested in presenting about your research in progress or completed works of scholarship? The Grinnell College Libraries has openings for both the fall 2026 and spring 2027 semesters.

Faculty and staff can complete an interest form to nominate themselves or a colleague for a talk or panel discussion. View upcoming research lecture dates and topics.

  • Book Talks highlight campus authors and their recently published books.
  • Research Unbound highlights scholarship in non-book formats (e.g. journal articles, digital projects, data sets, artwork or exhibitions, etc.).
  • Research in Progress is a chance to talk about current research and works in progress.

Each of these series may include collaborative research with students, faculty, or staff.  Series events will be hosted throughout the semester in Burling Lounge, first floor, on Tuesdays at 4:15 p.m.

If you prefer another time slot or format, or have an idea for hosting a library talk diverging from these series, please get in touch!

Questions may be directed to Sharon Clayton and Micki Behounek.