Grinnell slang

Know the slang, know the school. The following is a list of things you really need to know before coming to Grinnell. The more of these words you know, the better off you’ll be.

Beach

The area in front of a dorm (Norris “Beach” is the courtyard in front of Norris).

Fac Man

Facilities Management.

Hell Week

The week before finals, when papers and other assignments are due for most classes.

Hook Up

Generally taken to mean a one-night session full of anything from making out to, but not including, sex.

Leiny’s

Leinenkugel’s beer, a Grinnell favorite.

No love

“you have failed.”

Pit

The basement level of a residence hall.

Plancrastination

Procrastinating by checking or updating Plans.

Prospie

A prospective student.

RKO

Russel K. Osgood, the president of the college.

Sex

Southern Express.

Sketchy

Of questionable morals.

Stalker Net

The Grinnell Online Directory.