Student Ambassadors at Graceland are an extension of the admissions team. They hold a high level of responsibility and leadership as they represent Graceland to campus visitors. They are responsible for giving campus tours, answering questions during large-group student panels and hosting visiting students from out of town. Through this experience, Graceland University student ambassadors learn valuable leadership and interpersonal skills that will assist them throughout the college experience and beyond.

Each spring, Graceland University honors the student-athletes who have stood out throughout the year at the annual Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) Banquet. Student-athletes are nominated by their respective coaches and then voted on by all the coaches in Graceland's athletics department.

Graduates from around the country and around the world earned undergraduate and graduate degrees from Graceland University in a ceremony celebrated April 28, 2019, in Lamoni, Iowa. We congratulate all graduates on their accomplishments and offer our best wishes for success in the future!

Graceland University Peer Mentors participated in mentoring first-year students during the 2018-19 academic year. Peer mentors completed a training program before the year began in order to provided essential support and leadership to the Graceland University incoming class through intentional outreach. They led class lab sessions and provided a wide range of support both in and out of the classroom.

The Graceland University chapter of Sigma Tau Delta, the international English honor society, inducted four new members April 23. Graceland's chapter - the Alpha Phi Upsilon chapter - was founded in 2017, and these four new members are part of the second class of inductees. Sigma Tau Delta was founded in 1924 to confer distinction for high achievement in English language, literature and writing; and to foster literacy and all aspects of the discipline of English. With over 850 chapters across the U.S. and abroad, Sigma Tau Delta is the most active honors organization in the field and one of the largest members of the Association of College Honor Societies. Candidates for Sigma Tau Delta must have a strong interest in the study of English, an overall grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, and at least 12 credits (semester hours) in English with an average of at least a 3.0 GPA or better.

Students in the English department at Graceland University have been recognized for their achievements and contribution to the department, and have been rewarded with scholarships for their respective talents.

Meredith Salois was recognized by the History/Political Science Department with its Area Award in International Studies at a special ceremony April 8, 2019. The department houses and administers the major in International Studies. In the Fall 2017 semester, Meredith was a full-time student at Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland, in partial fulfilment of the study abroad requirement of this major. Meredith is graduating this semester with majors in international studies and English, along with minors in history, communication, political science and peace studies.

The honor roll lists for Graceland University's 2019 spring term have been announced. Students with a perfect 4.0 grade point average are named to the president's list. Graceland commends the students who have devoted their efforts and talents to their academic success!

Graceland University students were named as award winners in the Department of Art Annual 2019 Juried Student Art Exhibition. The Graceland juried exhibition consists of artwork submitted by students in designated categories. It is judged by an individual or panel, according to certain measures. Graceland students entered works in one of three categories: two dimensional art, sculpture and graphic design.

Graceland University students presented at the Iowa Academy of Science 131st annual meeting held Saturday, April 27, at the University of Northern Iowa in Cedar Falls, Iowa. The Iowa Academy of Science promotes science research, science education, the public understanding of science and recognizes excellence in these endeavors.

Jake Crozier was selected as the Graceland University representative for the Iowa Corn Collegiate Advisory Team. The Iowa Corn Collegiate Advisory Team assists the Iowa Corn Growers Association and the Iowa Corn Promotion Board in developing programs that target and enhance Iowa Corn's relationship with those individuals who are pursuing careers in agricultural production and allied industries.

Graceland University students have been elected by their peers to the 2018-19 House Council. Graceland offers the integration of student government and residence life, allowing student leaders to impact the entire campus community. Students elected as house council leaders become the members and decision makers in the student government organizations. Learn more about the "House" system and other leadership opportunities at Graceland University HERE.

Students who complete an internship partner with a faculty member and employer to augment in-class learning with on-the-job training. Students gain critical thinking, communication and professional skills while completing a minimum of 120 hours working in their chosen industry.

The following students have been admitted to Graceland University for the 2016 fall semester.

Clubs and organizations are primarily student initiated and student-driven at Graceland University and offer students the opportunity to get involved and gain college and professional experience outside the classroom. International Club offers students support and opportunities to share their cultures with the campus through events such as International Orientation, International Picnic, Coffee & Tea Talks, International Night, World Fair, Cultural Celebration and various other activities.

Graceland University students take part in the opportunity to travel abroad during the three-week winter term session and gain valuable experiences, broaden their understandings and build relationships as part of their "Graceland Experience."