Graceland University

Graceland University, founded in 1895, creates learning communities where students develop their potential for meaningful, productive lives. Offering residential and non-residential environments, Graceland boasts more than 50 academic majors and programs and over 50 clubs and organizations. Graceland stresses the joy of lifelong learning, the rigor of intellectual discipline, and the relationship of both to a satisfying professional and personal life. A sense of community prospers throughout the world with a vibrant Graceland alumni network.

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Naomi Thomsen Selected for Stage Door Scholarship

The Graceland University Theatre Department is pleased to announce incoming freshman Naomi Thomsen as the recipient of the Stage Door Scholarship award. This is Graceland Theatre's most prestigious scholarship and comes with a $10,000 award each year for four years. Thomsen will begin her freshman year at Graceland this fall as a theatre major, but this will not be her first experience with the theatre department. Her high school does not have a theatre program, so, during her junior year, she reached out to Graceland Professor of Theatre Tracy Salter, MFA, to request the opportunity to gain audition experience and receive feedback. Salter immediately recognized her talent. Then, during her senior year, Salter invited Thomsen to audition again, and she was cast in the Graceland production of "Lighting the Way." "I'm thrilled that Naomi has chosen Graceland's Theatre Department to be her new home away from home," shared Salter. "Her motivation, professionalism and talent are serious assets to the program." This year, audiences will be able to see Thomsen in the upcoming production of "Antigone," opening Sept. 24

Scholarship - 2020 Aug 12

Graceland University Students Earn English Department Area Scholarships

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.

Scholarship - 2020 Jul 27

Graceland University Students Earn English Department Area Scholarships

Scholarship - 2019 May 6

Tabitha Reno Wins Brett Scholarship in English

In 2004, The Brett family endowment was established to support high-achieving English majors. This year, the English Department's Brett Scholarship goes to Tabitha Reno.

Scholarship - 2018 May 16

Randallynn Smith Awarded Prestigious McCullagh Scholarship in English

Randallyn Smith has been awarded the 2018-19 McCullagh Scholarship. This scholarship is awarded to an upcoming senior English major with a minimum GPA of 3.2 who has contributed to the Graceland community in the form of student leadership. In addition to Randallyn's academic achievements in English, she was selected due to the leadership she provided as the 2017-18 Chaplain President and her work with the Graceland Honors Program.

Scholarship - 2018 Apr 25