Graceland Announces Drum Line for Fall 2013
Graceland University is excited to announce the addition of a drum line to the University music programs in Fall 2013.
Graceland Launches Bowling Program for Fall 2013
Graceland Launches Bowling Program for Fall 2013
Graceland Introduces Wrestling Program for Fall 2013
Graceland Introduces Wrestling Program for Fall 2013
Graceland University Football Uses the Newest Technology in Concussion Awareness
While monitoring will not eliminate brain injuries, the benefits of early identification and prevention of further injury are numerous.
GU to Host Dancers In Company April 5
The Graceland University Performing Arts Series will present Dancers In Company on Friday, April 5, 2013, at 1 and 7:30 p.m.
GU to Host OPERA Iowa March 26
The Graceland University Performing Arts Series will present OPERA Iowa in concert on Tuesday, March 26, 2013, at 7:30 p.m.
Graceland Recognized on Community Service Honor Roll
Graceland University has been named to 2013 Presidents Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for the second year in a row.
Graceland University Music Department to Host Trombone Day Workshop
The Graceland University Music Department will host Trombone Day at Graceland workshop on Saturday, March 09, 2013, from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m.
Quartetto Sonoroso Performs at GU
The Graceland University Music Department will present Quartetto Sonoroso in concert on Monday, March 4, 2013, at 7:30 p.m. The performance will take place in Graceland University Shaw Center's new
Jan Kraybill to Perform Organ Music at Graceland University
To celebrate the renovation of the Shaw Center and the re-installation of the Casavant pipe organ, the Graceland Music Department presents a free organ recital by Dr. Jan Kraybill on Friday, Feb. 15,
Graceland University Ranked Among the Top Best Online Education Programs by U.S. News & World Report
For the second year in a row, Graceland University was ranked in the top 20 Best Online Education Programs in the country by the U.S. News & World Report's annual rankings edition of the Best Online
USAF Brass in Blue to Present a Free Concert at Graceland
The United States Air Force Heartland of America Bands Brass in Blue, a pioneering symphonic brass ensemble, will present a free concert in the Shaw Center Family Auditorium at Graceland University.
Graceland University Named "A Best in the Midwest" College by The Princeton Review
Graceland University is one of the best colleges in the Midwest according to the nationally known education services company, The Princeton Review.
Graceland's Christmas at the Shaw Center
Graceland Universitys annual Christmas at the Shaw concert will take place Sunday, December 2, at 7:30 p.m. in the Shaw Family Auditorium.
Do Not Miss Celebration of Music Concert
Four great bands from Graceland University and Lamoni High School will team up Tuesday, December 4, at 7:30 p.m. for the second annual Celebration of Music Concert in the high school gymnasium.
Enactus Fall Burn Brings Professionals to Campus
Last night, professionals gathered on Gracelands Lamoni campus to talk to students about the path to success at Entrepreneurial Action Us, Enactus (formerly SIFE) annual Fall Burn.
Nutcracker and the Mouse King
The Owen/Cox Dance Group of Kansas City will present The Nutcracker and the Mouse King in a special Christmas concert on Friday, December 7, 7:30 p.m. at Graceland Universitys Shaw Center.
Graceland's Frank Perez to Conduct High School Honor Band
Graceland University Director of Bands Frank Perez will be the guest conductor of the 2013 West Central Activities Conference High School Honor Band in Earlham, Iowa, on Tuesday, November 13.
International Night 2012 Displays Talents from Around the World
Graceland students from around the world took the stage last Saturday for International Night, an annual event showcasing the talents of Gracelands diverse student body.
Vienna Boys Choir to Perform November 12 at Graceland University
The famed Vienna Boys Choir will perform for one night only on Monday, November 12, at Graceland University.
Graceland University Hosts Pride of Iowa High School Honor Choir
The Graceland University Music Department hosted the 2012 Pride of Iowa Conference Honor Choir on Tuesday, November 6.
Shaw Center Dedication and Homecoming Combine for a Magical Weekend on the Hill
Before they left Lamoni, JR and Carol Shaw said the many events of the Shaw Center Dedication over Homecoming weekend created one of the best times they have ever had.
Thousands Celebrate Another Fantastic Homecoming on the Hill
Rain clouds cleared and temperatures warmed just in time for Homecoming 2012s Curtains up on a Great Future.
Gracelanders Marvel at Lindemann, Gordon and Friends in Shaw Expansion Gala Concerts
For months, excitement built in the Graceland community for the Shaw Center Dedications two gala concerts.
Our Town Played in Our Town, for Our Town
Thornton Wilders Our Town was performed Homecoming Weekend in our town.
Jack Ergo and Friends Concert are a Perfect Match for the New Carol Hall
A large Homecoming crowd could not get enough of the wonderful concerts featuring Graceland Maestro Jack Ergo and Friends held during the weekend in Carol Hall.
Graceland Continues to Advance in U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges Rankings
Graceland is continuing to climb up the ladder in the U.S. News & World Reports Americas Best Colleges rankings.
Dont Miss a Homecoming You Will Never Forget
At 3 p.m. on Friday, October 19th, a ribbon will be cut out in front of the new Shaw Center.
Congressman Leonard Boswell Christens the New Shaw Centers Carol Hall by Revisiting his Past
owa U.S. Congressman Leonard Boswells Constitution Day speech Sept. 17th at Graceland University was the first event to take place in the brand new Shaw Centers stunning Carol Hall recital facility.
Fitz Center Ribbon Cutting Held Sunday, September 16th
The Fitzgerald family was on hand for a Gala Dedication of the Fitzgerald Fitness Center.
Alumni: Your Call to Action!
Her Sons and Daughters Carry to Others Her fame throughout the land.
Graceland RAGBRAI Pedals Across Iowa
Good news, Graceland: Team Yellowjacket survived last year
A Year of Monumental Success for Gracelands ACM Club
With a quiet computer lab, tucked inside the green walls of Resch Science and Technology Hall, Gracelands Computer Science and Information Technology program doesn't always get a lot of press.
Graceland SIFE Falls Short in Semi-Finals
The Graceland SIFE team finished 1st-runner up in their league in the National competition semi-finals Thursday.
Elementary and Middle School Students Make a Splash at Graceland University
The doors to the Graceland University pool were thrown open, music was blaring from speakers on the pool deck while parents were cheering over 72 local students from the bleachers.
A Year after Groundbreaking, the new Shaw Center is on Course for Dedication at Homecoming 2012
The buildings transformation was made possible by the largest single gift in university history from JR, a 1956 GU graduate, and Carol Shaw.
Dr. Harry Ashenhurst will speak at Gracelands 115th Commencement Convocation May 20th
Graceland University will hold its 115th Commencement Convocation at 10 a.m. on Sunday, May 20th in the Eugene and Julia Travis Closson Physical Education Center.
Campus Ministries and Facility Services Team up for Renovations to Roy A. Cheville Chapel
The area between Tess Morgan Hall and the F.M. Smith Library started out as nothing more than a bean field. Then, in 1977, the Roy A. Cheville Chapel was built.
Two Events to Honor Barbara Higdons Life and Legacy Scheduled for May 18
Two very special events to honor the life and legacy of former Graceland University President Barbara J. Higdon will be held on May 18.
Hope Speeches Emerging as Prominent Graceland Event
Graceland is known for creating lasting, homegrown events.
SIFE Advances Again to National Competition
The Graceland SIFE team was successful Monday, April 16 at their Regional Competition in Chicago, one of 11 such regional events held around the country.
New, Contemporary Programs Evolving at Graceland
Graceland has made exciting additions to its list of programs in the last few years.
Coliseum Theatre is Undergoing a Makeover to Celebrate its 100th Birthday
Graceland University and the Lamoni community have partnered to fund a series of remarkable renovations to the venerable Coliseum theatre.
Fitzgerald Fitness Center Groundbreaking Ceremonies: A New Era of Health and Fitness at Graceland
An enthusiastic crowd of Gracelanders gathered Monday, March 5, to celebrate groundbreaking for the new Fitzgerald Fitness Center.
The Graceland School of Nursing: Visionary and Evolving
Jan Rice, Graceland School of Nursing Associate Dean for Graduate Programs, knows that the health care field is always changing
World-Class Venue is set for Dedication at Homecoming 2012
Last May Graceland University President John Sellars, Community of Christ President Steve Veazey, Graceland Board of Trustees Chair Ken McClain, and donors JR and Carol Shaw, scooped the first shovels
New Wrapped Vehicles Lead Road Trip 2012
Graceland University has hit the road with a new student recruiting initiative called Road Trip 2012 that is adding a real
Barbara Higdon Succumbs to Cancer
Barbara J. McFarlane Higdon, Graceland
Thank You Gracelanders for a Tremendous Homecoming Weekend
The sun shone brightly, the wind calmed down and the temperatures were perfect for what was a glorious Homecoming Weekend in so many ways.
Most Ambitious Capital Campaign in Graceland History to be Launched Homecoming Weekend
Everyone is invited to attend a special Graceland Forever campaign kickoff ceremony Saturday at 11 a.m. as GU's 2011 Homecoming gets in full swing October 14-16, 2011.
Building A Great Forever
Building A Great Forever Graceland Forever - The Campaign for Graceland University
Graceland Advances in U.S. News & World Report Rankings
Graceland was named 1st Tier Midwest University for second consecutive year.
Construction Transforms Lamoni Campus
Construction Transforms Lamoni Campus New student apartments are now occupied; Shaw Center construction moves quickly forward.
Shaw Center Groundbreaking
Shaw Center Groundbreaking and 114th Commencement Highlight a Busy Weekend.
GU Named a Top University in the Princeton Review
Graceland Named to the Princeton Review lis, "BEST IN THE MIDWEST" featured on its site: "2012 BEST COLLEGES: REGION BY REGION"
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Irina Bassis
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Campus Writer
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Campus Writer
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