Joel Shrock, PhD

President

BA, History, Ball State University
MA, History, Ball State University
PhD, U.S. History, Miami University

Higdon Administration Building

Dr. Shrock comes to Graceland with more than 27 years of experience in higher education, most recently as the provost at Anderson University.

Shrock received both his bachelor’s and master’s degree in history from Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana, going on to complete is PhD in U.S. History from Miami University (Ohio). Over nearly three decades, he has held leadership and academic roles at a variety of prestigious institutions, including Ball State, Miami (Ohio), and Anderson.

Graceland University promotes knowledge and understanding, the interconnectedness of humanity, and broad-mindedness. It asks us, 'What do we owe our neighbors? How can we support each other?'

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