Graceland University

09/08/2026

Meet the House Presidents of the Aponivi & Closson House pairing! 🪽🛡️

Caitlyn Valero
Junior / Accounting / Aponivi House President
“Aponivi builds relationships through house meetings that introduce them to the house culture, as well as helping students succeed. This ultimately helps our residents grow and become part of a community, as well as teaching them independence and individuality.”

Ross Stephens
Senior / Agriculture Business and Business Management / Closson House President
“My favorite thing about Closson is that you can't walk down the hallway without seeing open doors and guys socializing.”

09/07/2026

Our fashion police took a trip around campus last week...👀🚓👕

09/06/2026

What do the hand signs mean on campus? 👋🏘️
Hear from our House Presidents as they share the stories and traditions behind their house signs.

Curious about the house system? Learn more here: 🔗 https://www.graceland.edu/student-life/house-social-system/

09/05/2026

We really didn’t need a reason to wear blue and gold, but I guess we have one. 💙💛

09/04/2026

Homecoming is right around the corner! Will we see you there? 👀
Check out the Homecoming schedule here: 🔗 https://www.graceland.edu/alumni/events/homecoming/

09/03/2026

Meet the House Presidents of the Amici & Powell house pairing! 👥🐦‍🔥
Each year, brother-sister houses are grouped to participate in various activities throughout the year.

Kariana Hernandez Cruz
Junior / Biology and Criminal Justice / Amici’s House President.
"I think the housing system is so special because it helps people be who they are and find their group, their family away from home. Specially for the international students that we have here on Campus, including myself."

Jake Bautista
Junior / Finance, Business Management, & Transformational Leadership / Powell’s House President.
"The thing I love most about Graceland is its small-town atmosphere and strong sense of community. It’s a place where everyone knows each other, making it easy to build meaningful connections and feel like you belong. I love how Graceland encourages you to get involved, especially through the House System, and become part of something bigger than yourself."

09/02/2026

Looking to connect with talented Graceland students?

The Career and Internship Fair allows employers to meet students, share career opportunities, and build connections and mentorships. Reach out to Deborah Dinsmore at [email protected] for more information about attending to meet students.

🗓️ September 9
🕙 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
📍 Shaw Center
👕 Smart Casual Attire

All students are encouraged to attend; juniors and seniors should bring copies of their resumes!

09/02/2026

Graceland University mourns the loss of Professor Emerita Dr. Phyllis O’Daniels, who passed on Sept. 1, 2026.

A 1965 graduate of Graceland College, O’Daniels remained dedicated to Graceland for nearly 40 years. She taught in Health and Movement Science, served as division head, led students to Honduras for 14 years through Graceland's former Winter Term, and supported athletics as the university's Faculty Athletics Representative to the NAIA.

“Phyllis had an extraordinary commitment to Graceland and to our students. She cared deeply about teaching and helping students succeed, and she brought that same commitment to her work with Graceland Athletics."
— James Geiselman, DC, Chair, Division of Science, Math, and Technology

Her commitment to students, teaching, and Graceland left a lasting impact across the university and generations of Yellowjackets. We are grateful for her decades of service and the legacy she leaves at Graceland.

Lamoni, IA – Graceland University mourns the passing of Professor Emerita Dr. Phyllis O’Daniels, who died Sept. 1, 2026. An alumna, longtime faculty member and university leader, O’Daniels dedicated nearly...

09/01/2026

COMING SOON. 👀
There’s more to Graceland’s House System than meets the eye. Stay tuned to learn all about house signs!

08/31/2026

Starting the week with our favorite colors!