Horizons - Fall 2018

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Class Notes

September 9, 2018

 2000's Tara Gallegos, MPA, ’05 was hired as press secretary and spokesperson for the State of California Department of Justice's Office of Attorney General Xavier Becerra August 2018.  1990's Shane Adams ’99 joined the Graceland staff as director of communications in November. Adams brings nearly...

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Remembering a Graceland Legend

September 9, 2018

Graceland and the City of Lamoni mourned the passing of a longtime supporter of the community this fall. The Honorable Leonard L. Boswell ’55 passed away Aug. 17 at the age of 84 in a Des Moines, Iowa, hospital. Boswell’s drive, commitment, passion, devotion and beaming smile will be missed.

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From the Board Chair: THE FUTURE IS NOW

September 9, 2018

Our students recognize the world faces huge challenges that call for bold, creative and sustained action.

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Homecoming 2018: COME BACK TO THE FUTURE

September 9, 2018

Homecoming is that time of year when the crisp fall air arrives, the leaves change, and Gracelanders come home and come together to celebrate and share in tradition. This year, alumni and friends came “Back to the Future” to take...

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From the President

September 9, 2018

One of the greatest joys of working in higher education is the opportunity to watch the growth of students as they are exposed to new academic lessons, new people and cultures, and new ideals.

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Introducing NEWCOM STUDENT UNION

September 9, 2018

An exciting change is coming to the Graceland University Lamoni campus. As the university continues to emphasize the idea of a student-centered environment, it is appropriate that the Memorial Student Center (MSC), a building that is so much a part of every student’s life, should receive major renovations that will greatly impact students and their Graceland experience.

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We Are We – Jaime Reyes

September 9, 2018

Meet Jaime Reyes. 

Ardent. Just. He’s using his own voice to speak up for others.

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We Are We – Sue Robb

September 9, 2018

Meet Sue Robb.

Called to serve, and grateful for the chance to give.

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We Are We – Kennedy Warner

September 9, 2018

Kennedy Warner.

Forward-thinking. Mindful. She’s “green,” and she’s creating opportunities for others to be too.

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We Are We – Lauren Carmer

September 9, 2018

Meet Lauren Carmer. Compassionate. Selfless. An inspiring volunteer with a heart of gold.   Lauren Carmer ’18 exhibits a strength in her heart that many would admire. Since she was a young child, she has given her time and her love to those who...

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We Are We – Evaristo Casimiro

September 9, 2018

Evaristo Casimiro ’19 enjoys helping people. He grew up inspired by the actions of his parents, who, through hard work and a passion for helping those they cared about, set an example that doing things for others comes back in the form of joy and love for life.

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We Are We – Meet Kayla Shaefer and Savea Hull

September 9, 2018

Meet Kayla Schaefer and Savea Hull. Compassionate. Driven. They are literally saving lives. Kayla Schaefer ’19 and Savea Hull ’19 - both seniors double majoring in biology and chemistry – are getting a jump start on their medical careers while...

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We Are We

September 8, 2018

Meet Anthony Ginger & Christian Sarabia.

Friends. Roommates. Two guys who don’t necessarily agree on everything, and that’s ok.

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A STUDENT CENTERED Graceland

September 8, 2018

Graceland’s student body is diverse. There are students who represent areas from all over the country and all over the world. They bring a wide range of curiosities and decide on many different areas of study to guide them in their future.

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