Intercultural Office

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Diana Jones, Director of the Intercultural Office

Newcom Student Union, Room 31

Phone: 641.784.5083

E-mail: dianaj@graceland.edu

  

Welcome to the Intercultural Office!

The Intercultural Office is located in the Newcom Student Union on the Mezzanine (Office 31).

Office hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm August 1 - May 31

During the summer months of June and July please contact the Student Life Office at (641) 784-5104 for assistance.


The Intercultural Office serves the international students at Graceland University-Lamoni Campus. The primary function of the office is to provide students assistance in the adjustment to life in the United States and at Graceland. The office serves as liaison between the international students and various university offices, the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) , embassies, consulates, and off-campus constituencies. Some of the services provided are:
  • Transition Class for the first semester to provide connections, support and resources
  • Advising for immigration regulations and procedures
  • General counseling
  • Email Updates
  • Maintaining student records
  • Providing Embassy and Consulate Contacts in US
  • International Club support
  • Latino Club support
  • Polynesian Club support
  • Assisting with cultural events for the campus community
  • Helping international students understand US Tax Compliance
  • 24/7 Emergency contact for international students with Director
  • Open welcoming office, centrally located on campus, to just drop by and visit

 

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