ORIENTATION Information

Prepare for a Successful Spring

Spring Semester is just around the corner!
  
This page has been designed to assist you as you prepare for a successful spring!
 
In addition, we would like you to remind you that Community Health Center of Southern Iowa no longer operates the campus clinic.  Students will continue to be served out of the Lamoni clinic location, located just 3 city blocks from our campus.
 
Please contact the Student Life Office if you have any questions or concerns.
 
Enjoy the rest of your winter break!
 

Contact Us

866.GRACELAND
Ext. 5219
Pat Hoffman
Academic Advising Specialist for Transfer Students
hoffman@graceland.edu
866.GRACELAND
Ext. 5083
Diana Jones, Disability Services Director
dianaj@graceland.edu
OR
866.GRACELAND
Ext. 5237
Follett Manager
866.GRACELAND
Ext. 5412
Diana Jones, Director of the Intercultural Office
*The Intercultural Office is closed when classes are not in session.

866.GRACELAND

Ext. 5222

Peggy Mothershead, Registrar
peggym@graceland.edu
866.GRACELAND
Ext. 5494
Brickell Dotson, Residence Life Director
bdotson@graceland.edu
Chase Wood, Administrative Assistant
cmw2@graceland.edu 

866.GRACELAND

Isaac Pressnell, Peer Mentor
pressnel@graceland.edu
Ext. 5442 
Jeff McElroy, Career Services
jwmcelro@graceland.edu
Ext. 5179 
Pat Hoffman, Special Programs
hoffman@graceland.edu
Ext. 5219 
Roger Powell, Writing Center
rlpowell@graceland.edu
Ext. 5206 
866.GRACELAND
Ext. 5230
Melinda Graham, Director of Student Activities
null@graceland.edu
866.GRACELAND
Ext. 5413
Nicole Patience
nclement@graceland.edu
OR
Ondrea Greene
ondrea2@graceland.edu 
866.GRACELAND
Sherri Brenizer, Director
Reta George, Assistant Director
ury@graceland.edu 
866.GRACELAND
Ext. x5104
Dave Schaal, Vice President for Student Life/Dean of Students

Marcia Core, Administrative Assistant
mcore@graceland.edu  

ORIENTATION Information>Welcome!

Meet Your Student Government

Please click here for information about Graceland Student Government.
Agape House President
Ben Long
bgl1@graceland.edu 
 
Amici House President
Kirstin Cummins
kmc8@graceland.edu 
 
Aponivi House President
Alyssa Rhum
alyssa4@graceland.edu 
 
Cheville House President
Brendyn Padget
brp1@graceland.edu 
 
Closson House President
Andrew Wolsey
andrew5@graceland.edu 
 
Faunce House President
Ethan Matlock
esm1@graceland.edu 
 
Hanthorne House President
Teagan Feuk
teagan1@graceland.edu 
 
Khiyah House President
Naomi Long
naomi2@graceland.edu 
 
Orion House President
Donovan Morgan
dcm5@graceland.edu 
 
Paloma House President
Sydney Taylor
sydney8@graceland.edu 
 
Powell House President
Jon Aki
jon2@graceland.edu 
Sariah House President
Nikerra Coleman
ndc3@graceland.edu 
 
Shalom House President
Mary Perkins
mtp2@graceland.edu 
 
Solah House President
Kyla Apolonio
kyla2@graceland.edu 
 
Stewart Manor House President
Kai Davis
kai2@graceland.edu 
 
Tiona House President
Carson Wright
carson2@graceland.edu
 
 

Belonging to something significant and worthwhile is a key component to satisfaction in college.  Your house council leaders will keep you informed of various ways that you can choose to become involved.  In addition, check out  Student Activities , Campus Ministries and a wide range of clubs and organizations !

Clubs and Organizations are primarily student initiated and student driven. It is very possible that if you have a special interest, there is already a club or organization devoted to that area.

YOU can start a group! Simply find a sponsor and contact the Student Activities Office to complete a charter form. The Council on Student Life meets weekly to approve charters.

Anyone interested in joining a club or organization can contact the sponsor or president of that group. Please call the Student Activities Office at 5230 click here  to obtain advisor information.

ORIENTATION Information>Welcome!

Meet Your Residence Life Staff

Residence Life Director
Brickell Dotson
641-784-5108
 
Administrative Assistant  
Chase Wood
641-784-5494
 
Area Coordinators
Graybill / Gunsolley
Kenny Newman
641-784-5383
   
Tess Morgan / Walker
Layne Nowlin
641-784-5350
  
Assistants to Area Coordinators
Gunsolley/Graybill
Landon Hampton
landon1@sting.graceland.edu 
 
Tess Morgan/Walker
Nicole Fry
naf1@sting.graceland.edu 
 
Apartment Managers    
Thomas Apartments
Lauren Macali
lcm1@sting.graceland.edu 
 
Small Apartments
Kinsey Collins
kinsey1@sting.graceland.edu 

Things You Need To Do Now

Complete your Enrollment Checklist by January 11, 2021
Please check your Enrollment Checklist periodically throughout the winter break, as new items may be added.
Student Employment forms are REQUIRED if you plan to work anywhere on campus. Each form must be completed and submitted prior to being assigned a work study position.

Please click on the following links to complete the necessary forms:
Please click here for additional information regarding student employment.
Vehicle Registration is REQUIRED if you plan to park ANYWHERE on campus.   The cost of a parking permit for the Spring semester ONLY is $25.00.  Please complete the Vehicle Registration Form if you plan to bring a vehicle to campus. You may pick up your parking permit when you get your photo taken for your University ID card upon arrival to campus.
Vehicle Registrations/Parking Permits MUST be renewed EACH ACADEMIC YEAR!!!
Please click here for additional information regarding parking regulations and a map of parking areas.
Click here to learn about who is required to purchase a meal plan.
Click here for information regarding your meal plan options. Then complete the Meal Plan Selection Form. The deadline to change your meal plan choice is 4pm Friday, January 15, 2021.
Please note: You will be assigned the same meal plan that you had last semester unless you submit another request. If you did not have a meal plan last semester, you will be assigned the 14-meal plan unless you submit a request indicating otherwise.
Please click here to complete the Emergency Contact Information Forms.
GU Alert is an emergency notification system that will send a text message to a cell phone or an email address when there is an emergency that needs to be quickly announced to campus.
Messages are sent only in the event of a crisis. Graceland encourages all employees, students and faculty to enter their cell phone number or email address to receive these notices.
To register your cell phone number, correct or change your GU Alert registration, please be sure you are logged into My Graceland and click here.
Please click here to request a quote and/or apply for College Student Property Insurance.
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When To Arrive on Campus

Residence Halls Open - 9:00 am Sunday, January 10, 2021

Classes begin on MONDAY, JANUARY 11!!

Orientation Schedule

Sunday, January 10, 2021

 

9 – 12noon - ARRIVAL AND CHECK-IN

 

10-12noon – ID CARD PHOTOS at the Student Help Desk, Newcom Student Union

 

11:00am – 1pm – BRUNCH in the Commons (IDs Required)

 

1-2pm - NON USA STUDENT MEETING in the Intercultural Office, Newcom Student Union

 

2-4pm – NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION in the Newcom Student Union, Great Room

 

4pm- CAMPUS TOUR (Peer Mentors)

 

4:30-6:30pm – EVENING MEAL in the Commons (IDs required)

ORIENTATION Information>Welcome!