Graceland University

10/16/2026

Today, we are celebrating National Sports Day with a look back over the years. Check out recent photos from athletic events through the link below!
🔗: https://www.flickr.com/photos/gracelanduniversity/albums

10/15/2026

Heard some legends would be on campus, so of course, we had to get their autographs! 👀✍️

Thank you to our awesome alumni who participated in this video!
⭐ Alex Carr, MBA '15
⭐ Melissa Sherer, MBA '18
⭐ Zack Ferrara '18
⭐ Ric Hetrick '74
⭐ Jeff Martin '85
⭐ Doug Roberts, MA '01

10/14/2026

RELEASE: Graceland University names David L. Siddall ’85 Chair of the Board of Trustees. Siddall brings decades of experience in executive leadership, corporate governance, and finance to Graceland.
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Graceland University is pleased to announce that David L. Siddall ’85 has been named Chair of its Board of Trustees.

10/13/2026

Meet the House Presidents of the Sariah & Cheville House pairing! ⚓ 🔱

Callie Dennis
Junior / Biology/ Sariah House President
“I love Graceland because of the community it creates. The housing system builds an automatic group of friends who live right next door and want to get involved in campus life with you. My house, Sariah, is so supportive, and we love to chatter, hang out, and go to events together. The Sailors are always down to side quest and be silly. Our typical house meetings involve snacks, talking, laughing, crafts, and other fun activities!”

Fidher Ramirez
Senior / Physical Education / Cheville House President
“Something I like about Graceland is that no matter who you are, you're always welcomed.”

10/12/2026

We recommend starting your week with a little Sting energy. Happy Mascot Monday!

10/11/2026

Yesterday was World Mental Health Day, and we are taking a minute to remind students that they are not alone.

Visit the link below for more information about Graceland's mental health services.
🔗: https://www.graceland.edu/student-life/health-and-wellness/mental-health-services/

10/10/2026

Homecoming is a highlight of the Graceland Experience.
What memories would you add to our students' list?

10/09/2026

For decades, Tom and Terry Freeman have given back to Graceland through teaching, mentoring, and investing in students. The Freeman Award honors that legacy by recognizing student-athletes who excel in both scholarship and sportsmanship, as well as the coaches who play an important role in supporting their success.

Congratulations to the 2026 Freeman Award winners! 🏆
Football – Cameron Edwards / Coach Phil Staback
Dance – Cadence Sires / Coach Mari Fine
Men’s Golf – Jonathan Paramanathan / Coach Kevin Brunner
Women’s Soccer – Nuria Garcia Ruiz de Alarcon / Coach Randall Porter
Men’s Soccer – Ashton Adrian / Coach Bryan Courtney
Women’s Cross-Country – Cassie Nelson / Coach Tom Shore
Men’s Cross-Country – Logan Mace / Coach Tom Shore
Women’s Track & Field – Amanda Newton / Coach Tom Shore
Men’s Track & Field – Ross Stephens / Coach Tom Shore
Women’s Volleyball – Jenthe van Kastel / Coach Stew McDole
Men’s Volleyball – Kalanikapu Aona / Coach Hunter Parrish
Softball – Gracie Dickson / Coach Gracie Lopez
Baseball – Josh Tomas / Coach Brad Payne
Women’s Basketball – Sariah Bradley / Coach Zach Moore
Men’s Basketball – Josh Sanderson / Coach Matt Dickman
Women’s Wrestling – Elysah Hernandez-Jimenez / Coach Jayden Miller
Wrestling – Carlos Ruiz / Coach Drew Sams
Esports – Christopher Sawyer / Coach Jared Doty

Thank you to Tom and Terry Freeman for creating a legacy that continues to make a difference at Graceland.

10/08/2026

Meet the House Presidents of the Shalom & Orion House pairing! ⭐ 🏹

Lily Reiff
Junior / Performing Arts / Shalom House President
“I love Love LOVE all the people here! I love talking to everyone and just how everyone smiles at everyone. Everyone is just so nice.”

Elijah Kline
Junior / Accounting & Business Management / Orion House President
“The Graceland Experience is unlike any other, and I wouldn't trade it for the world.”

10/07/2026

So many big memories. 💙💛
Thanks for making Homecoming at Big G so special.