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11 Facts About Graceland University

1.

Graceland University is a private university with campuses in Lamoni, Iowa, and Independence, Missouri.

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Graceland University was established by, and is affiliated with, the Community of Christ, formerly the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints .

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Graceland University was established as Graceland College in 1895 by the RLDS Church in Lamoni, Iowa.

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The name "Graceland University" was selected by Colonel George Barrett, land surveyor for the college, for the graceful slope of the hill upon which it was built.

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In 1917, Graceland University received accreditation from the states of Iowa and Missouri and from the North Central Association of Colleges, making it the first fully accredited junior college in Iowa.

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6.

In 1995, Graceland University acquired SkillPath, a business training company that offers seminars and classes.

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7.

Graceland University has been recognized by the Princeton Review as a top school in the Midwest.

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8.

Graceland University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

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9.

In 1996 Graceland Enactus was named U S National Champion, and advanced to compete at the Enactus World Cup in Paris, France.

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Graceland University has eight men's Houses: Agape, Cheville, Closson, Faunce, Orion, Powell, Stewart Manor, and Tiona; and eight women's Houses: Amici, Aponivi, Hanthorne, Khiyah, Paloma, Sariah, Shalom, and Solah.

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Graceland University student government is a popular student activity, particularly for sophomore and junior students on campus.

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