Parent Involvement
Get Involved in the Grace Community
Welcome to our Parent Page! Whether you’re a parent or support person for an incoming student or of one of our awesome returning students, this is a HUB that can guide you to find the answers to your questions. At Grace, we often say that we are a family, and we call ourselves the GRACE FAMILY. We hope that you feel part of our family as we continue to live out our mission to Graduate Courageous Ambassadors for Christ Who Make an Eternal Impact Wherever They Go. It’s never been a more important cause than right now at this very time!
Whether you are looking for important academic calendar dates, learning more about our housing, dining and commuting options or looking for that classic Grace Christian sweatshirt, this page will be able to help you to find your answer or be put in touch with whom to ask! Welcome to Grace!
Important Dates
We know how important it is to coordinate calendars! You can always click on our calendar link to see the most updated academic calendar, which informs the entire semester and year!
| Date | Event |
| January 10 | Spring Orientation for new students |
| January 13 | On Campus Classes begin |
| January 20 | MLK Day, no classes |
| January 27 | Last day to drop a course without record |
| February 26-28 | Reading Break, no classes |
| March 10-14 | Spring Break |
| March 18 | Academic Advising Day, no class |
| March 28 | Last day to withdraw from classes |
| April 18 | Good Friday, no classes scheduled |
| April 28-May 2 | Exam Week |
| May 3 | Commencement |
Parent Blog
We hope that you find these blogs written by our staff and faculty helpful as you think about how to walk with your students as they make important educational decisions or as you walk with your students through their first years of higher education through to graduation!
What Are Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans?
With college tuition costs at an all-time high and still rising, financing a degree can seem overwhelming. Most students turn to loans, and nearly 92% of U.S. student debt is managed by the U.S. Department of Education. Exploring federal loan options can offer a...
Meet Dr. Scott Shaw: A Leader in Education and Student Development
Dr. Scott Shaw is currently serving as the Dean and Professor of Business Innovation & Public Service at Grace Christian University. Dr. Shaw is not your average professor. Starting part-time in 2003 and becoming full-time in 2010, Dr. Shaw has spent over 20...
We won’t compromise the Bible at Grace Christian University
At Grace Christian University, the Bible serves as the foundation for everything we do. Our commitment to God's Word defines us and sets us apart from many institutions drifting from biblical truth. While some colleges may compromise core doctrines or yield to...
Mailing
Mailboxes are provided for each On-Campus student in the foyer to the Student Commons. Mail box numbers and combinations can be found at the Business Office.
Outgoing mail can be deposited in the outgoing mail bin in the business office.
All mail being sent to students should be addressed as follows:
(Student Name)
Grace Christian University
1011 Aldon St. SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49509
Health & Medical
You’re students’ health is important to us! We have a great wealth of health options to chose from within the Wyoming and surrounding areas.
- Oak Street Health Primary Care Clinic (1000 28th Street, Wyoming, MI 49509)
- UM Health-West Hospital (5900 Byron Center Ave SW, Wyoming, MI 49509)
- Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospital – Butterworth (100 Michigan St NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503)
What's your next step?
Get Involved
If you want more information on how to get involved, click the button below to email the Dean of Students, Jim Gamble.