The transition from high school to college comes with a lot of change. Jim Gamble, Dean of Students at Grace Christian University, offers helpful perspective on how students can navigate it well. The Role of Dean of Students Bella: My name is Isabelle Sitzema....
There are very few moments in the life of a university that carry as much meaning and emotion as our yearly Commencement ceremony. Last week, on May 2nd, hundreds of family and friends gathered together at Rush Creek Bible Church. They came together to celebrate...
I recently sat across from a friend over coffee, having one of those conversations about life, work, and the goals that seem to stay on the back burner year after year. As we talked, I realized his story reflected the experience of many adults who want to return to...
Our annual Whitecaps event was a great success, bringing together 194 guests for an evening that celebrated the Grace community. Thanks to the gracious underwriting from the Velting Foundation and the generosity of our event supporters, the evening raised nearly...
When most people hear the phrase “higher education leadership,” they picture a university president giving a speech at graduation or a dean sitting behind a desk making decisions. That’s part of the picture. But it leaves out the hundreds of...
Should I get a master’s degree right after undergrad? It’s a question many graduates wrestle with. Some are eager to keep moving forward. Others wonder if now is the right time. The problem is that most advice focuses on salaries, tuition costs, and...
I told myself for years I’d go back to school. I’d think about it driving to work, laying in bed, watching other people move forward with their lives. I’d think, “I should finish my degree” But then the next thought always came right after: “Now’s not a good time.”...
You’ve probably heard employers talk about hiring for “soft skills” lately. Or maybe you’ve seen job postings asking for communication, teamwork, and adaptability alongside technical qualifications. Here’s what a lot of people...
Danny Garcia:I’m Danny Garcia, the campus pastor here at Grace Christian University. Today we’re joined by Connor Rice, an RA, member of the Grace traveling teams, and a Biblical Studies student. Connor spends his weeks leading freshmen in the dorms, traveling to...
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