Student Support Services – TRIO Program
Student Disability Services
Graceland University Writing and Tutoring Support
TRIO Educational Talent Search
Frederick Madison Smith Library
The Dr. Charles F. Grabske, Sr. Library and Learning Resource Center – Independence Campus
Information Technology Services
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The TRIO Student Support Services (SSS) program at Graceland University is a federally funded program sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education. The program is designed to increase the retention, persistence, academic achievement, and graduation rates of eligible students by providing comprehensive academic support and student success services.
TRIO SSS serves students who meet one or more of the following federal eligibility criteria: first-generation college students (defined as students whose parent(s) or legal guardian(s) did not earn a bachelor’s degree), students who meet federal income eligibility guidelines, and students with documented disabilities.
Program participants receive individualized support designed to promote academic success and degree completion. Services include academic advising, tutoring, success coaching, STEPS courses, financial literacy education, assistance with financial aid processes, peer mentoring, graduate and career preparation, and referrals to campus and community resources. The program also provides workshops and activities that support academic skill development, personal growth, and student engagement.
Participation in TRIO Student Support Services is limited and requires an application and verification of federal eligibility. Eligible students are encouraged to apply online here or visit the TRIO Student Support Services office in Zimmermann Hall for additional information.
Graceland University is committed to full compliance with the Rehabilitation Act (Section 504) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). As part of the implementation of this law, the university will continue to provide reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities so that they can participate fully in the university’s educational programs and activities. Although Graceland is not required by law to change the fundamental nature or essential curricular components of its programs, the university will provide reasonable academic accommodations for qualifying individuals.
Students who qualify for accommodations are encouraged to contact the Office of Student Disability Services before classes start or as early as possible. The office will work with the course instructor and the student to arrange for reasonable accommodations. Students are required at their own expense to provide documentation verifying disability. All information for accommodations can be found here.
A college education can be strenuous, and many students need academic assistance. We offer a variety of programs on the Lamoni Campus including writing and tutoring assistance.
Writing Center: The Graceland University Writing Center provides a supportive, welcoming environment where all Graceland students can work together with a trained tutor on improving their writing and/or speaking knowledge and skills. The Writing Center assists students in all majors and at any stage of the writing and speaking process to become better, more confident writers and speakers. The Writing Center offers both face-to-face tutoring (for students on the Lamoni campus) and online tutoring (for all Graceland Students). To schedule an appointment, please follow us on Instagram at graceland_tutoring, visit our My Graceland page at: Writing Center – Graceland University, or email the Writing Center at writingcenter@graceland.edu. Lamoni students are also welcome to visit our main on-campus location in room 119 of the FMS Library for a drop-in appointment. Tutoring locations will be held in a variety of locations on campus that are convenient for students. If no tutoring times work you, please email writingcenter@graceland.edu, and if possible, other tutoring arrangements will be made.
Tutoring Support: We offer a variety of tutoring services for other subjects and specific courses offered at Graceland University. These sessions are often in a group setting and offer a supplement to the courses including study skills/tips, and important review of course concepts and materials. Tutors are hired and trained by the Director of Writing and Tutoring. These tutoring sessions are held online or in person. If you can’t find a group tutoring time that works for you, or you feel that you may need extra support, please email writingcenter@graceland.edu, and if possible, other tutoring arrangements will be made.
You can see the tutoring schedule by following this link: Tutoring – Graceland University. If you need tutoring for a class that does not appear on this schedule, please contact the Director of Writing and Tutoring at writingcenter@graceland.edu, and if possible, other tutoring will be provided.
Graceland University’s Educational Talent Search (ETS) program is a federally funded TRIO program supported by the U.S. Department of Education. Since 1973, the program has served students in grades 6-12 throughout northern Missouri and southern Iowa by promoting educational attainment and increasing access to postsecondary education.
Educational Talent Search is designed to identify and assist individuals who have the potential to succeed in higher education. The program primarily serves students who meet federal eligibility requirements as first-generation college students (students whose parent(s) or legal guardian(s) did not earn a bachelor’s degree) and/or who meet federal income eligibility guidelines. ETS encourages participants to complete a rigorous secondary school curriculum, graduate from high school, enroll in postsecondary education, and successfully complete a college degree. The program also provides services to eligible individuals seeking to reenter and complete their secondary education.
Participants receive individualized advising and comprehensive educational support services, including academic skill development, study strategies, career and college exploration, tutoring, mentoring, ACT preparation, financial literacy education, scholarship and financial aid assistance, FAFSA completion support, college application assistance, campus visits, job shadowing experiences, leadership development, and educational field trips. Parents or guardians of prospective students can fill out an application here.
Learn More Here...The Frederick Madison Smith Library provides access to services, tools, and materials necessary for academic success as well as offering items and an environment for leisurely enrichment at no additional fee.
Students, Faculty, and Staff may check out library items such as books, audiovisual materials, government documents, and more using their Graceland-issued ID cards.
Certain course materials such as textbooks, films, or other readings may be available on closed reserves at the library.
The library provides access to a number of scholarly research databases serving a variety of programs of study and areas of research.
The Frederick Madison Smith library provides Interlibrary Loan opportunities that enable us to acquire anything users may need from another library at no additional cost.
The library participates in the Federal Repository Library Program, and has staff dedicated to providing access and information on Government Documents. Anyone from anywhere may access government information from our physical collection or online using the Digital Federal Document Library, FDsys.
Technology available in the library: Over 30 laptops, 6 graphing calculators, 4 financial calculators, and 4 scientific calculators are available for check-out on a first-come, first-served basis. 8 Chromebox Pcs (main floor), 20 Windows Desktops (PCLab 2), 4 Meta Quest VR headsets, 1 multi-function black and white printer/scanner/copier (main floor), 1 multi-function color printer/scanner/copier (ground floor), 1 Microfilm/Microfiche scanner.
Check the libraries social media page (https://www.facebook.com/GULibraries or www.gracelandlibraries.org for more information about upcoming events and sessions.
The Charles F. Grabske, Sr. Library and Learning Resource Center is open 40 hours per week with evening hours available many times each month. It is staffed by a faculty member with available librarian assistance. Check the libraries social media page https://www.facebook.com/GULibraries or www.gracelandlibraries.org for more information about upcoming events and sessions.
Grabske’s holdings focus primarily on medicine, science, and allied health, although nursing is its core collection. Grabske holdings include professional journals and periodicals, ready reference titles as well as monographs. Its electronic collection includes over 3,000 electronic journals in the health sciences with DynaMedEx, CINAHL Ultimate, the Cochrane Library, and Ovid Nursing Essentials. These databases facilitate the research of Graceland’s School of Nursing. Grabske also houses the historical archive of the nursing program.
Grabske Library is a full member of the National Network of Libraries of Medicine. Interlibrary loan is available to all students and faculty. Usually, it is free of charge. Most articles are electronically delivered throughout the network.
Multiple computers are available to students in the library and learning resource area. A computer lab is across the hall. Six individual study rooms are available for testing and group/individual study.
Public and Agency Libraries – Mid-Continent Public Library serves the metropolitan Kansas City area with 30 branch locations across three counties. The needs of students and faculty for general research are well-served by this large system with access to their extensive collection. Mid-Continent is an award-winning library system and one of the largest in the country.
Information Technology Services (ITS) supports Graceland University’s mission by providing reliable, secure, and accessible technology that enhances student learning, engagement, and success.
Student Services:
Student Responsibilities
Students are expected to use university technology resources responsibly, safeguard their account credentials, and comply with university technology and data security policies.
