Graceland University is pleased to announce that Scott Huddleston, Ed.D., will be appointed Interim Dean of the Edmund J. Gleazer School of Education, effective July 1. Scott earned his Doctor of Education from the University of Missouri-Columbia, and has been with the Graceland School of Education (GSOE) for four years. He chaired the Diversity Committee for the school this year, and has served on the university Curricular Adjustment Committee (CAC) for three years.
“I’m very excited about the opportunity to work with the School of Education. There are some outstanding individuals and educators in our school, and we will be busy preparing for our next accreditation visit in 2015,” stated Huddleston. “One of my strength areas is recruiting, marketing and attracting students to our program.” His experience and accomplishments with the School of Education resonate with the vision he brings to the position, noted Graceland president Dr. John Sellars.
Huddleston will replace Dr. Tammy Everett, who was recently appointed Vice President of Academic Affairs. “Scott has led preliminary work on developing a leadership degree for the graduate program and has extensive experience in online education,” stated Everett. Huddleston will work closely with Tammy, beginning June 1, on the self-study for accreditation.
Dr. Steven L. Anders, Dean of the C.H. Sandage School of Business and Interim Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS), will continue his interim dean role until a national search is completed to hire a full-time CLAS dean. Dr. Anders has served as Interim Dean since June 2013.
Dr. Anders continues to bring flexibility and experience, as he fills the needed interim position. Anders stated, “I have enjoyed working with the division chairs on the CLAS Council this year. However, it is important for the faculty in the College of Liberal Arts and Science to have their own dean. They want and deserve this. Until then, I will continue to work with and support the CLAS faculty and the CLAS Council as best I can.”
A national search will begin early in the Fall 2014 semester to fill the SOE and CLAS dean positions.
Administration and Staff, Athletics, Press Release
April 14, 2026
A transformative era for Graceland University men’s basketball has reached its natural turning point. After engineering one of the most impactful rebuilds in program history, head coach Todd Lorensen has accepted the head coaching position at Rockhurst University. In response, Athletic Director Brady McKillip has elevated Associate Head Coach Matt Dickman to lead the Yellowjackets forward.
Administration and Staff, Press Release
April 10, 2026
Graceland University and the Community of Christ announce the retirement of Campus Minister Mike Hoffman, and the appointment of Doug Roberts as the university’s next Campus Minister, effective June 2026.
Administration and Staff, Press Release
March 13, 2026
Graceland University is saddened to share the passing of Trustee Dr. Julia “Julie” Snethen, a respected nurse scientist, educator, and member of the university’s Board of Trustees whose life and career were dedicated to improving the health and well-being of children and families.
Administration and Staff, Press Release
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Graceland University has announced the promotion of longtime team member Steve Edwards to Executive Director of Marketing, recognizing more than three decades of service and leadership that have helped shape the university’s communications and brand.
Administration and Staff, Press Release
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