For the sixth year in a row, Graceland University has been named Best in the Midwest for 2018 by the Princeton Review. Graceland is among 158 premier colleges to make the list, released annually.
Graceland University President Patricia H. Draves commented, “I’m pleased to learn of this honor for Graceland once again this year. Our purpose is to help students prepare for meaningful and productive lives and become the citizens who lead change to make the world a better place. The recognition by the Princeton Review is a designation we do not take for granted, and we are delighted to see the outstanding work of Graceland students, faculty, staff and community ranked as one of the Best in the Midwest.”
The Princeton Review is a college admission and prep service company headquartered in New York, New York. For the “2018 Best Colleges: Region by Region” web feature, The Princeton Review recognizes 658 colleges in five zones – Northeast, Southeast, Midwest, West and International – they consider to be academically outstanding.
View all 2018 rankings by the Princeton Review here.
Press Release
September 8, 2026
Students interested in becoming athletic trainers now have a faster and more affordable path to a master’s degree through a new partnership between Graceland University and Grand View University. The new program offers both 3+2 and 4+2 options for earning both an undergraduate degree in Allied Heath from Graceland followed by the Master of Science in Athletic Training from Grand View.
Administration and Staff, Press Release
September 2, 2026
Graceland University mourns the passing of Professor Emerita Dr. Phyllis O’Daniels, who died Sept. 1, 2026. An alumna, longtime faculty member and university leader, O’Daniels dedicated nearly 40 years to serving Graceland and its students.
Press Release
August 31, 2026
Graceland University and Logan University have established a new 3+3 articulation agreement that provides Graceland Allied Health students with an accelerated pathway to earning both a Bachelor of Science in Allied Health and a Doctor of Chiropractic degree.
Administration and Staff, Press Release
July 20, 2026
Michelle Fillinger ’97 Schamp has been named Associate Dean and Executive Director of Residence Life. In this role, she will provide leadership for the university’s residence life program while fostering a residential experience that supports student learning, leadership, and community.
Administration and Staff, Press Release
July 6, 2026
Graceland University has named Dr. LaVerne Manos as the new Dean of the School of Nursing effective July 31.
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.
