Spiritual Activities
Grace University considers the student’s personal spiritual life a high priority. Listed below are some of the opportunities for spiritual growth and development.

• Students are encouraged to have a personal devotional life.
• Small Groups meet regularly in the residence halls. These groups meet for a time of mutual encouragement, accountability, fun, prayer and Bible study. All resident freshmen are a part of a small group to help the transition to college.
• Prayer times are held regularly to intercede for the worldwide spread of the Gospel.
• Days of Prayer in Fall and Spring devote entire mornings to worship and prayer. Attendance is required.
• Grace LIFE (Life Integration for Excellence), convenes in the Chapel Monday through Thursday for half an hour. This common experience of the Grace family contributes to the development of community and involves such things as announcements, worship, prayer, and a wide variety of presentations from students, faculty, staff, and guests. Attendance is required.

Conferences

The Fall Bible Conference is held during the first semester and features Bible teaching by able communicators of the Word. Attendance is required.

The World Christian Conference is a highlight of the second semester. Missionaries and mission representatives from many organizations working in various parts of the world visit the Grace campus. Students, faculty and staff are challenged to reach the world for Christ. Attendance is required.

The Student Body Association (SBA), of which every student is a member, is Grace's student government. The SBA exists to foster spiritual growth and fellowship, promote the welfare of the students, and plan student activities. Its administration is carried out through an executive team elected by the students.

Students are provided leadership opportunities through committees and clubs such as Spiritual Life, Social and Recreation, Banquet, Civic and World Affairs, and the Student Music Association.

Grace World Outreach (GWO) is the student missions organization committed to developing in students God’s heart for the world. All students are members of this organization. Grace LIFE, prayer, financial support of missionaries, and summer missions scholarships are among the major activities of this organization.

Married Students Fellowship (MSF) is sponsored by the University as a ministry to married students. MSF sponsors activities that build and strengthen marriages.

Student Music Association (SMA) is an organization for music majors. SMA promotes camaraderie and mutual encouragement among students who are training for music and music education careers.

Student Education Association (SEAN) is the local chapter of the Nebraska Education Association that promotes camaraderie and mutual encouragement among students who are training for education careers.

The Charis is the yearbook produced under the direction of a student editor. Other students and staff members assist in this publication.

Grace University is a participating member in the National Christian College Athletic Association and Midwest Christian College Conference. Grace participates in intercollegiate competition in men’s and women’s basketball, women’s volleyball and men’s soccer. These activities provide physical, moral and spiritual development. The annual Athletic Report is available upon request from the Academic Vice-President’s Office. Academic requirements are established for all athletes. Visit the Grace Athletic Website at www.graceroyals.com.

Normally, all students taking 9 or more hours at Grace University and under the age of 21 are required to live on campus in order to foster community and encourage personal growth. On-campus residence is seen as an important part of the total “Grace experience” for traditional age undergraduate college students.

Students living on campus are expected to enroll in at least 9 semester hours. In the case of cooperative programs, the expectation is a minimum of 9 semester hours between the various campuses.

Exceptions to the Housing Requirements include:
•    Students living at home with their parents or legal guardian
•    Married students
•    Students turning 21 years of age before the end of the semester
•    Students taking 8 hours or less of classes
•    Students in a cooperative program taking no classes at Grace University
•    Students whose employment requires off-campus housing
•    Students with dependent children

All dorm rooms are connected to the Grace University Network for Internet capability. Rooms are furnished with beds, desks, dressers and chairs. Students furnish towels, pillows and bedding. Optional student furnishings may include computers, telephones, floor rugs, mini-refrigerators and/or microwaves.

The University has a limited number of unfurnished apartments. Married students should inquire at the Business Office regarding University housing, availability, rates, etc.

Each student is assigned a faculty advisor who can guide the student through the course selection, course sequencing, and program requirement information so that the student can complete his/her program. Each faculty member has received training to advise students about program requirements based on the University Catalog during the academic year in which the student begins his/her educational experience and course sequencing based on suggested course sequences listed within the Faculty Advising Handbook. The faculty advisor may also provide wisdom and counsel to the student pertaining to career discovery (see below).

The Vice-President for Student Services, Dean of Men, and Dean of Women are responsible for student life in general. They provide special help to students in personal and social matters.

Career counseling and testing is conducted by the Psychology Department through Grace Career Services. Every student has access to a battery of career assessments (fees may apply). Students are strongly encouraged to use these professional assessments during the first semester of their final year. Students may be encouraged to explore other online assessments as well.

Students will receive additional training regarding resumé development and interview skills during several courses within the four-year programs at Grace. These include, but are not limited to, Career Orientation, Senior Integration and Principles of Leadership and Management.

The University recognizes that during the college years, students may need some professional counseling related to personal and relational aspects of life. The Graduate School Counseling Program provides some services for students, spouses, and children. The student may contact the Graduate School Office directly (402.449.2903), or the student may request a referral through the Student Development Office. At times, students on University probation may be referred to professional counseling as a component of the restoration process. The University practies all relevant and legal guidelines with respect to confidentiality.

The University operates a placement service through Grace Career Services. The placement service includes a ministry placement website at ministrycareercenter.com, a database of organizations soliciting employees, and a resumé distribution service for graduating seniors and alumni. The University also advises individuals seeking placement to contact other resources such as monster.com, accessomaha.com, careerlink.com, chritianjobsmall.com, jobsinaflash.org, and jobleads.org.

The Academic Resource Center (ARC) is available to provide a variety of academic support services to enhance your educational experience at Grace University.  Students may access these services free of charge.  ARC services are coordinated through a combined effort between Academic Affairs and Student Development.  Student tutors are trained to provide assistance with specific areas of study as well as special seminars on a variety of topics.  The areas of seminar focus include (but are not limited to):  time management, test taking, effective note taking, study skills, effective reading, retaining/recalling information and critical thinking.  Math and Writing Labs are also available.

The University maintains a bulletin board of jobs currently available to help students secure employment in the area. On-campus jobs are under the direction of the Vice-President for Finance and Operations.

Medical care for minor illness is provided through the Student Health Office. More serious cases are referred to specialists or hospitals.

Students are urged to have health and accident insurance coverage under a plan through their parents/guardians or through a privately purchased plan. International students are required to hold an insurance policy through a United States based insurance company.  Insurance brochures from a couple of student insurance providers are available through the University Business Office or Health Office.

All students must register their motor vehicle(s) with Campus Safety at the beginning of each semester and must abide by University regulations governing the use of vehicles. Also, in compliance with Nebraska laws, vehicle owners must carry liability insurance and have valid operator licenses.

The University seeks to provide an atmosphere in which the students can fully give themselves to both academic pursuits and the development of Christ-like character. This is best accomplished when all students sense a deep responsibility for the welfare of one another and for the group as a whole.

Students are expected to participate in activities which build moral character. The University also maintains institutional preferences regarding entertainment and conduct. All students within the Grace community are expected to abstain from gambling, possession and use of alcoholic beverages and non-medicinal drugs, abuse of over the counter drugs, and the possession and use of tobacco products while enrolled in classes.

Student attire must be neat and appropriate for Christian testimony. Specific dress and lifestyle standards appear in the current Student Handbook which is given to each student. Individuals may request a copy of the Student Handbook by contacting the Student Development Office or Admissions Office.

Undergraduate students are asked to willingly submit to these community standards. Disregard for community standards may result in suspension or dismissal. The University may dismiss any student whose attitude or behavior is not in harmony with the University and its standards, and reserves the right to deal with all student issues in a manner which it believes is in the best interests of its institutional mission and objectives.