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Grace University exists to develop servant leaders for the home, the church, and the world through excellence in biblically-integrated education and through life change in a personal, discipling environment, all for the glory of God. Grace University exists to develop servant leaders for the home, the church and the world through excellence in biblically-integrated education and through life change in a personal, discipling environment, all for the glory of God. Grace University was born in prayer as a group of ten pastors and leaders met in Omaha, Nebraska, on June 1, 1943, to pray and plan for a college-level institution that would be fundamental in doctrine, vitally spiritual in emphasis, and interdenominational in scope. The need for such Bible-centered education became increasingly apparent to these evangelical pastors and leaders. A number of them shared this common concern with each other during the commencement activities at the Oklahoma Bible Academy in Meno, Oklahoma, in 1942. So in the providence of God, they selected Omaha as a central location for the meeting that led to the founding of Grace Bible Institute. From June 1 through September 8, 1943, the Lord opened doors and removed obstacles in such unusual ways that all were convinced that this new venture of faith was from God. At the dedicatory service on September 8, 1943, Dr. C.H. Suckau, chairman of the Board of Directors and later a president of the college, mentioned seven specific answers to prayer.
The core values of academic excellence, life change, and world impact continue to shape the vision of Grace. These foundational values stimulate the Power of Grace! During the past 75 years, more than 8,000 students have studied at Grace University. Many of our alumni are actively involved in full-time church-related ministries. Many are serving in cross-cultural and international missions, in pastoral ministry, in Christian education, in music, and in Christian radio and telecommunications. Others impact the marketplace for Christ serving as lay leaders in local churches and church-related organizations. Many are educators, business people, farmers and ranchers, and public servants in governmental settings. The oversight of Grace University is vested in a strong, spiritually minded Board of Trustees, representing various denominations.
A variety of advisory teams assist in guiding various operations within the University. The Grace University Foundation Board of Trustees works closely with the University Development Department in friend building, fund raising, and investment management. The Grace University Parents Association (GUPA) works with the President’s Office regarding institutional and student support. The Alumni Association, a vital advisory group, connects our strong heritage with our ongoing mission of preparing men and women as servant leaders for the home, the church and the world. Throughout its history, Grace University leadership has been marked by vision and faith. The following have served as presidents: Paul Kuhlmann (Acting, 1943), Dr. C.H. Suckau (1944-1950), Dr. H.D. Burkholder (1950-1955), Dr. Joseph W. Schmidt (1955-1960), the Rev. D.J. Unruh (Interim, 1960-1961), Dr. Waldo E. Harder (1961-1971), Dr. Robert W. Benton (1971-1984), Dr. Warren E. Bathke (1984-1993), Dr. Neal F. McBride (1993-1997), Dr. James P. Eckman (1997-2012), and Dr. David M. Barnes (2012-2016), Mr. Bill Bauhard (Interim, 2016-present).
Three core values shape the goals and objectives of Grace University – academic excellence, life change and world impact. Recognizing that Christian education that leads to the “Student Characteristics” above is a process rooted in the Bible and directed by the Holy Spirit, the University establishes the following goals and objectives. By graduation, students should give evidence of:
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At Grace University in Nebraska, my daughter has flourished academically, buoyed by passionate instructors and a curriculum that really inspires progress.
By Tae-joon Park (Jun, 2024) |