The Swarm is the happening place on Graceland University campus. Host Mike Hoffman connects listeners with diverse students on the go who share the adventures of college life on the hill in Lamoni Iowa. Established in 1895 by Community of Christ, Graceland’s relationship with its sponsoring church, Community of Christ, runs deep. Graceland is grounded in the liberal arts and dedicated to providing the progressive academic needs of the 21st century student.
Life in a small town is only boring if you let it be. Take Lamoni, Iowa and Graceland University. In this episode of Coffee in the Swarm, guest Savanah Marshall gives us a glimpse of all the ways you can fill your time with things that make a difference in your life and in the…
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A new school year has kicked off, and it’s time to head back to The Swarm. In this first episode of the 2023-2024 school year, host Mike Hoffman sits down with co-hosts Aliyah Farrell and Levi Triplett to help us get to know them a little better. Aliyah and Levi are both first-year students and…
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For some, the thought of getting “lost” in the masses is the preferred way to exist. But, for others, like Graceland University Freshman Addison Cole, a small university and a small-town atmosphere like Lamoni, IA is the perfect place to find one’s self. At Graceland, Addison has found a place where community is more important…
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It’s time for another cup of coffee at Graceland University’s “The Swarm .” In this episode, you’ll meet Jocelyn Dailey from Campbellville, Ontario. Drawn to Graceland by previous family connections as well as her own experience of Graceland through SPECTACULAR, Jocelyn has found her place there. Jocelyn sits down with host, Mike Hoffman, to talk…
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Music composition, art and community take center stage in this episode of Coffee in the Swarm. Join co-hosts Julie Wheaton and Mike Hoffman as they sit down to chat with Adric Williams to get his take on life at Graceland. You’ll also hear about Adric’s “crazy idea” for using the church to create community and…
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Pickleball, Afterglow, Physical Therapy, Band, Camp Sionito… just a few of the things that make Niko Farrell who he is. Join Mike Hoffman, Graceland Campus Minister, and cohost, Julie Wheaton, as they sit down with Niko and get to know him a little better. See what he has to say about the Graceland experience and his…
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Project Zion is back in the swarm! Mike Hoffman and Julie Wheaton sit down with Adam Sherer to hear about his Graceland experience and hopes for the future. Host: Mike Hoffman and Julie WheatonGuest: Adam Sherer Download Transcript
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Project Zion Podcast is back in The Swarm at Graceland University. Emily Hill shares her involvement with campus ministries and what her plans are after she graduates. Host: Mike Hoffman and Julie WheatonGuest: Emily Hill Download Transcript
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Mike Hoffman and his new co-host, Julie Wheaton, are in the Swarm with Graceland University student Kenzlee Frizzell. Kenzlee shares about her Graceland experience and her hopes for Community of Christ. Host: Mike Hoffman and Julie WheatonGuest: Kenzlee Frizzell Download Transcript
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Graceland senior, Grant Warner, is the 59th family member to attend the university. Leaving behind a legacy of his own after that much familial history might seem like a challenge, but today on Project Zion he sits down with Mike Hoffman to share how his Graceland experience is his own. Host: Mike Hoffman Guest: Grant Warner…
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