Here it is. The day of the tour. You and your family have probably come from far away, or maybe not too far, but far enough to make it an event. Your stomach is a little tight, you’re a little nervous. Maybe you’re like me and couldn’t eat a lot this morning. It’s such an […]
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True Colors Revealed: Sociology Professor Chili Cook-Off
Hi! I’m Emma and I’m a junior Sociology major with minors in philosophy and environmental studies. I’m from Colorado Springs, so my love of mountain climbing trumps all, but I’m also a fan of drinking tea and handwritten letters. My hope is to go through life seeking God’s goodness in each and every moment and […]
Home is Where the Campus is
Game of Thrones and House of Cards fans can step aside because I am convinced that House Hunters is the most dramatic, heart-palpitating television show out there—after all, the couples choosing a house are making a huge decision. But there is a reason we don’t have reality shows about people making just any life decision, […]
Community Service at Grove City College
Service Groups Photo Credit Service comes in many forms at Grove City College and is essential to the identity of the campus community. There are many opportunities to serve one’s neighbor: on campus, in the community, and around the world. View a list of service organizations HERE Additionally, many students use their summers and other […]
Alumni Connections: Introducing Joel
I’m so excited guys! This weekend one of my favorite artists is coming to campus. Joel Ansett, a GCC alum, is making his way back to the Grove to perform alongside some of his college chums in a special Lamplight Sessions concert. Joel Ansett graduated from Grove City College in 2012 with a History degree. […]
Q&A with a Grover: Sommer Ugi ’17
Grove City College has roughly 2500 students on campus, each of whom has come from a different background and has a different story to tell. The series on Bridging the Gap, “Q/A with a Grover,” is aimed at letting you hear some of the unique experiences that have shaped our students. Sommer Ugi, a former […]
Grove City College Greek Life: The GCC Spin on Fraternities
I was giving a tour a few weeks ago and got the question from a prospective student’s mom, “Wait there is Greek life here? How can a Christian college have fraternities?” I love these questions because I am heavily involved in Greek life at Grove City College My typical response follows a pretty specific outline […]
Grove City College Greek Life: The Sisterhood was Meant for Me
Many people are wary when they hear that Grove City College has Greek life on campus. Pop culture films and negative stereotypes come to mind when one thinks of sororities, but Grove City prides itself on being a distinctive school that cultivates an authentically Christian environment. Sororities on our campus are opportunities to join a […]