Academic Engagement & Success
Academic Engagement & Success Purpose Statement
Our office empowers all students to thrive on their academic and vocational journey through successfully transitioning students into college life, collaboratively supporting the process of continuous improvement, and purposefully connecting students to their callings.
Our office is under the Academic Affairs division and collaborates closely with Student Affairs. Learn more about areas represented in our office:
Center for Career Connections Â
Undeclared Majors Advising
First-Year Experience and Student Success
Accreditation
Learning & AssessmentÂ
At Grace, a thriving and successful student is defined and measured according to the following factors:
- Connected in diverse and meaningful relationships
- Engaged in their learning and certain of their majorÂ
- Confident in their callings and equipped for their vocation(s)
- Spiritually challenged and growing
- Mentally, physically, and emotionally healthy
- Personally, financially, and academically supported
Meet the Staff
Jacqueline Schram
Dean of Academic Engagement & Success, Accreditation Liaison Officer, Associate Professor of French
Jacqueline supports the continuous improvement of student success and learning at Grace by collaboratively leading in the ongoing development, implementation, and assessment of student learning and success.
Phone: 574–372–5100, ext. 6283
Email: jsschram@grace.edu
Chasity Lucio
Director of Student Success and First-Year Experience
Chasity oversees the First-Year Experience and provides collaborative and culturally responsive support for students’ successful transition and engagement in the Grace learning community.
Phone: 574–372–5100, ext. 6104
Email: luciocj@grace.edu
Denise Terry
Director, Center for Career Connections
Denise oversees the Center for Career Connections, educating and preparing students for an effective career launch and connecting with community partners to support recruiting efforts. Additionally, Denise guides students in the choice of their academic major as advisor for all undeclared majors at Grace.
Phone: 574-372-5100, ext. 6101
Email: denise.terry@grace.edu
Jaci Forshtay
Career Success Coordinator
Jaci is responsible for providing guidance to students in the determination of life goals and exploration of career choices. Jaci supports students as they prepare for the job market and/or graduate school.
Phone: 574-372-5100, ext. 6105
Email: jaci.forshtay@grace.edu