Coffee In The Swarm Episodes

Coffee in the Swarm takes you into the heart of campus life at Graceland University — where the Swarm is always buzzing.

Hosted by Mike Hoffman, this series features candid conversations with students on the go, sharing their experiences, challenges, and adventures on "the Hill" in Lamoni, Iowa.

Founded in 1895 by Community of Christ, Graceland University is deeply rooted in its church connection and committed to a progressive, liberal arts education that meets the needs of 21st-century students. Whether you're an alum, prospective student, or just curious about life at Graceland, pull up a chair — there's always room at the table.
Nov. 30, 2021

435 | Coffee in The Swarm | Jullie Wheaton

Today we're back in the Swarm at Graceland University talking to Jullie Wheaton. Jullie is a music education major, plays volleyball, is in InSpire; Community of Christ's missional ministry practicum, and on the Academic Student Council representing her house, Shalom. Host: Mike Hoffman Guest: Jull…

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Oct. 19, 2021

423 | Coffee in The Swarm | Laura Harder

Today's episode of Coffee in The Swarm was recorded IN the Swarm at Graceland University! Laura Harder, President of the Council of House Chaplains and one of the Graceland Student Government officers, sits down with Mike Hoffman to talk about life at Graceland and her hopes for the future of Commu…

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Sept. 14, 2021

412 | Coffee in The Swarm | Humberto Tinsman

Today on Coffee In The Swarm, Mike revisits with Humberto Tinsman to get an update on his time was the graduate assistant for campus ministries at Graceland as well as his new role working for the Juan Tabo Congregation in th...

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July 9, 2021

392 | Coffee in The Swarm | 2021 Graceland Reps

Each year Graceland University sends representatives to camps and reunions across the church to share about their experiences as Yellowjackets! Today, Mike Hoffman sits down with three of those Graceland Reps just before they...

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Nov. 23, 2020

ES 86 | Coffee In the Swarm | Alecia Bennett

Today Mike Hoffman sits down with Graceland senior, Alecia Bennett. As a Black queer woman that hopes for more diversity in her communities, Alecia shares some experiences being at Graceland and being a member of Community of...

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Nov. 11, 2020

ES 85 | Coffee in The Swarm | Megan Byrd

Megan Byrd, a convert to Community of Christ and Graceland University senior, shares her experiences in the church and at college. Majoring in allied health, Megan sees her future career goals in alignment with her values tha...

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Oct. 30, 2020

ES 82 | Coffee in The Swarm | Andrew Wolsey

Today we're sitting down with Andrew Wolsey who is in his second year at Graceland University. Andrew shares what the Graceland experience is like during Covid as well as his hopes for the future of the school and for Community of Christ. Host: Mike Hoffman Guest: Andrew Wolsey Thanks for listening…

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Oct. 27, 2020

ES 81 | Coffee in The Swarm | Casey Main

We're sitting down with Graceland University student Casey Main to talk about the new Social Change major she helped bring to Graceland. Casey shares the process of getting the major approved and how she hopes it will help shape not only the university, but the church, and the world. Host: Mike Hof…

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Sept. 15, 2020

ES 79 | Coffee in The Swarm | Georgia Seagraves

Coffee in The Swarm takes us into the lives of students at Graceland University. Today, senior Georgia Seagraves shares her reflections on Covid, racial injustice, intersectionality and how it all relates to our call to live ...

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Aug. 14, 2020

294 | Coffee in the Swarm | Natalie Harper

Graceland University student, Natalie Harper, has been involved with campus ministries, including being a student pastor. As she heads into her senior year she's sharing her reflections on some of the conversations many stude...

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July 6, 2020

284 | Coffee in The Swarm | Humberto Tinsman

Coffee in The Swarm is our new series with students from Graceland University. Today we're talking to Humberto Tinsman, former campus minister, house president and future seminary student. Humberto shares about racial tension on campus and in the world, and how Covid-19 has impacted Graceland. Than…

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June 15, 2020

277 | Coffee in The Swarm | Laurie Due

Coffee in The Swarm is our new series featuring students from Graceland University. We're kicking off the series with recent graduate Laurie Due who shares about her experiences at Graceland and her plans for continuing as a Community of Christ Seminary student. Host: Mike Hoffman Guest: Laurie Due…

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