Rapids were carved in the mace to form one of the hand-holds and to symbolize the university’s connection with its Grand River region of West Michigan. Grand Rapids has earned a national reputation for the impact of Christian values upon local character and work ethic, and the university
benefits from and contributes to this laudable record.

Christian Worldview: Creation
Christian Worldview: Fall
Christian Worldview: Redemption
Christian Worldview: Consummation
State of Michigan: Petoskey Stone
State of Michigan: Grand River Rapids
Scripture: Chi Rho
Scripture: Stones
Scripture: The World
Scripture: Revelation 11:15
University: Golden Eagles
University: Cornerstone University Seal
University: Commissioning Date

Introduction
A History of the University Mace
The Story of the University Mace
Telling a Story - Bottom to Top
Mace Bearer
Presenting and Displaying the University Mace
Expressions of Appreciation
A Word from Dr. Orpha Galloway