17,901 tulips in full bloom

April 18, 2008
Contact: Paul K. Logsdon, Director of Public Relations and Publications, 417-865-2815, Ext. 7292

Springfield, Mo. — The Evangel University campus is alive with color, as dozens of tulip beds have responded to this week’s warmer weather.

A total of 17,901 tulips were planted last fall, according to Dave Boneck, grounds assistant.

“The community is invited to stop by the campus on North Glenstone over the weekend and enjoy the flowers,” said Evangel spokesman Paul K. Logsdon. “And don’t forget your cameras!”

Evangel is a national college of arts, sciences and professions, drawing nearly 2,000 students from all 50 states and dozens of foreign countries. Founded in 1955 on the site of the former O’Reilly Army Hospital, Evangel has undergone a total transformation into a state-of-the-art university.

Construction is currently under way for the 69,000-sq.-ft. Riggs Administration Building. Completion is anticipated for late fall.

For more information, call (417) 865-2811 ext. 7292.