Read our Graduate and Professional Studies student profiles.
Esy
Originally from the Philippines, Esy Jurado and her family moved to the United States during her high school years. She learned about Evangel at the National Fine Arts Festival and instantly knew Evangel was where she wanted to be. As an international student, Esy has made an easy transition into college life. Upon graduation, she hopes to go back overseas to work in the Philippines or another Asian country, and as a speaker of three languages—Filipino, English, and Japanese—her opportunities in the broadcasting industry are abundant.
Class of 2014
Hometown: Meycauayan, Philippines
Major: Broadcasting
Samuel
Samuel Cline is fun-loving and enthusiastic about his field. As he prepares to direct a film (his largest project to date), Samuel is looking ahead to the future that awaits him. With high hopes and big dreams, he begins his senior year at Evangel.
Class of 2012
Hometown: Dallas, Texas
Major: Film
Dalie
As Dalie Hand approached his senior year of high school, he became frustrated because he felt that God had not revealed a life “calling” to him yet. As he continued to seek God’s guidance in choosing a career path, Dalie soon realized that God was calling him to the thing he loved most — business. As a double major in Marketing and Management, Dalie has been able to experience the best of both worlds: a top-notch education in business with a strong emphasis on faith integration.
Class of 2012
Hometown: Belton, Missouri
Major: Marketing and Management
Jonathan
Jonathan Jones has taken his childhood passion for home video recording and is now developing a career path in the film industry. A film major at Evangel, he is actively serving in the local church, making promotional videos and running a camera during Sunday morning service. Jonathan is excited to see where God leads him. Whether he ends up producing promo videos for missionaries or working in Hollywood, Jonathan will use his skills and abilities for the glory of Christ.
Class of 2014
Hometown: Mt. Holly Springs, Pennsylvania
Major: Film
Martin
Martin Campbell loves to learn as can be seen by his tackling three majors, one minor and one certification in his undergraduate coursework. Though he remains meticulously devoted to his studies, Martin has found time to devote to several leadership roles: president of the ESGA Senate, director of Student-led Chapel and vice president of Phi-Sigma Tau. Though he is uncertain where God will guide his career path following his time at Evangel, he believes his life will be a time of learning and loving people.
Class of 2012
Hometown: Lawton, Oklahoma
Major: Biblical Studies / Biblical Languages / English
Celia
As a student majoring in International/Multicultural Studies at Evangel University, Celia Plumb has had a variety of opportunities to gain experience working in her chosen field -- making a difference by fighting for social justice. During the summer of 2010 she interned at World Relief Headquarters in Baltimore, Maryland, working in the Church Engagement Department and doing advocacy work. She researched the persecution of Christians in Eastern Europe and refugee and immigration conditions and legislation. She attended Refugee Council USA meetings, immigration hearings and deportations forums in D.C., that she says broke her heart. She says the most “terrifying and exhilarating” part of her job was lobbying on behalf of the undocumented immigrant and refugee populations.
Class of 2012
Hometown: Baltimore, Maryland
Major: International/Multicultural Studies
Abigail
Abigail Gunasegaran, a native of Singapore, grew up in Tokyo, Japan, as an MK (missionary kid). Abigail always knew that she wanted to attend a university in the United States, and after much prayer, she knew that Evangel was where she was supposed to be. She was blessed with a relatively easy cultural transition when she arrived on Evangel’s campus, and she continues to enjoy sharing her cultural experiences with those around her. Abigail is thriving in the Evangel community as she earns her degree in Communication with hopes, one day, to pursue a career in the advertising industry.
Class of 2012
Hometown: Tokyo, Japan
Major: Advertising and Public Relations
Kyle
Though Kyle Nelson had not heard of Evangel before his sophomore year of high school, he was quickly captivated by the university’s representation at youth camp and National Fine Arts Festival (NFAF) his last few years of high school. When he had the opportunity to visit the campus for EU:24 and to meet personally with Dr. Michael Kolstad, chair of the Music Department, at the NFAF 2009, Kyle knew Evangel was where he needed to be. Kyle is now pursuing a degree in Music Education and is part of the many music ensembles and worship teams Evangel offers.
Class of 2014
Hometown: Broken Bow, Oklahoma
Major: Music Education
Gabriella
Though Gabriella Reyes originally planned to attend a college closer to her home in Connecticut, she felt God calling her to branch out. So at the last minute, Gabriella decided to join her sister at Evangel University. She is thriving in the Music Department and is discovering new ways to minister and hone her skills as a musician. Because of her passion for classical vocal performance, Gabriella hopes to minister to audiences in that venue in addition to traditional church audiences. All in all, Gabriella knows that God has given her a gift, and she is working to sing a skillful song unto Him.
Class of 2014
Hometown: Meriden, Connecticut
Major: Music Performance
Daniel
In the natural, Daniel Kober faced financial challenges in his pursuit of a college degree. But he held on to his faith that God would provide where He guided Daniel to go. Because of Daniel's academic performance in high school, he received several scholarship offers from various schools, including Evangel University. After weighing all the options before him, Daniel chose Evangel. " Evangel was the only choice I felt comfortable with, and I haven't had regrets," he says. He is now thriving academically, socially and spiritually at Evangel, pursuing his dreams in the field of immunology.
Class of 2012
Hometown: Menasha, Wisconsin
Major: Biology and Chemistry
Jonathan
Jonathan Martz loves music; but he loves God more. The summer before his freshman year of college, Jonathan planned to march with the Cavaliers, an esteemed group of Drum Corp. International, and to attend a university in Indiana in the fall. God had another plan, and Jonathan remembers God's tugging at his heart. "Over the summer I felt very distant from God, and I felt like I was running from His plans and trying to figure things out all by myself. So one day I was praying and I just said, 'God if you want me not to march this summer and go to EU, I will.' Instantly, I felt like a weight was lifted from me. I knew EU was where I needed to be."
Jonathan is a part of many of Evangel's performing ensembles and looks forward to his role as the euphonium/trombone section leader for Evangel's new marching band that will debut in the fall semester of 2011.
Class of 2014
Hometown: Blue Springs, Missouri
Major: Music Industry
Allison
When Allison Fontaine heard about Evangel University at a National Fine Arts Festival, she knew it was exactly what she was looking for. Despite some obstacles, including her inability to visit campus before her arrival as a freshman, Allison chose to follow God's lead and travel more than 1,000 miles to Evangel's campus in the fall of 2008 to enroll. Since then, God has confirmed again and again that her choice was the right one. She has built many relationships with faculty and peers and has encountered several leadership opportunities, all of which are shaping her into the leader God has called her to be. She is now entering her senior year and is the new director for CROSSwalk Student Ministries for the 2011-2012 academic year.
Class of 2012
Hometown: Ormond Beach, Florida
Major: Business Management and Intercultural Studies
Beth
Beth Norris has a passion for art, and after visiting her sister at Evangel as a high school student, she knew that Evangel was where she wanted to be. The friendly atmosphere and reception she received from students captivated her, and discovering Evangel's strong Art program was the clincher in her decision. Norris is thankful for the many friends she has attained, both peers and professors, who truly care about her and want to see her succeed in God's calling on her life.
Class of 2013
Hometown: Rochester, New York
Major: Art
Anna
Anna Lester first became aware of Evangel University at a National Fine Arts Festival and soon fell in love with the warm welcome she received throughout her application process. Despite financial obstacles, God provided everything Anna needed to attend Evangel. As Lester pursues her degree in Journalism, she is driven by her passion to make a difference in whatever way God sees fit.
Class of 2014
Hometown: Broken Bow, Oklahoma
Major: Journalism
Tommy
Tommy Meyer came to Evangel to play football, but almost immediately he realized that his coaches’ contagious passion for the sport was not the only reason he would remain at Evangel. He fell in love with the Christ-centeredness of Evangel’s classes, personal convictions and overall academic design. As a sophomore government major, Meyer has sharpened his study and time-management skills, allowing him not only to excel on the field but also in the classroom. He has been honored for two years running as the HAAC Conference football player at running back as a true freshman and sophomore.
Class of 2013
Hometown: West Plains, Missouri
Major/Minor: Government/Business Management