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EU Global Connections is now Global Cultures & Compassion

Evangel University’s Global Connections program recently updated its name to Global Cultures & Compassion, reflecting the program’s focus on empowering students to engage cross-culturally with God’s compassion. Global Cultures & […]

A Dream Fulfilled

EU residence director and alum to return for final season with Valor Football By Jon T. Spence “There is a grace on your life to play football.” These words, spoken […]

Completing Your FAFSA: What You Need to Know

Filling out your FAFSA can be tedious and often confusing, but don’t worry – we’re here to help! From accepting your grants and loans to choosing from different Federal Student […]

Enhancing the Classroom with Open Educational Resources

“College is so EXPENSIVE.” How many times have we heard this statement, whether from our friends, our children, and especially ourselves? To say that a university degree costs a lot […]

Distinctive Department Spotlight: Isa Falig; Elementary Education

What brought you to Evangel? Evangel was never a question for me. Since I was a kid, Evangel has always left a lasting impression on me. My sister, who was […]

The Core Purpose of EU

by Dr. Mike Rakes, Evangel University President To become a nationally known, Spirit-driven university, defined by our world-class scholarship, transformational and personal growth, and spiritual formation, Evangel University embraces the […]

The Center for Compassion Meets Global Connections in Alaska

By Dr. Lattis Campbell Led by Dr. Lattis Campbell, a group of Evangel students took the first Global Connections Trip of 2023 to Alaska. While in Alaska, the students experienced […]

Distinctive Department Spotlight: Becky Ingle; Master of Education in Literacy

What brought you to Evangel? Over the years, I had looked at various graduate programs, but none of them seemed like the right fit. One of my coworkers shared information with […]

Distinctive Department Spotlight: Hannah Baldwin, Curriculum & Instruction Leadership Online

“Figure out what you love to do, and then figure out how to get paid to do it.” When I was in my thirties, I considered Dave Ramsey’s wisdom. I […]

Distinctive Department Spotlight: Sonni Williams; Curriculum & Instruction Leadership Online

What brought you to Evangel? Initially, I came to Evangel because of their reputation of quality educators in their education department. Once classes began, I knew this was where I […]

Distinctive Department Spotlight: David Meyer, Criminal Justice; Outstanding Alumnus

What brought you to Evangel University? I came to Evangel in the mid 90’s to attend college. I am from NY, so I didn’t know what to expect when I […]

Distinctive Department Spotlight: Heather Crow, Middle School Education

What brought you to Evangel? I came to Evangel because I was checking out the college online and saw the Founders scholarship (now called Valor Scholars Program). I thought I […]

Tips for Thriving at EU

Every student wants the best experience possible when choosing their university, and Evangel students are no exception! Transitioning into college can often be a daunting and confusing task, so we’re […]

Distinctive Department Spotlight: Hannah Elerick, Middle School Education

What brought you to Evangel? The easy answer on what brought me to Evangel would be the Lord. I was dead set on another college for four years and the […]

10 Invisible Skills EU Graduates Bring to Employers

by Dr. Mike Rakes Biblical worldview – the ability to see every person as valuable and operate with an ethos of compassion. Spiritual intelligence – an ability to engage others […]

Why Evangel? A Journey of Teacher Leadership

By Dr. Jenny Talburt I began the Ed.D. program as a classroom teacher, feeling a nudge to continue learning at high levels and to grow into something for which the […]

Why Evangel? Allison’s Ed.D. Story: Supporting Arts Integration in Nixa Schools

by Allison Fleetwood I cannot sit still. I love to try new things and have always been a lifelong learner. After fifteen years of teaching, I knew that I needed […]

Why Evangel? Ed.D. Student Experience

Dr. Stephanie Long When I decided to pursue my doctorate degree, Evangel offered several of the essentials I was looking for. I had successful experiences at a public university while […]

Looking to Complete an Ed.D.? Why Evangel?

by Dr. Susan Langston, Ed.D. Program Coordinator Why Evangel? What makes this Doctor of Education program unique? We get these questions a lot, and I love answering them! First, our […]

Education Department: Brian Breeden, Director of Operations for the Clever R-V School District

My name is Brian Breeden, and I am currently the Director of Operations for the Clever R-V School District. Starting July 1st, 2022, I will be taking over the superintendent […]