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 Lord was preparing me. Not having a clear vision for what I was working towards and simply resting in obedience, I felt seen as the […]
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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 to further my education to continue to grow as an educator. I was drawn to the Evangel Doctor of Education Program due to the accessibility […]
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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 pursuing my previous degrees, but being able to attend a faith-based institution intrigued me and I was excited about the possibility of being led by […]
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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 program involves all the Evangel traits that support student success while supporting spiritual development. Second, Evangel’s Ed.D. is a bargain. Third, our program is a high-quality, applicable, […]
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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 position for Clever. What brought you to Evangel? I remember my parents telling stories about Evangel and their experiences graduating from the education program from […]
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Education Department: Curriculum and Instruction Leadership Graduate
Madison Thompson, 2016 undergraduate education major, 2019 Curriculum and Instruction Leadership masters graduate What brought you to Evangel? I originally attended EU in 2013 because I wanted to “small school” experience. I returned in 2018 to the Curriculum and Instructional leadership program because the professors at Evangel are unmatched. The professors were able make online […]
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Distinctive Department Spotlight: Dr. Andrea Hughes, Master of Education in Literacy Program Coordinator
What brought you to Evangel? Evangel has an incredible reputation in the field of Education. Luckily, a mentor of mine saw the job posting and shared it with me and I applied immediately. I truly believe the Lord opened the doors to Evangel at just the right time. My husband and I had just welcomed our son […]
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