News Releases

The Evangel University Music Department will present its 37th annual Christmas concert on Friday, December 3 from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Robert H. Spence Chapel on Evangel’s campus. Doors will open at 6:15 p.m.

Evangel University will host the Midwest Christian Psychology Conference on Saturday, Dec. 4 from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Evangel University welcomes Andy Mineo, Christian hip hop artist and producer, to campus for a concert on January 22, 2022 from 7 – 10 p.m. in Spence Chapel. He will be joined by fellow Christian hip hop recording artist and songwriter Aaron Cole and pop duo Apollo LTD. The public is invited to attend.

Evangel University President Dr. Mike Rakes announces the release of his latest book, “Surrendered & Unafraid: The Flourishing of Faith During Seasons of Suffering.” It is available for order via Amazon and Kindle.

The Evangel University Music Department will present several musical performances this month. All events are free and the public is invited to attend.

Evangel University was recently gifted an authentic pasul (no longer kosher) Torah scroll for academic research and study. High resolution digital files of the Torah panels and columns have been compiled on a resource website that can now be used for worldwide study.

Evangel University’s Humanities Department and Theatre program proudly presents “The Diary of Anne Frank” on November 4-6 at 7 p.m. in the Barnett Fine Arts Center on Evangel’s campus.

Evangel University celebrated its annual Homecoming event on Oct. 21-23, and during the festivities several alumni were honored with distinguished awards.

Evangel University students, faculty, and staff will participate in national Make a Difference Day this Saturday, Oct. 30 from noon to 3 p.m. Participants will complete community service projects throughout the local community.

 The community is invited to attend several key events as part of Evangel University’s annual Homecoming celebration on October 21-23.

Dr. Mike Rakes will be installed as the fifth president of Evangel University during an inauguration celebration that will take place on October 21-22 as a kick-off to the university’s annual homecoming festivities.

Evangel University will host a Heritage of Hymns Concert, presented by the Messiah Project, on Saturday, Oct. 16 at 7 p.m. in Spence Chapel. The public is invited to attend, and admission to the event is free.

Evangel University is hosting an art exhibit titled “Behold: The Art of Transformation,” carrying the works of local artist Kurt Caddy.

Evangel University’s Humanities Department and Theatre program proudly present “Interrupting Vanessa,” a one-act play created by Colleen Neuman.

Evangel University has selected its new mascot – Valor. Valor is represented by a horse symbolizing the character and strength of Evangel.

Evangel University welcomes five new full-time faculty members for the 2021-22 academic year.

Former U.S. Attorney General John Ashcroft will participate in a night of reflection on Monday, Sep. 13 at 7 p.m. in Evangel University’s Barnett Recital Hall.

Dr. Mike McCorcle, provost and executive vice president, announces his retirement from Evangel University, effective at the end of the fall semester, after 26 years of service to the institution.

Dr. Larry Dissmore, professor of music and director of orchestral activities, and Dr. Sheri Phillips, newly retired vice president for student development, were recently recognized by the Assemblies of God Alliance for Christian Higher Education for excellence in service to Evangel University.