SPRINGFIELD, Mo. —Evangel University will host a groundbreaking ceremony for its newest residence facility, Daryl and Lois Flood Residence Hall, on Friday, April 25 at 10:45 a.m. The public is invited to attend the outdoor event, which will take place in the west parking lot between AGFinancial Arena and Valor Courts on Evangel’s campus.
When completed, Flood Hall will be a 57,816-square-foot, state-of-the-art dormitory designed to house up to 224 students. The four-story building will include 116 student rooms, featuring eight single-occupancy rooms for resident assistants, and full ADA accessibility throughout.
Flood Hall will offer a wide range of amenities aimed at enhancing the student experience, including:
- Separate men’s and women’s laundry rooms
- A main lobby and designated movie, prayer, and study rooms
- A meeting room and two outdoor terraces
- A two-bedroom, two-bath resident director suite
Flood Hall joins a growing list of transformational projects under the Here. Now. campaign, including the renovation of Walther Hall, construction of a lighted intramural turf field, and development of the Valor Center and Randy Rowden Training Facility. Collectively, these projects mark the first major building initiative on Evangel’s campus since the opening of the Ralph M. Riggs Administration Building in 2009.
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Evangel University, with its embedded Assemblies of God Theological Seminary (AGTS), is a comprehensive Spirit-led Christian university located in Springfield, Missouri. It is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities. Under the leadership of Dr. Mike Rakes, EU is committed to excellence in educating and equipping students to serve the Church and society globally and becoming compassionate innovators in their chosen vocations. EU offers more than 70 degree programs, including cutting-edge majors, pre-professional programs, and affordable and flexible online degree options.
EU is highly regarded and has been ranked:
- #1 Best College in Springfield & #2 Best Christian College in Missouri by Niche
- US News & World Report Best Colleges Top Performer in Social Mobility
- Colleges of Distinction Best Christian University
- Top 10 Best Universities by AcademicInfluence.com
- Third Most Beautiful Campus in the Midwest by Christian Colleges & Universities
- Top 10 Best Colleges in Missouri by BestColleges.com