BOLDLY CHRISTIAN. UNQUESTIONABLY ACADEMIC.

     Never in our history have we faced times of greater need for Christian leadership in our homes, on our campuses, in our businesses and in our government. As the national university of arts, sciences and professions of the Assemblies of God, Evangel's focus for over 50 years has been on training young people for these leadership positions.

Today, more than 27,000 alumni are serving around the world, including such prominent graduates as Admiral Vernon Clark, Chief of U.S. Naval Operations (retired); Congressman Todd Tiahrt (R-Kan.); and Richard Grenell, spokesperson for the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations.

Evangel has a strong reputation for academic excellence, offering more than 100 undergraduate programs, as well as graduate programs in Leadership, Psychology and Education. Its staff, curriculum and campus activities focus is on assisting students in the integration of their Christian faith into their chosen career fields.

Evangel is a residential university. Approximately 75 percent of our students live on campus in modern residence halls. The University draws students from all 50 states and many foreign countries.  

COMMUNITY/REGIONAL INFORMATION:

Evangel is nearing the end of an extensive campus renovation and development program, with a focus on students' needs for the new millennium. Since 1997, seven major construction projects have been completed, including two three-story academic buildings, a student fitness center, a student union complex, and the massive Barnett Fine Arts Center.

Springfield was recently named one of "America's 10 Best Places to Live and Work" based on its "thriving economy, first-rate education and superior health care." Employment opportunities are ample. The metro population is more than 155,000, and major cities such as St. Louis and Kansas City are just a three-hour drive.

For those interested in outdoor activities, Springfield is surrounded by the beautiful Ozark Mountain country, featuring lakes and streams for fishing, and parks and trails for hiking. It is the home of the Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World, and the family-oriented theme parks and music shows of Branson, Missouri, are less than an hour away.

Springfield is a college town, with five other colleges and universities nearby. In addition, the Assemblies of God Theological Seminary is adjacent to the Evangel campus. 

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

Ministry Groups:

Evangel's student ministry organization, CROSSwalk, sponsors ministry groups and organizes a variety of missions trips each year. In addition, choral and instrumental groups under the auspices of Evangel's Music Department tour nationally and overseas. Each spring, the Science and Technology Department sponsors a medical missions trip to Central/South America or Africa.

Clubs:

More than 40 organized clubs, 10 honor societies and a variety of musical ensembles and student government activities are available for student participation. Students can develop their creative skills by becoming involved in Evangel's nationally recognized student publications, as well as the campus radio and television stations.

Other:

Each semester, students have many opportunities to enjoy Artist Series Events, Staley Lecture Series, concerts, recitals, improvisational comedy performances and drama productions. Activities are also planned by student government, residence halls and academic departments. The intramural sports program provides opportunities to participate in voluntary sports activities. Internship opportunities within the students' career fields are available through Project Envision (see http://www.evangel.edu/).