Hey, Evangel!

Welcome back from Fall Break! We've officially made it halfway through the semester, and if you are feeling the relief of surviving midterms, you're not alone. As we move forward, this newsletter is packed with exciting updates, including students giving back during Make a Difference Day and Evangel reaching record-breaking enrollment numbers. Plus, get a glimpse into the Zimmerman Hall Greenhouse and check out photos of students making the most of their time on campus.

Here’s to a great second half of the semester!

- Evangel Valor Media Staff

One of the organizations students will have the opportunity to serve with is Victory Mission, a group which works to meet the needs of unsheltered people in Springfield. Photo by Emma Mullings.

This year, Evangel will be taking part in Make a Difference Day from Oct. 24-26, allowing students to engage in more flexible service opportunities at local nonprofits. With over 170 students signed up, the event will include volunteering at organizations such as Harmony House and Convoy of Hope. Learn more about this change and how it benefits both students and the community.
 

Top left: Evangel's Women's Soccer team took a break from the field to enjoy team bonding and pumpkin painting. 
Top right: Junior Emma Mayne took photographs for Excalibur Magazine’s upcoming cover.
Middle left: Sydney Hobson, sophomore, and Austyn Mickey, junior, enjoyed dessert during their soccer trip to Witchita, Kansas.
Middle right: On the road to Wichita, Kansas, the Evangel women's soccer team took a quick break to refuel with coffee from Dutch Bros.
Bottom left: Excalibur Magazine staff members updated their professional headshots during a recent photoshoot. 
Photos by Haven Stanley.

Involvement in Evangel athletics and student media teams involves more than just practice or meetings—it is full of memorable and engaging opportunities. Recently, the women’s soccer team spent time off the field with team bonding activities, including pumpkin painting and fellowship. Meanwhile, students involved in media teams, like the Excalibur Magazine staff, have opportunities for creative work contributing to award-winning media. These experiences not only build skills but also create lasting connections. There’s no shortage of ways to get involved at Evangel. 

 

Senior quarterback Reid Potts delivered a strong performance in the Oct. 19 game against Bethany College, recording 266 total yards and three touchdowns. His leadership on the field helped secure a 68-17 victory for the team.

Have you visited the greenhouse on the third floor of Zimmerman Hall in the Natural and Applied Science Department? With a view of campus and Glenstone Avenue, this is a great place to study or explore. Photo by Madison Mabry.
 
Evangel Secret Places reveals hidden gems around campus, highlighting the unique and remarkable aspects of everyday life at Evangel University.
 

The Fall 2024 Registrar's Report revealed a surge in Evangel University’s traditional undergraduate enrollment this year, with a 9% increase since 2020. In 2024, over 330 freshmen and 68 transfer students have driven the largest enrollment spike in recent history. This year, Evangel set a new total enrollment record of 2,621 undergraduate and graduate students. Want to know what is fueling this growth? Read the full article through the link below.

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