President's Congress - Evangel University be_ixf;ym_202604 d_23; ct_50 be_ixf; php_sdk; php_sdk_1.4.26 Skip to Footer About University Overview President’s Congress President's Congress Due to inclement weather and hazardous travel conditions, the school will be closed on Monday, Jan. 26, 2026. The President’s Congress, comprised of leaders across all sectors of the university, exists to competently communicate and invigorate the Spirit-driven mission of Evangel University. The Congress serves under the leadership of the Office of the President. Members of President’s Congress Dr. Mike Rakes University President Pastor Darla Rakes Ambassador to Donors and Students Dr. Michael Kolstad Executive Vice President/Chief of Staff Linda Allen Executive Vice President/Chief Financial Officer Chris Belcher Vice President for Enrollment Management Destiny Deas Vice President for Advancement Dr. Jon Spence Vice President of Academic Affairs/Chief Academic Officer Dr. Wade Mumm Vice President of Assemblies of God Theological Seminary (AGTS) and Innovation Rev. Mark Entzminger Vice President for Student Development Erin Hedlun Chief Marketing and Communications Officer Dr. Lisa Tyson Dean of the College of Online Learning Steve Gause Dean of Students Leah Wilson Director of Counseling Services Aaron Miner Facilities Director Dan Edwards Controller Dennis Wood IT Director Mark Fabian Director of Online and Graduate Student Services Rob Bartels Human Resources Director Stephen Houseknecht Director of Center for Student Success Dr. Tom Matrone Music Department Chair Navigate Through About Request Information Policies Office of the President Strategic Plan University Overview President’s Congress History Board of Trustees Cabinet Mission & Quick Facts University Accreditation Assessment Loan Repayment Assistance for Evangel Students Benefits Open Positions Campus Location Partnerships Employment Application Process Conferences and Events HR Staff Directory Publications Consumer Information Relationships Affiliate Organizations Articulation/Consortium Agreements Memberships Partnerships Christian School Partnerships School District Partnerships Ministry Network Partnerships Church Partnerships Business & Organizational Partnerships Faculty & Staff Portal Request Information We updated our to address some of the new privacy laws in Europe. Tap "OK" to let us know if you're okay with the updates.