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Evangel University is the first affiliate partner of the Alliance for Healthcare Education.
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Evangel University is the first affiliate partner of the Alliance for Healthcare Education.

Evangel joins Alliance for Healthcare Education

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Evangel University is joining the ranks of the Alliance for Healthcare Education.

The Springfield university is the first affiliate partner of the alliance, according to a news release. The Alliance for Healthcare Education, announced last year, was founded by CoxHealth, Missouri State University, Ozarks Technical Community College and Springfield Public Schools.

"Our founding partners have already set a national precedent with this innovative collaboration. By integrating Evangel, we are taking a bold step to broaden our impact, enhancing our ability to fulfill our mission to prepare tomorrow's workforce and become the largest producer of health care professionals in the region," said Shallina Goodnight, alliance executive director, in the release.

As an affiliate partner, Evangel will have access to the same services, activities and collaborative opportunities as the founding partners, officials say. Evangel students who are pursuing health sciences careers will have the opportunity to participate in the Alliance for Healthcare Education's dual-degree program with MSU, allowing them to earn a bachelor's in health care from Evangel and a second degree in nursing from MSU.

“The link to practical and relevant training, as well as future employment opportunities that an affiliation with the alliance provides, is invaluable for our students,” said Mike Rakes, president of Evangel, in the release. “This partnership enhances our educational offerings and provides our students with a high-quality education, hands-on nursing training and an open door to a future career.”

Evangel students can start participating in the program starting in fall 2025. Students who enroll in the dual-degree program would complete nursing pre-requisite and general education courses on Evangel’s campus, with nursing-specific training at the alliance's Cox North campus. In addition to degrees earned at Evangel and MSU, students would receive a certificate from the alliance.

The Alliance for Healthcare Education recently was selected for $15 million in funding through the state budget signed by Gov. Mike Parson, according to past reporting.

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