Meet Your New Mascot!
Our updated Evangels mascot logo is rich with symbolism and meaning, deeply rooted in Biblical passages, historical quotes, and inspirational messages from University leadership. Derived from scriptures such as Luke 2:10, which speaks of bringing “good news of great joy to all people,” and Psalms 104:4, which describes messengers as winds and flames of fire, the mascot embodies the role of Evangels as bearers of the light and hope of Christ.
Historical reflections, including the 1962 Clarion yearbook’s depiction of a burning torch as a symbol of being “on fire for Christ” and spreading light in a world of darkness, further reinforce this theme. All five University Presidents also emphasized the mission of Evangels to take forth light into darkness during their tenures. Together, these elements create a powerful narrative for the mascot, representing the University’s commitment to spreading the Good News of Jesus Christ.
PRESIDENT PHIL GREENWALD
“Our redesigned Evangel mascot is a powerful symbol of our mission to bring light and hope to the world, deeply rooted in Scripture and the legacy of our University. It represents our unwavering commitment to spreading the Good News of Jesus Christ!”
Mascot Symbolism
“He will cover you with His feathers, and under His wings you will find refuge…” Psalm 91:4
The bird holding the torch and going forward in flight represents taking the light into the world, as Evangels are called to do.
The five wings represent the five Presidents of MACU: Gaulke, Conley, Robinson, Fozard, and Greenwald.
3 feathers represents Create, Collaborate, and Innovate from our Mission Statement
Torch inspired by the 1962 Clarion yearbook and Maurice Slater’s note to the class of Gulf Coast Bible College
4 talons represent our ENDS Policies
3 rings on the torch represents Head, Heart, and Hands
ASHLEY GOTCHER (G’19)
“The new mascot image represents our continued commitment to developing leaders who are guided by faith. I hope this inspires Evangels of past, present, and future to take forth light into darkness.”
MACU ALUMNI ASSOCIATION