Rev. Dr. Michelle Scott-Huffman is ordained in the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and believes wholeheartedly in the value of ecumenical, progressive ministry as a faith home for college students who are on the path to becoming their best, most authentic selves. An ecumenical minister and interfaith chaplain at heart, Michelle believes that our greatest work is meaning-making, that it’s all sacred, and that God loves everybody, no exceptions. Michelle and her wife, Stephanie, are a clergy couple navigating the empty nest years while cheering on their two young adult daughters, Alexis and Morgan.
Emily Aderhold
Administrative Assistant
Emily Aderhold is our Administrative Assistant at Ekklesia Campus Ministry. She is always up for learning something new, and thinks that sharing with and learning from others is one of the most important things a person can do. In her spare time, she enjoys knitting and being outside.
Ekklesia Student Staff
Jagger is a senior computer science student who has participated in Ekklesia from the first week he was in college. He loves to meet new people, and he enjoys singing every week in a local church choir. He hopes that Ekklesia can continue to be a welcoming place for everybody!
Sam is a senior majoring in Psychology with minors in Sign Language Studies and Diversity studies and a certificate in Mental Health and Spirituality. He loves supporting others in whatever they may need, making new connections, and learning more about Interfaith!
Chandra Locke
Ekklesia Ozarks Tech President, Community Engagement Peer Minister
Chandra is a Spring 2026 graduate in Social Work and Behavioral Sciences. She is currently pursuing an American Sign Language Certification and works part-time with students on the Ozarks Tech Campus. She enjoys aiding the community in any way possible while providing support to anyone in need. In her free time, she also enjoys playing and setting up card and board games as the Tabletop Gaming Club President.
UMHE Board Members
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David Rauch, President, St. Peter’s Evangelical UCC
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Rev. Alyssa Spradlin, Vice President, Brentwood CC
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Orion Peterson, Secretary, Alumni, St. Charles, MO
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Rev. Jenn Simmons, Treasurer, Springfield, MO
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Rev. Samantha Nichols, Board Member, ELCA, Alumni
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Melodie Bennett, Board Member, Westminster Presbyterian
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Mary Lou Datema, Board Member, St. John's Chapel UCC
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Tona Rowett, Board Member, UCC, Alumni