Project Impact Leaders
Directors John & Jen Kelsey
Campus: University of Oklahoma
Favorite Verse: Acts 20:24
Little Known Fact: Kels (John) loves disco.
Why I am excited about Project: Project Impact is a fantastic opportunity to meet new people and grow together in our love for Jesus and our vision for making disciples!
Cody and Sheri Johnson
Campus: University of Wyoming
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Heather Allen
Campus: Western State College
Favorite Verse: 1 Peter 5:2-4
Little Known Fact: I'm a unique mix: a bit of a girly girl, artsy-fartsy, sport enjoying, outdoorsy, Justin Bieber loving city girl who likes to wear a cute apron and bake any chance I get!
Why I am excited about Project: Looking back over the past several years, Project Impact has been one of the main tools that God has used to radically transform and mold my life! I'm extremely excited to see what God has in store for all us and the life changes that are to come if we are willing to allow Him to do so! I am so excited to be engulfed in community with like-hearted believers who are striving toward living their lives for Christ daily! Another key thing that I am excited about is the lifelong friendships that will be made during this time!
Riki Andrews
Campus: University of Wyoming
Favorite Verse: Psalm 119:73-80
Little Known Fact: I grew up with three brothers in a sports-infused house and while I enjoy football, baseball and getting my hands dirty on a long camping trip, I'm more of a girly-girl than some people realize.
Why I am excited about Project: I believe college years can be so vital for setting the tone and making decisions that will carry on through the rest of your life. God has blessed me with women who share their lives with me, teach me what they know about God, and invest time and energy in helping me grow and I have a passion for sharing life and God's love with others also.
Katy Brown
Campus: Oklahoma State University
Favorite Verse: Isaiah 30:21
Little Known Fact: (1) My brother and I had pet ducks when we were little named Donald and Daffy. (2) I beat box on the regular.
Why I am excited about Project: I did Project for the first time a couple of summers ago and loved it! I made great friends and God stretched my faith a lot. I can't wait to see what He does this year!
Heath Dancy
Campus: Southwestern Baptist Seminary
Favorite Verse: Proverbs 3:5-6
Little Known Fact: I have the biggest "man-crush" on Tim Tebow.
Why I am excited about Project: Other than getting to live in Colorado and not experiencing Texas' Summer Heat, I am excited about Project Impact because I want to continue my learning on how to make reproducing disciples and to put that wisdom into practice.
Ricky Ketchum
Campus: University of Denver
Favorite Verse: Hab. 3:17-18
Little Known Fact: I actually lived in Japan when I was a baby!
Why I am excited about Project: I love spending the time with college students and getting a chance to really be around some great godly people. It is always a life changing experience and I always get to learn so much through it.
Krystal Krug
Campus: Oklahoma State University
Favorite Verse: 1 Thessalonians 2:8
Little Known Fact: Although I'm usually pretty quiet, I can be very mischievous. For one thing, I like to play with fire.
Why I am excited about Project: I went to Project Impact the summer after my freshman year of college, and it was a life-changing summer for me. I made amazing friends (that I still talk to), God worked on many things in my heart, and I felt God's call to do college ministry. I am excited to have an opportunity to be a part of Project Impact again, this time getting to invest in the students that come through and watch God work in them. Plus, I know God is going to teach me a lot through the summer too!
Andrew Mace
Campus: University of Oklahoma
Favorite Verse: Romans 1:16
Little Known Fact: I can crochet beanies!
Why I am excited about Project: Project impact was a time in my life where God completely changed my heart. So, I am excited to be a part of Project and I am especially excited see what God will do in the hearts of the students this year!!
Ryan Rains
Campus: Oklahoma State University
Favorite Verse: Ephesians 2:8
Little Known Fact: I grew up on a farm.
Why I am excited about Project: I am excited about project because it reminds me of some of my own journey, and it seems like a great opportunity for everyone to grow and mature.
Sarah Jane Savage
Campus: University of Oklahoma
Favorite Verse: Psalm 27:13-14
Little Known Fact: If I had the time and resources I would go green/granola in every area of my life.
Why I am excited about Project: I am excited to see myself and students fall more in love with Jesus Christ at Project Impact!
Kurt Shiver
Campus: University of Oklahoma
Favorite Verse: Phil 2:3-4
Little Known Fact: I took piano lessons until I graduated from High School.
Why I am excited about Project: I am excited about Project Impact because I love working with college students and I am excited to help students see what God's purpose is for their lives.
Shane Vietzke
Campus: Oklahoma State University
Favorite Verse: 1 Corinthians 5:17
Little Known Fact: I took tap dancing lessons for 1 1/2 years ... beginning at age 17.
Why I am excited about Project: God made major shifts in my life when I went as a student 4 years ago. So as a group leader, I look forward to serving students and challenging them to expect the same big things from the Lord.