After more than 30 years on the Berrien County Board of Health, Dr. Duane McBride is stepping down.

He said he’s worked with great health officers–from Jerry Erickson to Mike Mortimer to Nikki Britten to Courtney Davis and now, Guy Miller.

“I think public health really, really makes a difference in this world with clean water, sewer, septic tanks,” said McBride, who is 80 years old. “It’s really making a difference in the lives and the quality of life of people and so it's been a pleasure and honor for me to be a part of this.”

McBride grew up in the Chicago suburbs before moving to Berrien Springs to attend Andrews University, where he received a bachelor’s degree in behavioral science in 1968.

He received his PhD in sociology in 1976 from the University of Kentucky and worked for 13 years with the University of Miami School of Medicine in psychiatry and behavioral science before returning to Southwest Michigan.

The Department of Aviation at Andrews University recently unveiled a new 737-MAX Crew Resource Trainer, a full-scale replica of a Boeing 737 cockpit designed to enhance advanced pilot training. The simulator was introduced during an Open House and Dedication Ceremony on Feb. 27, 2026, marking a significant step forward for the University’s aviation program and its preparation of future professional pilots.

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A qualifying student for the Denominational Tuition Guarantee Scholarship must be admitted and registered as a new full-time, degree-seeking undergraduate student beginning in the fall 2026 semester; eligible for denominational tuition assistance under applicable North American Division (NAD) working policy; receive denominational tuition assistance equal to at least 70% of Andrews University undergraduate tuition from the sponsoring conference, union, division, or other approved denominational employer; reside in Andrews University residential housing unless otherwise approved by the University; maintain continuous enrollment and satisfy all applicable University academic, enrollment and scholarship renewal requirements.

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