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Andrews University Agenda http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/ News and Events at Andrews University en-us Copyright 2026, Andrews University Wed, 11 Nov 2026 10:08:00 +0000 Wed, 11 Nov 2026 10:08:00 +0000 webmaster@andrews.edu webmaster@andrews.edu South Bend Youth Symphony Orchestra http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70482 <h4> Experience the Power of Live Orchestral Music!</h4> <h4> South Bend Youth Symphony Orchestras — Fall Concert</h4> <h4> Sunday, November 22, 2026 | 4:00 PM</h4> Join the South Bend Youth Symphony Orchestras (SBYSO) for an inspiring afternoon of live orchestral music as more than 130 talented young musicians take the stage for the first full-length concert of the 2026–27 season! Featuring powerful symphonic masterpieces, expressive melodies, and the remarkable talent of young musicians from across northern Indiana and southwest Michigan, this concert promises an unforgettable musical experience for audiences of all ages. The afternoon opens with the Concert Orchestra, conducted by Zac Coudret, performing a diverse program of orchestral favorites and evocative works, including: <ul> <li> Haydn/Isaac — Symphony No. 88</li> <li> Barnes — Yorkshire Ballad</li> <li> Wagner — Ancient Echoes of Time</li> </ul> The Symphony Orchestra, SBYSO’s advanced ensemble, takes the stage under the direction of Dr. Robert Boardman for a thrilling program featuring two works: the first movement of Mahler’s Symphony No. 2, and “In the Hall of the Mountain King” by Edvard Grieg. The Symphony Orchestra will also feature David Polaniecki, winner of the 2025–26 SBYSO Concert Competition, performing Paul Hindemith’s deeply expressive Trauermusik—a special opportunity to experience an outstanding young soloist alongside the full orchestra. With musicians ages 10–18 representing a ten-county region, SBYSO celebrates the dedication, artistry, and passion of the next generation of classical musicians. Come experience the energy of a live performance and discover what these extraordinary young artists can accomplish together. SBYSO thanks our season sponsor, Indiana Trust Wealth Management, as well as the Community Foundation of Saint Joseph County and the Indiana Arts Commission, for their support. We invite you to join us for an afternoon of inspiring music and outstanding young talent.  Learn more about SBYSO: <ul> <li> Website: <a href="https://sbyso.org/" title="https://sbyso.org/">https://sbyso.org</a></li> <li> Email: sbyso@sbyso.org</li> <li> Call or text: 574-302-5900</li> </ul> Wed, 11 Nov 2026 10:07:02 +0000 Eau Claire SDA Church Service, November 14 http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70531 <div color:="" data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody" font-feature-settings:="" font-kerning:="" font-language-override:="" font-optical-sizing:="" font-size-adjust:="" font-variation-settings:="" margin:="" new="" padding:="" style="border: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variant-emoji: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 12pt; line-height: inherit; font-family: " times="" vertical-align:=""> Dr. Tom Shepherd is the speaker at the Eau Claire Seventh-day Adventist Church this Saturday. Pastor Shepherd continues his series on the General Epistles (James-Jude). His sermon from James chapter 2 is titled "Filthy Rags, Golden Rings and Cheap Grace." The church service begins at 9:30 a.m. followed by Sabbath School at 11:00 a.m. All are welcome.</div> <span font-feature-settings:="" font-kerning:="" font-language-override:="" font-optical-sizing:="" font-size-adjust:="" font-variation-settings:="" margin:="" new="" padding:="" style="border: 0px; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 12pt; line-height: inherit; font-family: " times="" vertical-align:="">  <span font-feature-settings:="" font-kerning:="" font-language-override:="" font-optical-sizing:="" font-size-adjust:="" font-variation-settings:="" margin:="" new="" padding:="" style="border: 0px; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 12pt; line-height: inherit; font-family: " times="" vertical-align:="">The Eau Claire church is located at 6562 Naomi Road in Eau Claire. Prayer meeting is at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesdays via Zoom. Contact Pastor Shepherd for details at <span color:="" font-feature-settings:="" font-kerning:="" font-language-override:="" font-optical-sizing:="" font-size-adjust:="" font-variation-settings:="" margin:="" new="" padding:="" style="border: 0px; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 12pt; line-height: inherit; font-family: " times="" vertical-align:=""><a data-linkindex="0" href="mailto:trs@andrews.edu" id="OWAac2da5d6-2d84-6e1e-a00e-4077ddb3e448" style="border: 0px; font: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; color: rgb(70, 120, 134);" title="mailto:trs@andrews.edu">trs@andrews.edu</a> Wed, 11 Nov 2026 08:37:00 +0000 Lahing Kayumanggi - AUSO Fall Concert http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69255 <div class="xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs" style="margin-inline: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(8, 8, 9); font-size: 15px;"> Graduate conducting student Lymuel Jay Ligsay will be leading this concert, offering audiences an opportunity to experience three distinct styles of orchestral music in one evening. Featuring works by composers such as Ludwig van Beethoven, Leo Sowerby, and Lucio San Pedro, whose music celebrates his Filipino heritage, the program promises an engaging and diverse musical experience.</div>   <div class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s" style="margin-inline: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0.5em; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(8, 8, 9); font-size: 15px;"> FREE. No tickets needed</div> -----------------------------------------   Andrews University Symphony Orchestra Conductor: Marc Élysée The Andrews University Symphony Orchestra is the core ensemble of the orchestral program at Andrews University. In addition to their current series at the Howard Performing Arts Center, the Symphony Orchestra travels within the Great Lakes region as well as internationally. Since 2006, the orchestra has performed in Italy, Austria, Germany, France, the Philippines and Costa Rica. More information coming later... Tue, 10 Nov 2026 17:17:14 +0000 Beatha Shiorraidh - A Senior Voice Recital http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70530 <div class="xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs" style="margin-inline: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(8, 8, 9); font-size: 15px;"> David Ashley, a senior voice student at Andrews University, will present a vocal recital with works by Mozart, Verdi, Schubert, Hogan, Britten, and Rodgers and Hammerstein.</div> <div class="xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs" style="margin-inline: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(8, 8, 9); font-size: 15px;">  </div> <div class="xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs" style="margin-inline: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(8, 8, 9); font-size: 15px;"> The program will feature the world premiere of an original work by Michael Sandvik.</div> <div class="x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs xtlvy1s" style="margin-inline: 0px; overflow-wrap: break-word; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0.5em; font-family: "Segoe UI Historic", "Segoe UI", Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; color: rgb(8, 8, 9); font-size: 15px;"> FREE event. No tickets needed.</div>   Tue, 10 Nov 2026 17:12:07 +0000 Career 101 Workshop: Missions, Service, and Career http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70339 This session will help students understand how to leverage their service learning and missions experiences by properly documenting them on their resumes and in interviews to demonstrate direct experience or transferrable skills gained at their service sites. This session is specifically for students who have served as missionaries or who have participated in service-learning projects. The sessions will take place on November 17, 2026, from 11:30 am – 12:20 pm in Chan Shun 108. Cocurricular credit is provided. A hybrid option is available for distance learning students. Contact <a href="mailto:career@andrews.edu">career@andrews.edu</a>for details. Tue, 10 Nov 2026 11:30:00 +0000 Drone Challenge Check-In: Missions Q&A http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70432 Location: James White Library, Room 304 Date and Time: Nov. 17, 11:30 am Description:  <ul> <li> Required: Final Draft of Components List with Purchasing Links</li> <li> Learning In-Session: Missions Q&A</li> </ul> Tue, 10 Nov 2026 11:30:00 +0000 World Kindness Day http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70522 Celebrate World Kindness Day — November 13, 2026 Small acts. Meaningful connections. The Counseling & Testing Center invites the Andrews University community to celebrate World Kindness Day on Friday, November 13. Together, we can make our campus a place where people feel seen, valued, and supported. Kindness does not have to be a grand gesture. Taking a moment to listen, offering encouragement, or including someone new can make a meaningful difference. We may not always know what another person is going through, but we can choose to meet them with patience and compassion. Celebrate by putting kindness into action: <ul data-spread="false"> <li> Check in on a friend or classmate and take time to listen. </li> <li> Share a thoughtful note or word of encouragement. </li> <li> Invite someone sitting alone to join you. </li> <li> Thank someone whose efforts often go unnoticed. </li> <li> Offer a helping hand without expecting anything in return. </li> <li> Extend kindness to yourself by making time for rest and speaking to yourself with compassion. </li> </ul> Let November 13 be a reminder to carry kindness into our everyday interactions. Each caring act is an opportunity to strengthen connections and help someone feel that they belong. Thrive • Connect • Belong Fri, 06 Nov 2026 10:44:05 +0000 Special Recognition of Andrews Veterans on Campus http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70521 Autumn is naturally a time for reflection and for giving thanks. At this special time, Andrews University would like to take an opportunity to express our gratitude for our student veterans' service to our country. Our University is thankful and proud that these students have chosen Andrews University to reach their educational goals. To help honor their service, we are planning to recognize our Andrews University veterans during one of the Tuesday choice options on Nov. 10, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. The program will be held in Newbold Auditorium, Buller Hall. Additional Veterans Day events: <ul> <li> Nov. 10: Pizza dinner invitation for Andrews  student/staff veterans & families, dependents of veterans (Buller Hall, Student Lobby 5:30pm) Please RSVP at <a href="mailto:veterans@andrews.edu">veterans@andrews.edu</a> to help plan for head count. </li> <li> Nov. 10: Tuesday choice—testimony with Army Veteran Pastor Taariq Patel, Andrews University alumnus, Buller Hall Auditorium, 11:30 a.m.–12:15 p.m.</li> <li> Nov. 11: Afternoon Pop-Up- Join AU Veteran's Services and  AU SILA (Student Involvement, Leadership, and Activities) in the Campus Center for a special treat in honor of those who have served our country. Our delectable special treat is first come, first served. </li> </ul> This time of remembrance and recognition is crucial. Throughout our history, military service members have put on their uniforms to protect our nation’s values and liberties. For our Veterans Day events, we will focus on the U.S. Veterans Administration’s 2026 theme of America’s 250th Anniversary.    For 250 years, Veterans and service members have defended our nation with honor, courage and dedication. As we mark this historic milestone, we recognize every individual who has worn the uniform and answered the call to serve. Their sacrifice has safeguarded our freedoms and shaped the values that define America. We honor their legacy and reaffirm our commitment to supporting all who have served in the past, are serving now, and will serve in the future With that theme, Andrews University wants to recognize our student veterans and their fellow veterans who have made a sacrifice to serve our country. As we look back on their service, and on centuries of veterans’ service and sacrifice, we must always maintain a vision for the future. We hope that we can continue to honor all who served, while also focusing on the needs of the next generation of veterans. If you have had a meaningful experience in your own service to your country and would be willing to share some of those experiences with others, we would love to hear from you. You can share your experiences and memories either in words or images. Please connect with Fares Magesa, our Andrews University veteran certifying official, at <a href="mailto:veterans@andrews.edu">veterans@andrews.edu</a>. We look forward to seeing you at these Veterans Day events. For our student veterans, if you are unable to join us, please accept our grateful thanks with this note.   Thu, 05 Nov 2026 20:47:38 +0000