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Andrews University Agenda http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/ News and Events at Andrews University en-us Copyright 2026, Andrews University Mon, 26 Jan 2026 14:57:00 +0000 Mon, 26 Jan 2026 14:57:00 +0000 webmaster@andrews.edu webmaster@andrews.edu Knott Named Interim Assistant to the President http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68748 <p> Andrews University is pleased to introduce Esther R. Knott as interim assistant to the president for Mission & Culture and diversity officer. Later this year, there will be a search process to fill the position on a regular basis.</p> <p> Knott is an alumna of Andrews University and brings to this role a remarkable breadth of experience in ministry, leadership and community engagement that will serve the University community well.</p> <p> Knott’s career in Adventist ministry spans more than four decades. She began her pastoral ministry as chaplain at Broadview Academy and later as assistant chaplain at Andrews. Her pastoral leadership at Sligo Church in Maryland and her 16 years at Pioneer Memorial Church have demonstrated her effectiveness in nurturing faith communities.</p> <p> Most recently, Knott served for 13 years as associate director of the North American Division (NAD) Ministerial Association, where she trained and inspired pastors in the NAD and around the world. She has also directed the Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry Program (English) at the Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary.</p> <p> Beyond her denominational service, Knott has demonstrated a sustained commitment to her local community. She has been a member of the Berrien Springs Rotary Club since 1997, serving as club president and organizing service initiatives including Christmas Behind Bars, Christmas Care (serving over 300 local families) and Neighbor to Neighbor. Her volunteer work extends to Big Brothers Big Sisters, the Berrien County Youth Fair and the annual CROP Hunger Walk.</p> <p> Her service has also taken her abroad on mission trips to Bolivia, Belize, Ecuador, India, Mexico and Peru, as well as health volunteer work with Pathway to Health and AMEN clinics.</p> <p> Knott brings a global perspective, having lived in Trinidad, the United Kingdom, Canada and the United States. She has a rich history of working effectively in broadly multicultural settings, experiences that will serve her and Andrews well as she steps into this role.</p> <p> Knott shares, “It is a great honor to assist the president in enhancing the ways in which our culturally rich community will experience the specific God-given mission of Andrews University.” She adds, “It is my prayer that all who spend time on our campus will experience God’s love as contagious and compelling, and that, because of our shared global cultural connections, will find creative ways to communicate God’s love to a world that so desperately needs it.”</p> Mon, 26 Jan 2026 14:26:41 +0000 CANCELLED!! AU Wind Symphony & Andrews Brass http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67524 <div> <div> <strong>IMPORTANT UPDATE:</strong></div> <div>  </div> <div> <h2> As a result of the winter weather and unsafe road conditions, the AU Wind Symphony has not been able to hold sufficient rehearsals to be fully prepared for the upcoming concert. As a result, our winter concert, "A British Winter's Night" is now officially cancelled. </h2> </div> <div>  </div> <div> IMPORTANT UPDATE:</div> <div>  </div> <div> "A British Winter’s Night" will be an evening of lively traditional British tunes and ballads. From the popular Vaughan Williams "English Folk Song<em> </em>Suite<em>" </em>to the rousing tunes of "The Irish Washerwoman" and<em> "</em>Country Gardens<em>," </em>this evening is sure to delight!</div> <div> <p> <strong>This concert will also feature our newly formed Andrews Brass</strong>, an ensemble of student musicians. The Andrews University Wind Symphony, under the direction of Denisse Santos-Gooden will take the stage at the Howard Performing Arts Center on <strong>Jan. 31, 2026, at 7:30 p.m</strong>. <strong>This is a change from the original time of 8 p.m.</strong> Due to unforeseen circumstances,<strong> the SMC Brass Band will not be able to join us this year</strong>. We hope you choose to start off your new year with toe-tapping tunes and swaying sweet melodies! Tickets are available at <a href="https://howard.andrews.edu">howard.andrews.edu</a>.</p> </div> <div>  </div> </div> <div>  </div> <div> <strong>Repertoire</strong></div> <div>  </div> <div> <p> "Rigaudon" by André Campra 1:45</p> <p> "Crown Him With Many Crowns" by George Elvey 3:00</p> <p> <strong><em><br /> Andrews Brass</em></strong></p> <p> "Country Gardens" - Percy Grainger 2:16</p> <p> "English Folk Song Suite" - Ralph Vaughn Williams 11:30</p> <p style="margin-left: 40px;"> I. March: Seventeen Come Sunday<br /> II. Intermezzo: My Bonny Boy<br /> III. March: Songs From Sommerset</p> </div> <div> "The Irish Washerwoman" - Leroy Anderson 3:12</div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div> <em><strong>-Intermission-</strong></em></div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> <div> "Coventry Variant" - Greg Sanders 7:00</div> <div>  </div> <div> "Irish Tune From County Derry" - Percy Grainger 4:30 </div> <div>  </div> <div> "Canterbury Chorale" - Jan Van der Roost 5:50</div> <div>  </div> <div> "March Grandioso" - R.F. Seitz, arr. Andrew Glover 2:17</div> <div>  </div> <div> -----------------------------</div> <p> Length of program 40:00</p> <div>  </div> <div> <strong>Andrews University Wind Symphony<br /> Conductor: Denisse Santos-Gooden</strong></div> <div>  </div> <div> The Andrews University Wind Symphony maintains a significant travel schedule throughout the Great Lakes area and seeks to provide high quality music programs and concerts representative of Adventist education and Andrews University. The Wind Symphony has performed in England, France, Spain, Germany, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, Canada and throughout the United States.</div> Mon, 26 Jan 2026 13:09:32 +0000 Sunday Music Series: Aleksandra Kemble http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67536 <p> A native of Slovakia, Aleksandra Kemble holds a Doctor of Arts in flute performance from Ball State University. She is a versatile player who has participated in many master classes throughout Europe and studied with teachers who broadened her knowledge and passion for flute. Kemble holds the principal flute position with the La Porte and Elkhart Symphonies and has also performed with multiple orchestras in the Michiana region. Kemble is a devoted educator and holds several university positions as adjunct faculty of flute, including at Andrews University.</p> <p> In conjunction with this concert, the Berrien Springs Garden Club will be offering a light tea reception following this FREE recital.  Bring a friend, enjoy nice music, and stay for a chat and a home-made cookie with herbal tea.  The HPAC is a handicap-friendly space.</p> Fri, 23 Jan 2026 16:28:01 +0000 Spring Week of Prayer, 1/26-30 http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67974 <p> <strong>Week of Prayer </strong>will take place from <strong>Jan. 26–30</strong> with the theme <strong>“Unburdened.”</strong> In Christ, it is our privilege to live with a clear conscience, free from the burden of guilt and from the burden of bitterness.</p> <p> The speaker for the week will be <strong>Kessia Reyne Bennett,</strong> lead pastor of Pleasant Valley Church in Oregon. Previously, she has served as a pastor at College View Church and Paw Paw Adventist Church as well as a chaplain at Southern Adventist University. While a student at Andrews, she served as a dorm chaplain, improv team leader and MDiv student. Outside of ministry, she enjoys poetry, exploring trails and discovering new music.</p> <p>  </p> <p> <strong>Morning Chapel Services</strong><br /> <em>Pioneer Memorial Church (PMC) Sanctuary</em><br /> 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m.</p> <p> Chapel credit will be given for each morning presentation. A modified class schedule will be in effect during the mornings.<br /> <br /> <strong>Monday: "Forgiven/Forgiving"</strong><br /> Most of the pain we live with is misidentified and is actually rooted in our burdened consciences. Live forgiven; live forgiving; live free.<br /> <br /> <strong>Tuesday: "Clear Eyes"</strong><br /> We need a clear vision of the character of Christ so we can have a clear vision of Christ in us (a.k.a. holiness).<br /> <br /> <strong>Wednesday: "No Bitter Root"</strong><br /> Unforgiveness is a pervasive source of pain and sin in human lives. Christ will remove that bitter root from the heart.<br /> <br /> <strong>Thursday: "Counting the Cost, Paying the Price"</strong><br /> To forgive others requires facing the losses we've incurred and then finding our repair in Christ.<br /> <br /> <strong>Friday Morning: "Forgiving Myself"</strong><br /> Often the person we’re least ready to forgive is ourselves. But in Christ, by faith, we allow His verdict to overturn our own.</p> <p> <br /> <strong>Evening Prayer Gatherings</strong><br /> <em>Meet in front of Pioneer Memorial Church</em><br /> 7:30 p.m.</p> <p> Each evening, we will meet with fellow college students and church members for a time of prayer. Cocurricular credit will be given for each evening prayer session.</p> <p> <strong>Monday, Tuesday & Thursday Evenings</strong></p> <ul> <li> 10 minutes of personal prayer</li> <li> 10 minutes of prayer in groups of 2–3</li> <li> 10 minutes of prayer together as a community</li> </ul> <p> <strong>Wednesday Evening</strong></p> <ul> <li> Held at Pioneer Memorial Church</li> <li> Will be formatted as a United Prayer Service, similar to the weekly prayer gatherings on campus</li> </ul> <p> <strong>Friday Evening: "Living Free"</strong></p> <ul> <li> Held at Pioneer Memorial Church</li> <li> Closing words from Kessia Reyne Bennett<br />  </li> </ul> Thu, 22 Jan 2026 16:48:58 +0000 Andrews to Host Spiritual Retreat for Students http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68760 <p> Andrews University is excited to once again host Standout, a spiritual retreat for high school-aged students from public or homeschool backgrounds, from Feb. 20–22, 2026.</p> <p> Free of cost for all registered students and sponsors, Standout offers complimentary lodging and meals throughout the weekend. The featured speaker will be Jermaine Gayle, senior pastor of the Kalamazoo Seventh-day Adventist Church. </p> <p> <<< Read the full story at the Lake Union Herald <a href="https://www.lakeunionherald.org/archive/articles/andrews-university-hosts-standout-a-spiritual-retreat-for-public-and-homeschooled-high-school-students">site</a> >>></p> Thu, 22 Jan 2026 10:01:19 +0000 2026 Newmyer Classic Welcomes Over 40 Teams http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68759 <p> The annual Newmyer Classic, a high school basketball tournament hosted by Andrews University, returns to campus from Jan. 22–24, welcoming more than 40 teams from across the United States and Canada.  </p> <p> Formerly known as the Cardinal Classic, the tournament was renamed the Newmyer Classic in 2016 to honor the Newmyer family for their long-standing support of Christian and Seventh-day Adventist education. Now in its 10th year under the Newmyer name, the tournament has become a signature event from the Andrews University Office of Athletics. It emphasizes competitive excellence, sportsmanship and faith-centered fellowship. </p> <p> <<< Read the full story on the Lake Union Herald <a href="https://www.lakeunionherald.org/archive/articles/2026-newmyer-classic-to-welcome-over-40-basketball-teams-to-andrews-university">site</a> >>></p> Thu, 22 Jan 2026 10:00:01 +0000 Timber Ridge Apartments Now Leasing http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68758 <p> Timber Ridge Apartments are the newest addition to Andrews University housing, thoughtfully designed for single students seeking a quiet, functional and community-oriented living experience.</p> <p> Apartment Features</p> <ul> <li> Bright living room and dining area</li> <li> Modern kitchen</li> <li> Cozy bedroom</li> <li> Updated bathroom</li> <li> Convenient pantry</li> <li> Unfurnished units</li> </ul> <p> Community Amenities</p> <ul> <li> On-site laundry facility</li> <li> Fitness room</li> <li> High-speed internet</li> <li> Recreational and study spaces</li> <li> Conference room</li> <li> Community center</li> </ul> <div> Timber Ridge Apartments are located off the main campus. Access requires travel along a public road that is not designed for pedestrian traffic. All residents must have access to a personal vehicle. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Monthly Pricing</div> <ul> <li> Single Occupancy: $775 per month</li> <li> Double Occupancy: $397.50 per person/month</li> </ul> <p> Availability</p> <ul> <li> Single females (age 22+): available starting spring semester 2026</li> <li> Single males (age 22+): available starting May 2026</li> </ul> <p> Schedule a tour—we'd love to show you around!</p> Thu, 22 Jan 2026 09:38:25 +0000 Annual Seminary Book Sale, Feb. 3 http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68752 <p> The Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary will host the annual Seminary Booksale on Tuesday, Feb. 3, from 9–11 a.m. and 12:30–4 p.m. in the Seminary Commons. The sale is open to all interested people in the University and community. Andrews University Press will offer some of its best deals on classic works like the "Andrews Bible Commentary," the "Andrews Study Bible," John C. Peckham’s "God With Us," Ranko Stefanovic’s "Revelation of Jesus Christ" and much, much more! Other special sales will be offered on site by the Andrews University Bookstore, the Center for Adventist Research and the Department of World Mission.</p> Thu, 22 Jan 2026 09:27:30 +0000