Andrews University Agenda

Andrews University Agenda http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/ News and Events at Andrews University en-us Copyright 2026, Andrews University Thu, 26 Mar 2026 08:34:00 +0000 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 08:34:00 +0000 webmaster@andrews.edu webmaster@andrews.edu St. Joseph SDA Church Service, March 28 http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69017 The St. Joseph Seventh-day Adventist church invites you to join them at 9:30 a.m. for Sabbath School and worship at 10:45 a.m. This week, David Mann will lead out in worship with the sermon "Escape From the Forbidden Matrix." The church is located at 1201 Maiden Lane, St. Joseph, MI. Wed, 25 Mar 2026 21:51:01 +0000 All Nations SDA Church Service, March 28 http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69016 Join us for our Communion service at the All Nations Seventh-day Adventist Church this Saturday, March 28, at 11:45 a.m., as Albert White presents "It is Finished." Adult and Children's Sabbath School begins at 10:30 a.m. We will have breakfast at 9:45 a.m. See you then! Upcoming Events: <ol> <li> Saturday, March 28: March Gladness Games at 8 p.m.</li> <li> Wednesday, April 1: Midweek Refresh at 7 p.m. via Zoom</li> <li> Sunday, April 19: Food Pantry Distribution from 1:30–3:30 p.m. while supplies last</li> </ol> Location: 4259 E. Snow Rd., Berrien Springs, MI 49103 Wed, 25 Mar 2026 21:49:19 +0000 Eau Claire SDA Church Service, March 28 http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69012 <div color:="" data-olk-copy-source="MailCompose" font-size:="" new="" style="margin: 0px; font-family: " times=""> Nationally-recognized artist Nathan Greene is the speaker at the Eau Claire Seventh-day Adventist Church this Saturday. His sermon is titled "Take Away the Stone." In delaying to come to Lazarus, Christ had a purpose of mercy toward those who had not received Him. He tarried, that by raising Lazarus from the dead, He might give to His stubborn, unbelieving people another evidence that He was indeed "the resurrection, and the life." The church service begins at 9:30 a.m. followed by Sabbath School at 11 a.m. All are welcome.</div> <div color:="" font-size:="" new="" style="margin: 0px; font-family: " times="">  </div> <div color:="" font-size:="" new="" style="margin: 0px; font-family: " times=""> The Eau Claire Seventh-day Adventist Church is located at 6562 Naomi Road, Eau Claire, MI  49111. Prayer meeting meets by Zoom on Wednesday nights. To join, contact Pastor Tom Shepherd at <a href="mailto:trs@andrews.edu">trs@andrews.edu</a>.</div> Wed, 25 Mar 2026 21:46:21 +0000 Kindergarten Visitors' Day http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/62470 Children who will be five years old by Sept. 1, 2026, are invited to visit our Kindergarten classroom. They will enjoy singing and worship, physical education, Spanish and music class, along with outdoor play time. Please call us at 269-471-3220 to let us know you're coming! Wed, 25 Mar 2026 08:15:00 +0000 Andrews University to Host Virtual Graduate Fair http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69008 Andrews University will host a Virtual Graduate Fair on March 30 from 6–9 p.m., offering prospective students an opportunity to explore graduate programs at the University and connect directly with faculty and program representatives in a fully online format. The event will begin with a livestreamed session from 6–7 p.m., featuring a welcome from University President John Wesley Taylor V, five-minute highlights from selected graduate programs and practical tips for success in graduate and online studies. The session will be streamed on YouTube and Facebook. Following the opening hour, attendees will be able to join interactive Zoom breakout rooms to engage with faculty, deans and program chairs in focused conversations about specific areas of study. The Virtual Graduate Fair will feature key information about graduate education, allowing participants to learn about program offerings, admissions requirements and financial aid options while asking questions in real time. “We want prospective students to have a clear understanding of their options and feel confident about their next step,” says Bordes Henry Saturné, vice president for Strategic Enrollment, Marketing & Communication. “This event creates a space where they can connect directly with the people who will support them throughout their academic journey.” A wide range of graduate programs will be represented at the event, including psychology, social work, allied health, speech-language pathology, chaplaincy and education. Program representatives will additionally discuss pathways for transfer students, international students, working professionals, and adult learners seeking degree completion or career advancement. Information about scholarships, assistantships and other financial aid opportunities will also be shared. The event is open to current undergraduate students, recent graduates, working professionals, ministry leaders and others considering graduate study. While the event is free, registration is <a href="https://www.andrews.edu/splash/v-grad-fair/index.html">required</a>, and a Zoom link will be emailed to registered participants in advance.  Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:17:00 +0000 Kindergarten Parent Information Night http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/62469 Parents with students who will be five years old by Sept. 1, 2026, are invited to come meet our Kindergarten teacher, tour the classroom and school, enjoy refreshments, meet other Kindergarten parents, etc. Please call us at 269-471-3225 to let us know you are coming! Kindergarten Visitor's Day is the next morning! Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000 Andrews University Presents IGNITE 2026 http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69007 IGNITE, a three-week summer discipleship experience hosted at Andrews University, will take place from July 26–Aug. 14, 2026. In addition to offering academic credit to high school and college students, IGNITE is designed as an intentional space for spiritual growth, mentoring and community. It is a place where Adventist faith can take root, friendships can grow and purpose begins to feel real. “IGNITE is an opportunity for students who desire a deep relationship with God to grow in that relationship,” says Alanna Rodríguez Merlos, director of the program and the Andrews University Discipleship Center. “It helps them understand their Adventist identity and what it looks like to have a daily walk with Christ that can endure hardship and uncertainty.” The program was created to address a growing need among young people for faith that is both grounded and lived. IGNITE creates an environment where Seventh-day Adventist beliefs are made practical in light of the gospel. Rodríguez Merlos notes that students often arrive longing for meaningful spiritual friendships. “They don’t leave with just a summer experience,” she says. “They leave with relationships that continue long after the program ends.” IGNITE offers a community where students can learn to understand their faith, experience what it means to truly know Jesus and his righteousness, and explore how to share their faith with Christ at the center. That sense of belonging and spiritual growth was evident during the program’s inaugural summer last year. Some participants shared that it was the first time they felt free to openly love Jesus while surrounded by peers with the same desire. For many, that community became a source of strength and encouragement. As the program moves into its upcoming sessions, its emphases on community and building Adventist belief continue through intentional mentoring and ongoing support. IGNITE recognizes that true discipleship does not end when the program concludes. Each group of students is paired with a coach who walks alongside them throughout the summer and continues meeting with them afterward. Ideally, these one-on-one mentoring conversations continue weekly for several months, helping students transition back into their everyday environments with support and accountability. “Discipleship takes time,” Rodríguez Merlos explains. “Jesus didn’t form His disciples in a short moment, and neither do we. The ongoing relationship is what makes the difference.” Beyond spiritual mentoring, IGNITE integrates practical elements that help students connect Adventist faith with real life. Through career guidance sessions, students reflect on calling, gifts, and future academic or professional paths. The program also introduces students to digital evangelism, equipping them to engage thoughtfully and compassionately in spiritual conversations using everyday technology. Rather than emphasizing performance, the program focuses on building confidence and discernment, helping students learn how faith naturally shapes the way they relate to others. For parents, IGNITE offers reassurance as well as opportunity. During the three-week program, students will live on campus in a structured, supportive environment that balances independence with guidance. Rodríguez Merlos emphasizes that the program is built on trust. “We entrust students with responsibility, much like Jesus did with His disciples,” she says. “And they consistently rise to that trust.” Several parents have seen that the program impacted their children in positive ways. One parent shared that after returning home, her daughter demonstrated greater maturity and independence—qualities that reflect the program’s intentional focus on growth, faith and responsibility. As organizers prepare IGNITE’s 2026 session, Rodríguez Merlos describes the program as an investment that extends beyond academics. “This is about shaping a foundation that will carry students through college and into life,” she says. “What they gain here has the potential to last far beyond these three weeks.” For those seeking ways to make Adventism come alive in the light of righteousness by faith and the cross of Christ, IGNITE offers a path forward. Additional program details will be updated on the Andrews <a href="https://www.andrews.edu/audc/ignite/index.html">website</a>. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:34:25 +0000 Innovation Week: Keynote Speaker http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68095 Hear insights from Solomon Kim, applied research scientist at Apple and Andrews University alumnus, in the Howard Performing Arts Center. Kim is driven by a mission to use artificial intelligence to extend human capability. His work focuses on bridging technical innovation with real-world application at the intersection of AI and human-computer interaction. Previously, Solomon contributed to planet-scale AI infrastructure at Google, including work on Gemini, and began his career as one of the first machine learning engineers at Chevron. He graduated from Andrews University in 2021 and currently lives in the Santa Cruz mountains with his wife and son. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 16:20:24 +0000