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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, 22 Jul 2026 16:39:00 +0000 Wed, 22 Jul 2026 16:39:00 +0000 webmaster@andrews.edu webmaster@andrews.edu Death of Richard Clayton Sowler http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69455 Richard Clayton Sowler, born on Jan. 26, 1935, in Baraboo, Wisconsin, in a small hospital that had previously been the home of a member of the Ringling family of Ringling Brothers, Barnum and Bailey Circus fame. He is preceded in death by his parents, Ardis Abigail (Goodspeed) Sowler, George Clayton Sowler, and by his brother- in-law, Conrad Wallington. He is survived by his wife of 31+ years, Claudia (Wallington) Sowler, his step-son, Steven Andrews, sister-in-law, Denise (Wallington) Collard, and brother-in-law, Bill Collard; five step-nephews, one step-grandniece, and one step-granddaughter. In the summer of 1966, he received a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering physics with a minor in mathematics. In June of 1971 he became the electronics shop supervisor at Andrews University’s Plant Service Department until his retirement on Jan. 1, 2003. Dick’s many interests included Ham Radio—W8FEM (Extra Class License), all things electronic, trombone and bird watching. A faithful Christian, Dick was a long-time member of the Pioneer Memorial Seventh-day Adventist Church, and for several years he used his expertise in electronics to assist with the church’s sound system. Dick will be remembered as a kind, intelligent and faithful man whose life touched others in meaningful ways. His family and friends will cherish the many memories of his steadfast devotion to those he loved. Dick and Claudia often talked of Jesus' soon return and how they were looking forward to that day! In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Strong Tower Radio and/or Your Story Hour. Arrangements have been entrusted to Allred Funeral Home in Berrien Springs. A memorial service will be held on Aug. 8, 2026, at Pioneer Memorial Church in Berrien Springs at 4 p.m. Read Sowler's full obituary <a href="https://www.allredfuneralhome.com/obituaries/richard-sowler?ttm_pid=211818013&ttm_affiliate=legacypro&ttm_affiliatetype=standard&ttm_campaign=legacy">here</a>. Thu, 16 Jul 2026 11:53:01 +0000 Eau Claire SDA Church Service, July 18 http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69445 <div color:="" data-olk-copy-source="MailCompose" font-size:="" new="" style="margin: 0px; font-family: " times=""> Nathan Greene, nationally known artist, is the speaker at the Eau Claire Seventh-day Adventist Church this Saturday. His sermon is titled "A Man of No Great Importance." Mr. Greene explains his new painting of Blind Bartimaeus. Even if you feel insignificant, you can dare to believe you are significant to God, because you are. 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 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> Thu, 16 Jul 2026 11:31:13 +0000 Photo of the Week: July 16, 2026 http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69454 Thu, 16 Jul 2026 11:20:23 +0000 United Way "Rock the Boat" Race http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69453 The United Way of Southwest Michigan’s annual Rock the Boat Cardboard Boat Races are set for this Thursday at The Inn at Harbor Shores in Benton Harbor. ... East says the Cardboard Boat Races started in 2016 and have since become a major fundraiser for the United Way. It’s a true family event. ... The Rock the Boat Cardboard Boat Races start at 5 p.m. Thursday and are free for anyone to attend. <<< Read the full story at the WSJM <a href="https://www.wsjm.com/2026/07/14/united-way-rock-the-boat-cardboard-boat-races-thursday-shuttle-offered-to-spectators/">site</a> >>>   Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:59:59 +0000 Andrews Dean Receives Hall of Fame Award http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69452 This year, Janine Lim, dean of the Global Campus at Andrews University, received the 2026 Hall of Fame Higher Education award from the United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA). USDLA awards are given out annually to acknowledge organizations and individuals who have demonstrated extraordinary achievements using online learning techniques, innovation, and video technologies. The Hall of Fame award requires participation in USDLA and significant contributions to global distance learning. <<< Read the full story at the Adventist News Network <a href="https://adventist.news/news/andrews-university-dean-receives-hall-of-fame-award">site</a> >>> Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:54:06 +0000 Students and Faculty Win Awards at MBAA Conference http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69372 Graduate students and faculty from the Andrews University School of Business Administration (SBA) earned five awards and presented 17 research papers at the Midwest Business Administration Association (MBAA) International Conference in Chicago, highlighting the University’s research excellence on an international stage. <<< Read the full story at the North American Division <a href="https://www.nadadventist.org/news/andrews-university-students-and-faculty-win-awards-at-business-conference/">site</a>, Adventist Today <a href="https://atoday.org/andrews-university-business-students-faculty-earn-five-awards-at-international-research-conference/">site</a>, Moody on the Market <a href="https://www.moodyonthemarket.com/andrews-university-students-faculty-earn-top-honors-at-international-business-conference/">site</a> and Lake Union Herald <a href="https://www.lakeunionherald.org/archive/articles/andrews-university-students-and-faculty-win-awards-at-business-conference/">site</a> >>> Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:52:56 +0000 Student Explores AI for Research and Ministry http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69450 When artificial intelligence surged into public consciousness in 2023, Eric Louw had already begun experimenting with AI image generation. Text-generation models soon followed, revealing possibilities that seemed almost limitless. “The potential uses were immense,” Louw said. “But they were often limited by a user’s creativity or a lack of understanding about how generative AI works.” Louw’s interest grew out of his work at the intersection of theology, history and technology. A former pastor in Texas, he is now an Adventist studies doctoral student at the Seventh-day Theological Seminary at Andrews University, where he researches hamartiology, the branch of Christian systematic theology that studies sin.  <<< Read the full story at the Lake Union Herald <a href="https://www.lakeunionherald.org/archive/articles/doctoral-student-explores-artificial-intelligence-for-adventist-research-and-ministry/">site</a> >>> Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:51:14 +0000 St. Joseph SDA Church Service, July 18 http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69449 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, Pastor Taariq Patel leads out in the worship service with a sermon titled “With His Stripes.” A potluck meal will follow. The church is located at 1201 Maiden Lane, St. Joseph, MI. Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:14:33 +0000