Andrews University Agenda

Andrews University Agenda http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/ News and Events at Andrews University en-us Copyright 2026, Andrews University Mon, 30 Mar 2026 02:51:00 +0000 Mon, 30 Mar 2026 02:51:00 +0000 webmaster@andrews.edu webmaster@andrews.edu Andrews University to Host Passion Play http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69023 <p> Andrews University will host the Passion Play, a walk-through experience that portrays the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ at 8975 Old U.S. 31, Berrien Springs. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on April 4. Rotations of the play will begin every 30 minutes, with each rotation lasting about two hours. Attendees are required to arrive 30 minutes before their scheduled start time. Attendance is free; however, reservations are required to manage group sizes. This is an outdoor and indoor event across campus locations. Reserve spots for immediate family members only at <a href="http://passionplay.pmchurch.org">passionplay.pmchurch.org</a>. The event is organized by Pioneer Memorial Church.</p> <p> <<< Read the full story at the South Bend Tribune <a href="https://www.southbendtribune.com/story/entertainment/2026/03/20/easter-events-in-south-bend-and-surrounding-areas/89186501007/">site</a> >>></p> Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:07:03 +0000 Andrews Facilitates Global Leadership Development http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69022 <p> In December 2025, faculty from Andrews University facilitated two executive leadership programs for international cohorts. Sung Kwon, associate professor of leadership and director of the MA Leadership in Social Innovation Program, served as coordinator for both initiatives. He shared, “The distinctive program offered by Andrews University … integrates leadership development with a strong emphasis on social innovation. This approach not only equips leaders with the skills to navigate complex organizational landscapes but also inspires them to become architects of meaningful change in their communities and beyond.”</p> <p> <<< Read the full story at the Adventist News Network <a href="https://adventist.news/news/andrews-facilitates-global-leadership-development">site</a> >>></p> Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:04:06 +0000 Andrews Alumni Serve in the Lake Union http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69021 <p> Members of the executive committee, on March 5, 2026, voted to ordain several pastors, an affirmation of the calling God has placed on their lives.</p> <p> <<< Read the full story at the Lake Union Herald <a href="https://www.lakeunionherald.org/archive/articles/ten-pastors-affirmed-in-calling/">site</a> >>></p> Thu, 26 Mar 2026 10:00:55 +0000 Andrews Establishes Endowed Chair of Choral Music http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69020 <p> Andrews University has created the Stephen Zork Endowed Chair of Choral Music with the goal of securing transformative music education for future generations. $1.52 million of the $2 million dollar goal has been raised toward establishing a permanent position for a choral conductor and faculty member in the Department of Music. The endowment honors Stephen Zork, director of choral studies, as he prepares to retire after nearly 35 years of dedicated service.</p> <p> <<< Read the full story at the Adventist News Network <a href="https://adventist.news/news/andrews-university-creates-the-stephen-zork-endowed-chair-of-choral-music">site</a> and Moody on the Market <a href="https://www.moodyonthemarket.com/andrews-university-establishes-first-ever-endowed-chair-in-music-honoring-longtime-choral-director/">site</a> >>></p> Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:58:54 +0000 Andrews Hosts Music & Worship Conference http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68981 <div> The 23rd annual Music & Worship Conference took place February 12–14, 2026, at Andrews University, bringing together students, faculty and church leaders to explore the theme of worship as missional discipleship.</div> <div>  </div> <div> <<< Read the full story at the Adventist News Network <a href="https://adventist.news/news/andrews-university-hosts-23rd-annual-music-and-worship-conference">site</a> >>></div> Thu, 12 Mar 2026 13:07:23 +0000 Wind Symphony Presents Vespers Concert http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68952 <p> On Friday, March 6, at 7:30 p.m. in the Howard Performing Arts Center, the Andrews University Wind Symphony will present its annual vespers concert, titled “Sing Praise!” This year, the Wind Symphony, conducted by Denisse Santos-Gooden, will be joined by the Andrews University Singers, directed by Stephen Zork, and the Berrien Springs Spanish Seventh-day Adventist Church praise team, coordinated by Myrna Araujo-Constantine, creating a powerful shared music experience.</p> <p> <<< Read the full story at the South Bend Tribune <a href="https://www.southbendtribune.com/things-to-do/events/?_evDiscoveryPath=/event/3508928-andrews-university-wind-symphony-presents-vespers-concert">site</a> and Herald-Palladium <a href="https://www.heraldpalladium.com/features/andrews-university-wind-symphony-to-perform-annual-vespers-concert/article_b8fda51e-46e7-509b-956c-16319788b906.html">site</a> >>></p> Thu, 05 Mar 2026 14:41:27 +0000 Andrews University Quinquennial Meeting http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68881 <div> Andrews University is organized as a corporation situated in Berrien Springs, Michigan, United States, and its bylaws stipulate that a regular meeting of its membership be held no later than 12 months “after the conclusion of the regular session of the General Conference of Seventh-day Adventists.” More commonly known as a constituency meeting, every five years members meet to receive reports on the status of the University, select Board of Trustees members, study any updates to its bylaws, and take any other actions as members deem necessary.</div> <div>  </div> <p> Members of this meeting include Executive Committee members of the General Conference who reside in the North American Division, executive officers of the world divisions, members of the Executive Committee of the Lake Union, 15 additional members chosen by the Lake Union, members of the Andrews University Board of Trustees, 35 members chosen by the alumni board of Andrews University, and 37 employees of Andrews University from a variety of subcategories.</p> <p> ...</p> <p> Please take notice that a quinquennial meeting of the members of the Andrews University Corporation (commonly known as a “constituency meeting”) will take place on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, beginning at 3 p.m., in the Garber Auditorium of Chan Shun Hall on the campus of Andrews University in Berrien Springs, Michigan. At the meeting, the members will receive reports from Andrews University administration, elect a portion of the Andrews University Board of Trustees, and consider minor amendments to the bylaws.</p> <p> <<< Find the full details at the Adventist Review <a href="https://adventistreview.org/news/news-releases-news/andrews-university-quinquennial-meeting/">site</a> >>></p> Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:29:16 +0000 Unexpected Joy From Trials http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68880 <p> “Consider it pure joy my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance” (James 1:2-3, NIV).</p> <p> ...</p> <p> Ten years and a full recovery have separated me from my stroke. Though I’ve been left with some physical markers of my experience, I’ve also been blessed with a desire to educate others, and a spirit of perseverance that reminds me how the words of James have been true in my life. So, the next time you’re facing a trial, remember: God is right there with you, ready to give you joy as He sees you through.  </p> <p> <<< Read the full story by Rachel Keele at the Lake Union Herald <a href="https://www.lakeunionherald.org/archive/articles/unexpected-joy-from-trials">site</a> >>></p> <p>  </p> Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:27:56 +0000