Andrews University Agenda http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/ News and Events at Andrews University en-us Copyright 2026, Andrews University Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:35:00 +0000 Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:35:00 +0000 webmaster@andrews.edu webmaster@andrews.edu Watchmen Reimagined http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68753 <p> Watchmen Acappella is a faith-based vocal group whose sound reflects a blend of cultural influences rooted in African heritage and gospel tradition. Through live performances, the group seeks to encourage audiences and communicate their faith through music. Watchmen Acappella&rsquo;s mission is to inspire hope, bridge cultural gaps and create sustainable opportunities for those in need.</p> Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:43:07 +0000 Missions Vespers http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69057 <p> Two student mission teams from Pioneer Memorial Church and Andrews University went out to serve the Dominican Republic and Roatan, Honduras, during spring break. Come to mission vespers to hear their testimonies as they share answers to prayers and unforgettable experiences. The vespers service will take place at 6 p.m. in the Pioneer Memorial Church Youth Chapel on Sabbath, April 18, 2026.</p> Thu, 09 Apr 2026 13:03:25 +0000 Andrews University Wind Symphony Spring Concert http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67533 <p> <strong>Americana Soundscape</strong> is a concert that will feature the music of American scenes and composers primarily from the 1930s, 1940s and 1950s. From the beginning with Gershwin&rsquo;s lively &quot;Strike Up the Band&quot; all the way to the sounds of Barker&rsquo;s arrangement of &quot;Tin Pan Alley,&quot; this concert is sure to delight! Included are favorites from Henry Mancini, Aaron Copland and Cole Porter, as well as Florence Price&rsquo;s &quot;Juba Dance.&quot;</p> <div> Join the Andrews University Wind Symphony, under the direction of Denisse Santos-Gooden, for an afternoon of toe-tapping and swaying sweet melodies on April 19, 2026, at 4 p.m. at the Howard Performing Arts Center. Tickets are available at <a href="https://howard.andrews.edu">howard.andrews.edu</a>.</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <p> <strong>Repertoire </strong><em>(51:18 minutes)</em></p> <p> &quot;Strike Up The Band&quot;&mdash;George Gershwin, arr. Warren Barker<br /> &nbsp; &nbsp; <em>&nbsp;Francis Aguilar Jr., graduate student conductor</em></p> <p> &quot;The Wonderful World of Disney&quot;&mdash;arr. John Edmondson</p> <p> &quot;Beale Street Blues&quot;&mdash;W.C. Handy, arr. Luther Henderson, adapt. David Marshall</p> <p> &quot;Moon River&quot;&mdash;Henry Mancini, arr. Michael Brown</p> <p> &quot;Juba Dance&quot;&mdash;Florence Price, trans. Jay Bocook</p> <p> &quot;American Patrol&quot;&mdash;F. W. Meacham</p> <p> &nbsp;</p> <p> <em><strong>-Intermission-</strong></em></p> <p> &nbsp;</p> <p> &quot;Hoedown&quot; from &quot;Rodeo&quot;&mdash;Aaron Copland&nbsp;<br /> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<em>Lymuel Ligsay, graduate student conductor</em></p> <p> &quot;Baby Elephant Walk&quot;&mdash;Henry Mancini, arr. John Moss</p> <p> &quot;Puttin&rsquo; on the Ritz&quot;&mdash;Irving Berlin<br /> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<em>Andrews Brass</em></p> <p> &quot;Cole Porter on Broadway&quot;&mdash;Cole Porter, arr. Warren Barker</p> <p> &quot;Summertime&quot;&mdash;George Gershwin, Dubose &amp; Dorothy Heyward &amp; Ira Gershwin, arr. Robert Longfield</p> <p> &quot;Tin Pan Alley&quot;&mdash;arr. Warren Barker</p> <p> &nbsp;</p> <div> &ndash;&ndash;</div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> <strong>Andrews University Wind Symphony</strong></div> <div> &nbsp;</div> <div> <strong>Conductor: Denisse Santos</strong></div> <div> &nbsp;</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> Thu, 09 Apr 2026 12:44:26 +0000 Global Institute for Research Student Conference http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69051 <p> We are pleased to announce the first annual Global Institute for Research &amp; Community Advancement Student Conference, which will showcase research from more than 120 students representing 12 institutions of higher education. Andrews students will be sharing their research along with students from universities and colleges in East, Central, and West Africa and the Philipines under the theme <strong>&quot;From Research to Mission: Solutions that Make a Difference.&quot;</strong></p> <p> Conference sessions will be held from <strong>7&ndash;10 a.m. EST,&nbsp;</strong>from&nbsp;<strong>Sunday, April 19, through Tuesday, April 21, 2026</strong>. We are honored to welcome our plenary presenters,<strong>&nbsp;Colin Bruce</strong> and <strong>David Trim</strong>. Bruce serves as special envoy for humanitarian and development affairs at the International Committee of the Red Cross. Prior to this role, he spent 30 years at the World Bank, serving in senior technical and managerial positions, including director for strategy and operations in the Africa region and senior adviser in the Office of the President. Trim is the director of Archives, Statistics, and Research at the world headquarters of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.</p> <p> Participants will benefit from a <strong>multidisciplinary, international conference</strong> <strong>featuring undergraduate and graduate student research</strong>. Sessions will provide opportunities to engage with presenters, ask questions and participate in discipline-specific conference rooms. Registered attendees will also receive refreshments, cocurricular credit and opportunities for valuable networking and learning.</p> <p> Please register <a href="http://forms.gle/1Cu91dPAQpQPurQv7">here</a>.</p> Thu, 09 Apr 2026 12:40:38 +0000 Dissertation Defense: Viviene Dyer http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69069 <p> A <strong>PhD dissertation defense for Viviene Dyer</strong> is scheduled on <strong>Tuesday, April 14, 2026</strong>, from 2:30&ndash;5:30 p.m. via Zoom.</p> <p> Viviene Dyer will defend her dissertation in partial fulfillment for the <strong>PhD degree in higher education administration</strong>. Her dissertation title is, <strong>&ldquo;Narrating Institutional Becoming: An Inquiry into Identity Reconstruction During a College to University Transition.&rdquo;</strong> Those wishing to attend must make their request one day prior to the defense via email:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:ceisdeanga@andrews.edu">ceisdeanga@andrews.edu</a>.</p> Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:06:42 +0000 International Food Fair Hours for Dining Services http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69068 <p> Please note the International Food Fair hours for Dining Services.</p> Thu, 09 Apr 2026 09:58:00 +0000 International Food Fair 2026 http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69049 <p> Dear Andrews University campus,</p> <p> We are excited to invite you to the <strong>International Food Fair 2026</strong>, taking place on <strong>Sunday, April 12, from 12&ndash;7 p.m.</strong> in the <strong>Johnson Gym</strong>.</p> <p> A cherished tradition at Andrews, the International Food Fair brings together our campus and surrounding community to celebrate a rich diversity of cultures through food. Come experience flavors from around the world&mdash;all in one place!</p> <p> <strong>Event Details</strong></p> <ul> <li> Location: Johnson Gym</li> <li> Time: 12&ndash;7 p.m.</li> <li> Tickets: $1 each (required for food and items)</li> <li> Payment: Cash and credit cards accepted (tickets sold at the door)</li> </ul> <p> Bring your friends and family, and enjoy an afternoon filled with global cuisine and cultural connection. We look forward to seeing you there!</p> <p> <strong>Silmara Ferreira</strong><br /> <em>Director, International Student Services</em></p> Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:55:56 +0000 Adulting 101 Series: Investing Basics http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68653 <p> Start building your financial future with confidence. Financial expert Scott Schalk will cover the fundamentals of investing, helping you understand key concepts, types of investments and how to begin growing your wealth over time. This workshop will take place on <strong>Tuesday, April 7, 2026, from 11:30 a.m.&ndash;12:20 p.m. in Chan Shun Hall, Room 108,</strong> and is open to all majors, including graduate students. <strong>Cocurricular credit will be provided.</strong></p> Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:02:18 +0000