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Andrews University Agenda http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/ News and Events at Andrews University en-us Copyright 2025, Andrews University Sun, 16 Nov 2025 13:26:00 +0000 Sun, 16 Nov 2025 13:26:00 +0000 webmaster@andrews.edu webmaster@andrews.edu SMS: Junqi Sophie Tang & Abigail Koo https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67535 <p> Sunday Music Series artists: </p> <p> <strong>Junqi Sophie Tang</strong> is an assistant professor of music at Western Michigan University and former violin faculty of the University of Toledo School of Music. She was invited to serve on a distinguished panel of judges for the 2022 New York Laureate International Music Competition and 2021 Hong Kong International Violin Competition & Chamber Music Competition. She is the founder and artistic director of the Hantong International Summer Music Festival as well as the music director of the Cincinnati Music and Arts Society. She has been a First Prize winner in the 2021 Golden State International Music Competition and 2019 Hong Kong International Music Festival. She also won an excellence in performance award at the 2016 Schoenfeld International String Competition.</p> <p> Acclaimed for her artistry as a solo pianist, chamber musician, orchestral violinist, and conductor, Abigail Koo has performed in major concert halls such as Carnegie Weill Hall, Carnegie Isaac Stern Hall, 92nd Street Y, Cami Hall, Alice Tully Hall, New York Steinway Hall, and Avery Fisher Hall. She received a doctoral degree in instrumental conducting Indiana University Jacobs School of Music, was formerly an Assistant Professor at Sahmyook University, an Assistant Teaching Professor at Worcester Polytechnic Institute, and an Associate Instructor at Indiana University Jacobs School of Music. Abigail Koo will be accompanying Sophie Tang on the piano.</p> <p>  </p> <p> <strong>Repertoire</strong></p> <div> Sonata in E Minor, K. 304………………………………………………………………………….. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791)</div> <div>      Allegro </div> <div>      Tempo di Menuetto</div> <div>  </div> <div> Romance, Op. 23……………………………………………………………………………………. Amy Beach (1867-1944)</div> <div>  </div> <div> Romance, Op. 9………………………………………………………………………………………Alfredo D’Ambrosio (1871-1914)</div> <div>  </div> <div> Romance in F Minor, Op. 11……………………………………………………………………… Antonin Dvorak (1841-1904)</div> <div>  </div> <div> <strong>INTERMISSION</strong></div> <div>  </div> <div> Sonata No. 3 in C minor, Op. 45…………………………………………………………………….Edvard Grieg (1797-1828)</div> <div>      Allegro molto ed appassionato </div> <div>      Allegretto espressivo alla Romanza</div> <div>      Allegro animato</div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> Sun, Nov 16, 2025 04:00 pm -0500 Intramural Badminton & Pickleball Seasons, 11/17-12/4 (Registration Opens 11/3) https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67881 Mon, Nov 17, 2025 12:01 pm -0500 New Employee Orientation https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68528 <p> Dear new employee,</p> <p> Welcome to the Andrews University family! We are excited to have you join us as we work together to fulfill our mission to <strong>“Seek Knowledge, Affirm Faith and Change the World."</strong></p> <p> This orientation will help you discover our vibrant community, where academic excellence, spiritual growth and service to others are at the core of everything we do. At Andrews, we believe in nurturing minds and hearts to make a positive, lasting impact in the world.</p> <p> We encourage you to connect, engage and ask questions as you begin your journey here. We’re thrilled to have you on board and look forward to the great things we’ll achieve together.</p> <p> Welcome, and thank you for helping us shape the next generation of world changers!</p> <p> Email <a href="mailto:training@andrews.edu">training@andrews.edu</a> to register.</p> Tue, Nov 18, 2025 08:15 am -0500 Dissertation Defense: Emmanuel K. Frimpong https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68512 <p> A PhD Dissertation Defense for Emmanuel K. Frimpong is scheduled on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025, from 9–11:30 a.m. via Zoom.</p> <p> Emmanuel K. Frimpong will defend his dissertation in partial fulfillment for the PhD degree in higher education administration. His dissertation title is, “A Case Study of California Postsecondary Faculty Collaboration on Rubric Development to Foster Student Learning.” Those wishing to attend must make their request one day prior to the defense via email at <a href="mailto:ceisdeanga@andrews.edu">ceisdeanga@andrews.edu</a>.</p> Tue, Nov 18, 2025 09:00 am -0500 Career 101 Workshop: Imposter Syndrome https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67401 <p> “Am I really qualified for this?” If you have ever asked yourself that, you’re not alone. Join us for the workshop where we will unpack imposter syndrome, why it shows up, how it affects your career choices and what you can do to build authentic confidence. This workshop will take place on <strong>Tuesday, Nov. 18, from 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m. in Chan Shun Hall, Room108.</strong> A hybrid option is available for distance learning students—contact <strong><a href="mailto:career@andrews.edu">career@andrews.edu</a> </strong>for details. Don’t miss this opportunity to take a step closer to your dream job!</p> Tue, Nov 18, 2025 11:30 am -0500