Andrews University Agenda http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/ News and Events at Andrews University en-us Copyright 2026, Andrews University Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:21:00 +0000 Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:21:00 +0000 webmaster@andrews.edu webmaster@andrews.edu Soul Shop For Leaders http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70416 <p> Suicide awareness within faith communities is critical for providing support, hope and resources to those in need. Faith communities often play a key role in recognizing warning signs and offering guidance. By fostering open conversations about mental health, faith communities can create a compassionate environment where individuals feel safe to seek help. Soul Shop is a training specific for faith communities to help start the conversation about suicidal desperation, respond with support and help facilitate connections to maintain safety.</p> <p> This training is seven hours and registration costs include a participant manual and supplementary materials of community resources. Lunch will be provided.</p> <p> <strong>Training will not equip you to be a mental health specialist.</strong></p> <p> Cost: $45.00</p> <p> Register using the link on our <a href="https://www.andrews.edu/cas/socialwork/traumacare/index.html">website</a>.</p> Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:40:12 +0000 AUGSA's Kinetic Vespers and Game Night http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70439 <p> We would love to invite you to our AUGSA Kinetic Vespers &amp; Game Night this Saturday, Oct. 24!</p> <p> We know graduate life can be busy with classes, work and family responsibilities. So, we want to invite you to take a break, worship God together, make new friends and enjoy a special evening with our graduate community!</p> <p> <strong>Saturday, Oct. 24</strong><br /> <strong>Location</strong>: Alumni House Patio<br /> <strong>5&ndash;7 p.m.</strong>: Kinetic Vespers<br /> <strong>7&ndash;9 p.m.</strong>: Game Night</p> Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:11:30 +0000 Research Week 2026 http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70428 <p> Research Week at Andrews University runs from Oct. 14&ndash;23, 2026.&nbsp;</p> <p data-pm-slice="1 1 []"> Discover the power of curiosity and the promise of discovery at Andrews University&rsquo;s Research Week 2026! Celebrate the creativity, scholarship and innovation of our University community as students and faculty, together with visiting experts, share ideas, explore new frontiers of knowledge and demonstrate how research can transform lives. From groundbreaking discoveries to solutions for real-world challenges, Research Week brings together inquisitive minds united by a common purpose: to seek knowledge, affirm faith and change the world. Join us in celebrating the ideas and people shaping a brighter future through research, collaboration and service.</p> Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:01:29 +0000 Career Week: Purpose to Profession Workshop http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70400 <p> The Career Center will be hosting Career Week from Oct. 17&ndash;22. The week's activities will kick off on <strong>Sabbath, Oct. 17 from 3:30&ndash;5:30 p.m. </strong>with a&nbsp;<strong>workshop titled, &quot;Purpose to Profession: Turning Your God-given Gifts into Meaningful Work,&quot;*</strong>&nbsp;hosted by Maya Byfield, tenured professor of biology and principal investigator of the National Science Foundation's&nbsp;S-STEM LEAPS and BOUNDS scholarship program at Seminole State College of Florida. The workshop will take place in the Newbold Auditorium. Participants will learn discover their spiritual gifts and learn how to use them. This workshop is open to all students and community members.</p> <p> <strong><u>Other Events:</u></strong></p> <ul> <li> <strong>Monday, Oct. 19, 11:30 a.m.&ndash;2 p.m., Student Center&mdash;</strong>Career Center Pop-Up: Meet your career advisors and enjoy a cup of gourmet hot chocolate (while supplies last).*</li> <li> <strong>Wednesday, Oct. 21, 5:30&ndash;7 p.m., Lamson Hall&mdash;</strong>Resume Review Pop-Up: Have your resume reviewed by a career advisor.</li> <li> <strong>Thursday, Oct. 22, 7&ndash;8:30 p.m., Lamson Hall Aerobic Room</strong>&mdash;Career Vision Board Making: Use your creative juices to map out your career path. All materials and snacks will be provided.*</li> </ul> <p> <strong>*Cocurricular credit provided.&nbsp;</strong></p> <p> Contact: <a href="mailto:career@andrews.edu">career@andrews.edu</a>, 269-471-6288</p> Thu, 15 Oct 2026 15:00:18 +0000 24/7 Crisis/Urgent Mental Health Support Hotline http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/65104 <p> <u><strong>24/7 Crisis/Urgent Mental Health Support Hotline</strong></u></p> <p> Experiencing a crisis? In need of urgent mental health support? Help is available 24/7.</p> <p> Please call <strong>1-866-349-5575</strong>.&nbsp;</p> <p> Service is provided by Academic Live Care and is available to all Andrews University students and employees.</p> Thu, 08 Oct 2026 15:23:29 +0000 Robert & Lillis Kingman Lecture http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70384 <p font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 20px; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: "> Roderick B. Pernites will present at the <span style="box-sizing: border-box; font-weight: 600;">seventh annual Robert &amp; Lillis Kingman Lecture series on Science &amp; Society at 7 p.m. at Newbold Auditorium on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026, on the topic, &quot;Intelligent Designs: Engineering Materials for Real-World Applications.&quot;&nbsp;</span>Pernites received his education across three countries, the United States, Singapore and the Philippines, providing him with a global perspective and extensive experience collaborating with individuals from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds. He earned a PhD in chemistry, with a minor in chemical biology, from the University of Houston-Texas.</p> <p font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px 0px 20px; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: "> <strong>Refreshments will be served at 6 p.m.&nbsp;</strong></p> Thu, 08 Oct 2026 15:09:27 +0000 Counseling & Testing Center Relaxation Room http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70372 <p data-pm-slice="1 1 []"> <strong>Take a Breather: Your Free Massage Chair Break Awaits</strong></p> <p> Busy day? Full schedule? Make room for a little relaxation.</p> <p> Step away from the rush and settle into the massage chair in the Counseling &amp; Testing Center&rsquo;s Relaxation Room. Enjoy a quiet moment to unwind, recharge and make time for yourself&mdash;with a <strong>free 30-minute appointment</strong>.</p> <p> <strong>Call 269-471-3470 to reserve your relaxation time.</strong></p> <p> <strong>Hours</strong><br /> Monday&ndash;Thursday: 9 a.m.&ndash;12:30 p.m. and 1:30&ndash;5 p.m.<br /> Friday: 9 a.m.&ndash;12 p.m.</p> <p> <strong>Counseling &amp; Testing Center | Andrews University</strong></p> <p> Your to-do list can wait. Take a moment for you.</p> Thu, 01 Oct 2026 20:10:32 +0000 Airpark Fly-In & Car Meet Pancake Breakfast http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69534 <p> Join us for the C20 Fly-In &amp; Car Meet Pancake Breakfast at the Andrews University Airpark! The event will take place on Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026, from 8&ndash;11 a.m.</p> <p> Enjoy:</p> <ul> <li> Visiting aircraft</li> <li> Classic &amp; custom cars</li> <li> All-you-can-eat pancakes</li> <li> Orange juice</li> <li> Eggs &amp; tofu</li> <li> Vegetarian sausage</li> </ul> <p> Admission&mdash;Breakfast (8&ndash;11 a.m.):</p> <ul> <li> Adults: $10</li> <li> Children (4&ndash;12): $5</li> <li> Ages 3 &amp; under: FREE</li> </ul> <p> Admission&mdash;Car show (10 a.m.&ndash;1 p.m.): FREE</p> <p> Discovery Flight: $100</p> <p> The Andrews University Airpark (C20) is located at 3898 Griggs Ave, Berrien Springs, MI. Bring the family, meet fellow aviation and car enthusiasts, and enjoy a great breakfast while exploring unique aircraft and vehicles.</p> Fri, 25 Sep 2026 09:14:05 +0000