The heritage of Andrews University is filled with brave people who were entrepreneurs, pioneers, and world changers.
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Join this weeklong event to learn how to impact the world around you through innovation & entrepreneurship!
Innovation Week
Event Information
Innovation Week 2024 will take place April 1-6, 2024, with several events highlighting the importance of Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
The theme for the upcoming event is: High-Value Relationships. This theme seeks to highlight the importance of collaboration, networking, and relationships when undertaking innovate projects. This also highlights the Biblical model of developing lasting relationships that will enable us to be a positive influence to those around us and impact the world for good.
Keynote Speaker
The keynote speaker for this event is Pierre Quinn. For over 15 years Pierre has taught higher education, faith-based, nonprofit, and corporate leaders the strategies they need to experience personal success and professional growth.
Pierre is the author of Leading While Green: How Emerging Leaders Can Ripen Into Effective Leaders and Leading While Scared: How To Find The Courage To Keep Going. He is the CEO of The Cardell Group, LLC, a consulting firm which focuses on growing leaders and empowering teams of all sizes. Pierre holds graduate degrees in communication and theology from Andrews University and a certificate in Executive Leadership from Howard University.
Event Dates
April 1-6, 2024
Location
Andrews University Campus
8975 Old 31, Berrien Springs, MI 49104
Program Agenda
Innovation Week includes the pitch competition, vesper programs, speakers, luncheons, and an exhibit floor showcasing projects from current students.
The tentative agenda is shown below. Be sure to mark it on your calendars and make plans to attend.
Tuesday, April 2
Time |
Event |
Location |
Details |
| 11:30 a.m | Entrepreneurship Hangout (Students Only) | Chan Shun Hall, Garber Auditorium |
Wednesday, April 3
Time |
Event |
Location |
Details |
| 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Round 1: Pitch Competition - Semi-Finals | Chan Shun Hall, Garber Auditorium & Whirlpool Room | Open to the public |
| 1-3:30 p.m. | Round 2: Pitch Competition - Semi-Finals | Chan Shun Hall, Garber Auditorium | Open to the public |
Thursday, April 4
Time |
Event |
Location |
Details |
| 11:30 a.m | AU Gather |
PMC |
Speaker: Pierre Quinn |
| 7:30 p.m. | Kinetic Vespers (AU Students and Employees Only) | University Towers Chapel |
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Friday, April 5
Time |
Event |
Location |
Details |
| 2-4 p.m. | Pitch Competition - Finals | Howard Performing Arts Center - Concert Hall | Concert Hall (open to the public) |
| 4-5 p.m. | Pitch Competition - Reception | Howard Performing Arts Center - Lobby | Lobby (open to the public) |
| 1-5 p.m. | Exhibit Floor | Howard Performing Arts Center - Lobby | Lobby (open to the public) |
| 8 p.m. | Proximity Vespers + AUnited Weekend | Johnson Gym | Speaker: Pierre Quinn |
Sponsors
Andrews University Graduate Student Association (AUGSA)
Center for Faith Engagement
Office of Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Student Involvement, Leadership, and Activities (SILA)
Have Any Questions?
Feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns regarding the event.
- Email: innovate@andrews.edu
- Phone: 269-471-3262