From May 20–22, 2024, scholars in the social sciences are invited to attend and present oral and poster presentations at the Andrews Research Conference 2024. Disciplines will include anthropology, archaeology, community & international development, economics, political science, psychology, social work, sociology and related disciplines. This year’s keynote speakers are Karl Bailey and Shannon Trecartin.

The Andrews Research Conference is organized to provide Adventist graduate students, post-docs and early career faculty (five years post graduate school) the opportunity to share their research with one another and with Andrews University. Advanded undergraduate students may apply. The submission deadline is May 3, 2024. Apply HERE.

ARC will be held in conjuction with the Adventist Human-Subject Researchers Association (AHSRA) Conference, which will take place from May 22–25, 2024. For more information on AHSRA, click HERE. Contact Mordekai Ongo at ongo@andrews.edu for your discount registration code.

The Summit on Social Consciousness is an annual event at Andrews University designed to focus our attention on important social issues that have special relevance to our students, faculty, staff and community. These events are designed to put a spotlight on current social ills and provide opportunities to advance awareness, foster intelligent dialogue and agitate for change.

Race. Religion. Reflections. Andrews University: The Institutional Saga (1960–1980) will run from Feb. 29 to March 2, 2024. Each of the sessions will feature the screening of a video of individuals sharing their lived experiences at Andrews during the years 1960–1980. This will be followed by a panel discussion of experts that delves into the issues raised, celebrating our progress while exploring opportunities for growth. 

The video screenings include "The Alvin Kibble Story," "The Merlene Ogden & Hyveth Williams Stories," and "The BSCF Alumni Stories." Our distinguished panel will include Olive Hemmings, PhD, author, researcher and professor of religion at Washington Adventist University and Morris Anthony Beckford, PhD, author, researcher and associate dean at George Brown College in Toronto. The Andrews University faculty, staff and students leading these important discussions include Hyveth Williams, Vanessa Corredera, Anneris Coria-Navia, Meredith Jones Grey, Heather Thompson, moderated by Morgan Williams (Andrews University Saga: Through the Eyes of Our Women); moderated by Christian Hunter (Andrews University Saga: Insights from our Students); and Kevin Burton, Trevor O'Reggio, Andrew Tompkins, moderated by Jose Bourget (Andrews University Saga: Through the Eyes of our Prophets).

Pastor Taurus Montgomery will deliver the homily centered around the scriptural passage for the conference, Galatatians 3:27–29, "For as many of you as have been baptized into Christ have put on Christ. There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus. And if ye be Christ’s, then are ye Abraham’s seed, and heirs according to the promise."

Click here for the dates, times and locations. Refreshments will be served.

"In Passing" is a place for authentic conversations with people you would normally pass by on the sidewalk. Take a moment and hear the stories of students, speakers and staff members of Andrews University. "In Passing" is sponsored by the Center for Faith Engagement.

SEASON 2

Ep 1: Under New Management

We're back! We're so excited to start season 2 with our new hosts, Angel Pereira and Arleny Aquino, and executive producer Isaí Ramírez! We introduce our new hosts to you by having them get interviewed by their best friends! Be sure to subscribe and tune in every two weeks for a new episode. You won't want to pass this up!

Ep 2: Between De Leon

On this episode, we put guest Zac De Leon on the hot seat as he shares with us vulnerable stories from his life, what he really thinks about seminarians and more.

Ep 3: Home Is Where the Love Is

In this episode, Nehemiah Sitler shares how love is what makes communities and takes us on a journey through his life and how each community impacted every significant moment—ultimately inspiring him during some of the hardest times, creating some of the fondest memories.

Ep 4: Social Emotional Development

In this episode, Jeff McCoy shares how much he values his Benton Harbor community. He tells us about his new business that's focused on community development and how passionate he is about being an agent for improvement to happen for his community and other communities.

Ep 5: Community That Transcends

In this episode, we have something a little different. Jonathan Leonardo, Andrews University alum and current pastor in Hawaii, was on campus to speak for Week of Revival, so Mikey and Isaí sat down with him to talk about community in the Spirit, how that transcends affinities and how his view of community has changed over the years.

(We apologize for the slightly bad audio. We had technical difficulties. The quality of the content remained intact and is definitely worth your listen!)

Ep 6: Growth in the Grey Area

Happy New Year! We're back for the semester! Listen in as we'll be transitioning to releasing on Mondays. For our first episode back, Angel and Arleny catch up, discuss our new topic for this semester, and Arleny shares some sad news with us. Stay tuned for some great conversations!

Ep 7: Better Together

VP Michael Nixon joins us to share how he has faced difficult transitions in life. He shares the value of leaning into your community as well as the value of solitude. He speaks to us from an honest and raw place and gives valuable resources. You don't want to pass this one!

Ep 8: The Boys

We got to sit down with the boys! Zyon, Abiah, Zane and Ben have been friends since freshman year! They shared what they've learned about friendship, the value of caring and cracked jokes with us! 

Ep 9: Jayssie Lost Her Phone

We find out in this episode that Jayssie is basically a digital monk! She also tells us about her transition when she joined the Andrews community and her journey into faith! 

Ep 10: NilahGPT

Nilah joins us to share her love of traveling, working at El Pollo Loco, and how she has used AI to help her stay on top of her health goals! Also, be sure to check out her non-profit organization Phoenicia Finesse.

Ep 11: Be Good

Tyler Weatherford shares his career path, how he ended up coming to Andrews and his experience as a Buddhist on campus, and Angel says a questionable word. 

Ep 12: Joey Libre

Our good friend Joey Barajas joins us to have a silly and vulnerable conversation. He tells us about his love for his family and how his spiritual life has been challenged by being here!

Ep 13: Emotionally Healthy Jordan

Jordan Anderson wears multiple hats as New Life worship pastor, DMC director and an RA in Lamson. She shares her journey of slowing down and gives us insights into what has helped her become emotionally healthy.

Ep 14: Morgan Questions Everything

Morgan Williams shares her path toward questioning what she believes, reinforcing what she is confident she believes and becoming her true self. We hope her story inspires you to question your beliefs and strengthen your identity and faith. Overall, we hope you choose to be kind!

Ep 15: Motivated Moriah

Moriah shares with us how motivation hasn't always led to discipline for her and how she balances the expectations she has on herself to keep moving forward and managing her time well. We're sure you'll relate to her so you won't want to pass this up!

Ep 16: Max’s Seasons

Max Dronen joins us with his emotional support, Timmy Duado, to discuss lessons he has learned while at Andrews and what he hopes Andrews will become.

Ep 17: Goodbye Angel

We wrap up our season, say goodbye to Angel and introduce our new host! Thanks for listening along this season. Be sure to stay tuned for our next season next semester!

Student hosts Kendra Miranda, Isaac Peterson and Raabe Garcia have started a new podcast that features "deep and honest tea-length conversations with a new guest each week." Guests are "the student who you share that lab with or the co-worker whose desk you always pass by or that random person you always ride the bus/train with everyday."

The current episodes are:

• Episode 1: Our First Pod
• Episode 2: Chris Mindanao "Kendra and Raabe interview Chris Mindanao about seasons of discovering our identities. Who am I? And who even is Chris though?"
• Episode 3: Timmy Duado "Timmy shares his method! I.C.E. (check it out) Hosted by Kendra and Isaac. Belonging starts with ... "
• Episode 4: Brandon Williams "Finding purpose can be difficult. Not just in future job hunting or finding reasons to pick a degree, but sometimes in just our day-to-day. In this episode Brandon Williams deconstructs some of the social stigma behind finding our purpose. Join Kendra and Isaac as they become more inspired in finding their purpose and success. Find out how you also can obtain success as a byproduct of the 'thing' that you dedicate yourself to. What's your 'thing'?"
• Episode 5: Ashok Willmott "In this episode, hosts Isaac and Kendra explore wandering in the wilderness with guest Ashok Willmott. Ashok touches on his personal time in his metaphorical wilderness; wandering through questions of who to be, what to pursue, and how to find the motivation to press on through the uncertainty that life brings. Ashok is a fashionable, runner, Seminary student here at Andrews University and has lived a significant amount of 'life' for a young lad. He shares some incredible wisdom in regard to the natural human experience. Life isn't always mountain tops and great views. What do we do in the valleys? Are mountain top experiences the REAL ultimate goal?"
• Episode 6: Gianna Bacchiocchi "Inside of this episode Kendra and Isaac feature Gianna Bacchiocchi. She is a sophomore University student studying biology and pre-PA (studies) here at Andrews University. We all discuss the power of confidence and where we should lean on to find it in its truest form. Gianna speaks on the struggles in keeping a confident composure and the natural human responses to the setbacks we face when criticized. This episode is honest and elaborative and shines a good light on the natural progression of growing up in a social media heavy society. It is a longer one than usual but an important one ... strap in and relate."
• Episode 7: Gabi Francisco "In this episode Kendra and Raabe are joined by Gabi Francisco as she leads us through the stories of her journey at Andrews University from growing up in Berrien Springs, accepting the call to be a student missionary, and having to make some major pivots in the form of major life decisions. She shares what it is like to be on the other side of transition, handling expectations and, more than anything, what it means to let your heart be set on fire for the things that make you ... well, you!"
• Episode 8: Evin Nazya Musgrove "Unfortunately it's true, even good things don't last forever. In this episode three girls dive in and table talk quickly turns deep as Evin takes us into her own journey with letting go and moving forward. Find yourself in the story as Evin shares the hard-hitting truth that sometimes it takes a 'no' to find a better 'yes.' Sometimes that looks like letting go of a job, opportunities, goals or even relationships. This might seem like girl talk but we promise it’s guy friendly, too."

Episodes are available via Buzzsprout, Spotify and Apple Podcasts. 

And check out the Andrews University podcast page.

CO-HOSTS: Dominique Gummelt and Denard Fenaud

THEME: Reflecting on seasons 1 and 2, plus looking ahead to the future

WATCH ONLINE: Instagram TV

THRIVECAST ARCHIVE: YouTube Playlist

5+5+5+5 To Thrive: 

1. Be proactive.
2. Be tenacious.
3. Be flexible.
4. Be humble.
5. Be grateful.
6. Be generous.
7. Be mindful.
8. Be curious.
9. Be empathetic.
10. Be balanced.
11. Be compassionate.
12. Be just.
13. Be patient.
14. Be forgiving.
15. Be loving.
16. Be brave.
17. Be friendly.
18. Be creative.
19. Be kind.
20. Be yourself. [Oprah: Be your best self.]

PRODUCER: Jeff Boyd

HOST: Dominique Gummelt

GUEST: Chaplain José Bourget

THEME: Made to Belong; Generosity

THRIVECAST ARCHIVE: YouTube Playlist

PRODUCERS: Denard Fenaud & Jeff Boyd

HOST: Denard Fenaud (co-producer)

GUEST: Jeff Boyd (co-producer)

THEME: Creative peacemaking

THRIVECAST ARCHIVE: YouTube Playlist

Your Mission, Should You Choose to Accept It

Deans Bartram, Johnson and Keele chat through their experiences as student missionaries when they were in college and end with a recommendation to the listener. Spoiler: you should be an SM ...

LISTEN HERE

(episode released March 15, 2021)

HOST: Dominique Gummelt

GUEST: Ty Gibson

TOPIC: Made to Explore

THRIVECAST ARCHIVE: YouTube Playlist

HOST: Dominique Gummelt

GUEST: Denard Fenaud, Thr!veCast Co-producer

TOPIC: Thriver Feature

THRIVECAST ARCHIVE: YouTube Playlist

HOST: Dominique Gummelt

GUEST: Karsten Stank

TOPIC: Made to Unwind

CO-CURRICULAR CREDIT: Google Form open until Feb. 23 at 11:30 a.m.

THRIVECAST ARCHIVE: YouTube Playlist

A Penny for Your Thoughts (Pt 2)

A young member of the German Coast Guard wonders what the people on the other end of the radio are thinking about before Deans Bartram, Johnson and Keele chat with students about their feelings and expectations for this semester, their views on getting vaccinated and their thoughts on the state of AU student-run social media accounts. 

LISTEN HERE

(episode released Feb. 8, 2021)

HOST: Dominique Gummelt

GUEST: Judith Fisher, director, Andrews University Counseling & Testing Center

TOPIC: Made to Explore

CO-CURRICULAR CREDIT: Google Form open until Feb. 16 at 11:30 a.m.

THRIVECAST ARCHIVE: YouTube Playlist

HOST: Dominique Gummelt

GUEST: Kim Knowlton, La Sierra University

TOPIC: Made to Move

CO-CURRICULAR CREDIT: Google Form open until Feb. 9 at 11:30 a.m.

THRIVECAST ARCHIVE: YouTube Playlist

Andrew Yang reminds us to "secure the bag" before Dean Bartram, Dean Johnson and Dean Keele lead a live discussion about identifying your bag and how to secure it. Featuring Meier Hall residents who hopped in live to share their views! 

Listen Here

(episode released Jan. 17, 2021)

HOST: Dominique Gummelt

GUEST: President Andrea Luxton

TOPIC: Made to Matter—Integrity

CO-CURRICULAR CREDIT: Google Form open until Feb. 2 at 11:30 a.m.

THRIVECAST ARCHIVE: YouTube Playlist

HOST: Dominique Gummelt

GUEST: Sebastian Leveringhaus

TOPIC: Made to Thrive

CO-CURRICULAR CREDIT: Google Form open until Jan. 26 at 11:30 a.m.

THRIVECAST ARCHIVE: YouTube Playlist