Events

Summer 2025
SUMMER WELLNESS EVENTS

In a Pickle 5K Run and Walk: Sun, June 15, 9 a.m. - Join us for the 4th Annual In a Pickle 5K Run and Walk. Pre-registration is available at runsignup.com until June 13, with limited day-of registration also available. All participants who register in advance will receive a finisher’s medal and shirt (sizes not guaranteed for those registering after the early-bird deadline of May 10) . Full details can be found on the race website. To volunteer, please add your name and email to the volunteer list here.

Gardening Get-Together: Wed, June 18, 11:30 a.m. - Join the AU Wellness Ambassadors as we beautify an outdoor area on campus. The location is yet to be determined, but if you’re interested in joining, add your name to the list here to receive updates. Snacks and drinks will be provided.

Senior Strides with Ron du Preez: Fri, June 20, 6:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. - At 73 years young, Ron du Preez is racing against more than time; he's racing against the notion that aging means slowing down to a crawl, journeying across 50 states in 50 days, covering 50 kilometers (i.e., 31.07 miles) in each state in the USA. Ron will do his Michigan 50K right here in Berrien Springs! Meet him in front of the Andreasen Center to join his first few laps around campus at 6:30 a.m., or at 12:30 p.m. for his last few laps.

Pickleball Tournament: Sun, June 29, 3 p.m. - Test your skills while supporting our local tennis programs. Learn more or register here.

Rotary Golf Tournament: Fri, June 13, 9 a.m. - Support the important community services provided by our local Rotary Club and enjoy 18 holes with a cart, at Indian Lake Hills, a buffet lunch, snacks/waters, prizes and more. Learn more here. To register, email wellness@andrews.edu.

Andreasen Center Classes: While our summer schedule is a bit lighter, there are still great opportunities for social fitness at the ACW. If “big” classes scare you, this is quieter time of year is perfect to try something new, like Spin, Kickboxing, Soar Bungee Fitness and more.

2025-2026

Collegiate Advocates for Better Living Events - Students

Date TBD
Fellowship and worship with residents of the Harvest Home assisted living community. Space is limited. Email Andrea Huaytalla to sign up (huaytalla@andrews.edu).

Certified Well Department Fall Ambassador Rally - Ambassadors of Certified Well Departments

Date TBD, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Beijing Classroom, Andreasen Center for Wellness
Ambassadors will enjoy a free lunch while learning about all the exciting wellness events and plans for the semester. Ambassadors, please RSVP to the calendar invite sent to you, or email wellness@andrews.edu.

Staff Rec Night - AU Staff

Date TBD
Andreasen Center for Wellness
Bring your family to enjoy basketball, volleyball, pickleball and board games. Snacks included! This event is sponsored by Staff Senate. Please RSVP to Outlook invite sent by Jennifer Burrill.

Lunch and Learns - Employees

These wellness events for AU employees will be at 12:30 p.m. in the Beijing Classroom of the Andreasen Center on the following dates. Limited spots are available, so be sure to sign up at the links provided. *Wellness Requirement Menu item.

Dates TBD

ACW Indoor Triathlon - Everyone

2026 Date TBD
Swim, bike and run to complete the first ever Andreasen Indoor Triathlon! Not sure you can tackle all three challenges? No problem! Compete with a team of 2-3 individuals. All racers will receive a t-shirt and participation medal, with top finishers receiving special awards. Visit the Andreasen Center website to learn more!

*Wellness Requirement Menu item.

Sleep Challenge - Everyone

March 2026
Practice sleep-promoting habits to receive a sleep-themed goodie bag and be entered to win a Purple Pillow. Sign up here.

Self Defense Class - Everyone

Date TBD, 5:30 & 7:15 p.m.
Join us to learn life-saving self defense skills and get a great workout! Physical Therapist and self-defense expert, Aristede Dukes, will instruct participants in Krav Maga style techniques that can be utilized effectively in a life-or-death situation. This event is open to the community, and space is limited. Please note this is the same class twice. Participants may sign up for one session only. Duplicate entries will be canceled.

25-26 Wellness Challenges - Employees and Students

Wellness challenges provide an opportunity for students and employees alike to get some extra motivation to create postive habits and improve their personal wellness.

Fitness Class Bingo - Date TBD
More details coming soon!

Chili Champ Cookoff! - Nov 2025
More details coming soon!

Andreasen Indoor Triathlon - Feb 2026
More details above!

Sleep Month Challenge -  March 2026
Practice sleep-promoting habits to receive a sleep-themed goodie bag and be entered to win a Purple Pillow.