Andrews University Agenda

Andrews University Agenda http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/ News and Events at Andrews University en-us Copyright 2026, Andrews University Fri, 30 Jan 2026 09:03:00 +0000 Fri, 30 Jan 2026 09:03:00 +0000 webmaster@andrews.edu webmaster@andrews.edu Andrews University Music & Worship Conference http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68697 <div background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" ibm="" line-height:="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: " text-align:=""> The 2026 Music & Worship Conference, scheduled for Feb. 12–14, will focus on the theme of “Worship as Missional Discipleship.” The theme springs from 2 Corinthians 3:3, "You are a letter from Christ." The conference aims to explore the transformative role of worship in fulfilling God’s mission through nurturing discipleship. Public worship is not merely an event but a way of life that forms believers, deepens faith and propels the church into mission that changes the world. This conference invites scholars, pastors and practitioners to examine how corporate worship serves as both an expression of and a catalyst for spiritual growth and missional engagement.</div> <div background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" ibm="" line-height:="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: " text-align:="">  </div> <div background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" ibm="" line-height:="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: " text-align:=""> The Andrews University Music & Worship Conference seeks to provide a forum for scholarly and professional dialogue, the advancement of knowledge, and the promotion of best practices in Christian worship and music.</div> <div background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" ibm="" line-height:="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: " text-align:="">  </div> <div background-color:="" color:="" font-size:="" ibm="" line-height:="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; font-family: " text-align:=""> To register, please visit the conference <a href="https://secure.touchnet.net/C20366_ustores/web/store_main.jsp?STOREID=45&SINGLESTORE=true">website</a>.</div> Thu, 29 Jan 2026 09:00:27 +0000 2026 Health Careers Job Fair http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68506 Andrews University is pleased to announce the Health Careers Job Fair, which will be held on Monday, Feb. 9, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Andreasen Center for Wellness. This event will provide undergraduate and graduate students the opportunity to connect with recruiters from local, regional and national businesses for employment or internships. This event specifically highlights students in the following areas: <ul> <li> Medical Laboratory Sciences</li> <li> Nursing</li> <li> Population Health, Nutrition and Wellness</li> <li> Physical Therapy</li> <li> Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology</li> <li> Mental Health/Counseling</li> <li> Education</li> <li> Social Work</li> </ul> Contact: <a href="mailto:career@andrews.edu">career@andrews.edu</a>, 269-471-6288 Thu, 29 Jan 2026 08:49:41 +0000 Adulting 101 Series: How to Use Your Credit Score http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68648 Your credit score affects you more than you think. Williams Peprah, associate professor of finance, will explain how credit scores work, why they matter and how to use yours wisely to set yourself up for future financial success. The session will be presented on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026, from 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m. in Chan Shun Hall, Room 108. It is open to all majors, including graduate students. Cocurricular credit will be provided. A hybrid option is available for distance learning students only by contacting <a href="mailto:career@andrews.edu">career@andrews.edu</a>. Thu, 29 Jan 2026 08:48:21 +0000 Andrews Innovation Conference x HYVE X 2026 http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68768 Join our Andrews Innovation Conference x HYVE X 2026 for a week of pitches, workshops, keynotes and networking under the theme "Innovation with Purpose"! There is Early Bird Registration available for the first 100 people. Check out the event agenda and register <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/andrews-innovation-conference-hyve-x-2026-tickets-1852499157849?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl">here</a> today!  Speakers include <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/solomon-kim-7393ab154/">Solomon Kim</a> (Apple), <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-bruneau/">Daniel Bruneau</a> (Delta, AT&T, Yahoo!), <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-e-cafferky-47530b18/">Michael Cafferky</a> (author, Walla Walla University), <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/natasharichardscoach/">Natasha Richards</a> (Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary), and many other investors and regional leaders. Join us for a dynamic weekend experience where innovation, entrepreneurship and purpose come together. The Andrews Innovation Conference brings together students, founders, investors and community leaders to celebrate creativity, collaboration and impact. Throughout the weekend, attendees will: <ul> <li> Watch top student entrepreneurs compete in a pitch competition for $30,000 in awards.</li> <li> Participate in workshops led by industry experts and innovators in the areas of artificial intelligence and marketing for business.</li> <li> Engage with keynote speakers who explore how innovation can drive meaningful change.</li> <li> Network with investors, mentors and peers during receptions, roundtables and campus tours.</li> <li> Experience Demo Day, where startups showcase their ventures to potential partners and supporters.</li> </ul> Whether you’re launching a startup, mentoring the next generation or just exploring the world of entrepreneurship, the Andrews Innovation Conference offers inspiration, connection and purpose-driven growth. Thu, 29 Jan 2026 08:45:36 +0000 AUSO & Young Artist Competition Winner Concert http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67525 The Andrews University Symphony Orchestra is presenting its annual Young Artist Competition concert featuring this year Jonathan Clough, tenor, and Aiko Ayla, piano, as well as violinists Nikolaz Feliciano and Claire Yang. These talented students from the Department of Music at Andrews University will perform some of the most beautiful and challenging works of the symphony's repertoire.  Join us on this unique evening of virtuosity and elegance, and enjoy the music of Clara Schumann, W. A. Mozart, Beethoven, Mendelssohn, Donizetti and Tchaikovsky.  We are happy to offer this concert to our community free of charge, but patrons will have the opportunity to support the students of the Andrews University Symphony Orchestra, as they are currently raising funds for their music tour to California this coming March.   Program   “Meine Seele ist erschüttert”—L. V. Beethoven from "Christ on the Mount of Olives" Jonathan Clough, tenor   Violin Concerto in E minor, Op. 64—F. Mendelssohn "Mvt. 1 Allegro molto appassionato" Nikolaz Feliciano, violin    “Ich baue ganz auf deine Stärke”—W. A. Mozart from "The Abduction from the Seraglio" Jonathan Clough, tenor   -:-:- Intermission -:-:-   Piano Concerto in A minor, Op. 7—Clara Schumann "Mvt. 3 Finale: Allegro non troppo" Aiko Ayala, piano   “Una furtiva lagrima”—G. Donizetti from "The Elixir of Love" Jonathan Clough, tenor   Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 35—P. Mendelssohn "Mvt. 1 Allegro moderato—Moderato assai" Claire Yang, violin     Andrews University Symphony Orchestra Conductor: Marc Élysée The Andrews University Symphony Orchestra is the core ensemble of the orchestral program at Andrews University. In addition to their current series at the Howard Performing Arts Center, the Symphony Orchestra travels within the Great Lakes region as well as internationally. Since 2006, the orchestra has performed in Italy, Austria, Germany, France, the Philippines and Costa Rica. Thu, 29 Jan 2026 08:37:22 +0000 TBRI Caregiver Training http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68620 Date: Feb. 6, 13 & 27, 2026 (Zoom attendance will be available on Feb. 6 and Feb. 27 for those 60+ miles away.) Time: 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Location: Andrews University Cost: $350 (lunch on your own); Andrews University employees $99; Andrews University students $35 <div> (Materials and snacks will be provided.)</div> Thu, 29 Jan 2026 08:28:29 +0000 Retirement Celebration for Erich Baumgartner http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68779 Dr. Erich Baumgartner is retiring after more than four decades of service in pastoral ministry, mission, leadership education and global leadership development. From an early decision in Austria to study French for mission service, to pastoral ministry in Vienna and Salzburg, Erich’s journey has been marked by faith, curiosity and a willingness to follow where God leads. Following doctoral studies in missiology and leadership, Erich served the church across Europe and North America, including Russia and the former Soviet Union. Since 1994, Andrews University has been his professional home, where he has helped prepare missionaries and leaders through the Institute of World Mission and, later, the School of Leadership. His work has included launching Passport to Mission, supporting innovation in the Leadership Program, serving as senior editor of the Journal of Applied Christian Leadership, and helping establish the Global Leadership Institute and LeadLab. In retirement, Erich looks forward to time with family, good food and continued reflection on God’s work among leaders worldwide. Come celebrate Erich’s years of service to Andrews University on Feb. 5 from 4:30–6:30 p.m. in the Lincoln/Hoosier rooms on the second floor of the Campus Center. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 10:22:45 +0000 Retirement Celebration for Anna Piskozub http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68770 Anna Piskozub is retiring after nearly 30 years of dedicated service to Andrews University. She began her journey at Andrews on May 30, 1995, in the School of Education, bringing with her valuable experience from large law firms in Chicago. What began as a professional transition soon became a lifelong calling. Serving initially as executive secretary for graduate programs, Anna developed a deep appreciation for graduate education and the systems that help students succeed. Along the way, she pursued her own education, earning a bachelor’s degree in business administration and later a master’s degree in nutrition and wellness. Throughout her career, Anna faithfully supported graduate students, faculty and administrators in roles including graduate services coordinator and accreditation, assessment, and graduate records officer, contributing to key initiatives such as CAEP accreditation. Most recently, Anna served with the Global Leadership Institute, supporting leadership development in a mission-centered environment. As she retires, Anna does so with gratitude for the friendships, faith and community that have shaped her journey. Come celebrate Anna’s years of service to Andrews University on Feb. 5 from 4:30–6:30 p.m. in the Lincoln/Hoosier rooms on the second floor of the Campus Center.  Wed, 28 Jan 2026 10:10:22 +0000