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Andrews University Agenda http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/ News and Events at Andrews University en-us Copyright 2026, Andrews University Sun, 29 Mar 2026 06:59:00 +0000 Sun, 29 Mar 2026 06:59:00 +0000 webmaster@andrews.edu webmaster@andrews.edu Andrews University Presents Easter Choral Concert http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69025 <p> On Saturday, April 4, at 8:30 p.m., the Andrews University Department of Music will present an Easter choral concert titled “Unsealed: Life Triumphant!” The concert will feature two profound and contrasting sacred works: “Christ lag in Todesbanden” by Johann Sebastian Bach and “Rejoice in the Lamb” by Benjamin Britten.</p> <p> The program explores themes of resurrection, joy and spiritual reflection from baroque, 20th century and 21st century musical voices. Stephen Zork, director of choral studies, will lead the Andrews University Singers during the concert.</p> <p> The performance will also serve as the graduate choral conducting recital for student Jahaziel Gutierrez, who will direct a chamber orchestra selected from the Andrews University Symphony Orchestra along with organists Kenneth Logan and Brenton Offenback.</p> <p> Community members are encouraged to support the Department of Music and enjoy this student-led program that celebrates the Easter season with depth, beauty and artistry. Tickets can be purchased at <a href="http://howard.andrews.edu">howard.andrews.edu</a>. General admission tickets are priced individually at $8.50. Students and seniors can purchase discounted tickets for $6.50 (with a limit of two tickets per student ID). For more information, contact the Howard Box Office at 269-471-3560.</p> Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:39:25 +0000 Andrews University to Host Virtual Graduate Fair http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69008 <p> Andrews University will host a Virtual Graduate Fair on March 30 from 6–9 p.m., offering prospective students an opportunity to explore graduate programs at the University and connect directly with faculty and program representatives in a fully online format.</p> <p> The event will begin with a livestreamed session from 6–7 p.m., featuring a welcome from University President John Wesley Taylor V, five-minute highlights from selected graduate programs and practical tips for success in graduate and online studies. The session will be streamed on YouTube and Facebook. Following the opening hour, attendees will be able to join interactive Zoom breakout rooms to engage with faculty, deans and program chairs in focused conversations about specific areas of study.</p> <p> The Virtual Graduate Fair will feature key information about graduate education, allowing participants to learn about program offerings, admissions requirements and financial aid options while asking questions in real time.</p> <p> “We want prospective students to have a clear understanding of their options and feel confident about their next step,” says Bordes Henry Saturné, vice president for Strategic Enrollment, Marketing & Communication. “This event creates a space where they can connect directly with the people who will support them throughout their academic journey.”</p> <p> A wide range of graduate programs will be represented at the event, including psychology, social work, allied health, speech-language pathology, chaplaincy and education. Program representatives will additionally discuss pathways for transfer students, international students, working professionals, and adult learners seeking degree completion or career advancement. Information about scholarships, assistantships and other financial aid opportunities will also be shared.</p> <p> The event is open to current undergraduate students, recent graduates, working professionals, ministry leaders and others considering graduate study. While the event is free, registration is <a href="https://www.andrews.edu/splash/v-grad-fair/index.html">required</a>, and a Zoom link will be emailed to registered participants in advance. </p> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 18:17:00 +0000 Andrews University Presents IGNITE 2026 http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69007 <p> IGNITE, a three-week summer discipleship experience hosted at Andrews University, will take place from July 26–Aug. 14, 2026. In addition to offering academic credit to high school and college students, IGNITE is designed as an intentional space for spiritual growth, mentoring and community. It is a place where Adventist faith can take root, friendships can grow and purpose begins to feel real.</p> <p> “IGNITE is an opportunity for students who desire a deep relationship with God to grow in that relationship,” says Alanna Rodríguez Merlos, director of the program and the Andrews University Discipleship Center. “It helps them understand their Adventist identity and what it looks like to have a daily walk with Christ that can endure hardship and uncertainty.”</p> <p> The program was created to address a growing need among young people for faith that is both grounded and lived. IGNITE creates an environment where Seventh-day Adventist beliefs are made practical in light of the gospel.</p> <p> Rodríguez Merlos notes that students often arrive longing for meaningful spiritual friendships. “They don’t leave with just a summer experience,” she says. “They leave with relationships that continue long after the program ends.” IGNITE offers a community where students can learn to understand their faith, experience what it means to truly know Jesus and his righteousness, and explore how to share their faith with Christ at the center.</p> <p> That sense of belonging and spiritual growth was evident during the program’s inaugural summer last year. Some participants shared that it was the first time they felt free to openly love Jesus while surrounded by peers with the same desire. For many, that community became a source of strength and encouragement. As the program moves into its upcoming sessions, its emphases on community and building Adventist belief continue through intentional mentoring and ongoing support.</p> <p> IGNITE recognizes that true discipleship does not end when the program concludes. Each group of students is paired with a coach who walks alongside them throughout the summer and continues meeting with them afterward. Ideally, these one-on-one mentoring conversations continue weekly for several months, helping students transition back into their everyday environments with support and accountability.</p> <p> “Discipleship takes time,” Rodríguez Merlos explains. “Jesus didn’t form His disciples in a short moment, and neither do we. The ongoing relationship is what makes the difference.”</p> <p> Beyond spiritual mentoring, IGNITE integrates practical elements that help students connect Adventist faith with real life. Through career guidance sessions, students reflect on calling, gifts, and future academic or professional paths. The program also introduces students to digital evangelism, equipping them to engage thoughtfully and compassionately in spiritual conversations using everyday technology. Rather than emphasizing performance, the program focuses on building confidence and discernment, helping students learn how faith naturally shapes the way they relate to others.</p> <p> For parents, IGNITE offers reassurance as well as opportunity. During the three-week program, students will live on campus in a structured, supportive environment that balances independence with guidance. Rodríguez Merlos emphasizes that the program is built on trust. “We entrust students with responsibility, much like Jesus did with His disciples,” she says. “And they consistently rise to that trust.”</p> <p> Several parents have seen that the program impacted their children in positive ways. One parent shared that after returning home, her daughter demonstrated greater maturity and independence—qualities that reflect the program’s intentional focus on growth, faith and responsibility.</p> <p> As organizers prepare IGNITE’s 2026 session, Rodríguez Merlos describes the program as an investment that extends beyond academics. “This is about shaping a foundation that will carry students through college and into life,” she says. “What they gain here has the potential to last far beyond these three weeks.”</p> <p> For those seeking ways to make Adventism come alive in the light of righteousness by faith and the cross of Christ, IGNITE offers a path forward. Additional program details will be updated on the Andrews <a href="https://www.andrews.edu/audc/ignite/index.html">website</a>.</p> Tue, 24 Mar 2026 17:34:25 +0000 Andrews Facilitates Global Leadership Development http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68968 <p> In December 2025, faculty from Andrews University facilitated two executive leadership programs for international cohorts. Sung Kwon, associate professor of leadership and director of the MA Leadership in Social Innovation Program, served as coordinator for both initiatives. He shares, “The distinctive program offered by Andrews University … integrates leadership development with a strong emphasis on social innovation. This approach not only equips leaders with the skills to navigate complex organizational landscapes but also inspires them to become architects of meaningful change in their communities and beyond.”</p> <p> From Dec. 1–3, the School of Business Administration and School of Leadership at Andrews University collaboratively hosted the Nigerian Executive Leadership Program. The participants were cosponsored by HumanRe Consultancy Services Limited, a Nigeria-based human resources and management consulting firm. The two organizations coordinated travel for select participants from Nigeria to Andrews University for the leadership program. During the training, a variety of topics, including emotional intelligence in leadership and innovative growth strategies for the workplace, were presented by Jay Brand, professor of leadership and organizational studies; Dustin Young, assistant professor of social work; Alayne Thorpe, dean of the College of Education & International Services and dean of graduate education; Kimberly Pichot, dean of the College of Professions, Gustavo Gregorutti, professor of leadership and higher education; and Kwon.</p> <p> John Omoyele Fagbemi, managing partner of HumanRe Consultancy Services Limited, notes the impact of the program. “We were overwhelmed by the mammoth of advanced transformative knowledge imparted, [the] resourceful professors’ presentations, [and the] ambience [of the] environment,” he shares.</p> <p> Shortly after this initiative took place, faculty from Andrews University traveled to Maputo, Mozambique, to assist with a secondary leadership program for Electricidade de Moçambique (EDM). EDM is Mozambique’s state-owned national electric utility, responsible for power generation and transmission. From Dec. 8–10, the program was held at both the EDM training center and headquarters of EDM. The event featured presentations from Pardon Mwansa, adjunct professor in the School of Leadership, Gregorutti and Kwon on team building, organizational development and servant leadership.</p> <p> Assa Fumo, director of EDM Academy, shares how the program impacted the organization, noting, “The collaboration provided our board members and directors with valuable insights into servant and transformational leadership, strategic decision-making and business model, adapted to our organizational context.” Fumo is confident that the partnership between EDM and Andrews University will continue in the future, recognizing that collaboration and imparted knowledge leads to growth.</p> <p> Kwon served as coordinator and presenter for both programs. He reflects, “Both entities … independently approached the School of Leadership seeking a collaborative partnership to enhance the leadership development of their constituents. Notably, although they are non-Adventist institutions, they expressed a clear desire for a leadership development program rooted in Christian values.”</p> <p> He adds, “Although the two organizations are not connected in any structural way, their simultaneous interest reflects what we believe to be the guidance of the Holy Spirit,” noting that the experience “affirms that leadership development can serve as a means of participating in God’s mission.”</p> <p> Andrews University’s School of Leadership is distinct in both its qualifications and the opportunities it offers. For more information, visit the school’s <a href="https://www.andrews.edu/ceis/leadership_school/index.html">web page</a>.</p> Wed, 11 Mar 2026 14:35:43 +0000 Stephen Zork Endowed Chair of Choral Music http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68961 <p> Andrews University has created the Stephen Zork Endowed Chair of Choral Music with the goal of securing transformative music education for future generations. $1.52 million of the $2 million dollar goal has been raised toward establishing a permanent position for a choral conductor and faculty member in the Department of Music. The endowment honors Stephen Zork, director of choral studies, as he prepares to retire after nearly 35 years of dedicated service.</p> <p> “As a Seventh-day Adventist institution, choral music education, pedagogy and vocal performance are some of the most profound, biblically-based functions within the schools of the prophets,” Zork shares. “Music education is interdisciplinary and cross-generational … it brings contrasting cultures, social groups and emotional temperaments together in an environment where they can be secure while experiencing the art of vulnerability through disciplined expression.”</p> <p> The Department of Music at Andrews provides a vibrant musical and learning environment in which students excel artistically and academically, grow in character and spirituality, and engage in acts of service. The department offers several undergraduate programs in composition, education and performance, as well as multiple graduate programs. It also supports numerous ensembles, including the Symphony Orchestra, University Singers & Chorale, Wind Symphony and more.</p> <p> “For any college campus, music is always a cultural touchstone,” says Max Keller, chair of the Department of Music. “Because of the music degrees offered at Andrews, we are also a touchstone for the broader Adventist community.”</p> <p> The department has had a widespread impact on the Adventist music community, with graduates going on to teach and work around the globe. For 34 years, Zork has been a mentor, educator and role model for thousands of these students. Together, he and his wife, Susan, assistant professor emerita of religion, have ministered to generations of college students.</p> <p> “Stephen Zork has fostered numerous leaders that serve throughout the world in Adventist academies and congregations,” Charles Reid, associate professor of music, affirms. “Choral music is a meeting point, but the welcoming hospitality and the trusting ear of the Zorks has been a cherished cornerstone for the Andrews student body.”</p> <p> One such student, Jahaziel Gutierrez Escobar, was inspired to pursue graduate studies in conducting when he saw Zork as a guest conductor at the University of Montemorelos’ Alumni Weekend. “I got quickly captivated by the way he taught and conducted the ensemble. That was when I learned more about the choir conducting program at Andrews University, directed by Professor Zork, and began dreaming of pursuing my master’s degree.”</p> <p> Violetta Matsiuk, sophomore music education student, shares that Zork was instrumental in bringing her to Andrews on a full tuition scholarship. “I came here to study in the choral program because of how good it is and because of what Professor Zork provides for the students and what he is able to teach,” she notes. “I feel like the endowed chair gives me the assurance that the program can be secure, as well as my major.”</p> <p> The Stephen Zork Endowed Chair of Choral Music will be the first permanent chair in the music department. “It will guarantee that there is always someone that is the choral conductor here. It solidifies the program,” Keller shares. “It is a huge statement for the University to put that kind of effort into the choral program. For it to be named after Stephen Zork—it’s a huge legacy honor for him. His impact is going to be felt for as long as this institution is here.”</p> <p> A search to fill the new position will occur as soon as the chair has been fully funded. Gutierrez Escobar reflects, “When an influential leader retires, students and the community expect to see someone with the same or greater professionalism, artistry, enthusiasm and love for teaching as the retiring leader.” Echoing this, Matsiuk adds, “We’re hoping that the next person who comes is definitely led by God into it. We’re looking for someone who would be able to continue what Professor Zork was doing here for so many years, but to find their own interpretation—to bring some other great new things into the program.”</p> <p> As the department prepares for the endowment to be completed, it continues to expand its reach. In the past year, a new community music school has been established, through which Andrews students have the opportunity to teach local children. Andrews also recently partnered with other Adventist universities to create the Adventist Youth Music Association, which conducts solo performance adjudication and ensemble music-making experiences. The department is also running several festival experiences for high school students, including an upcoming event for wind symphony and piano.</p> <p> Internally, the department continues to see positive change. “We’ve actually been growing in terms of the number of majors and in terms of the size of our ensembles. It’s really exciting,” Keller says. “Our students, when they graduate, are competing with the top state and private institutions out there. I feel very confident in the level of instruction that they are given.”</p> <p> Affirming this sentiment, Reid shares, “Our students really are our first consideration as our mission remains: to live and grow together in community with Christ, to join our Creator in creating magnificent art, and to engage and cultivate our God-given talent and intellect for His purposes.”</p> <p> This emphasis on community and ministry can be felt throughout the University. “Andrews University is the only Seventh-day Adventist higher education institution in the world to offer a master’s degree in choir conducting. Getting my family and me into a Christian environment and having an excellent academic experience were imperative needs,” Gutierrez Escobar says. “That is something that only Andrews University could offer us, and that’s why we decided to come here.”</p> <p> <strong>Those interested in contributing to the Stephen Zork Endowed Chair of Choral Music can find more information on the <a href="https://www.andrews.edu/give/zork/?solc=SZECCMMUS&fbclid=IwY2xjawQKkxJleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETJPNkpSNlpHUjYxTnlrVmJvc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHikbCeXVfRWOkHIYJ4SVipMXz5L642T_SeJ5lGqxBn1zudqgYUHuhC23rsU__aem_MzvC94m2-qdaSSihP_Qm3Q">Andrews website</a>. </strong></p> <p> A special <a href="https://xpc.andrews.edu/agenda/68727">Celebration Reunion Choir Concert</a> in honor of Zork will be held from April 24–25 in the Howard Performing Arts Center.</p> <p> As he looks to the future of the department, Zork hopes that his colleagues will continue to be supported, recognized and upheld as they carry out the mission of Christ at Andrews. He says, “Regardless of their instrument, my colleagues train each of their students to the highest artistic and refined level. But moreover, they give each of their students a voice to change the world for the better.” </p> <div> <u font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); box-sizing: border-box;">                    </u></div> <div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">  </div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> To learn more about studying at Andrews University, please visit <a href="https://www.andrews.edu/admissions/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(0, 74, 128); text-decoration: none;">Enrollment</a>. </div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">  </div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> If you’re interested in joining the Andrews University team, please see the list of available <a href="https://www.andrews.edu/services/hr/job_seekers/index.html" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(0, 74, 128); text-decoration: none;">positions</a>. </div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">  </div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> We invite you to support the Andrews University mission by making a <a href="https://www.andrews.edu/services/development/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(0, 74, 128); text-decoration: none;">donation</a>.</div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">  </div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> Please read more about great things happening at Andrews University <a href="https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/feed/Agenda:+Campus+News/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(0, 74, 128); text-decoration: none;">here</a>.<span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);"> </span></div> </div> Mon, 09 Mar 2026 13:53:44 +0000 Passion Play to Be Held at Andrews University http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68960 <p> After nearly a decade, Andrews University will once again host the Passion Play, an engaging walk-through experience that portrays the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The event, which is being organized by Pioneer Memorial Church, will take place on April 4, 2026, across indoor and outdoor campus locations.</p> <p> Originally launched in 2003 under the leadership of Pastor Ronald Whitehead, the Passion Play quickly became a cherished campus tradition, engaging students, local churches and community volunteers. The production ran annually until 2016 and was known for its immersive approach, walking audiences through live scenes such as the marketplace, Triumphal Entry, Last Supper, Gethsemane, the trial before Pilate, the Crucifixion and the Resurrection.</p> <p> This year, the Passion Play returns under the direction of alumnus Leo Aguilera, who attended the 2016 production as a teenager. “Bringing the Passion Play back after nearly a decade has been deeply emotional for many of us,” says Esteban Grajales, marketing director for the 2026 production. “That full-circle moment carries deep meaning. Many local churches have expressed genuine excitement, partnering with us and mentoring our team. There is a strong sense that this is not just a production, but a community-wide effort.”</p> <p> Attendees can look forward to enhanced production elements, including refreshed sets and costumes; refined staging, sound and lighting; and a new opening scene developed in collaboration with One Mustard Seed, a ministry specializing in immersive biblical storytelling. “The new opening scene places the Passion story within the broader biblical timeline in a powerful way,” Grajales says. “It adds depth and context that audiences have not experienced before.”</p> <p> Volunteers remain central to the production’s success. More than 400 individuals are contributing in roles ranging from acting and special effects to media, hospitality and logistics. The nonprofit production is made possible through strong community support, with volunteers contributing their time, creativity and effort.</p> <p> Student involvement also plays a major role. Graduate and undergraduate students are participating as actors, extras and behind-the-scenes contributors. “Watching students step into roles and take ownership has been inspiring,” Grajales says.</p> <p> Accessibility is a priority, and the experience will accommodate most individuals using wheelchairs or other assistive devices, with a vehicle pick-up location near the Hospitality Tent close to the final scene.</p> <p> Flash photography and recreational wheeled transportation are not permitted during the production. Parents are encouraged to prepare children for the Crucifixion scenes, and viewer discretion is advised for the bright lights and sudden sounds in the Resurrection scene.</p> <p> “The Passion Play is more than a performance,” Grajales says. “This brings the story of Jesus to life in an immersive way, creating an enjoyable experience for individuals and families alike. We hope attendees leave spiritually inspired and renewed, feeling that they were part of something meaningful. Ultimately, we hope they leave glad they came.”</p> <p> Rotations of the Passion Play will begin every 30 minutes from 10 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Each rotation will last approximately two hours, and guests are asked to arrive 30 minutes before their scheduled start time. Attendance is free; however, reservations are required to help manage group sizes. Please <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/passion-play-tickets-1983462081479">reserve spots</a> for immediate family members only.</p> <div> <u font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); box-sizing: border-box;">                    </u></div> <div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">  </div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> To learn more about studying at Andrews University, please visit <a href="https://www.andrews.edu/admissions/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(0, 74, 128); text-decoration: none;">Enrollment</a>. </div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">  </div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> If you’re interested in joining the Andrews University team, please see the list of available <a href="https://www.andrews.edu/services/hr/job_seekers/index.html" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(0, 74, 128); text-decoration: none;">positions</a>. </div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">  </div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> We invite you to support the Andrews University mission by making a <a href="https://www.andrews.edu/services/development/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(0, 74, 128); text-decoration: none;">donation</a>.</div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">  </div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> Please read more about great things happening at Andrews University <a href="https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/feed/Agenda:+Campus+News/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(0, 74, 128); text-decoration: none;">here</a>.<span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);"> </span></div> </div> Mon, 09 Mar 2026 11:49:15 +0000 23rd Annual Music & Worship Conference http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68951 <p> The 23rd annual Music & Worship Conference took place Feb. 12–14, 2026, at Andrews University, bringing together students, faculty and church leaders to explore the theme of worship as missional discipleship.</p> <p> Hosted by the Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary, the annual conference continues a more than two-decade tradition of fostering thoughtful dialogue and meaningful worship experiences. Originally founded by Nicholas Zork, the conference has consistently combined dynamic worship gatherings with theological reflection. Since 2020, the event has included an academic component with a call for papers, highlighting interdisciplinary scholarship on worship.</p> <p> David Williams, conference organizer and associate professor of worship and sacred music, explained that this year’s theme sought to deepen the connection between worship and the mission of the church. “There’s not a lot of conversation about worship and mission together,” Williams says. “We wanted to help move that conversation forward.”</p> <p> Throughout the weekend, presenters examined how worship shapes discipleship and informs the lived experience of faith. “If liturgy is the work of the people,” Williams notes, “then it’s not just what happens in public worship. It’s also the work believers do when they are sent back into the world.” Rather than focusing solely on proclamation, the conference emphasized worship as a way of life expressed through daily work, service and community engagement.</p> <p> The program featured academic papers, pastoral presentations, and practical sessions on worship planning and church leadership. Organizers intentionally structured the conference to bridge theory and practice, allowing participants to experience the theology being discussed. “We learn theology not only by writing about it, but by doing it,” Williams explains. “The action of worship forms us.”</p> <p> Attendees experienced a range of musical expressions, including traditional hymnody, contemporary worship, gospel styles, Latino and Korean contributions, and orchestral arrangements. “One of the gifts of worship,” Williams says, “is recognizing that the church is bigger than any one culture or preference.” The varied expressions underscored the global nature of the church and the importance of cultural sensitivity in mission.</p> <p> For many participants, the highlight of the conference was a communal worship meal, designed to create space for prayer, reflection and shared praise. Organizers described these experiential moments as central to the conference’s purpose. “We always include worship around a meal,” Williams shares. “It teaches that there are many ways to encounter God together.”</p> <p> According to organizers, the Music & Worship Conference was designed not only for scholars but for church members and leaders seeking renewal in their local congregations. By combining scholarship, practical training and immersive worship, the event aimed to encourage meaningful transformation in the church’s public worship and mission.</p> <div> <u font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); box-sizing: border-box;">                    </u></div> <div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">  </div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> To learn more about studying at Andrews University, please visit <a href="https://www.andrews.edu/admissions/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(0, 74, 128); text-decoration: none;">Enrollment</a>. </div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">  </div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> If you’re interested in joining the Andrews University team, please see the list of available <a href="https://www.andrews.edu/services/hr/job_seekers/index.html" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(0, 74, 128); text-decoration: none;">positions</a>. </div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">  </div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> We invite you to support the Andrews University mission by making a <a href="https://www.andrews.edu/services/development/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(0, 74, 128); text-decoration: none;">donation</a>.</div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">  </div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> Please read more about great things happening at Andrews University <a href="https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/feed/Agenda:+Campus+News/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(0, 74, 128); text-decoration: none;">here</a>.<span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);"> </span></div> </div> Thu, 05 Mar 2026 14:00:42 +0000 Wind Symphony to Present Vespers Concert http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68882 <p> On Friday, March 6, at 7:30 p.m. in the Howard Performing Arts Center, the Andrews University Wind Symphony will present its annual vespers concert, titled “Sing Praise!” This year, the Wind Symphony, conducted by Denisse Santos-Gooden, will be joined by the Andrews University Singers, directed by Stephen Zork, and the Berrien Springs Spanish Seventh-day Adventist Church praise team, coordinated by Myrna Araujo-Constantine, creating a powerful shared music experience.</p> <p> The audience is invited to experience the joy of music-making through listening and singing together. The program will feature a variety of hymns, including “O God, Our Help in Ages Past,” “Rejoice, the Lord is King,” “Lead On, O King Eternal,” “I Will Wait for You,” “He Will Hold Me Fast” and “Shall We Gather at the River?” The ensembles will also perform contemporary works inspired by biblical texts.</p> <p> The event is free, and no tickets are required. For additional information, contact the Howard box office at 269-471-3560. For a full season schedule of events at the Howard Performing Arts Center, visit <a href="http://howard.andrews.edu">howard.andrews.edu</a>. </p> <div> <u font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); box-sizing: border-box;">                    </u></div> <div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">  </div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> To learn more about studying at Andrews University, please visit <a href="https://www.andrews.edu/admissions/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(0, 74, 128); text-decoration: none;">Enrollment</a>. </div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">  </div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> If you’re interested in joining the Andrews University team, please see the list of available <a href="https://www.andrews.edu/services/hr/job_seekers/index.html" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(0, 74, 128); text-decoration: none;">positions</a>. </div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">  </div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> We invite you to support the Andrews University mission by making a <a href="https://www.andrews.edu/services/development/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(0, 74, 128); text-decoration: none;">donation</a>.</div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);">  </div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51);"> Please read more about great things happening at Andrews University <a href="https://www.andrews.edu/agenda/feed/Agenda:+Campus+News/" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(0, 74, 128); text-decoration: none;">here</a>.<span style="color: rgb(34, 34, 34);"> </span></div> </div> Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:46:36 +0000