Andrews University Agenda

Andrews University Agenda http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/ News and Events at Andrews University en-us Copyright 2026, Andrews University Sat, 7 Nov 2026 03:36:00 +0000 Sat, 7 Nov 2026 03:36:00 +0000 webmaster@andrews.edu webmaster@andrews.edu World Kindness Day http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70522 Celebrate World Kindness Day — November 13, 2026 Small acts. Meaningful connections. The Counseling & Testing Center invites the Andrews University community to celebrate World Kindness Day on Friday, November 13. Together, we can make our campus a place where people feel seen, valued, and supported. Kindness does not have to be a grand gesture. Taking a moment to listen, offering encouragement, or including someone new can make a meaningful difference. We may not always know what another person is going through, but we can choose to meet them with patience and compassion. Celebrate by putting kindness into action: <ul data-spread="false"> <li> Check in on a friend or classmate and take time to listen. </li> <li> Share a thoughtful note or word of encouragement. </li> <li> Invite someone sitting alone to join you. </li> <li> Thank someone whose efforts often go unnoticed. </li> <li> Offer a helping hand without expecting anything in return. </li> <li> Extend kindness to yourself by making time for rest and speaking to yourself with compassion. </li> </ul> Let November 13 be a reminder to carry kindness into our everyday interactions. Each caring act is an opportunity to strengthen connections and help someone feel that they belong. Thrive • Connect • Belong Fri, 06 Nov 2026 10:44:05 +0000 Soul Shop For Leaders http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70416 Suicide awareness within faith communities is critical for providing support, hope and resources to those in need. Faith communities often play a key role in recognizing warning signs and offering guidance. By fostering open conversations about mental health, faith communities can create a compassionate environment where individuals feel safe to seek help. Soul Shop is a training specific for faith communities to help start the conversation about suicidal desperation, respond with support and help facilitate connections to maintain safety. This training is seven hours and registration costs include a participant manual and supplementary materials of community resources. Lunch will be provided. Training will not equip you to be a mental health specialist. Cost: $45.00 Register using the link on our <a href="https://www.andrews.edu/cas/socialwork/traumacare/index.html">website</a>. Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:40:12 +0000 AUGSA's Kinetic Vespers and Game Night http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70439 We would love to invite you to our AUGSA Kinetic Vespers & Game Night this Saturday, Oct. 24! We know graduate life can be busy with classes, work and family responsibilities. So, we want to invite you to take a break, worship God together, make new friends and enjoy a special evening with our graduate community! Saturday, Oct. 24 Location: Alumni House Patio 5–7 p.m.: Kinetic Vespers 7–9 p.m.: Game Night Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:11:30 +0000 Research Week 2026 http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70428 Research Week at Andrews University runs from Oct. 14–23, 2026.  Discover the power of curiosity and the promise of discovery at Andrews University’s Research Week 2026! Celebrate the creativity, scholarship and innovation of our University community as students and faculty, together with visiting experts, share ideas, explore new frontiers of knowledge and demonstrate how research can transform lives. From groundbreaking discoveries to solutions for real-world challenges, Research Week brings together inquisitive minds united by a common purpose: to seek knowledge, affirm faith and change the world. Join us in celebrating the ideas and people shaping a brighter future through research, collaboration and service. Thu, 22 Oct 2026 16:01:29 +0000 Career Week: Purpose to Profession Workshop http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70400 The Career Center will be hosting Career Week from Oct. 17–22. The week's activities will kick off on Sabbath, Oct. 17 from 3:30–5:30 p.m. with a workshop titled, "Purpose to Profession: Turning Your God-given Gifts into Meaningful Work,"* hosted by Maya Byfield, tenured professor of biology and principal investigator of the National Science Foundation's S-STEM LEAPS and BOUNDS scholarship program at Seminole State College of Florida. The workshop will take place in the Newbold Auditorium. Participants will learn discover their spiritual gifts and learn how to use them. This workshop is open to all students and community members. Other Events: <ul> <li> Monday, Oct. 19, 11:30 a.m.–2 p.m., Student Center—Career Center Pop-Up: Meet your career advisors and enjoy a cup of gourmet hot chocolate (while supplies last).*</li> <li> Wednesday, Oct. 21, 5:30–7 p.m., Lamson Hall—Resume Review Pop-Up: Have your resume reviewed by a career advisor.</li> <li> Thursday, Oct. 22, 7–8:30 p.m., Lamson Hall Aerobic Room—Career Vision Board Making: Use your creative juices to map out your career path. All materials and snacks will be provided.*</li> </ul> *Cocurricular credit provided.  Contact: <a href="mailto:career@andrews.edu">career@andrews.edu</a>, 269-471-6288 Thu, 15 Oct 2026 15:00:18 +0000 24/7 Crisis/Urgent Mental Health Support Hotline http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/65104 24/7 Crisis/Urgent Mental Health Support Hotline Experiencing a crisis? In need of urgent mental health support? Help is available 24/7. Please call 1-866-349-5575.  Service is provided by Academic Live Care and is available to all Andrews University students and employees. Thu, 08 Oct 2026 15:23:29 +0000 Robert & Lillis Kingman Lecture http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70384 Roderick B. Pernites will present at the seventh annual Robert & Lillis Kingman Lecture series on Science & Society at 7 p.m. at Newbold Auditorium on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2026, on the topic, "Intelligent Designs: Engineering Materials for Real-World Applications." Pernites received his education across three countries, the United States, Singapore and the Philippines, providing him with a global perspective and extensive experience collaborating with individuals from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds. He earned a PhD in chemistry, with a minor in chemical biology, from the University of Houston-Texas. Refreshments will be served at 6 p.m.  Thu, 08 Oct 2026 15:09:27 +0000 Counseling & Testing Center Relaxation Room http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70372 Take a Breather: Your Free Massage Chair Break Awaits Busy day? Full schedule? Make room for a little relaxation. Step away from the rush and settle into the massage chair in the Counseling & Testing Center’s Relaxation Room. Enjoy a quiet moment to unwind, recharge and make time for yourself—with a free 30-minute appointment. Call 269-471-3470 to reserve your relaxation time. Hours Monday–Thursday: 9 a.m.–12:30 p.m. and 1:30–5 p.m. Friday: 9 a.m.–12 p.m. Counseling & Testing Center | Andrews University Your to-do list can wait. Take a moment for you. Thu, 01 Oct 2026 20:10:32 +0000