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Andrews University Agenda http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/ News and Events at Andrews University en-us Copyright 2026, Andrews University Thu, 9 Jul 2026 00:23:00 +0000 Thu, 9 Jul 2026 00:23:00 +0000 webmaster@andrews.edu webmaster@andrews.edu Music Alumnus Pays Homage to Late Professor http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69402 Violinist Mailyn Iribar Corpas, an alumnus of the Andrews University Department of Music, recently received the first prize Nerenberg Award and Farwell Trust Award in the Senior Instrumental Division from the Musicians Club of Women and won the inaugural Ruthmere Solo Strings Competition. For her senior violin recital, she performed an original violin sonata composed by late Andrews professor Blythe Owen—the first time the piece had been played in over two decades. <<< Read the full story at the Adventist News Network <a href="https://adventist.news/news/andrews-university-alumnus-pays-homage-to-late-university-professor">site</a> >>> Thu, 02 Jul 2026 10:39:38 +0000 DMin Graduates Celebrate at Newbold http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69401 Students, church leaders and civic representatives gathered at Newbold College of Higher Education on Sunday, 28 June, to celebrate the achievements of the graduating Class of 2026, marking the conclusion of the College’s 125th anniversary celebrations and challenging graduates to lives of ministry, service and leadership. The annual Awards Ceremony recognised graduates who had successfully completed programmes offered through the University of Wales Trinity Saint David, alongside two Doctor of Ministry graduates who completed their degrees in partnership with Andrews University. Degrees and awards ranged from the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Biblical and Pastoral Studies to Master’s degrees, postgraduate certificates and doctoral qualifications. <<< Read the full story at the Trans-European Division <a href="https://ted.adventist.org/news/newbold-awards-ceremony-2026/">site</a> >>> Thu, 02 Jul 2026 10:38:35 +0000 Senior Research Professor Reflects on Career http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69377 After more than 30 years on the Berrien County Board of Health, Dr. Duane McBride is stepping down. He said he’s worked with great health officers–from Jerry Erickson to Mike Mortimer to Nikki Britten to Courtney Davis and now, Guy Miller. “I think public health really, really makes a difference in this world with clean water, sewer, septic tanks,” said McBride, who is 80 years old. “It’s really making a difference in the lives and the quality of life of people and so it's been a pleasure and honor for me to be a part of this.” McBride grew up in the Chicago suburbs before moving to Berrien Springs to attend Andrews University, where he received a bachelor’s degree in behavioral science in 1968. He received his PhD in sociology in 1976 from the University of Kentucky and worked for 13 years with the University of Miami School of Medicine in psychiatry and behavioral science before returning to Southwest Michigan. <div> <<< Read the full story at the Paxton Media Group <a href="https://www.paxtonmedia.com/news/the_herald_palladium/mcbride-reflects-on-years-with-berrien-county-board-of-health/article_b64ef211-72d0-572f-862e-7a8927c20e82.html">site</a> and Herald-Palladium <a href="https://www.heraldpalladium.com/communities/berrien_springs/mcbride-reflects-on-years-with-berrien-county-board-of-health/article_6aaf84ce-5a4a-5d1b-ba8a-b3de823b3d30.html">site</a> >>></div> Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:14:36 +0000 New Flight Simulator for Aviation Program http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69148 The Department of Aviation at Andrews University recently unveiled a new 737-MAX Crew Resource Trainer, a full-scale replica of a Boeing 737 cockpit designed to enhance advanced pilot training. The simulator was introduced during an Open House and Dedication Ceremony on Feb. 27, 2026, marking a significant step forward for the University’s aviation program and its preparation of future professional pilots. <<< Read the full story at the Adventist News Network <a href="https://adventist.news/news/new-flight-simulator-enhances-pilot-training-at-andrews-university">site</a>, Lake Union Herald <a href="https://www.lakeunionherald.org/archive/articles/new-flight-simulator-enhances-pilot-training/">site</a> and Moody on the Market <a href="https://www.moodyonthemarket.com/737-max-simulator-added-at-andrews-university-aviation-program/">site</a> >>> Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:12:08 +0000 Scholarship for Denominational Employee Families http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69374 A qualifying student for the Denominational Tuition Guarantee Scholarship must be admitted and registered as a new full-time, degree-seeking undergraduate student beginning in the fall 2026 semester; eligible for denominational tuition assistance under applicable North American Division (NAD) working policy; receive denominational tuition assistance equal to at least 70% of Andrews University undergraduate tuition from the sponsoring conference, union, division, or other approved denominational employer; reside in Andrews University residential housing unless otherwise approved by the University; maintain continuous enrollment and satisfy all applicable University academic, enrollment and scholarship renewal requirements. <<< Read the full story at the Lake Union Herald <a href="https://www.lakeunionherald.org/archive/articles/andrews-university-guarantees-full-undergraduate-tuition-for-qualifying-denominational-employee-families-beginning-fall-2026/">site</a> and Adventist Today <a href="https://atoday.org/andrews-university-to-cover-full-undergraduate-tuition-for-eligible-denominational-employee-families/">site</a> >>> Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:09:10 +0000 Seminary Partnership Promotes Community Engagement http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69373 The Center for Discipleship & Evangelism (CDE) began its community engagement intensive track Feb. 9 and 10. Partnered with Andrews University’s Center for Community Change, CDE invited 10 pastors—four from Southeastern California Conference (SECC) and six from Northern California Conference—to attend training in which outreach was the sole focus. From SECC, pastors Baron Savory, pastor at Valley Fellowship; Laffit Cortes, senior pastor of Escondido; Sandra Fermin, associate pastor for youth, young adults, and community engagement at Loma Linda Filipino; and Linda Biswas, community engagement pastor from Azure Hills, were selected to join the training across two days in preparation ahead of the launch of the community engagement track.  <<< Read the full story at the Paific Union Conference <a href="https://www.adventistfaith.com/news/secc-begins-its-first-center-for-discipleship/">site</a> >>> Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:06:16 +0000 Students and Faculty Win Awards at MBAA Conference http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69372 Graduate students and faculty from the Andrews University School of Business Administration (SBA) earned five awards and presented 17 research papers at the Midwest Business Administration Association (MBAA) International Conference in Chicago, highlighting the University’s research excellence on an international stage. <<< Read the full story at the North American Division <a href="https://www.nadadventist.org/news/andrews-university-students-and-faculty-win-awards-at-business-conference/">site</a>, Adventist Today <a href="https://atoday.org/andrews-university-business-students-faculty-earn-five-awards-at-international-research-conference/">site</a> and Moody on the Market <a href="https://www.moodyonthemarket.com/andrews-university-students-faculty-earn-top-honors-at-international-business-conference/">site</a> >>> Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:01:57 +0000 Student Ministers to Youth Through Tech Center http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69353 Since the summer of 2025, Jonathan Garcia, lead pastor of the Harbor of Hope SDA Church in Benton Harbor, Michigan, has taught computer science to young students at the local Boys and Girls Club chapter. Having previously worked as a computer science instructor in New York for over a decade, Garcia now serves students at the Benton Harbor Boys and Girls Club’s Joel E. Smilow Teen Center (also known as “Teen Tech Center”), which features an array of technology used for education and creativity. Through this service, Garcia has combined his interests in spiritual ministry and computer science to provide an impactful resource for participants.  ... Garcia, who is also currently pursuing a Master of Divinity degree at Andrews University’s Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary, shared that the Teen Tech Center, funded in part by Best Buy and the Whirlpool Foundation, is a powerful and rare resource he and his students get to partake in. More than $1 million has been contributed to the facility’s construction and maintenance, he said. Garcia credited the leadership and efforts of Di’Andre Hureskin, Best Buy’s Teen Tech Center Coordinator, for helping to maintain the Tech Center and its impactful programs.  <<< Read the full story at the Lake Union Herald <a href="http://Since the summer of 2025, Jonathan Garcia, lead pastor of the Harbor of Hope SDA Church in Benton Harbor, Michigan, has taught computer science to young students at the local Boys and Girls Club chapter. Having previously worked as a computer science instructor in New York for over a decade, Garcia now serves students at the Benton Harbor Boys and Girls Club’s Joel E. Smilow Teen Center (also known as “Teen Tech Center”), which features an array of technology used for education and creativity. Through this service, Garcia has combined his interests in spiritual ministry and computer science to provide an impactful resource for participants. The Teen Tech Center is complete with a section for e-sports with nearly a dozen computers and professional equipment, where students not only play games, but also learn about streaming and other technical processes. A separate section is dedicated to 3D printing, sublimation, and virtual reality headsets that connect students with other Teen Tech Centers worldwide. Additionally, spaces for music production, podcasting, graphic design, and more are available in the state-of-the-art space. Garcia, who is also currently pursuing a Master of Divinity degree at Andrews University’s Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary, shared that the Teen Tech Center, funded in part by Best Buy and the Whirlpool Foundation, is a powerful and rare resource he and his students get to partake in. More than $1 million has been contributed to the facility’s construction and maintenance, he said. Garcia credited the leadership and efforts of Di’Andre Hureskin, Best Buy’s Teen Tech Center Coordinator, for helping to maintain the Tech Center and its impactful programs. ">site</a> >>> Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:19:52 +0000