Andrews University Agenda http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/ News and Events at Andrews University en-us Copyright 2025, Andrews University Sun, 21 Dec 2025 08:38:00 +0000 Sun, 21 Dec 2025 08:38:00 +0000 webmaster@andrews.edu webmaster@andrews.edu Andrews Agenda Holiday Schedule http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68662 <p> The Andrews Agenda and Week in Pictures will be on hiatus from Dec. 19, 2025, through Jan. 4, 2026.</p> <p> The Andrews Agenda email will not be distributed on Thursday, Dec. 25, or Thursday, Jan. 1. Distribution will resume on Thursday, Jan. 8.</p> <p> Please plan accordingly&mdash;thank you for your understanding.</p> Thu, 18 Dec 2025 13:57:46 +0000 24/7 Crisis/Urgent Mental Health Support Hotline http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/65104 <p> <u><strong>24/7 Crisis/Urgent Mental Health Support Hotline</strong></u></p> <p> Experiencing a crisis? In need of urgent mental health support? Help is available 24/7.</p> <p> Please call <strong>1-866-349-5575</strong>.&nbsp;</p> <p> Service is provided by Academic Live Care and is available to all Andrews University students and employees.</p> Thu, 18 Dec 2025 13:57:38 +0000 Telehealth: Academic Live Care http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/66979 <p> This high-quality, on-demand medical care is designed with students and staff in mind! The Andrews University Care Hub (link below) is the best way to see a therapist from your place of convenience, even when you're on the go. For s<strong>tudents</strong>, use access code: <u>ALCANDU23</u>. For <strong>staff</strong>, use access code:&nbsp;<strong>ALCANUS23</strong>.</p> Thu, 18 Dec 2025 13:57:33 +0000 Unique Christmas Gift! http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68639 <p> If you or someone you love enjoys watching the antics of the goats at the Agriculture Education Center at Andrews University, you now have an opportunity to give a unique gift for Christmas. Soap made from their goat milk, oatmeal, and local honey is available for purchase ($7.99/bar) at the Made at Andrews store inside the Andrews University Bookstore, 4245-1 Administration Dr, Berrien Springs, MI 49103. Please call 269-471-3287 for their holiday hours. Your purchase supports students studying animal science or sustainable horticulture. Thank you!</p> Thu, 18 Dec 2025 12:51:53 +0000 Christmas Extravaganza (All Ensembles) http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68621 <p> <span style="font-size: inherit;">Join the Andrews University Department of Music for a memorable Christmas Extravaganza to welcome the season!&nbsp;</span></p> <p> <span style="font-size: inherit;">Featured performances will include the University Singers, Chorale, Symphony Orchestra, and Wind Symphony, along with talented students from the Piano Studios of Chi Yong Yun and string ensembles from the Studio of Carla Trynchuk.&nbsp;</span></p> <p> <span style="font-size: inherit;">In the spirit of giving, our Christmas Extravaganza will also feature a brief opportunity to support our talented music students through student scholarships.</span></p> <p> Celebrate the spirit of the season through uplifting music, including selections from &quot;The Christmas Song,&quot; &quot;Christmas Dinner&quot; and &quot;Sleigh Ride,&quot; capturing the joy of the holidays.</p> Thu, 11 Dec 2025 15:23:21 +0000 Christmas Extravaganza (All Ensembles) http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67523 <p> <span style="font-size: inherit;">Join the Andrews University Department of Music for a memorable Christmas Extravaganza to welcome the season!&nbsp;</span></p> <p> <span style="font-size: inherit;">Featured performances will include the University Singers, Chorale, Symphony Orchestra, and Wind Symphony, along with talented students from the Piano Studios of Chi Yong Yun and string ensembles from the Studio of Carla Trynchuk.&nbsp;</span></p> <p> <span style="font-size: inherit;">In the spirit of giving, our Christmas Extravaganza will also feature a brief opportunity to support our talented music students through student scholarships.</span></p> <p> Celebrate the spirit of the season through uplifting music, including selections from &quot;The Christmas Song,&quot; &quot;Christmas Dinner&quot; and &quot;Sleigh Ride,&quot; capturing the joy of the holidays.</p> Sun, 07 Dec 2025 15:28:20 +0000 Dissertation Defense: Maureen S. Pakalapati http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68602 <p> A <strong>PhD Dissertation Defense </strong>for <strong>Maureen S. Pakalapati </strong>is scheduled on <strong>Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025, </strong>from 2&ndash;4:30 p.m. via Zoom.</p> <p> <strong>Maureen S. Pakalapati </strong>will defend her dissertation in partial fulfillment for the <strong>PhD degree in h</strong><strong>igher education administration</strong><strong>.</strong>&nbsp;Her dissertation title is<strong>, &ldquo;Shattering the Glass Ceiling: A Case Study of Andrea Luxton as the First Woman President of Andrews University.&rdquo;</strong> Those wishing to attend must make their request one day prior to the defense via email:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:ceisdeanga@andrews.edu">ceisdeanga@andrews.edu</a>.</p> Thu, 04 Dec 2025 11:10:59 +0000 James White Library Hours for Winter Break http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68601 <p> The library will operate the posted hours throughout&nbsp;winter break.</p> Thu, 04 Dec 2025 11:03:15 +0000