Andrews University Agenda http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/ News and Events at Andrews University en-us Copyright 2026, Andrews University Fri, 27 Feb 2026 02:22:00 +0000 Fri, 27 Feb 2026 02:22:00 +0000 webmaster@andrews.edu webmaster@andrews.edu Andrews Innovation Conference x HYVE X 2026 http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68768 <p> Join our Andrews Innovation Conference x HYVE X 2026 for a week of pitches, workshops, keynotes and networking under the theme &quot;Innovation with Purpose&quot;!</p> <p> There is Early Bird Registration available for the first 100 people. Check out the <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/andrews-innovation-conference-hyve-x-2026-tickets-1852499157849?utm-campaign=social&amp;utm-content=attendeeshare&amp;utm-medium=discovery&amp;utm-term=listing&amp;utm-source=cp&amp;aff=ebdsshcopyurl" target="_blank">event agenda</a> and <strong>register <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/andrews-innovation-conference-hyve-x-2026-tickets-1852499157849?utm-campaign=social&amp;utm-content=attendeeshare&amp;utm-medium=discovery&amp;utm-term=listing&amp;utm-source=cp&amp;aff=ebdsshcopyurl">here</a> today</strong>!&nbsp;</p> <p> Speakers include <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/solomon-kim-7393ab154/">Solomon Kim</a> (Apple), <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/licci/" target="_blank">Licci Zemleduch</a> (Professor SWAU), <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-e-cafferky-47530b18/">Michael Cafferky</a> (author, retired professor), <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/natasharichardscoach/">Natasha Richards</a> (Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary), and many other investors and regional leaders.</p> <p> 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.</p> <p> Throughout the weekend, attendees will:</p> <ul> <li> <strong>Participate in workshops </strong>led by industry experts and innovators in the areas of artificial intelligence and marketing for business.</li> <li> <strong>Engage with keynote speakers </strong>who explore how innovation can drive meaningful change.</li> <li> <strong>Network with investors, mentors and peers </strong>during receptions, roundtables and campus tours.</li> <li> <strong>Watch top student entrepreneurs compete</strong>&nbsp;in a pitch competition for $30,000 in awards.</li> <li> <strong>Experience Demo Day</strong>, where startups showcase their ventures to potential partners and supporters.</li> </ul> <p> Whether you&rsquo;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.</p> Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:53:29 +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, 26 Feb 2026 12:51:39 +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, 26 Feb 2026 12:51:35 +0000 Wind Symphony Vespers Concert http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67529 <p> The<strong> </strong>&ldquo;Sing Praise!&rdquo; Wind Symphony Vespers is quickly becoming an annual tradition, inviting audiences to experience the joy of music-making through both listening and singing together. This year&rsquo;s event brings the Wind Symphony together with the University Singers and the Spanish Seventh-day Adventist Church Praise Team, creating a powerful shared musical experience. The program features beloved hymn favorites such as &ldquo;Rejoice the Lord Is King&rdquo; and &ldquo;Lead On, O King Eternal,&rdquo; alongside contemporary works inspired by texts from the Psalms and other scriptures. Bring a friend or family member and join the Wind Symphony for this meaningful and uplifting evening on Friday, March 6, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. in the Howard Performing Arts Center.</p> <p> Admission is FREE.</p> <p> <br /> The praise sing repertoire will be selected from the following, along with additional pieces from the various performing ensembles:</p> <p> <strong>&quot;O God, Our Help in Ages Past&quot;</strong></p> <p> <strong>&quot;Rejoice, The Lord is King&quot;</strong></p> <p> <strong>&quot;Lead On, O King Eternal&quot;</strong></p> <p> <strong>&quot;I Will Wait For You&quot;</strong></p> <p> <strong>&quot;He Will Hold Me Fast&quot;</strong></p> <p> <strong>&quot;Shall We Gather at the River&quot;</strong></p> <p> &nbsp;</p> <p> Andrews University Wind Symphony<br /> <em>Denisse Santos-Gooden, Director</em></p> <p> Andrews University Singers<br /> <em>Stephen Zork, Director</em></p> <p> Spanish Sevneth-day Adventist Church Praise Team<br /> <em>Myrna Araujo-Constantine, Coordinator&nbsp;</em></p> <p> &nbsp;</p> <p> <strong><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Andrews University Wind Symphony</span></strong></p> <p> <strong><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">Conductor: Denisse Santos</span></strong><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;"><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p> <span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">The Andrews University Wind Symphony maintains a significant travel schedule throughout the Great Lakes area and seeks to provide high quality music programs and concerts representative of Adventist education and Andrews University. The Wind Symphony has performed in England, France, Spain, Germany, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, Canada and throughout the United States.</span></p> Thu, 26 Feb 2026 10:38:15 +0000 CHHS Vespers: How Sweet It Is to Be Loved by You! http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68866 <p> You&rsquo;re invited to the<strong> College of Health &amp; Human Services Vespers.</strong></p> <p> Celebrate <strong>&ldquo;How Sweet It Is to Be Loved by You!&rdquo;</strong></p> <p> This special evening promises to be uplifting, joyful and filled with music, worship and inspiration. Come and experience a powerful time of reflection and celebration with the CHHS community. Students will receive cocurricular credit for attending, so don&rsquo;t miss this meaningful opportunity!</p> <p> <strong>Bring your friends, bring your energy and come ready to be encouraged</strong>.</p> <p> We can&rsquo;t wait to see you there!</p> Thu, 26 Feb 2026 10:37:47 +0000 Virtual Ellen G. White Issues Symposium http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68864 <p> Mark your calendar and join us for the virtual Ellen G. White Issues Symposium sponsored by the Center for Adventist Research, the Ellen G. White Estate Branch Office and the Department of Church History. It will be held on <strong>Monday, April 6, 2026, from 9 a.m.&ndash;5 p.m.</strong></p> <p> The purpose of this symposium is to break new ground in understanding Ellen White and issues relating to her life, ministry and prophetic gift that have current importance.</p> <p> Papers will be presented with a prepared response. There will be an opportunity to submit questions relating to Ellen White and current issues. As time allows, these questions will be debated at the afternoon panel discussion. The published presentations from previous symposiums are be available for purchase on the center&rsquo;s <a href="https://secure.touchnet.net/C20366_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=65&amp;SINGLESTORE=true">website</a>.</p> <p> The speakers this year are <strong>Francis Gayoba</strong>, PhD, student at Andrews University;&nbsp;<strong>Walter Steger</strong>, PhD, student at Andrews University;<strong> Cindy Tutsch</strong>, DMin, Ellen G. White Estate (retired); <strong>Theodore N. Levterov</strong>, PhD, associate director of the Ellen G. White Estate; <strong>Sebastian Reichert</strong>, church history student at Andrews University; and <strong>Katrina Blue</strong>, PhD, professor of theology &amp; Christian spirituality at Pacific Union College.</p> <p> There is no charge for attending the symposium, and registration is not necessary.</p> <p> Zoom link: <a href="https://andrews.zoom.us/j/92419718029">https://andrews.zoom.us/j/92419718029</a></p> <p> If you have any questions, please contact the Center for Adventist Research at <a href="mailto:car@andrews.edu">car@andrews.edu</a>.</p> Thu, 26 Feb 2026 10:33:00 +0000 Sunday Music Series: Andrews University Composers http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67538 <p> Feel the buzz, thrill and chancy emotions of contemporary music. This program showcases the contemporary works of budding artists from Andrews University as well as music composed by faculty members.</p> Thu, 26 Feb 2026 10:23:40 +0000 Music Festival Finale Concert http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67530 Thu, 26 Feb 2026 10:22:32 +0000