Andrews University Agenda

Andrews University Agenda http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/ News and Events at Andrews University en-us Copyright 2025, Andrews University Fri, 19 Sep 2025 01:59:00 +0000 Fri, 19 Sep 2025 01:59:00 +0000 webmaster@andrews.edu webmaster@andrews.edu Drone Workshops: Info Session and Team Formation http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67629 Location: Maker Lab (ADC 115) Date and Time: Sept. 30, 11:30 a.m. Description: Throughout the year, there will be various workshops for students participating in the 2026 Drone Competition. On Sept. 30, students will be able to form teams for the competition and learn more about how to participate successfully. Available workshops during the fall semester: <ul> <li> Sep. 30</li> <li> Oct. 28</li> <li> Nov. 25</li> </ul> Thu, 18 Sep 2025 10:14:09 +0000 Industry Lab Summit http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67628 <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: "> Andrews University will be hosting the Industry Lab Summit on Sept. 26, 2025, a free event dedicated to fostering collaboration between students, faculty and industry leaders. The summit will take place under the theme “Innovation through Industry-Academia Collaboration” in the Howard Performing Arts Center from 12–3 p.m. and is open to all interested attendees.</div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: ">  </div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: "> The summit will provide multiple opportunities to network, along with free refreshments. Keynote presentations include “AI Latest Trends” by Ackley Will, chair and associate professor in Andrews University’s Department of Computing; “Product Development at the Andrews University School of Engineering” by Michael Mason, Industry Lab engineer-in-residence, and Gunnar Lovhoiden, chair and professor in Andrews University’s School of Engineering; and “Medical Device Development Collaboration Between HAPPE Spine and Notre Dame University” by Ryan Roeder, professor of aerospace and mechanical engineering at the University of Notre Dame.</div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: ">  </div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: "> The Industry Lab Summit is a product of Andrews University’s Industry Lab. The lab offers Andrews’ industry partners innovative programming, technology laboratories and tailored services from University students and faculty, fostering a culture of applied innovation. With the core values of integrity, innovation and collaboration, the lab’s mission is to deliver solutions that add value to external organizations by leveraging University resources.</div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: ">  </div> <div font-size:="" ibm="" plex="" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: "> The Industry Lab Summit invites sponsors and partners seeking to engage with emerging talent and support innovation in engineering, technology and health care. Sponsorship opportunities are available for organizations seeking to build lasting brand presence and recruit from a diverse, values-driven student base. For sponsorship opportunities or to reserve a place at the summit, please visit this registration <a href="https://lu.ma/w4fa47q5" style="box-sizing: border-box; color: rgb(0, 74, 128); text-decoration-line: none;">page</a>.</div> Thu, 18 Sep 2025 09:54:03 +0000 Startup Lab Nights: Sept. 25 http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67620 Location: Campus Center, Leadership Lab Date and Time: Sept. 25, 7–8 p.m. Description: Student founders and entrepreneurs will have a chance to share their biggest ideas and latest progress. This is an open mic opportunity for those who register ahead of time. To register to participate in the open mic, email us at <a href="mailto:innovate@andrews.edu">innovate@andrews.edu</a> or send a DM to our Instagram account (@andrewsinnovation). Available dates during the fall semester are: <ul> <li> Sept. 11</li> <li> Sept. 25</li> <li> Oct. 9</li> <li> Nov. 6</li> <li> Nov. 20</li> </ul> Thu, 11 Sep 2025 16:32:59 +0000 Startup Lab Seminars: Lean Canvas Business Model http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67624 Location: Chan Shun Hall, Garber Auditorium Date and Time: Sept. 23, 11:30 a.m. Description: This seminar will walk attendees through the process of creating a simple business model using the lean canvas method. This is a proven method in entrepreneurship used by millions of founders every year. This seminar is required for incubator startups and those wanting to apply to the Pitch Competition. It's open to non-incubator students as well. Cocurricular credit available for undergranduate students. Thu, 11 Sep 2025 16:32:24 +0000 Join the New Startup Lab Incubator http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68310 The Startup Lab Incubator is a FREE program for all students at Andrews University who need support in creating a business, nonprofit or ministry. It includes workshops, coaching meetings, networking opportunities and a community of Andrews entrepreneurs, and it's hosted by the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship. To join the incubator, students are required to complete this <a href="http://rapmertp.paperform.co/">form</a> by Sept. 25. After completing the form, students will have the opportunity to participate in a one-on-one coaching meeting to understand their next steps and become aware of upcoming seminars and events. Being an active member of the Startup Lab Incubator is a requirement to apply to the <a href="https://www.andrews.edu/innovation/pitch-competition.html" target="_blank">Andrews Pitch Competition</a>, which will take place in March 2026. <a href="https://rapmertp.paperform.co/" target="_blank">Apply to join</a> the NEW Startup Lab Incubator today! Thu, 11 Sep 2025 16:16:12 +0000 Startup Lab Nights http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67619 Location: Campus Center, Leadership Lab Date and Time: Sept. 11, 7–8 p.m. Description: Student founders and entrepreneurs will have a chance to share their biggest ideas and latest progress. This is an open mic opportunity for those who register ahead of time. To participate in the open mic session, email us at <a href="mailto:innovate@andrews.edu">innovate@andrews.edu</a> or DM our IG accont (@andrewsinnovation). Available dates during the fall semester are: <ul> <li> Sept. 11</li> <li> Sept. 25</li> <li> Oct. 9</li> <li> Nov. 6</li> <li> Nov. 20</li> </ul> Thu, 04 Sep 2025 16:00:05 +0000 Innovation Kick-Off http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67618 Location: Garber Auditorium, Chan Shun Hall Date and Time: Sep. 9, 11:30 a.m. Description: <div> This is your chance to discover how you can get involved in some of the most exciting projects at Andrews Innovation. Whether you’re interested in startups, competitions or cutting-edge tech, there’s something for everyone!</div> <ul> <li> Startup Incubator</li> <li> Pitch Competition</li> <li> Drone Competition</li> <li> New Baja SAE Team</li> <li> Self-Drive Vehicle Competition</li> <li> WWF Team</li> <li> AngelWings Team</li> <li> Team PULSE</li> <li> Autonomous Vehicle Competition</li> </ul> Cocurricular credit is available for undergraduate students. Thu, 04 Sep 2025 14:28:09 +0000 Drone Check-In 5 http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/66787 Location: Chan Shun Hall, Room 210 Date and Time: April 1, 11:30 a.m. Description: Learn more about the final plans for the drone competition and ask questions related to your participation. You are required to send at least one member of your team to attend this session. Co-curricular credit is available for undergraduate students. Wed, 26 Mar 2025 14:51:30 +0000