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Andrews University Agenda http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/ News and Events at Andrews University en-us Copyright 2025, Andrews University Mon, 4 Aug 2025 13:31:00 +0000 Mon, 4 Aug 2025 13:31:00 +0000 webmaster@andrews.edu webmaster@andrews.edu The Berrien Engineering, AI & Robotics Lab http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67226 <p> The Berrien Engineering, AI and Robotics (BEAR) Summer Lab is a six‑week STEM immersion designed to spark your child’s passion for engineering and coding. Hosted by Andrews University’s School of Business Administration, BEAR uses the award‑winning VEX IQ platform to teach mechanical design, programming and teamwork—building foundational skills that set students on the path to future STEM success.<br /> <br /> <strong>Hands‑On Learning:</strong> Every day features guided builds, programming sessions and robotics challenges.<br /> <strong>Small Teams:</strong> Limited to 20 students per week to ensure personalized attention.<br /> <strong>Expert Mentors:</strong> College‑level assistants coach each team in both hardware and code.<br /> <strong>Competition Prep:</strong> Graduates are ready to take on FIRST Robotics events.<br /> <strong>Community & Fun:</strong> Make new friends, collaborate on real‑world engineering problems and showcase creations in a final challenge.<br /> <br /> <strong>Q: Do I need prior robotics experience?</strong><br /> A: No prior experience is required! Our curriculum starts from the basics and builds up.</p> <p> <strong>Q: What should students bring?</strong><br /> A: Just their enthusiasm! We provide all tools, kits and supplies. Students may bring a water bottle and notebook.</p> <p> <strong>Q: Who leads the sessions?</strong><br /> A: Each week is led by an experienced Andrews University instructor, supported by trained college assistants.</p> <p> <strong>Q: How large are the teams?</strong><br /> A: Each session caps at 20 students, split into four to five student teams for optimal collaboration.</p> Thu, 01 May 2025 11:36:25 +0000 SOHO: Saving Orphans through Healthcare & Outreach http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/65416 <p> Kimberly Pichot, dean of the College of Professions, had the privilege of joining Cynthia Prime to share how the college has been involved in helping Saving Orphans through Healthcare & Outreach (SOHO) over the years.</p> <p> You can watch the interview, titled "SOHO: Saving Orphans through Healthcare & Outreach," on 3ABN Today on Saturday, July 20, 2024. The program will air at 8 a.m., 3 p.m., 8 p.m. and 11 p.m., CST.</p> Thu, 18 Jul 2024 11:34:10 +0000 SBA Accounting Alumna Named Hospital President http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/64951 <p> AdventHealth has named Eulanie Lashley president and chief executive officer for Texas Health Hospital Mansfield, a joint venture of AdventHealth and Texas Health Resources, effective March 24. In this role, Lashley will report to Penny Johnson, president and CEO of the Southwest Region of AdventHealth.</p> <p> “I am excited to join the team at Texas Health Hospital Mansfield in the commitment to providing health, hope, healing and wholeness for the team members and patients entrusted to our care. I am thrilled to be a part of this fast-growing community and look forward to working with the physicians and care teams to continue to grow our impact and provide exceptional care,” Lashley said.</p> <p> Lashley earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in accounting from Andrews University and a Master of Business Administration from Southern Illinois University. She is also a graduate of Leadership Apopka, serves on the finance treasury team at Mount Sinai Seventh-day Adventist Church and is a keynote speaker on topics related to women in leadership and women’s health and well-being.</p> <p> <<< Read the full story at the Mansfield Record <a href="https://www.mansfieldrecord.com/articles/texas-health-hospital-names-new-president">site</a> >>></p> Wed, 27 Mar 2024 11:14:08 +0000 Ethical Leadership http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/64734 <p> Dan Wyant, chairman and president of the Edward Lowe Foundation, will share the foundation's views on ethical leadship, entrepreneurship and organizational growth.</p> <p> Too often, leadership is viewed as belonging exclusively to those at the top. Wyant discusses how leadership applies to everyone, regardless of where they reside on an organizational chart—or what type of organization they belong to.</p> <p> Join us for cocurricular credit and a great learning experience with one of the top entrepreneurial organizations in the nation.</p> Thu, 25 Jan 2024 21:11:25 +0000 E-commerce for Startups Bootcamp http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/62770 <div font-size:="" trebuchet=""> <div> <p> This bootcamp provides you with practical tools and knowledge to start an online business, including finding market trends, introducing C2C and B2C platforms, and SEO. By the end of the workshop, you will have the ability to identify target audiences and develop successful go-to-market strategies.</p> <p> <strong>WHO IT’S DESIGNED FOR</strong><br /> Small business owners, churches, ministries, private schools, and nonprofits</p> <p> <strong>WHEN IT MEETS</strong><br /> June 26–30, 2023, from 9 a.m.–12 p.m.</p> </div> <p> Online training</p> </div> <p font-size:="" trebuchet=""> <strong>COST</strong><br /> $300</p> <p font-size:="" trebuchet=""> <strong>MORE INFORMATION</strong><br /> <a href="https://www.andrews.edu/cp/ecommstartup/">https://www.andrews.edu/cp/ecommstartup/</a></p> <p font-size:="" trebuchet=""> <a href="https://reg.learningstream.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0022-0031-16585faa5f4a481a89e8c22051a28fe0">REGISTER NOW</a></p> <p font-size:="" trebuchet=""> <strong>MORE SUMMER BOOTCAMPS</strong><br /> <a href="https://bootcamps.studysba.com/?fbclid=IwAR3xDYZgdrzoOlLFUQhBaWY3jQkv8QebMNOk59aOy0xyL1g8stih7iWYmpk" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://bootcamps.studysba.com/</a></p> Thu, 08 Jun 2023 20:16:13 +0000 Sustainable & Resilient Business by Design http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/62769 <div font-size:="" style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: sans-serif, Arial, Verdana, " trebuchet=""> This bootcamp will guide you to identify areas of improvement within your organization, enhance efficiency and reduce costs. Additionally, you will learn how to create sustainable and diverse revenue streams and ensure adherence to organizational policies.</div> <div font-size:="" style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: sans-serif, Arial, Verdana, " trebuchet="">  </div> <div font-size:="" style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: sans-serif, Arial, Verdana, " trebuchet=""> <strong>WHO IT’S DESIGNED FOR</strong><br /> Small business owners, churches, ministries, private schools, and nonprofits</div> <div font-size:="" style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: sans-serif, Arial, Verdana, " trebuchet="">  </div> <div font-size:="" style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: sans-serif, Arial, Verdana, " trebuchet=""> <strong>WHEN IT MEETS</strong><br /> June 19–23, 2023, from 9 a.m.–12 p.m.<br /> Online training<br />  </div> <div font-size:="" style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: sans-serif, Arial, Verdana, " trebuchet=""> <strong>COST</strong><br /> $125<br />  </div> <div font-size:="" style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: sans-serif, Arial, Verdana, " trebuchet=""> <strong>MORE INFORMATION</strong><br /> <a class="x1i10hfl xjbqb8w x6umtig x1b1mbwd xaqea5y xav7gou x9f619 x1ypdohk xt0psk2 xe8uvvx xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r xexx8yu x4uap5 x18d9i69 xkhd6sd x16tdsg8 x1hl2dhg xggy1nq x1a2a7pz xt0b8zv x1fey0fg" href="https://www.andrews.edu/cp/sustainableorgdesign/?fbclid=IwAR3T02m3Vxq4Wmf_TuUQQvsfY_4X7zf425MudNd2zgRMk0gRH-qSV1ke-50" rel="nofollow noopener" style="cursor: pointer; text-decoration-line: none; border-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline: none; list-style: none; margin: 0px; text-align: inherit; padding: 0px; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; touch-action: manipulation; background-color: transparent; display: inline; font-family: inherit;" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://www.andrews.edu/cp/sustainableorgdesign/</a><br />  </div> <div font-size:="" style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: sans-serif, Arial, Verdana, " trebuchet=""> <a href="https://reg.learningstream.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0022-0031-6aee50578e464253b6b8fc8bab648cd2" style="color: rgb(7, 130, 193);">REGISTRATION</a><br />  </div> <div font-size:="" style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: sans-serif, Arial, Verdana, " trebuchet=""> <strong>MORE SUMMER BOOTCAMPS</strong><br /> <a class="x1i10hfl xjbqb8w x6umtig x1b1mbwd xaqea5y xav7gou x9f619 x1ypdohk xt0psk2 xe8uvvx xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r xexx8yu x4uap5 x18d9i69 xkhd6sd x16tdsg8 x1hl2dhg xggy1nq x1a2a7pz xt0b8zv x1fey0fg" href="https://bootcamps.studysba.com/?fbclid=IwAR3xDYZgdrzoOlLFUQhBaWY3jQkv8QebMNOk59aOy0xyL1g8stih7iWYmpk" rel="nofollow noopener" style="cursor: pointer; text-decoration-line: none; border-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline: none; list-style: none; margin: 0px; text-align: inherit; padding: 0px; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; touch-action: manipulation; background-color: transparent; display: inline; font-family: inherit;" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://bootcamps.studysba.com/</a></div> Thu, 08 Jun 2023 20:16:05 +0000 Drone Flight for Business Bootcamp http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/62768 <div font-size:="" trebuchet=""> <div> <p> Drones re-imagined! Making sound decisions is a key part of running a successful business. But without the right data at the right time, it can be difficult to make informed decisions. That’s why having access to fast, actionable data provided by drone technology can be an important component of your business. It can save you from potential risks and help you make the best possible decision in any given operational situation. This workshop is designed for farmers, construction contractors, property insurance, and real-estate agents. For five days we will cover safety, basic flight, advanced flying techniques, mission, autonomous flight and the tough topics of the Part 107.</p> <p> <strong>WHO IT’S DESIGNED FOR</strong><br /> Realtors, farmers and entrepreneurs</p> <p> <strong>WHEN IT MEETS</strong><br /> June 19–23, 2023, from 9 a.m.–12 p.m.</p> <p> In person on the campus of Andrews University in Berrien Springs, Michigan</p> </div> <div> <p> <strong>MORE INFORMATION</strong><br /> <a href="https://www.andrews.edu/cp/drone-flight/">https://www.andrews.edu/cp/drone-flight/</a></p> </div> </div> <p font-size:="" trebuchet=""> <a href="https://reg.learningstream.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0022-0031-1009e589e50248aa8829702ac075def6">REGISTRATION</a></p> <p font-size:="" trebuchet=""> <strong>MORE SUMMER BOOTCAMPS</strong><br /> <a href="https://bootcamps.studysba.com/?fbclid=IwAR1eDFqcAjR3oSmNlMlt5XmrwmaV5CxI-XMMtGgR57b8mmi516EwTrj2nW0" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://bootcamps.studysba.com/</a></p> Thu, 08 Jun 2023 20:15:55 +0000 Professional Business Development: Advanced Excel http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/62767 <div font-size:="" style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: sans-serif, Arial, Verdana, " trebuchet=""> Microsoft Excel is a powerful tool for data analysis, data visualization and spreadsheet management. Whether you are a novice or an expert user of Excel, this workshop will help you get the most out of the software. You will learn how to create and manage spreadsheets, use formulas and functions to analyze data, create charts and graphs to visualize your findings and more. With the help of this workshop, you can take your knowledge of Microsoft Excel to the next level.<br />  </div> <div font-size:="" style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: sans-serif, Arial, Verdana, " trebuchet=""> <strong>WHO IT’S DESIGNED FOR</strong><br /> Small business owners, marketers, churches and nonprofits<br />  </div> <div font-size:="" style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: sans-serif, Arial, Verdana, " trebuchet=""> <strong>WHEN IT MEETS</strong><br /> June 12–16, 2023, from 9 a.m.–12 p.m.<br /> Online training<br /> <br /> <strong>COST</strong><br /> $300<br />  </div> <div font-size:="" style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: sans-serif, Arial, Verdana, " trebuchet=""> <strong>LEARN MORE ABOUT THIS BOOTCAMP</strong><br /> <a class="x1i10hfl xjbqb8w x6umtig x1b1mbwd xaqea5y xav7gou x9f619 x1ypdohk xt0psk2 xe8uvvx xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r xexx8yu x4uap5 x18d9i69 xkhd6sd x16tdsg8 x1hl2dhg xggy1nq x1a2a7pz xt0b8zv x1fey0fg" href="https://www.andrews.edu/cp/data_analytics/?fbclid=IwAR0cDT_PoVssPfga3j-b_OFqPfoWOUmhXI_xYDcNgT-K5W1ApZ2bqmjAd4Y" rel="nofollow noopener" style="cursor: pointer; text-decoration-line: none; border-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline: none; list-style: none; margin: 0px; text-align: inherit; padding: 0px; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; touch-action: manipulation; background-color: transparent; display: inline; font-family: inherit;" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://www.andrews.edu/cp/data_analytics/</a><br />  </div> <div font-size:="" style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: sans-serif, Arial, Verdana, " trebuchet=""> <a href="https://reg.learningstream.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0022-0031-0e79826108944ce48e59df5ee1471265&fbclid=IwAR2jdZnuxNbQHH2ZetjL3XRpJrEoCxxMS5WzsBDH1y0xTaq-Sx0FSf8r0Z8" style="color: rgb(7, 130, 193);">REGISTRATION</a><br />  </div> <div font-size:="" style="color: rgb(51, 51, 51); font-family: sans-serif, Arial, Verdana, " trebuchet=""> <strong>MORE SUMMER BOOTCAMPS</strong><br /> <a class="x1i10hfl xjbqb8w x6umtig x1b1mbwd xaqea5y xav7gou x9f619 x1ypdohk xt0psk2 xe8uvvx xdj266r x11i5rnm xat24cr x1mh8g0r xexx8yu x4uap5 x18d9i69 xkhd6sd x16tdsg8 x1hl2dhg xggy1nq x1a2a7pz xt0b8zv x1fey0fg" href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fbootcamps.studysba.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3-Za_ityIiZxQ1Z0KgmlLAiOJwOTvxJp1fxdbY2Sysm7B6UJ98x7yr380&h=AT2AQVDxxTooifZXCyadpSEyrUKkcUMGmAsOVCOuhRb6vqRH0MsbjfEaGFbSBX5pzD7HxE_IpP57SBh-upoSCjPY1T7MMYTYAglnfKFXDzk_jOadtBzjwxrcrybW7MGEacg8vuDjgXjSamQ3aA&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT3dkbVOkkSa6sKHEvNuoOEe-gjfkU2j84hkxpLB8oK6jOJTPiT0gtOoro15CU7yK9n1DVHoG2imZdc8I1zj_CtJ_wscyj2SccjpwMMniRIQ1YuPWIw98tC1nooFJVIwNe2RsJh3jfS5tFEiy8DDHijn5A0T" rel="nofollow noopener" style="cursor: pointer; text-decoration-line: none; border-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; outline: none; list-style: none; margin: 0px; text-align: inherit; padding: 0px; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; box-sizing: border-box; touch-action: manipulation; background-color: transparent; display: inline; font-family: inherit;" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://bootcamps.studysba.com/</a></div> Thu, 08 Jun 2023 20:15:48 +0000