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Andrews University Agenda http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/ News and Events at Andrews University en-us Copyright 2025, Andrews University Sat, 26 Jul 2025 04:29:00 +0000 Sat, 26 Jul 2025 04:29:00 +0000 webmaster@andrews.edu webmaster@andrews.edu Doctoral Dissertation Defense: Patricio Ordonez http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67558 A PhD dissertation defense for Patricio Ordonez is scheduled on July 30, 2025, from 2–4:30 p.m. via Zoom. Patricio Ordonez will defend his dissertation in partial fulfillment for the degree of Doctor of Philosophy. His dissertation title is, "Inner Life, Spiritual Leadership, & Spiritual Well-Being as Predictors of the Organizational Performance of Employees at a Seventh-Day Adventist University in Latin America." Those wishing to attend must make their request one day prior to the defense via email: <a href="mailto:dsle@andrews.edu">dsle@andrews.edu</a>.  Thu, 24 Jul 2025 11:00:57 +0000 All Nations SDA Church Service, July 26 http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67559 Join the All Nations Seventh-day Adventist Church for our worship experience this Sabbath, July 26, at 11:45 a.m., as Marc Belizaire presents "Friend or Foe." Adult and Children's Sabbath School begins at 10:30 a.m. We look forward to seeing you there! Upcoming Events: <ol> <li> Wednesday, July 30: Midweek Refresh at 7 p.m. via Zoom</li> <li> Tuesday, Sept. 9: Life Line Screening Event at ANC</li> </ol> The All Nations Seventh-day Adventist Church is located at 4259 E. Snow Road, Berrien Springs, MI. Thu, 24 Jul 2025 10:46:11 +0000 Niles Westside Church Services, July 26 http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67557 Niles Westside Adventist Church 1105 Grant St (at Fairview Ave) Niles, MI 49120 <a href="https://nileswestsidemi.adventistchurch.org">www.nileswestside.org</a> Pastor: Alexander Rybachek Sabbath School: 9:45 a.m. Church Services: 8:30 a.m. & 10:55 a.m. July 26 Sabbath 8:30 & 11 a.m.: Larissa Jeffery Sermon Title: A Goodbye Blessing Throughout the entirety of the Bible, a blessing is often given during a goodbye from one believer or group to another. It is a reminder to hold steady in the faith of our Lord and to stand strong in the love and peace that He pours. It is God's name that is being poured over the person being blessed. Lastly, it is a reminder that this is not a forever goodbye, but a "so long for now." Thu, 24 Jul 2025 10:43:57 +0000 Memorial for Delmer Davis http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67548 A memorial service for Delmer Davis, professor of English, emeritus, who passed away unexpectedly on June 2, 2025, will be held in the Pioneer Memorial Church Youth Chapel on Sunday, July 27, at 3 p.m. A light meal will follow the service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Delmer I. and Margaret L. Davis Endowed Fund to support the Andrews University Department of English. (Checks must be payable to Andrews University with the name of the fund placed in the memo line. Donations can be forwarded to the Office of Planned Giving & Trust Services). Thu, 24 Jul 2025 10:38:23 +0000 Eau Claire SDA Church Service, July 26 http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67547 Kyle Tumberg is the speaker at the Eau Claire Seventh-day Adventist Church this Saturday. His sermon is titled "The Storms that Rage." The sermon focuses on Jesus calming the storm on the Sea of Galilee and the lessons this has for storms that rage in our life. The church service begins at 9:30 a.m. followed by Sabbath School at 11 a.m. All are welcome. The Eau Claire church is located at 6562 Naomi Road in Eau Claire. Prayer meeting is at 7 p.m. on Wednesdays via Zoom. Contact Pastor Shepherd for details at <a href="mailto:trs@andrews.edu">trs@andrews.edu</a>. Thu, 24 Jul 2025 10:37:35 +0000 Record Number of Alumni Enter Top PhD Programs http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67555 In recent years, a record number of Andrews University graduates have been accepted to the nation’s top STEM PhD programs. Gary Burdick, professor of physics and dean of Research, notes, “While we have long led in training Adventist students for advanced study of science and mathematics, we have noticed a significant uptick in those accepted into fully-funded doctoral programs, even as these programs are becoming more competitive.” He credits the students’ successful placement to the unique research culture at the University. <<< Read the full story on the Moody on the Market <a href="https://www.moodyonthemarket.com/record-number-of-andrews-university-students-enter-top-stem-phd-programs-via-undergrad-research/">site</a> >>> Thu, 24 Jul 2025 10:32:08 +0000 Andrews Welcomes New University Chaplain http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67554 A press release from Andrews University announced, “After a thoughtful search process, Andrews University welcomes new University Chaplain Jonathan Fetrick to the Center for Faith Engagement team. He will begin his new position when he arrives on campus at the end of July.”  <<< Featured on the Adventist Today <a href="https://atoday.org/news-from-andrews-university-loma-linda-university-new-ireland-and-adra/">site</a> >>> Thu, 24 Jul 2025 10:30:44 +0000 Adventist Education Shines at GC Session http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67553 The heartbeat of Adventist education pulsed through the vibrant exhibit hall at the 2025 General Conference Session in St. Louis, where a panoramic education pavilion showcased the breadth and depth of one of the world’s largest Protestant education systems. With colorful displays, engaging demonstrations, and the presence of passionate educators and students, the pavilion powerfully highlighted the global mission of Adventist education, including its renowned universities within the North American Division. Featured prominently were Andrews University, Loma Linda University, Oakwood University, Southern Adventist University, Walla Walla University, Washington Adventist University, La Sierra University, and many others. <<< Read the full story at the North American Division <a href="https://www.nadadventist.org/news/adventist-education-shone-global-stage-gc-session-2025">site</a> >>> Thu, 24 Jul 2025 10:29:05 +0000