Andrews University Agenda

Andrews University Agenda http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/ News and Events at Andrews University en-us Copyright 2026, Andrews University Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:11:00 +0000 Mon, 15 Jun 2026 18:11:00 +0000 webmaster@andrews.edu webmaster@andrews.edu Dissertation Defense: Carla A. Thrower http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69340 A PhD Dissertation Defense for Carla A. Thrower is scheduled on Friday, June 26, 2026, from 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm via Zoom. Carla A. Thrower will defend her dissertation in partial fulfillment for the PhD degree in Educational Leadership. Her dissertation title is, “A CASE STUDY EXPLORING THE IMPACT OF DIVERSE STUDENT POPULATIONS IN SOUTHERN UNION CONFERENCE OF SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST HIGH SCHOOL MATHEMATICS CLASSROOMS: DESCRIBING TEACHERS ADAPTATION THROUGH INSTRUCTIONAL PRACTICES.” Those wishing to attend must make their request one day prior to the defense- via e-mail: <a href="mailto:ceisdeanga@andrews.edu">ceisdeanga@andrews.edu</a>.   Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:05:59 +0000 Dissertation Defense: Rita M. Seay http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69339 A PhD Dissertation Defense for Rita M. Seay is scheduled on Friday, June 26, 2026, from 9:00 am-11:30 am. via Zoom. Rita M. Seay will defend her dissertation in partial fulfillment for the PhD degree in Educational Leadership. Her dissertation title is, “A QUALITATIVE MULTIPLE CASE STUDY EXPLORING SHIFTS IN THINKING OF PRINCIPALS THROUGH INITIATIVES FOSTERING RELATIONAL LEADERSHIP CONDUCIVE TO RETAIN TEACHERS IN HIGH-MINORITY, HIGH-POVERTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS.” Those wishing to attend must make their request one day prior to the defense- via e-mail: <a href="mailto:ceisdeanga@andrews.edu">ceisdeanga@andrews.edu</a>.   Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:02:07 +0000 Free Old Jailhouse Archaeology Dig http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69336 This summer, all Berrien County residents and visitors will be able to step back in time and help Dr Jan Sigvartsen PhD and the Tarragindi Archaeology Dig team find the lost 1838 Old Jailhouse, that stood behind the Old Courthouse near downtown Berrien Springs, and is Michigan’s oldest Courthouse. There are records of at least three prisoners breaking out of the 1838 Old Jailhouse. Two prisoners even broke out a month before the Sheriff was up for reelection! Due to the generosity of the Berrien Community Foundation, this archaeological dig is completely free to anyone aged 6-106 who wants to dig and registers at the Tarragindi website at tarragindi.org. You can dig for one day, or for an entire week.  The dig runs weekdays, from 10am-12pm, for four weeks, June 15 - July 10, at 313 N Cass Street, Berrien Springs, Michigan.  The dig site will also be open for inspection at Picklefest too, July 4, at the same location, along with a display of artifacts found at the dig. <div> A preliminary dig at the site has already unearthed a number of interesting artifacts including old bone beads and stone beads, a spectrum of old glass, pottery, China, and metal artifacts. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Don't want to dig, come and watch or follow our finds on the Tarragindi Archaeological Dig Facebook page at facebook.com/TarragindiDig, starting next week. </div> <div>  </div> Thu, 11 Jun 2026 22:38:47 +0000 Mind Recovery Cooking Class http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69335 A hands-on wellness experience for mind, mood & mental recovery.   June 15, 16, 22 & 23 from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm   Sign up using the provided QR code   Neighbor to Neighbor 9147 US-31 N Berrien Springs, MI 49103 Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:15:26 +0000 It's Always the Right Time to Visit Campus! http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68309 <style type="text/css"> .cgf-theme-base .cgf__control-tip { font-size: 16px !important; line-height: 1.4 !important; } .body .content-wrapper .content p { margin-bottom: 0; } </style>   Thu, 11 Sep 2025 09:43:39 +0000 Andrews Alumni Featured in Documentary Series http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67308 On Thursday, May 29, at 8 p.m. EST, and Sunday, June 1, at 7 p.m., PBS Michiana will air its newest installment of the "Legends of Michiana" documentary series. The program, titled “A Legacy of Care and Compassion,” will feature brothers Loren and Lowell Hamel. Born in Michigan, and with deep roots in the Andrews University community, the twins have made a significant impact on their local church and community. Growing up in a strong faith environment, both Loren and Lowell were called to serve their community of Berrien Springs, Michigan, as physicians. In 1976, both graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Andrews University. After attending Loma Linda University in California, they felt called back to Southwest Michigan to build and grow the community they grew up in. Both have worked to meet the health care needs of their community for more than 35 years, as primary care physicians and hospital administrators. For many years, Loren served as president and chief strategy officer and Lowell served as chief operating officer of Corewell Health (formerly Spectrum Health). Both Loren and Lowell have invested in the Andrews University community over the years. In 1990, they practiced medicine together at the University Medical Center on campus. Additionally, Loren Hamel has served as director of Student Health Services, clinical professor of nursing, president of the Alumni Association, chair of the J.N. Andrews Sculpture Committee, and member of the Board of Trustees and several of its subcommittees. The "Legends of Michiana" documentary series highlights people and organizations that have been influential to the growth and development of the Michiana area. Previous programs can be accessed <a href="https://www.wnit.org/programs/legends.html">here</a>. Thursday evening’s program can be viewed at the WNIT 34.1 <a href="https://www.wnit.org/live">livestream</a>. Wed, 28 May 2025 14:28:53 +0000 RMES Vocal Spring Concert http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/63000 More information coming later… Thu, 15 May 2025 23:04:49 +0000 The Edge of the Inside http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/66931 On Saturday, Feb. 22, at 3:30 p.m. in Chan Shun Hall on the Andrews University campus, Michael Nixon will present “The Edge of the Inside,” reflecting on what it means to do ministry while existing on the margins of denominational borders. He will use Luke 4:18–19 as a jumping-off point for his talk. Nixon serves as director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging for South Bend area’s Beacon Health System. He earned his law degree from the University of Illinois-Chicago Law School in 2013 and a bachelor’s degree in political science from Andrews University in 2009. He served as Andrews University’s vice president for University Culture & Inclusion for six years before transitioning to Beacon Health. Outside of work, Michael enjoys spending time with his daughter, Noa, who is in fourth grade. His presentation will be sponsored by Michiana Adventist Forum. Thu, 20 Feb 2025 09:39:41 +0000