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Andrews University Agenda http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/ News and Events at Andrews University en-us Copyright 2026, Andrews University Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:44:00 +0000 Fri, 18 Sep 2026 15:44:00 +0000 webmaster@andrews.edu webmaster@andrews.edu Notice of Upcoming Accreditation Review Visit http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70333 The Andrews University School of Nursing wishes to announce that it will host a site visit for continuing accreditation of its baccalaureate (BSN) program by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN). You are invited to meet with the site visit team and share your comments about the program via a virtual meeting scheduled from 9–9:30 a.m. (EST) on Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026. The meeting link is <a href="https://andrews.zoom.us/j/91711945013">https://andrews.zoom.us/j/91711945013</a>. Written comments are also welcome and should be submitted to the ACEN via email at <a href="mailto:public-comments@acenursing.org">public-comments@acenursing.org</a> or to the ACEN office: Attn: Accreditation Services Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing 3390 Peachtree Rd NE, Suite 1400 Atlanta GA, 30326 You must identify the full name of the program in written comments. All written comments should be received by the ACEN by Sept. 22, 2026. Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:09:25 +0000 Congratulations to Our New CFRE Professionals http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70332 Dear faculty and staff, Please join me in congratulating Sheila Penrod and Cindy Hill on earning their Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) credential. The CFRE certification is a respected professional designation that recognizes experience, knowledge, and commitment to ethical and effective fundraising. It represents a significant achievement within the advancement profession. We are grateful for Sheila’s and Cindy’s dedication to excellence and for the expertise they bring to Andrews University. Their accomplishment is a testament to their hard work and professional commitment. Congratulations, Sheila and Cindy! Sincerely, Donald Bedney Vice President for University Advancement Thu, 17 Sep 2026 16:01:01 +0000 Andrews Community Health and Wellness Expo http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70315 This free event is for the whole family. Local businesses and campus departments will provide activities, samples and activities geared toward health and wellness. Enjoy time with a trained therapy dog, try a doodling activity to destress, attend a cooking demo and more! Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:58:37 +0000 Death of Eva Visani http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70330 <div> A Celebration of Life for Eva Visani will be held on Friday, Sept. 25, at 1:30 p.m. EDT at Pioneer Memorial Church (PMC) in Berrien Springs, MI. If you’re unable to join us in person, the service will be livestreamed at <a href="https://pmchurch.org/stay-connected/special-events/">https://pmchurch.org/stay-connected/special-events/</a>.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Immediately following the service, a reception will be held in the PMC Commons, where guests will be welcome to share thoughts and stories about Eva.</div> <div>  </div> <div> ***</div>   Eva Visani passed away on July 18, 2026 in the Emergency Room at Corewell Health Hospital in St. Joseph, Michigan, surrounded by her family, after a short battle with lymphoma. She was 96. Eva was born on Oct. 26, 1929, to Domingo and Leonor Suárez in Treinta y Tres, Uruguay. The second of six siblings, Eva was raised on a working crop and dairy farm. For her secondary education, she left her family to attend a boarding high school at the Instituto Adventista del Uruguay. She was a trailblazer there, being one of the two first female alumni of the school. She obtained a degree in elementary education from the Universidad Adventista del Plata in Argentina, and it was there that she met the love of her life—an Argentinian named Hugo Nicolás Visani. During several years of their courtship, they were limited to corresponding between Uruguay and Argentina due to the travel restrictions which had been imposed by Juan Perón. Eventually, Hugo and Eva were able to marry on Feb. 4, 1954 in Bahía Blanca, Argentina—although Eva had to travel a long and difficult journey alone to her wedding because the travel restrictions were still in place. ... Eva graduated from Andrews University in 1982, earning a BA with a major in Spanish and a minor in library science. Beginning in 1983, Eva worked as a loyal and enthusiastic member of the staff at Andrews University’s James White Library until her retirement in 1998 at the age of 68. But Eva, as energetic as she was, did not let her retirement from full-time work slow her down at all. During the last 28 years, she was very active in various Bible study and prayer groups, enjoyed attending events and activities at Andrews University, and was a dedicated member of Pioneer Memorial Church. She loved gardening and was a member of the Berrien Springs Garden Club and Fernwood Botanical Garden. She loved cooking and generously shared the fruits of her labors with her neighbors. Until two months before her death when she was diagnosed with lymphoma, she volunteered two to three days a week at Neighbor to Neighbor in Berrien Springs—where her co-workers were like family to her. ... Eva is survived by her son Hernan (Solon, Ohio), her son Doni and daughter-in-law Sheri (Denver, Colorado), and the four lights of her life—her grandchildren Adrienne, Gabriella, Olivia and Leo. Eva is also survived by her brother Roberto Suárez (Days Creek, Oregon) and her sister Ana Maria Ernst (Uruguay). Eva was preceded in death by her parents, husband Hugo, son Edward, and siblings Manuel Suárez, Jose Suárez, and Ana Maria Arnold. <div> Read Visani's full obituary <a href="https://www.allredfuneralhome.com/obituaries/eva-visani">here</a>.</div> Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:32:46 +0000 St. Joseph SDA Church Service, Sept. 19 http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70329 The St. Joseph Seventh-day Adventist Church invites you to join them at 9:30 a.m. for Sabbath School and worship at 10:45 a.m. This week, Pastor Taariq Patel leads out in the worship service with a message titled “Movement of Destiny." A fellowship meal will follow. The church is located at 1201 Maiden Lane, St. Joseph, MI. What if the Bible foretold the rise of a movement that would proclaim a final message to the world and help prepare humanity for the Second Coming of Jesus? Throughout history, God has raised up people and movements at pivotal moments. But could Scripture have pointed ahead to a Movement of Destiny; a prophetic movement with a special mission for the final days of earth’s history? <ul> <li> What is this movement?</li> <li> Why did it arise?</li> <li> What message was it called to proclaim?</li> <li> And what does it have to do with you?</li> </ul> Join us for Movement of Destiny, a three-part, thought-provoking prophetic series that will uncover a fascinating story of prophecy, history and God’s purpose for the final chapter of Earth’s history.    Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:26:05 +0000 All Nations SDA Church Service, Sept. 19 http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70327 Join us this Saturday, Sept. 19, for our On Hold, But Not Forgotten worship experience at All Nations Seventh-day Adventist Church! We'll begin the morning with Sabbath School Breakfast at 10 a.m., followed by Adult and Children’s Sabbath School at 10:30 a.m. At 11:45 a.m., our worship service will feature a message from Dionne Robinson entitled “God's Waiting Room." After the service, join us for a fellowship luncheon at 1:30 p.m. Then, at 3 p.m., Donald Robinson will give a presentation on “Being While Becoming: A Whole Person Approach.” Bring your friends and family, and come ready to be blessed. We look forward to worshiping with you! Upcoming Events: <ol> <li> Sunday, Sept. 20: Food Pantry Distribution from 1:30–3:30 p.m. while supplies last</li> <li> Wednesday, Sept. 23: Midweek Refresh at 7 p.m. via Zoom</li> <li> Saturday, Oct. 3: Old-Fashioned Social</li> </ol> Location: 4259 E. Snow Rd., Berrien Springs, MI 49103 Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:22:07 +0000 Niles Westside Church Services, Sept. 19 http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70326 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. Sept. 19 Sabbath 8:30: Ismael Zina 11 a.m.: Pathfinder & Adventurer Clubs Thu, 17 Sep 2026 15:17:20 +0000 University Student Research Center http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70319 The University Student Research Center (USRC) has been established to support Andrews University students interested in building research skills. The URSC offers a 12-module, yearlong research development experience that moves students from research interests to measurable scholarly and professional outcomes. In each session, students will participate in a 40-minute, faculty-led didactic session, followed by two hours of guided, hands-on research support from experienced student research assistants. The first session will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 22, at 5:30 p.m. in Buller Hall, Room 207. Refreshments will be provided for participants, and students attending at least 10 of the 12 sessions will be awarded a certificate of completion.  Click on this <a href="https://www.andrews.edu/services/research/student_resources/research_center.html">link</a> for more information and to register.   Thu, 17 Sep 2026 14:26:53 +0000