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Andrews University Agenda http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/ News and Events at Andrews University en-us Copyright 2026, Andrews University Sat, 4 Apr 2026 02:48:00 +0000 Sat, 4 Apr 2026 02:48:00 +0000 webmaster@andrews.edu webmaster@andrews.edu International Food Fair 2026 http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69049 <p> Dear Andrews University campus,</p> <p> We are excited to invite you to the <strong>International Food Fair 2026</strong>, taking place on <strong>Sunday, April 12, from 12–7 p.m.</strong> in the <strong>Johnson Gym</strong>.</p> <p> A cherished tradition at Andrews, the International Food Fair brings together our campus and surrounding community to celebrate a rich diversity of cultures through food. Come experience flavors from around the world—all in one place!</p> <p> <strong>Event Details</strong></p> <ul> <li> Location: Johnson Gym</li> <li> Time: 12–7 p.m.</li> <li> Tickets: $1 each (required for food and items)</li> <li> Payment: Cash and credit cards accepted (tickets sold at the door)</li> </ul> <p> Bring your friends and family, and enjoy an afternoon filled with global cuisine and cultural connection. We look forward to seeing you there!</p> <p> <strong>Silmara Ferreira</strong><br /> <em>Director, International Student Services</em></p> Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:55:56 +0000 Adulting 101 Series: Investing Basics http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68653 <p> Start building your financial future with confidence. Financial expert Scott Schalk will cover the fundamentals of investing, helping you understand key concepts, types of investments and how to begin growing your wealth over time. This workshop will take place on <strong>Tuesday, April 7, 2026, from 11:30 a.m.–12:20 p.m. in Chan Shun Hall, Room 108,</strong> and is open to all majors, including graduate students. <strong>Cocurricular credit will be provided.</strong></p> Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:02:18 +0000 Virtual Ellen G. White Issues Symposium http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68864 <p> Mark your calendar and join us for the virtual Ellen G. White Issues Symposium sponsored by the Center for Adventist Research, the Ellen G. White Estate Branch Office and the Department of Church History. It will be held on <strong>Monday, April 6, 2026, from 9 a.m.–5 p.m.</strong></p> <p> The purpose of this symposium is to break new ground in understanding Ellen White and issues relating to her life, ministry and prophetic gift that have current importance.</p> <p> Papers will be presented with a prepared response. There will be an opportunity to submit questions relating to Ellen White and current issues. As time allows, these questions will be debated at the afternoon panel discussion. The published presentations from previous symposiums are be available for purchase on the center’s <a href="https://secure.touchnet.net/C20366_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=65&SINGLESTORE=true">website</a>.</p> <p> The speakers this year are <strong>Francis Gayoba</strong>, PhD, student at Andrews University; <strong>Walter Steger</strong>, PhD, student at Andrews University;<strong> Cindy Tutsch</strong>, DMin, Ellen G. White Estate (retired); <strong>Theodore N. Levterov</strong>, PhD, associate director of the Ellen G. White Estate; <strong>Sebastian Reichert</strong>, church history student at Andrews University; and <strong>Katrina Blue</strong>, PhD, professor of theology & Christian spirituality at Pacific Union College.</p> <p> There is no charge for attending the symposium, and registration is not necessary.</p> <p> Zoom link: <a href="https://andrews.zoom.us/j/92419718029">https://andrews.zoom.us/j/92419718029</a></p> <p> If you have any questions, please contact the Center for Adventist Research at <a href="mailto:car@andrews.edu">car@andrews.edu</a>.</p> Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:33:01 +0000 Engineering Students Contribute to Lunar Research http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69046 <p> Engineering students at Andrews University are contributing to the future of lunar exploration through a new industry partnership with Astroport Space Technologies, a space infrastructure company collaborating with Astrolab Venturi on the development of the Flexible Logistics & Exploration (FLEX) lunar rover. Astroport recently gained national attention in the September 2025 issue of National Geographic through the feature “The Great Moon Rush,” which highlighted growing efforts to build infrastructure on the moon.</p> <p> The collaboration began through the Industry Lab at the Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship after Matias Soto, director of Innovation & Entrepreneurship, met Astroport CEO Sam Ximenes in Texas several years ago. The initial connection evolved into a formal partnership in summer 2024, when the Industry Lab sought opportunities to engage students. Ximenes agreed to sponsor a project within the School of Engineering, creating a direct pathway for Andrews students to contribute to ongoing lunar development efforts.</p> <p> “This partnership reflects exactly what the Industry Lab is designed to do,” Soto explains. His goal is to connect students with meaningful industry challenges, allowing them to apply classroom learning to tangible, real-world impact. By facilitating partnerships with external companies, the lab enables students to gain professional experience while contributing to active technological development.</p> <p> As global interest in lunar exploration continues to grow, there is an increased need for thorough site preparation to build surface infrastructure like landing pads. A key challenge in this process is removing large rocks embedded in the lunar regolith that exceed the handling capacity of standard excavation tools. As space agencies and private companies accelerate plans for sustained lunar missions, technologies that improve site preparation and surface operations are becoming essential. By contributing to these developments, Andrews students are supporting broader efforts to establish sustained human and robotic operations on the lunar surface.</p> <p> To help address these challenges, a team of three senior engineering students, Cailan Fleming, Daena Holbrook and Leo Stockler Martins, is developing a prototype screening and transport tool designed for compatibility with the Astrolab FLEX rover. The tool is intended to separate oversized rocks from finer lunar soil and enable efficient material transport. The prototype will be developed and tested on Earth, with the long-term objective of potential integration into the FLEX rover system.</p> <p> The students are completing the project through the School of Engineering’s Review of Engineering Design and Senior Design Project courses. They meet weekly with engineers from Astroport and faculty from Andrews to refine designs, assess technical requirements and ensure progress toward project goals.</p> <p> Gunnar Lovhoiden, chair of the School of Engineering, notes that the experience goes far beyond a typical classroom assignment. “Students are developing technology under real-world constraints and collaborating across organizations and time zones,” he says. “It is a rare opportunity to contribute to work that could one day support a lunar base.”</p> <p> The collaboration not only provides students with professional engineering experience but also elevates Andrews University's presence within the aerospace industry. These partnerships strengthen the University’s commitment to experiential learning and position its engineering program at the forefront of technological development.</p> Thu, 02 Apr 2026 14:19:12 +0000 Easter Concert To Be Held at Andrews http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69045 <p> On Saturday, April 4, at 8:30 p.m., the Andrews University Department of Music will present an Easter choral concert titled “Unsealed: Life Triumphant!” The concert will feature two profound and contrasting sacred works: “Christ lag in Todesbanden” by Johann Sebastian Bach and “Rejoice in the Lamb” by Benjamin Britten. </p> <p> <<< Read the full story at the Moody on the Market <a href="https://www.moodyonthemarket.com/andrews-university-presents-easter-choral-concert/">site</a> and Herald-Palladium <a href="https://www.heraldpalladium.com/features/au-to-hold-easter-concert-saturday/article_eb94a0ff-4998-57c4-bb5e-ef22ffd64407.html">site</a> >>></p> Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:50:24 +0000 Fall Enrollment Is Now Open at The Crayon Box http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69038 <div style="max-width: 920px; margin: 20px auto; padding: 34px; background: #f7fbf6; border: 3px solid #b7d3b0; border-radius: 20px; box-shadow: 0 8px 24px rgba(60, 90, 60, 0.08); font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; color: #2f4730; line-height: 1.7;"> <div style="text-align: center; margin-bottom: 24px; padding-bottom: 18px; border-bottom: 2px solid #d7e8d3;"> <h2 style="margin: 0; font-size: 34px; color: #4f7a52;"> Fall Enrollment Now Open</h2> <p style="margin: 10px 0 0; font-size: 18px; color: #5f7d61;"> The Crayon Box Children’s Learning Center</p> </div> <div style="background: #edf6ea; border: 2px solid #c8ddc2; border-radius: 14px; padding: 18px 22px; margin-bottom: 26px; text-align: center;"> <p style="margin: 0; font-size: 20px; color: #3f6943; font-weight: bold;"> We have openings in all rooms for fall 2026!</p> </div> <p style="font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 18px;"> The Crayon Box Children’s Learning Center is now accepting enrollments for the <strong>2026–2027 school year</strong>, beginning <strong>Aug. 31, 2026</strong>.</p> <p style="font-size: 18px; margin-bottom: 12px;"> We currently have <strong>openings in all classrooms</strong> for fall enrollment:</p> <div style="display: grid; grid-template-columns: repeat(auto-fit, minmax(220px, 1fr)); gap: 12px; margin: 18px 0 26px;"> <div style="background: #eaf4e6; padding: 12px 16px; border-radius: 10px; border: 1px solid #d2e4cd;">  Infants</div> <div style="background: #eaf4e6; padding: 12px 16px; border-radius: 10px; border: 1px solid #d2e4cd;"> Toddlers</div> <div style="background: #eaf4e6; padding: 12px 16px; border-radius: 10px; border: 1px solid #d2e4cd;"> Preschool</div> <div style="background: #eaf4e6; padding: 12px 16px; border-radius: 10px; border: 1px solid #d2e4cd;">  Pre-Kindergarten</div> <div style="background: #eaf4e6; padding: 12px 16px; border-radius: 10px; border: 1px solid #d2e4cd;"> Young 5s</div> <div style="background: #eaf4e6; padding: 12px 16px; border-radius: 10px; border: 1px solid #d2e4cd;"> School-Age Program</div> </div> <p style="font-size: 17px; margin-bottom: 18px;"> Our program provides a nurturing, play-based learning environment that supports each child’s <strong>physical, emotional, social, spiritual and academic development</strong> in a caring Christian setting.</p> <div style="background: #eef8ec; border-left: 5px solid #8eb38a; padding: 18px 20px; margin: 24px 0; border-radius: 10px;"> <p style="margin: 0 0 12px; font-size: 17px;"> <strong>To begin the enrollment process, download and complete our Waiting List Form.</strong> Enrollment offers will be sent as space becomes available.</p> <a href="https://www.andrews.edu/services/crayonbox/enrollment/waiting-list.pdf" style="display: inline-block; background: #6f9a6f; color: #ffffff; text-decoration: none; padding: 12px 22px; border-radius: 8px; font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold;" target="_blank"> Download Waiting List Form </a></div> <div style="background: #f1f8ef; border: 1px solid #d3e4cf; border-radius: 14px; padding: 20px 22px; margin: 26px 0;"> <h3 style="margin: 0 0 12px; font-size: 22px; color: #4f7a52;"> School-Age Care Also Available</h3> <p style="margin: 0; font-size: 17px;"> We also provide care for school-age children, including <strong>after-school care, half days, school vacations, snow days and summer camp</strong>.</p> </div> <p style="font-size: 17px; margin-bottom: 18px;"> <strong>Spaces are limited</strong> and programs fill quickly, so early submission is encouraged.</p> <p style="font-size: 17px; margin-bottom: 0;"> We look forward to partnering with your family in your child’s early learning journey.</p> </div> Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:31:49 +0000 Sunday Music Series: Dmitry Rachmanov http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67540 <p> A sought-after performer, master class clinician, adjudicator and lecturer, Dmitry Rachmanov is chair of keyboard studies at California State University, Northridge. A proponent of Russian repertoire, his April 2014 all-Scriabin program at Carnegie Hall was described as “a poem of ecstasy” in every sense. Rachmanov is a recipient of numerous awards and is a founding member and president of the Scriabin Society of America.</p> Thu, 02 Apr 2026 10:35:09 +0000 Watchmen Reimagined http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/68753 <p> Watchmen Acappella is a faith-based vocal group whose sound reflects a blend of cultural influences rooted in African heritage and gospel tradition. Through live performances, the group seeks to encourage audiences and communicate their faith through music. Watchmen Acappella’s mission is to inspire hope, bridge cultural gaps and create sustainable opportunities for those in need.</p> <p> SPECIAL OFFER: The first 100 tickets will be available at a discounted price of $25, after which tickets will be sold at the standard price of $35.</p> Thu, 02 Apr 2026 10:31:47 +0000