Andrews University Agenda

Andrews University Agenda http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/ News and Events at Andrews University en-us Copyright 2024, Andrews University Mon, 23 Dec 2024 11:51:00 +0000 Mon, 23 Dec 2024 11:51:00 +0000 webmaster@andrews.edu webmaster@andrews.edu Andrews Recognized by Board of Commissioners http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/66756 The Berrien County Board of Commissioners met Thursday for the first time in two weeks with a busy schedule. … Also Thursday, board Chair Mac Elliott read a resolution honoring Andrews University for its 150th anniversary, noting it’s a world-class learning institution with students from more than 100 countries. <<< Read the full story at the WSJM <a href="https://www.wsjm.com/2024/12/12/commissioners-salute-veterans-services-drivers/">site</a> >>> Thu, 19 Dec 2024 14:02:29 +0000 CYE to Build Classrooms in Belize http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/66755 A group of 14 high school students, three parents, and two teachers from Orcas Christian School (OCS) are giving up their spring break this year to travel to Belize for a mission trip aimed at building classrooms for nursing students at Belize Adventist Junior College in Calcutta Village. The trip, which will take place from March 20 to April 1, 2025, is being coordinated by the Center for Youth Evangelism at Andrews University. Some staff members from the center will also join the group to lead the project on-site. << Read the full story at the Orcasonian <a href="https://theorcasonian.com/ocs-students-volunteer-to-build-classrooms-for-nursing-students-in-belize/">site</a> and the Great Belize Television <a href="https://edition.channel5belize.com/ocs-students-to-build-classrooms-for-nursing-program-in-belize/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=ocs-students-to-build-classrooms-for-nursing-program-in-belize">site</a> >>> Thu, 19 Dec 2024 13:59:18 +0000 Andrews Alumni Affirmed in Pastoral Calling http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/66754 After extensive examination by church leadership and the pastors’ congregations, [eleven] individuals were approved for ordination by the Lake Union executive committee in 2024, as confirmation of God’s calling in these pastors’ lives. <<< Read the full story at the Lake Union Herald <a href="https://www.lakeunionherald.org/archive/articles/eleven-pastors-affirmed-in-pastoral-calling">site</a> >>> Thu, 19 Dec 2024 13:57:06 +0000 Seminary Students Engage in Master Guide Training http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/66753 The Master Guide Toolbox initiative, launched in 2012 and supported by the Lake Union Conference and the Center for Youth Evangelism, has become a cornerstone in training the next generation of spiritual leaders in youth ministry With a mission to provide accessible, high-quality training, the program has grown significantly, now serving hundreds of candidates annually in their journey towards gaining Master Guide investiture. … Several students from the Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary at Andrews University have said that the initiative not only nurtures them personally but has also strengthened them to participate in youth ministry beyond the seminary. <<< Read the full story at the Lake Union Herald <a href="https://www.lakeunionherald.org/archive/articles/union-wide-master-guide-training-shapes-future-youth-leaders">site</a> >>> Thu, 19 Dec 2024 13:56:17 +0000 Conference Covers Faith, Science & Creation Care http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/66752 From Nov. 7–9, the Andrews University Office of Research & Creative Scholarship hosted the annual Autumn Conference on Religion and Science, with the theme of “Creation Care.” The free conference invited university students, researchers, professors and administrators to engage in discussions regarding biblical creation and its modern applications. Sigve Tonstad, an accomplished author and research professor at Loma Linda University, was the featured speaker.  <<< Read the full story at the Lake Union Herald <a href="https://www.lakeunionherald.org/archive/articles/andrews-university-conference-discusses-faith-science-and-creation-care">site</a> >>> Thu, 19 Dec 2024 13:55:31 +0000 Interview with Professor Named Woman of the Year http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/66728 René Drumm was named a 2024 Woman of the Year for Scholarship and Church Leadership for her work in helping the church to recognize abuse and respond appropriately as an organization, in communities and as individuals, saying “She has helped the conversations around these challenging topics to be evidence-based, and empowered clergy with a vision to make our organizations safe places for hurting and vulnerable people.” Drumm is a senior research professor of sociology and adjunct professor at the School of Social Work at Andrews University. She also serves as adjunct professor for the Doctor of Ministry program, as well as research methodologist and lead teacher for the Institute of Church Ministry at Andrews University’s Theological Seminary. <<< Read the full story at the Spectrum Magazine <a href="https://spectrummagazine.org/views/interviews/rene-drumm-describes-abundant-life-one-free-from-abuse-and-violence/">website</a> >>>  Thu, 12 Dec 2024 17:33:25 +0000 Alumna Grows Christian Education in Montana http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/66727 Montana Conference has a new education leader who is making impactful steps forward in continuing to grow Adventist Christian education across the state. In this Q&A, Tissiana Bowerman, Montana Conference superintendent, shares insights about her experiences in education, the values that shape her leadership and the opportunities for growth and innovation within Adventist education today. Explore her vision for the schools and the heartfelt prayer she holds for the students and communities served in Montana. … After earning my bachelor's degree in elementary education from Andrews University, I realized I wanted to expand my skills. I went on to pursue a master's degree in educational administration from Southern Adventist University. Now, I am in the final stretch, completing my dissertation for a doctorate in entrepreneurial educational leadership from Johns Hopkins University. It has been an exciting, unexpected journey, but I wouldn't trade it. <<< Read the full story at the Northwest Adventists <a href="https://nwadventists.com/news/2024/12/montana-conference-education-leader-guides-adventist-schools">site</a> >>>  Thu, 12 Dec 2024 15:48:59 +0000 Andrews Recognized for Creation Care Efforts http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/66726 Andrews University, led by its Creation Care Council, has achieved the distinction of being named an affiliate of the Higher Education Climate Leadership Network and received a national grant for the environmental efforts it currently makes and for its plans to further such environmentalist action. <<< Read the full story at the Adventist Review <a href="https://adventistreview.org/news-releases/andrews-university-recognized-for-continued-creation-care-efforts/">site</a> and the Inter-American Division <a href="https://interamerica.org/2024/12/andrews-university-recognized-for-continued-creation-care-efforts/">site</a> >>>  Thu, 12 Dec 2024 15:46:30 +0000