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�㽹��Ƶ University Agenda http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/ News and Events at �㽹��Ƶ University en-us Copyright 2025, �㽹��Ƶ University Wed, 16 Jul 2025 23:11:00 +0000 Wed, 16 Jul 2025 23:11:00 +0000 webmaster@andrews.edu webmaster@andrews.edu �㽹��Ƶ Welcomes Chaplain Jonathan Fetrick http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67497 <p> After a thoughtful search process, �㽹��Ƶ 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.</p> <p> Fetrick served for the past eight years as pastor of the Wisconsin Academy Church, where he focused on mentoring young people into spiritual leaders. Prior to that, he served for 11 years in the Washington Conference, both as a pastor and youth pastor. There, he helped cultivate vibrant spiritual communities, prepared young adults for church leadership and saw youth engagement triple within a three-year span. His experience in leading large-scale mission trips reflects his heart for service and the global mission of the church.</p> <p> An �㽹��Ƶ alumnus, Fetrick holds a Master of Divinity and is currently completing a Doctor of Ministry degree, focusing on discipleship strategies in collegiate settings. He also obtained a bachelor’s degree in theology, with minors in biblical languages, preaching and history, from Southern Adventist University. His vision for chaplaincy is one of collaboration—coming alongside students, faculty and staff to equip them as faithful disciples who disciple others.</p> <p> In his new role, Fetrick will be responsible for enriching the spiritual life, faith development and pastoral care of the University community. Collaborating with a dedicated team of spiritual leaders, he will work to build a vibrant community of faith, foster whole-person growth and further the mission of �㽹��Ƶ University.</p> <p> Fetrick and his wife Michelle, also an �㽹��Ƶ alum, are excited to return to the campus where their journey together began, along with their four children. Fetrick looks forward to leading the Center for Faith Engagement team, sharing, “I am passionate about connecting students with God’s mission, message, and people.”</p> <p> “Please join me in extending a warm welcome to Chaplain Jonathan Fetrick and his family as they join us here at �㽹��Ƶ University,” says University President John Wesley Taylor V. “We look forward to the energy, experience and spiritual passion he brings to this role, and we are confident he will be a powerful and compassionate presence among us.”</p> Wed, 16 Jul 2025 11:12:27 +0000 One Place Fellowship http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/66423 Sat, 12 Jul 2025 11:45:00 +0000 Record Number of Students in Top STEM PhD Programs http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67489 <p> In recent years, a record number of �㽹��Ƶ 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.</p> <p> All �㽹��Ƶ STEM faculty are research active, with several receiving external funding for their projects. For instance, Jay Johnson, professor of engineering and physics, has had research funded by several grants from the National Science Foundation (NSF) and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), while Anthony Bosman, chair of the Department of Mathematics, has led several NSF-funded undergraduate research experiences.</p> <p> Faculty members intentionally engage students in their research programs, leading to publications and presentations at national and international conferences. These experiences help the students prepare for and stand out when applying to the nation's top graduate programs. Moreover, as a faith-based university, �㽹��Ƶ is committed to preparing graduates who approach their scientific study with the distinctive purpose of glorifying God as Creator and serving humanity.</p> <p> One such student, Ian Neidigh, graduated in May 2025 and will be starting his PhD in chemistry at Yale University in the fall. Neidigh follows alumna Hannah Castillo, who is currently finishing her PhD in chemistry at Yale, having graduated from �㽹��Ƶ in 2022. David Randall, chair of the Department of Chemistry & Biochemistry, expresses, “We are grateful to see students from our American Chemical Society-accredited program excel at the highest levels and continue our legacy of preparing scientific researchers, leaders in industry and future faculty for Adventist higher education.”</p> <p> Additionally in recent years, alumnus Sam Clough graduated with undergraduate degrees in engineering and computer science in May 2024 and was accepted to the electrical engineering PhD program at Notre Dame University. Also at Notre Dame, Eric Inae, a 2022 graduate, is pursuing a PhD in computer science.</p> <p> Noah Koliadko and Wesley Martin started their PhD programs in physics at Duke University and the University of Colorado Boulder in 2024, following their graduation from �㽹��Ƶ. Both students benefited from participating in heliophysics research projects funded by NASA and NSF under the guidance of Johnson. “While undergraduates, Wesley and Noah were already doing work at the level of graduate students and gave impressive talks at international conferences and specialized NASA working groups and were able to network with teams of scientists specializing in space physics,” Johnson notes. Another student from the class of 2025, Yoel Kim, will also be starting a doctoral program in physics at The Ohio State University this fall.</p> <p> Recent graduate Jamie Shepard will begin a PhD in mathematics at the University of Tennessee this fall. Additionally, in 2024, alumni Alex Navarro and Moises Reyes Rivas began PhD programs in mathematics at the University of Maryland and the University of California, Los Angeles, respectively. The year prior, Noe Reyes Rivas started his PhD in applied mathematics at Brown University.</p> <p> Shepard, Navarro, and Moises and Noe Reyes Rivas all participated in undergraduate research experiences through the mathematics department. In doing so, they were able to present their findings at several conferences, including the Joint Mathematics Meetings, the largest annual meeting of mathematicians in the world. Noe Reyes Rivas reflects, “Thanks to �㽹��Ƶ' holistic education, strong spiritual foundation, and the support of my professors, I have excelled in my field.”</p> <p> Yosia Nurhan and Jonathan Homan, who both graduated with dual degrees in mathematics and physics, also benefited from research at �㽹��Ƶ, working on NASA-funded projects that allowed them to publish original research on space physics while they were still undergraduates. They are now pursuing PhDs in applied mathematics at the Georgia Institute of Technology and the University of Colorado Boulder, respectively, and continue to collaborate with Johnson on research. Several other alumni are also completing doctorates in the mathematical sciences, including Christiane and Dorothea Gallos (mathematics, Indiana University Bloomington), Lucinda Ford (mathematics education, Texas State University) and Mykhaylo Malakhov (biostatistics, University of Minnesota).</p> <p> In addition to these student successes, nearly 100 �㽹��Ƶ undergraduates have been accepted to medical school over the past five years, with an acceptance rate 10% higher than the national average. These students benefited from research experiences with �㽹��Ƶ faculty in molecular and cellular biology, physiology, and ecology. Moreover, several �㽹��Ƶ alumni have placed in highly competitive veterinary programs. Graduates Karyl Beal and Carolina Smith earned their bachelor’s degrees in animal science from �㽹��Ƶ in 2024 and have been accepted to doctoral programs in veterinary medicine at the University of Illinois and the University of Tennessee, respectively. Additionally, recent graduate Jessica Dibble is beginning her doctoral studies at the Iowa State College of Veterinary Medicine this fall.</p> <p> Many of these students conducted their undergraduate research experiences as part of the J.N. �㽹��Ƶ Honors Program, which culminates in a capstone research project. In carrying out these projects, students “apply their critical thinking and analytical skills to research questions in their majors, developing well-conceived investigative methodologies and strengthening their ability to communicate precise scientific discoveries to an interdisciplinary audience,” explains L. Monique Pittman, professor of English and director of Honors.</p> <p> The successful placement of these students into top STEM doctoral programs reflects �㽹��Ƶ University’s commitment to prepare undergraduate students for a variety of in-demand STEM careers and advanced scientific study in the context of its mission to seek knowledge, affirm faith and change the world.</p> Fri, 11 Jul 2025 11:41:44 +0000 Summer Camp for Grades K-5 http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67274 <div> The Crayon Box is offering two educational day camp experiences for children entering grades K–5: Camp Kindness and Camp Cardinal. The theme of Summer Camp 2025 is "God Does Marvelous Things." Children must be at least 5 years old by Sept. 1, 2025, fully potty trained and enrolled to enter grades K–5. Our camp dates are June 9–Aug. 14.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Camp starts with "I Am Fearfully and Wonderfully Made." The program will remind children they are made in God’s image and how special they are. Camp ends with "God is the Center of Everything” and reminds children of all the amazing things God has made.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Space is limited. Download the enrollment packet from our <a href="/services/crayonbox/summercamp/">website</a>.</div> Thu, 10 Jul 2025 14:39:52 +0000 �㽹��Ƶ Alumni Elected into Service at GC Session http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67486 <div> Erton Köhler Elected General Conference President: View the full story at the tedNews <a href="https://ted.adventist.org/news/erton-kohler-elected-gc-president/">site</a>. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Richard E. McEdward Elected General Conference Secretary: View the full story at the Adventist News Network <a href="https://adventist.news/news/richard-mcedward-elected-as-secretary-of-the-seventh-day-adventist-world-church">site</a>. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Josue Pierre Elected General Conference Associate Treasurer: View the full story at the Adventist News Network <a href="https://adventist.news/news/josue-pierre-elected-as-general-conference-associate-treasurer">site</a>. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Gideon M. Mutero Elected General Conference Associate Treasurer: View the full story at the Adventist News Network <a href="https://adventist.news/news/gideon-m.-mutero-elected-as-general-conference-associate-treasurer">site</a>.</div> <div> <div>  </div> <div> Galina Stele Elected General Conference Women's Ministries Coordinator: View the full story at the Adventist News Network <a href="https://adventist.news/news/galina-stele-elected-as-gc-women’s-ministries-director">site</a>. </div> </div> <div>  </div> <div> Daniel Duda Elected Trans-European Division President: View the full story at the tedNews <a href="https://ted.adventist.org/news/daniel-duda-elected-president-of-ted/">site</a>. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Abner De Los Santos Elected Inter-American Division President: View the full story at the Inter-American Division <a href="https://interamerica.org/2025/07/adventist-church-elects-abner-de-los-santos-as-iad-president/">site</a>. </div> <div>  </div> <div> G. Alexander Bryant Elected North American Division President: View the full story at the North American Division <a href="https://www.nadadventist.org/news/g-alexander-bryant-re-elected-president-seventh-day-adventist-church-north-america">site</a>. </div> <div>  </div> <div> Kyoshin Ahn Elected North American Division Secretary: View the full story at the North American Division <a href="https://www.nadadventist.org/news/2025-general-conference-session-nad-secretary-and-treasurer-elected-serve-new-term">site</a>. </div> <div>  </div> <div>  </div> Thu, 10 Jul 2025 14:31:46 +0000 All Nations SDA Church Service, July 12 http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67483 <p> Join the All Nations Seventh-day Adventist Church for our worship experience this Sabbath, July 12, at 11:45 a.m., as Jonanette Deverson presents "Standing on the Promises." Adult and Children's Sabbath School begins at 10:30 a.m. We look forward to seeing you there!</p> <p> Upcoming Events:</p> <ol> <li> Wednesday, July 16: Midweek Refresh at 7 p.m. via Zoom</li> <li> Saturday, July 19: Fellowship Luncheon at 1:30 p.m.</li> <li> Tuesday, Sept. 9: Life Line Screening Event at ANC</li> </ol> <p> The All Nations Seventh-day Adventist Church is located at 4259 E. Snow Road, Berrien Springs, MI.</p> Thu, 10 Jul 2025 13:19:09 +0000 New Faculty Training: LearningHub Kickoff http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67440 <div style="border: 0px; font: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;"> <div style="border: 0px; font: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word;"> <div data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody" style="border: 0px; font: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;"> <span style="color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-weight: inherit;">Jump-start your teaching success at �㽹��Ƶ University with our Virtual LearningHub Kickoff! This essential training series is designed to equip new faculty with the tools and confidence to thrive in our digital learning environment. Join from </span><b style="color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit;">3:30–5 p.m. daily</b><span style="color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-weight: inherit;"> through this </span><a data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="1" href="https://andrews.zoom.us/j/99773586514" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="font: inherit; border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank" title="https://andrews.zoom.us/j/99773586514">link</a><span style="color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-weight: inherit;">. Register </span><a data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="2" href="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1vRRttP72vkX507A7fU4VNj8_X5MV6Dkya-g7Ja9Df8U/edit?gid=669643159#gid=669643159" rel="noopener noreferrer" style="font: inherit; border: 0px; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" target="_blank" title="https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1vRRttP72vkX507A7fU4VNj8_X5MV6Dkya-g7Ja9Df8U/edit?gid=669643159#gid=669643159">here</a><span style="color: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-weight: inherit;">.</span></div> <div data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody" style="border: 0px; font: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">  </div> </div> </div> <div style="border: 0px; font: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;"> <div style="border: 0px; font: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit; overflow-wrap: break-word;"> <div data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody" style="border: 0px; font: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;"> <b>July 28</b>: Getting Started with LearningHub<br /> <b>July 29</b>: Quizzes and Exams<br /> <b>July 30</b>: Gradebook and Grading<br /> <b>July 31</b>: Panopto and Zoom</div> <div data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody" style="border: 0px; font: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;"> <br /> Don't miss this opportunity to connect, learn and launch your semester strong!</div> </div> </div> Thu, 10 Jul 2025 11:44:13 +0000 Dissertation Defense: Barbara Harrison http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/67479 <p> A PhD dissertation defense for Barbara Harrison is scheduled on Thursday, July 24, 2025, from 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m. via Zoom.</p> <p> Barbara Harrison will defend her dissertation in partial fulfillment for the PhD degree in leadership. Her dissertation title is, “Perceptions of Influence and Collaboration Among Healthcare Providers, Nurses, and Allied Healthcare Professionals.” Those wishing to attend must make their request one day prior to the defense via email: <a href="mailto:ceisdeanga@andrews.edu">ceisdeanga@andrews.edu</a>.</p> <p>  </p> Thu, 10 Jul 2025 11:40:52 +0000