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Andrews University Agenda http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/ News and Events at Andrews University en-us Copyright 2026, Andrews University Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:05:00 +0000 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 18:05:00 +0000 webmaster@andrews.edu webmaster@andrews.edu Student Ministers to Youth Through Tech Center http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69353 Since the summer of 2025, Jonathan Garcia, lead pastor of the Harbor of Hope SDA Church in Benton Harbor, Michigan, has taught computer science to young students at the local Boys and Girls Club chapter. Having previously worked as a computer science instructor in New York for over a decade, Garcia now serves students at the Benton Harbor Boys and Girls Club’s Joel E. Smilow Teen Center (also known as “Teen Tech Center”), which features an array of technology used for education and creativity. Through this service, Garcia has combined his interests in spiritual ministry and computer science to provide an impactful resource for participants.  ... Garcia, who is also currently pursuing a Master of Divinity degree at Andrews University’s Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary, shared that the Teen Tech Center, funded in part by Best Buy and the Whirlpool Foundation, is a powerful and rare resource he and his students get to partake in. More than $1 million has been contributed to the facility’s construction and maintenance, he said. Garcia credited the leadership and efforts of Di’Andre Hureskin, Best Buy’s Teen Tech Center Coordinator, for helping to maintain the Tech Center and its impactful programs.  <<< Read the full story at the Lake Union Herald <a href="http://Since the summer of 2025, Jonathan Garcia, lead pastor of the Harbor of Hope SDA Church in Benton Harbor, Michigan, has taught computer science to young students at the local Boys and Girls Club chapter. Having previously worked as a computer science instructor in New York for over a decade, Garcia now serves students at the Benton Harbor Boys and Girls Club’s Joel E. Smilow Teen Center (also known as “Teen Tech Center”), which features an array of technology used for education and creativity. Through this service, Garcia has combined his interests in spiritual ministry and computer science to provide an impactful resource for participants. The Teen Tech Center is complete with a section for e-sports with nearly a dozen computers and professional equipment, where students not only play games, but also learn about streaming and other technical processes. A separate section is dedicated to 3D printing, sublimation, and virtual reality headsets that connect students with other Teen Tech Centers worldwide. Additionally, spaces for music production, podcasting, graphic design, and more are available in the state-of-the-art space. Garcia, who is also currently pursuing a Master of Divinity degree at Andrews University’s Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary, shared that the Teen Tech Center, funded in part by Best Buy and the Whirlpool Foundation, is a powerful and rare resource he and his students get to partake in. More than $1 million has been contributed to the facility’s construction and maintenance, he said. Garcia credited the leadership and efforts of Di’Andre Hureskin, Best Buy’s Teen Tech Center Coordinator, for helping to maintain the Tech Center and its impactful programs. ">site</a> >>> Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:19:52 +0000 MAPM Program Coordinates With North Pacific Union http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69334 Ministerial Association serves pastors and their families across North Pacific Union through local conferences, providing resources that support spiritual growth, strengthen their calling and encourage professional development for effective ministry. The department provides resources and training to support pastors and conference ministerial teams, including coordination with Andrews University to serve twice yearly as a host site for the Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry program, offered in English and Spanish. An annual ministerial retreat provides training, encouragement and renewal for ministerial leaders, along with ongoing mentoring and professional development for pastors across the territory. <<< Read the full story at the Northwest Adventists <a href="https://nwadventists.com/news/2026/06/ripples-gods-rain-departmental-reports-20212025">site</a> >>> Thu, 11 Jun 2026 11:33:32 +0000 Theology Students Strengthen Evangelism in Lima http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69310 With Bibles in hand, willing hearts and the desire to share hope, a group of theology students from Andrews University came to Peru to live a missionary experience that marked lives inside and outside the churches. For 15 days, the missionary group conducted evangelism campaigns with preaching, missionary visits, Bible studies and spiritual accompaniment to people interested in learning more about the Bible in Lima. *** Con Biblias en las manos, corazones dispuestos y el deseo de compartir esperanza, un grupo de estudiantes de teología de Andrews University llegó al Perú para vivir una experiencia misionera que marcó vidas dentro y fuera de las iglesias. Durante 15 días, el grupo misionero realizó campañas de evangelismo con predicación, visitas misioneras, estudios bíblicos y acompañamiento espiritual a personas interesadas en conocer más sobre la Biblia en Lima. <<< Read the full story at the South American Division <a href="https://noticias.adventistas.org/es/estudiantes-de-teologia-de-la-universidad-de-andrews-fortalecen-el-evangelismo-en-lima/">site</a> >>> Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:21:42 +0000 Andrews Academy Caring Heart Award Recipient http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69309 The Lake Union and North American Division’s Office of Education believe that teaching young people to be actively involved in witnessing and service activities is central to the educational goals of the school and the mission of the church. For this reason, the Caring Heart Award for Christian Service has been established to give recognition to those secondary students who have demonstrated a personal commitment to active service and witnessing activities.  ... Iliana Murphy exemplifies the true spirit of a Caring Heart through her deep commitment to service, spiritual leadership, and authentic connection with others. Her impact at Andrews Academy reaches far beyond titles or roles; it is seen in lives touched, faith strengthened and community built.  <<< Read the full story at the Lake Union Herald <a href="https://www.lakeunionherald.org/archive/articles/class-of-2026-academy-students-recognized-for-caring-hearts/">site</a> >>> Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:19:49 +0000 Lake Union Delegates Reelect Leadership http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69308 On May 31, 2026, delegates to the 24th Lake Union Constituency Session reelected the current slate of administrators to serve another five-year term.  More than 300 representatives from the Illinois, Indiana, Lake Region, Michigan and Wisconsin conferences, Andrews University and UChicago Medicine AdventHealth met at Pioneer Memorial Church in Berrien Springs, Michigan, to receive reports and determine the Lake Union leadership.  <<< Read the full story at the Lake Union Herald <a href="https://www.lakeunionherald.org/archive/articles/lake-union-delegates-re-elect-leadership-at-constituency-session/">site</a> >>> Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:08:47 +0000 First Annual GIRCA Student Conference http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69307 Over 700 students, faculty and administrators from more than 18 Seventh-day Adventist colleges and universities participated in the first annual Global Institute for Research and Community Advancement (GIRCA) Student Conference held under the theme, “From Research to Mission: Solutions that Make a Difference.” Two hundred and five undergraduate and graduate students from partner institutions, including Andrews University and universities across East, Central, and West Africa and the Philippines, demonstrated their excellence in research.   <<< Read the full story at the Moody on the Market <a href="https://www.moodyonthemarket.com/andrews-university-students-join-global-research-conference-focused-on-real-world-solutions/">site</a>, Adventist Today <a href="https://atoday.org/from-research-to-mission-girca-conference-emphasizes-faith-driven-scholarship/">site</a> and Lake Union Herald <a href="https://www.lakeunionherald.org/archive/articles/andrews-university-attends-inaugural-global-student-research-conference/">site</a> >>> Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:06:55 +0000 Andrews Alumni Support LUH in Winning ACP Awards http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69297 The Lake Union Herald earned eight national awards in the annual journalism contest sponsored by the Associated Church Press.  ... The contest, governed by the ACP’s board, admitted over 700 entries among nearly 90 categories. Each category is allowed an Award of Excellence (First Place), an Award of Merit (Second Place) and an Honorable Mention (third place). These entries were judged by a jury of Christian professionals from across the country. Awards are conferred on faith-based publications that best exemplifies the high standards of excellence in writing, design, video production and service to its denomination.  <<< Read the full story at the Lake Union Herald <a href="https://www.lakeunionherald.org/archive/articles/lake-union-herald-earns-eight-national-awards/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZnRzaASFfc5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA8xMjQwMjQ1NzQyODc0MTQAAadq46eaDqXUROuqES4bpcO6f7HBQDIsG1bMjF_Z55em7hwRcjJqVVvG9VK4rQ_aem_HsAsgHoD8ptiY-zOPlUz7w">site</a> >>> Fri, 29 May 2026 12:01:14 +0000 Andrews Leaders Attend IAD Seminary Anniversary http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69296 Seventh-day Adventist administrators and church leaders from across the Inter-American Division (IAD) gathered on May 5, 2026, in Miami, Florida, to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the Inter-American Adventist Theological Seminary (IATS). The event brought together top church administrators, union presidents, university leaders, faculty, and former seminary presidents to thank God for the institution’s growth and recognize the visionaries whose faith and leadership helped establish the seminary three decades ago. <<< Read the full story at the Inter-American Division <a href="https://interamerica.org/2026/05/adventist-seminary-celebrates-30-years-of-preparing-leaders-for-mission-in-inter-america/">site</a> >>> Fri, 29 May 2026 11:50:44 +0000