Events

SPRING 2025

Collegiate Advocates for Better Living Events - Students

TBD
Watch for updates on our CABL events for the semester!

ReNew-trition Small Group Coaching - Anyone

Tues, Jan 14-Feb 18, 6:30 p.m.
Geneva Conf Room, Andreasen Center for Wellness
Start the year off right with guided support to set attainable nutrition goals, create manageable action steps toward eating better and improve your overall relationship with food. This class is now full.

Certified Well Department Ambassador Rally - Ambassadors of Certified Well Departments

Wed, Jan 29, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Beijing Classroom, Andreasen Center for Wellness
Ambassadors will enjoy a free lunch while learning about all the exciting wellness events and plans for the semester. Ambassadors, please RSVP to the calendar invite sent to you, or email wellness@yjaja.com.

Employee Resource Meetings - Employees

Join us in the Beijing Classroom of the Andreasen Center to learn about all of the different wellbeing offerings available to employees of Andrews University. *Wellness Requirement Menu item.

Thur, Feb 6, 4 p.m.
Fri, Feb 7, 12:45 p.m.

Staff Rec Night - AU Staff

Sat, Feb 8, 7-9 p.m.
Andreasen Center for Wellness
Bring your family to enjoy basketball, volleyball, pickleball and board games. Snacks included! This event is sponsored by Staff Senate. Please RSVP to Outlook invite sent by Jennifer Burrill.

Lunch and Learns - Employees

These wellness events for AU employees will be at 12:30 p.m. in the Beijing Classroom of the Andreasen Center on the following dates. Limited spots are available, so be sure to sign up at the links provided. *Wellness Requirement Menu item.

Fri, Feb 14: Fitness for Heart Health w/ Exercise Science Students (Sign Up Here)
Fri, Mar 7: Crocheting for Beginners w/ Carmalita Troy (Sign Up Here)

ACW Indoor Triathlon - Everyone

Sun, Feb. 23, 2025
Swim, bike and run to complete the first ever Andreasen Indoor Triathlon! Not sure you can tackle all three challenges? No problem! Compete with a team of 2-3 individuals. All racers will receive a t-shirt and participation medal, with top finishers receiving special awards. Visit the Andreasen Center website to learn more!

*Wellness Requirement Menu item.

Sleep Challenge - Everyone

Mar 2-7, 5 p.m.
Practice sleep-promoting habits to receive a sleep-themed goodie bag and be entered to win a Purple Pillow. Watch for announcements coming soon!

Self Defense Class - Everyone

Wed, Apr 2, 5:30 & 7:15 p.m.
Join us to learn life-saving self defense skills and get a great workout! Physical Therapist and self-defense expert, Aristede Dukes, will instruct participants in Krav Maga style techniques that can be utilized effectively in a life-or-death situation. This event is open to the community, and space is limited. Please note this is the same class twice. Participants may sign up for one session only. Duplicate entries will be canceled. Sign up here.

24-25 Wellness Challenges - Employees and Students

Wellness challenges provide an opportunity for students and employees alike to get some extra motivation to create postive habits and improve their personal wellness.

Fitness Class Bingo - Sept 29-Oct 4
More details above!

Chili Champ Cookoff! - Nov 2024
More details coming soon!

Andreasen Indoor Triathlon - Feb 2025
More details above!

Sleep Month Challenge - March 2025
Practice sleep-promoting habits to receive a sleep-themed goodie bag and be entered to win a Purple Pillow.

SUMMER WELLNESS EVENTS

In a Pickle 5K: Run, walk or volunteer at the 4th annual "In a Pickle 5K" on Father's Day, June 15, 2025 at 9 a.m. The race will begin and end at the Andreasen Center for Wellness (ACW). All participants will receive a t-shirt and custom medal, not to mention a post-race pickle (obviously). Sign up coming soon! Email rachelkeele@yjaja.com to volunteer. Volunteers will also receive a free t-shirt.

Gardening Get-Togethers: Join the AU Wellness Ambassadors as we beautify outdoor areas on campus. We will meet from 11:30-1:30 p.m. (2025 dates and locations TBD). Those who attend at least one get-together will be invited to an end of summer luncheon. Please watch for more details!

Berrien Springs Pickle Festival: No one does the 4th of July like Berrien Springs! Experience small-town celebration at it’s finest with games, vendors, a pickle “tasting room” and more fun for the whole family.

Andreasen Center Classes: While our summer schedule is a bit lighter, there are still great opportunities for social fitness at the ACW. If “big” classes scare you, this is quieter time of year is perfect to try something new, like Spin, Kickboxing, Soar Bungee Fitness and more.

FALL 2025
Ambassador Rally - Wellness Ambassadors
Date TBD, 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Wellness Ambassadors of Certified Well Departments are invited to a rally in the Beijing Classroom (Andreasen Center for Wellness) each semester to enjoy a catered lunch and get the latest wellness updates. Plus some time to connect and relax! This event is by invite only. To become a Wellness Ambassador, email wellness@yjaja.com.
Wellness Resource Meetings - Employees

Spring semester dates TBD