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Man’S Search For Meaning: The Case Of Legos Revisited, Michael Choi

Posters, Presentations, and Papers

How do perceived meaning, levels of resilience, and job-rotation affect productivity and labor supply? Answering this question will provide further insight on how manipulating tasks can influence labor supply, motivation, and productivity in almost any field of labor, such as school and the workplace. Further, this study will explore motivation and the “least-common-denominator of meaningfulness that is shared by virtually all compensated activities” (Ariely et. al., 2008). This study is a replication and extension upon Man’s search for meaning: The case of Legos (Ariely et. al., 2008).

Religiosity And Perceived Stress Among College Students, Cooper Hodges

Posters, Presentations, and Papers

What is the relationship between religiosity and perceived stress among college students? Previous research has suggested that religiosity is a buffer against outside stressors. Our study specifically focused on two forms of religiosity internalization: identified regulation and introjected regulation. Seventy-nine undergraduate students, in attendance at Andrews University, self-reported their perceived stress and religiosity levels as participants in a subject pool. Multiple linear regression analysis revealed that identified regulation was a significant predictor of stress perception levels compared to introjected regulation. We conclude that students who have a more internalized religious belief system are more likely to exhibit lower stress levels.

Relationship Between Health-Maintenance Preferences And Health, Kiara Dillard

Posters, Presentations, and Papers

This study examines the relationship between people’s general health and their health-maintenance practices, specifically, the use of over-the-counter medications (OTCs) and home remedies. These practices are used by many; however, there is still much uncertainty about how these impact one’s health. Subjects for this study are drawn from the Behavioral Sciences Research Participation Pool and will complete an adapted questionnaire taken from the Questionnaire to Document Self-Medicating Behaviours and the SF-36 Health Survey. My hypothesis is there is a relationship between at least one of these forms of self-medication practices and health.

Man’S Search For Meaning: The Case Of Legos Revisited, Michael Choi

Posters, Presentations, and Papers

How do perceived meaning, levels of resilience, and job-rotation affect productivity and labor supply? Answering this question will provide further insight on how manipulating tasks can influence labor supply, motivation, and productivity in almost any field of labor, such as school and the workplace. Further, this study will explore motivation and the “least-common-denominator of meaningfulness that is shared by virtually all compensated activities” (Ariely et. al., 2008). This study is a replication and extension upon Man’s search for meaning: The case of Legos (Ariely et. al., 2008).

Demographic, Psycho-Social, And Religious Predictors Of Suicide Attempts Among Adolescents Of A Conservative Religious Denomination, Isaac Suh

Posters, Presentations, and Papers

Recent research indicates that suicide is a growing cause of death in our country (CDC, 2010). Over the twelve year period (1999 to 2012), suicide rates increased by a staggering 40%. This is especially evident among adolescents (13-17 years). In spite of this trend, much remains to be known about the variability of this phenomenon across various subcultures. This study examines suicidal ideation and the effect of various demographic, psycho-social, and religious predictors among adolescents of a conservative religious denomination.

Children In Armed Conflict: A Human Rights Dilemma, Afia Asamoah

Posters, Presentations, and Papers

Despite the efforts of the United Nations and other international organizations, more than 300,000 children worldwide are currently forced into active combat roles and encouraged to commit crimes against humanity. This paper explores principles of natural justice, human rights, and human dignity through classical political rationalism as it relates to the issue of children in armed conflict. In doing so, this paper aims to provide a rational and objective standard to counter the practice of destroying childhood innocence through forced participation in war crimes and thus encourage the world to no longer turn a blind eye to this human rights …

Leadership Department Newsletter - June 2015, Andrews University

Leadership Department Newsletter 2015

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A Welcome Hospital Visitor, Susan E. Murray

Lake Union Herald

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Student Gardens Will Deliver Fresh Produce To Bridge Card Holders' Home: New Pilot Csa Program Seeks To Reach Food Deserts, Melodie Roschman

Andrews Agenda: Campus News

"Following the prominent Mobile Farmer’s Market program they launched in 2014, the Andrews University Student Gardens teamed up with the Berrien County Health Department to pioneer a produce-delivery service for Bridge Card holders in Benton Harbor. Funding for the program comes from a $100,000 grant from the Michigan Department of Community Health."

Envision Magazine Wins Six Awards: Student Magazine Honored At Associated Church Press, Melodie Roschman

Andrews Agenda: Campus News

"Envision magazine, a student-produced publication of Andrews University, won six awards from the Associated Church Press on Friday, May 1, 2015."

Andrews University Awards Two Honorary Doctorates: Rasi And Doblmeier Receive Distinctions, Melodie Roschman

Andrews Agenda: Campus News

"Andrews University awarded two honorary doctoral degrees, Doctor of Humane Letters, to Humberto M. Rasi and Martin Joseph Doblmeier during its May Commencement ceremonies on May 3, 2015."

Rwandan Commemoration Of 1994 Genocide: Annual Michiana Area Event Held At Andrews This Year, Marcus Larivaux

Andrews Agenda: Campus News

"The Midwest Rwandan Community held the 21st Commemoration of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda on the Andrews University campus, on Saturday, April 11, from 3–6 p.m. in Newbold Auditorium, Buller Hall. Held in the "Never Again" spirit of the United Nations policies, this annual Michiana area event was well attended by more than 200 individuals. The keynote speaker was Joe Richie, a Chicago area businessman who also serves as co-chairman of the Presidential Advisory Council (PAC) for Rwanda, to help facilitate private sector investment in the country."

2015 May Newsletter, Nancy Rockey

Life Renewal Archive

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Leadership Department Newsletter - May 2015, Andrews University

Leadership Department Newsletter 2015

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Ways To Encourage And Build Your Child’S Confifidence, Susan E. Murray

Lake Union Herald

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Festschrift Presented To George Knight: Prolific Adventist Author And Emeritus Professor Of Church History, Patricia Spangler

Andrews Agenda: Campus News

George Knight, professor of church history, emeritus, was presented with a Festschrift in honor of his "contributions to Adventist thought" over the years.

Filmmaker Martin Doblmeier To Speak At Commencement: Founder And President Of Journey Films To Speak At Cas Commencement

Andrews Agenda: Campus News

Announcement that "Martin Doblmeier, founder and president of Journey Films, will speak at the Andrews University College of Arts & Sciences Commencement on Sunday, May 3, 2015, at 11 a.m. in Pioneer Memorial Church on the campus of Andrews University."

Spring 2015 Graduation Weekend Events: A Full Weekend Of Celebrations And Special Speakers

Andrews Agenda: Campus News

Spring 2015 Graduation Weekend details.

Graduate Communication Program Updated: Improvements Include Reduced Tuition, Curriculum Revisions And Online Course Options

Andrews Agenda: Campus News

"The Andrews University Department of Communication has made changes and improvements to the Master of Arts in Communication program, including renovating a studio, revising the curriculum, reducing the tuition by 45 percent, and updating online course enrollment options..."

Horn Museum Display Of Ceramic Figurines: On Loan From Jordan Until April 30, 2015, Marcus Larivaux

Andrews Agenda: Campus News

The Institute of Archaeology and Siegfried H. Horn Museum at Andrews University had a special exhibit of ceramic figurines from the Late Iron Age II/Persian Period (8th–6th century BC). The artifacts were on loan from Jordan.

Symphony Orchestra Spring Concert: Performing Mendelssohn's "Lobgesang" With Singers And Chorale

Andrews Agenda: Campus News

Announcement that "the Andrews University Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of Claudio Gonzalez, along with University Singers and University Chorale, under the direction of Stephen Zork, will perform their spring concert on Saturday, April 25, at 8 p.m. in the Howard Performing Arts Center. The concert is free and open to the public."

International Students Featured At Special Services: Annual International Student Sabbath Was A Blessing, Becky St. Clair

Andrews Agenda: Campus News

In March 2015, " Andrews University held its annual International Student Sabbath at Pioneer Memorial Church. As the second most ethnically diverse national university in the United States, Andrews enjoys hosting students from 92 countries around the world."

Alternate Spring Break For Andrews Student: Lianne Wynne Sponsored By United Way For Trip To Washington D.C., Samuel Fry

Andrews Agenda: Campus News

"Lianne Wynne, a sophomore social work major, was recently invited to Washington D.C. to participate in an alternative spring break by United Way. The “Alternate Spring Break” program is sponsored in partnership with Kimberly-Clark Corporation, and provides an opportunity for 25 young women who are leaders from college campuses across the country to join together for a week of service and advocacy.

The week-long event was held in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area, and afforded Wynne an opportunity to learn about and participate in events focused on critical issues for women such as human trafficking, STEM education for girls, women …

University Wind Symphony Spring Concert: Tuba Soloist Roger Lewis Will Be Featured Guest Artist

Andrews Agenda: Campus News

Announcement that the Andrews University Wind Symphony, directed by Alan Mitchell, will present their spring concert on Sunday, April 19, at 4 p.m., at the Howard Performing Arts Center.

Update From President Andreasen: Andrews Taking Steps To Address Homelessness Among Lgbt Youth, Niels-Erik Andreasen

Andrews Agenda: Campus News

(Former) President Andreasen updated the Andrews University community on the controversy that erupted from an unofficial club wishing to host a fundraiser to benefit homeless LGBT youth.

Horn Lectureship Series Features Undergraduate Students: "Making A Future For Our Past..."

Andrews Agenda: Campus News

Robert D. Bates, PhD research associate for the Institute of Archaeology, and Andrews University students, presented ongoing research projects for the museum. The diverse projects included photographing artifacts, ceramic analysis, remodeling museum displays, serving as docents, correlating bones, scanning coins and creating archaeological illustrations.

Andrews Receives $3,500 Grant From Mdeq: To Update Wellhead Protection Plan, Marcus Larivaux

Andrews Agenda: Campus News

Andrews University was awarded a $3,500 grant from the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ). The grant will be used to update the University’s Wellhead Protection Plan (WHPP) for the groundwater areas that supply drinking water to the University.

Engineering Students Place Second In Stryker Challenge: Andrews And Hope College Team Up For Mca

Andrews Agenda: Campus News

"Two Andrews University engineering students, Jonathan Penrod and Michael Hess II, were part of the Michigan Colleges Alliance team that placed second at the 2015 Stryker Engineering Challenge, held March 26–27, 2015, at Stryker Medical in Portage, Michigan... Teams of four students, preferably sophomores, competed for $1,000 scholarships and interviews for Stryker internships."

A Conversation On Race And Justice In America: Fourth Annual Summit For Social Consciousness, Samuel Fry, Jenna Neil

Andrews Agenda: Campus News

Andrews University held its fourth annual Summit on Social Consciousness from Wednesday, April 8, through Saturday, April 11, 2015. The symposium focused on the theme of “A Conversation on Race and Justice in America.” The objective was to inform the community of the injustices and racial prejudices still alive in our nation, 51 years after the civil rights movement, and also provided a means for students and community leaders to engage in social action regardless of background. All events were free and open to the public.

2015 April Newsletter, Nancy Rockey

Life Renewal Archive

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