Mission Statements

Understanding our missions, our reasons for being, may help you understand why things are done as they are at Andrews. We pray that these missions resonate in your heart.

Lamson Hall Mission Statement

To love the Lord with all our hearts, and souls, and minds, and our neighbor as ourselves.

University Towers Mission Statement

To create a Christ-like loving community for graduate and older students of Andrews University.

Division of Student Life Mission Statement

Student Life assumes an integral role in the development of Christian character and critical thinking consistent with the philosophy of Seventh-day Adventist education, which is designed to guide students to the Redeemer.

We support the mission of the University by nurturing students for:

  • Continuing growth in Christ
  • Developing positive and rewarding relationships
  • Accepting and appreciating diversity
  • Developing personal integrity reflected in a balanced spiritual, mental and physical lifestyle.

Andrews University Mission Statement

Andrews University, a distinctive Seventh-day Adventist Christian institution, transforms its students by educating them to seek knowledge and affirm faith in order to change the world. Andrews University students will:

Seek knowledge as they

  • Commit to a mindset of intellectual discovery
  • Demonstrate the ability to think clearly and critically
  • Communicate effectively utilizing multiple media
  • Understand the arts, letters and sciences from a Christian point of view
  • Become competent to serve humanity in their chosen disciplines and professions
  • Prepare for meaningful work in a complex, technological and global society

Affirm Faith as they

  • Nurture life in the Spirit through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ
  • Deepen their faith commitment and practice
  • Demonstrate personal and moral integrity
  • Embrace a wholesome way of life
  • Respect ethnic and cultural diversity

Change the World as they go forth to

  • Cultivate the capacity for creative problem-solving and innovation
  • Commit to generous service through civic engagement
  • Create a caring culture of global leadership
  • Carry out the worldwide mission of the Seventh-day Adventist church