Andrews University

Berrien Springs, MI · Founded 1947

Christian university in Southwest Michigan offering associate to doctoral degrees across diverse academic programs

Primary audience
College Students
Work area
Higher Education
Topic
Religious Education
Contact
Andrea Luxton
Website Contact

About Organization

Andrews University is a nationally ranked Christian institution affiliated with the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Based in Berrien Springs, MI, the university serves approximately 2,468 employees and students with annual revenue of $101.7 million. Founded in 1874, it operates as the flagship educational institution of the Adventist church.

What They Focus On

Christian Higher Education

Comprehensive academic programs from associate to doctoral levels grounded in Seventh-day Adventist faith and values

Global Mission Training

Preparing students and supporting church initiatives for ministry, education, and humanitarian service worldwide

Academic Research

Specialized research and scholarship in theology, education, health sciences, and communication disorders

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2023)

$101.7M

+0% vs 2023

Assets (2023)

$238.5M

+0% vs 2023

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2023 — — — —
2023 $101,730,733 $95,364,577 $238,543,341 2,468
2022 $97,111,055 $91,407,243 $223,053,387 2,492
2021 — — — —
2021 $91,457,423 $85,426,550 $217,758,414 2,411
2020 — — — —
2020 $90,456,022 $80,007,559 $218,449,606 2,598
2019 $94,639,752 $90,795,654 $197,676,234 2,917
2018 $97,483,660 $94,021,619 $192,311,364 2,967
2017 $94,436,875 $92,132,305 $190,200,916 2,963

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

Learn more
  • 01

    Student Recruitment

    Attract diverse students globally aligned with Adventist Christian educational values and academic excellence standards

  • 02

    Academic Instruction

    Deliver rigorous curriculum from associate through doctoral levels integrating faith and professional preparation

  • 03

    Research & Development

    Conduct scholarly research and support specialized departments like speech sciences through grants and partnerships

  • 04

    Graduate Placement

    Prepare graduates for careers in ministry, education, healthcare, and other professions serving church and community

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Andrews University

Undergraduate Education

Associate and bachelor's degree programs across arts, sciences, and professional fields for traditional and nontraditional students

Graduate Studies

Master's and doctoral programs in theology, education, health sciences, and other specialized academic disciplines

Speech Sciences

Specialized department focused on communication disorders, speech pathology, and language development research and training

Global Mission Support

Educational programs and resources supporting Adventist church mission work and community service initiatives worldwide

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Andrews University.

AL

Andrea Luxton

President, Andrews University
Full-time
Compensation: $108,695
JW

John Wesley Taylor

President
Full-time
Compensation: $99,891
FF

Frances Faehner

Vice President, Student Life, Andrews University
Full-time
Compensation: $92,391
AS

Artur Stele

Vice President Gen Conf of SDA
BC

Bradford C Newton

President Pacific Union Conference SDA
CB

Charles Bracken

President CEO Getix Health
DL

Dr Loren Hamel

President Corewell Health
EI

Edwin I Hernandez

Executive Director Louisville Institute
GA

G Alexander Bryant

President, North American Division of SDA
GH

Garth H Gabriel

President, Lake Region Conference of SDA
GL

Gonzalo L Pita

Program Director Johns Hopkins University
JM

Jim Micheff

President, Michigan Conference of SDA
JG

John Grys

President Illinois Conference of SDA
KR

Karsten Randolph

Seo CFO
KA

Kenneth A Denslow

President Lake Union Conference of SDA
KK

Kimberly Knowlton

Director Drayson Center Loma Linda University
LB

Lisa Beardsley-Hardy

Education Director General Conf of SDA
PL

Paul Llewellyn

President SDA Church in Canada
PE

Pierre E Omeler

President Atlantic Union Conference
RH

Ruth Horton

Director Office of Education Lake Union
TN

Ted N C Wilson

President, General Conference of SDA
TN

Titus Naftanaila

President, Wisconsin Conf of SDA
VV

Vic Van Schaik

President Indiana Conf of SDA
VD

Vonda Douglas Nikitin

Medical Director, Beaumont Health Systm
JJ

Jay Johnson

Professor of Engineering AU
Full-time
Compensation: $158,210
CA

Christon Arthur

Provost, Andrews University
Full-time
Compensation: $113,204
GA

Glenn A Meekma Jr

VP Finance, Andrews University
Full-time
Compensation: $112,343
PT

Padma Tadi Uppala

Facutly Population Health Nutrition and Wellness
Full-time
Compensation: $101,968
TY

Tony Yang

VP Strategy Marketing & Enrollment CCO
Full-time
Compensation: $84,587
MN

Michael Nixon

VP Diversity and Inclusion
Full-time
Compensation: $45,840
AR

Adam Rose

Principal Rose Law Firm
DL

Dana L Wales

Managing Principal, Wales & Associates
DR

David R Williams

Professor Harvard University
DD

Debbie D Habenicht

Retired Physician
DB

Don Bovell

Emergency Medicine Physician
DL

Donn LaTour

Physician
DJ

Dr Juanita Moses Campbell

Family Health Center Physician
DR

Dr Roger H Pak

Scientist Principal Pfizer Inc
EE

E Edward Zinke

Retired Businessman
JR

Janelle Randall

Mktg and Brand Manager Randall Residence
JP

Josue Pierre

Assoc Gen Counsel Gen Conf of SDA
OA

Olesea Azevedo

EVP Advent Health
ST

Sharyl Turon

Controller
TP

Theresa Popp

Secretary, Director Planned Giving and Trust Svc, Andrews University
ER

Elden Ramirez

Executive Secretary, Lake Union Conference of SDA
EK

Erton Kohler

Executive Secretary General Conf of SDA
WG

William G C Murdoch Jr

Chair, Dept of Psychiatry; Medical Director LLU Behavioral Medicine Ctr.

Milestones

1947

IRS Tax-Exempt Status

1947

Received federal recognition as tax-exempt educational institution under subsection 501(c)(3)

2018

Peak Revenue Period

2018

Achieved highest recorded annual revenue of $97.5 million with 2,967 employees

2020

Enrollment Stabilization

2020

Maintained operations through pandemic with revenue near $90 million and 2,598 employees

2023

Revenue Growth Milestone

2023

Surpassed $101 million in annual revenue serving 2,468 employees and students

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

LJ
Lionel Johnson Chair Architecture 40 hrs/week · $131,870
TP
Theresa Popp Secretary, Director Planned Giving and Trust Svc, Andrews University 40 hrs/week · $65,779
ER
Elden Ramirez Executive Secretary, Lake Union Conference of SDA
EK
Erton Kohler Executive Secretary General Conf of SDA
GC
Glynn C W Scott Treasurer, Lake Union Conference of SDA
JR
J Raymond Wahlen II Under-treasurer Gen Conf of SDA
PD
Paul Douglas Treasurer, General Conference of SDA
WG
William G C Murdoch Jr Chair, Dept of Psychiatry; Medical Director LLU Behavioral Medicine Ctr.

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2023)

$1.1M

Highest Paid

$158K

Jay Johnson

Compensated Officers

11

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Jay Johnson Professor Of Engineering Au $158,210 — $158,210 4
Lionel Johnson Chair Architecture $131,870 — $131,870 4
Christon Arthur Provost, Andrews University $113,204 — $113,204 4
Glenn A Meekma JR VP Finance, Andrews University $112,343 — $112,343 4
Andrea Luxton President, Andrews University $108,695 — $108,695 4
Padma Tadi Uppala Facutly Population Health Nutrition And Wellness $101,968 — $101,968 4
John Wesley Taylor President $99,891 — $99,891 4
Frances Faehner Vice President, Student Life, Andrews University $92,391 — $92,391 4
Tony Yang VP Strategy Marketing & Enrollment CCO $84,587 — $84,587 4
Theresa Popp Secretary, Director Planned Giving And Trust Svc, Andrews University $65,779 — $65,779 4
Michael Nixon VP Diversity And Inclusion $45,840 — $45,840 4

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

Individual Political Donors

People from this organization who contributed to political campaigns

$1K Total Given
Other/PAC $1,073 (81%)
Democratic $259 (19%)
24 Contributions
$56 Avg Each

Top Individual Donors

6 Individual Donors
RM
Ray M Leadbetter 2 contributions • $509 avg
$1,017
RT
Rebecca Turk 11 contributions • $8 avg
$91
DM
Desmond Murray 4 contributions • $20 avg
$80
DW
Dennis Waite 3 contributions • $21 avg
$63
SH
Stacie Hatfield 3 contributions • $19 avg
$56

Other Individual Contributors $25 combined

#6
AT

Alayne Thorpe

Berrien Springs, MI

$25 Total
1 Contribution
HARRIS FOR PRESIDENT

Quick Insights

🏆
Most Active Donor Rebecca Turk with 11 contributions
💰
Highest Avg per Contribution Ray M Leadbetter at $509 each
🎯
Top Recipient KRISTI PAC — $1,017

Data from Federal Election Commission • Individual contributions only

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$1.6M Grants Received
7 Organizations

Top Funders

7 total
AH
Adventist Health System Sunbelt
$1.5M
FI
Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund
$33K
DC
Daffy Charitable Fund
$30K
AO
American Online Giving Foundation Inc.
$18K
PV
Parkinson Voice Project Inc.
$10K
NC
Natl Christian Charitable Fdn Inc.
$6K
RJ
Raymond James Charitable Endowment Fund
$6K
Adventist Health System Sunbelt Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund Daffy Charitable Fund American Online Giving Foundation Inc. Parkinson Voice Project Inc. Natl Christian Charitable Fdn Inc. Raymond James Charitable Endowment Fund
Adventist Health System Sunbelt Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund Daffy Charitable Fund American Online Giving Foundation Inc. Parkinson Voice Project Inc. Natl Christian Charitable Fdn Inc. Raymond James Charitable Endowment Fund

Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.

Related Organizations

1 affiliated entity reported on IRS Form 990 Schedule R

1

Tax-Exempt Affiliates

1
Andrews Broadcasting Corp
Berrien Springs, MI
Radio Station
501(c) 501 c 3

Source: IRS Form 990, Schedule R (Related Organizations and Unrelated Partnerships)

Federal Funding

Government awards and grants from USAspending.gov

$2.0M Total Obligated
$2.0M Total Amount
4 Awards
3 Agencies

By Agency

Education $1.1M
NASA $524K
NSF $386K

Awards

Agency Award ID Type Period Amount
Education P063P250220 DIRECT PAYMENT FOR SPECIFIED USE, AS A SUBSIDY OR OTHER NON-REIMBURSABLE DIRECT FINANCIAL AID (C) 2025-2031 $1,129,561
NASA 80NSSC22K0515 PROJECT GRANT (B) 2025-2026 $524,479
NSF 2131013 PROJECT GRANT (B) 2021-2025 $385,656
Education P268K260220 DIRECT LOAN (E) 2025-2047 $0

Source: USAspending.gov. Amounts represent total federal obligations.

Lobbying Activity

Lobbying Disclosure Act registrations

Self-Lobbying
1 Registrations
1 Client
Yes Self-Lobbying

Clients 1 total

St. Andrews University
1 filing
Self

Source: Senate Office of Public Records — Lobbying Disclosure Act

Contact

Get in touch with Andrews University

Phone

(269) 471-3521

Social

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4150 Administration Drive Room 217 Berrien Springs, MI 491040780