Andy Kim

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Andy Kim is a strategist, storyteller, and ministry leader who helps the next generation imagine and pursue their place in God’s global mission. He currently serves as Associate Conference Director and Emcee for Urbana 25, InterVarsity’s triennial student missions conference that has inspired hundreds of thousands to say “yes” to God’s global call.

Andy has helped shape multiethnic leadership development, intercultural formation, and missional innovation across a variety of roles within InterVarsity and higher education—including as a campus minister at Northwestern University, Director of Intercultural Development at Trinity International University, and Multiethnic Resource Director for InterVarsity's Multiethnic Ministries. Most recently, he served as Associate Director of InterVarsity’s Creative Labs where helped launch the Ministry Playbook, a digital training platform that has equipped thousands of staff, students and partners in campus ministry across the country. 

He holds an MDiv from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School and a BA from Northwestern University. He and his wife Madeline live in Urbana, Illinois, with their three children.

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Community Guide

Urbana 25 Fundraising Toolkit

Heading to Urbana 25 isn't just a trip—it's a spiritual step of courage. For many students, fundraising feels intimidating or awkward. That's why we created this practical, encouraging, steop-by-step guide to make it doable (and even meaningful). Whether you're a staff helping students plan or a student ready to start, this toolkit walks you through the entire process—from "Who should I ask?" to "How do I say thanks?
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Community Guide

Staff Preview: Meet the Urbana 25 Worship Team

One of the most defining aspects of Urbana is the way we gather to worship: thousands of voices united in song, drawn from every corner of the world, proclaiming the greatness of our God together. And Urbana 25 will be no exception. In fact, I believe it may be one of the most spiritually alive, globally rich, and musically dynamic worship experiences we’ve ever experienced.
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Community Guide

Recruitment Tips from the Pacific

Let’s be honest—traveling to Phoenix may feel like a big shift for some of us, especially in the Midwest and South. But for years, staff on the coasts have faced this exact challenge—and figured out ways to bring students to Urbana with creativity, trust in God, and practical planning.
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Community Guide

Urbana Staff Update (June)

Summer is one of the most strategic windows to recruit for Urbana—especially for student leaders, churches, and alumni partners who need time to plan, pray, and prepare.
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Urbana Staff Update (May)

Feeling the weight of this season? This month’s Urbana Staff Update has fresh resources, recruiting tips, and encouragement to keep mobilizing boldly. Catch the May Update here!
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Urbana Staff Update (April)

Spring is coming, and so is Urbana 25! 🌵This month, we're diving into key updates on staffing, recruitment, and program highlights.
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Community Guide

Urbana Staff Update (March)

Welcome to the March edition of your Urbana 25 Staff Update—your go-to source for everything Urbana! This month, we're diving into key updates on staffing, recruitment, and program highlights.
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Community Guide

Why Urbana Registration is Changing (and Why That’s Good News for You)

If you’re passionate about seeing more students and faculty at Urbana and want to recruit effectively, this article will give you the vision behind our new registration system, why we made these changes, and how it’s designed to make Urbana 25 more accessible and affordable.
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Urbana Staff Update (February)

Welcome to the February edition of your Urbana 25 Staff Update—your go-to source for everything Urbana! This month, we’re focusing on how you can inspire your students and faculty while gearing up for Phoenix.
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Leadership Guide

Urbana 25 Vision and Program Updates for Staff

Get a glimpse into the vision and program updates for Urbana 25. Hear from Executive Director Mark Matlock and Associate Conference Director Andy Kim as they share insights into Urbana’s role in God’s global story and what’s ahead for Urbana 25.