APU Articles
Staff Saturday: Walter Cabal Implements Philosophy and Design to Create Meaningful Experiences
April 12, 2025
Walter Cabal contributes his design and philosophical expertise to serve APU as user experience writing manager.
Faculty Friday: Christine Kern, PhD, Guides Students to Literature for Answers to Life’s Big Questions
April 11, 2025 | Honors College
Christine Kern, PhD, associate professor in the Honors College, has always had a passion for literature. As a professor, she encourages her students to cultivate a love of reading in community that allows them to have a mentally, emotionally, and spiritually transformative college experience.
APU Students Travel to Japan to Conduct Environmental Biology Research and Collaborate with Professional Scientists
April 07, 2025 | Humanities and Sciences
Since 2015, Charles Chen, PhD, a professor in the Department of Biology and Chemistry at Azusa Pacific University, has given students the chance to grow academically and culturally by leading summer research trips to Japan. This summer, Chen will lead his fifth trip, and the third working on a project that looks at the effects of water management on the growth and function of rice plants.
Staff Saturday: Nathaniel Fernandez, PhD, Lives Out Jesus’ Care Through Counseling
April 05, 2025
Nathaniel Fernandez, PhD, lives out Jesus' care by serving as psychologist and outreach coordinator in APU's Counseling Center.
Faculty Friday: Marie Fongwa PhD, MPH, RN, Promotes Cultural Sensitivity Through Research
April 04, 2025 | Behavioral Sciences, Nursing
Marie Fongwa, PhD, MPH, RN, is a professor in the School of Nursing. Born in Cameroon, Marie studied to become a nurse-midwife before moving to America to continue her studies. She became a professor at APU where she has been able to pursue her passion for cultural sensitivity in healthcare through research on patient satisfaction, quality of care, and adherence to treatment of hypertension in African American women.
Staff Saturday: Aubree Roney’s ’09 Full Circle Leadership Journey at APU
March 29, 2025
Aubree Roney '09 came to APU with a passion for using her people skills to teach others. She now mentors students and exercises her love for problem solving as Enterprise Applications Administrator.
Faculty Friday: Susan Shore, PT, PhD, Follows Jesus’ Example of Helping Others Through Physical Therapy
March 28, 2025 | Health Sciences
Susan Shore, PT, PhD, associate dean of the School of Health Sciences, had the opportunity to practice as a physical therapist in different countries before becoming a professor. Her time abroad was filled with unique opportunities and valuable lessons that she passes on to her students.
APU Professors Cultivate Love of Learning Through Magic of Math Nights
March 24, 2025 | Humanities and Sciences
A group of APU professors have partnered with Murrieta Unified School District to host two Magic of Math Nights where students and families are encouraged to improve math skills and cultivate a positive relationship with learning. Both of the events have been great successes with hundreds of participants.
Staff Saturday: Dana Langley Lives Out Her Calling in APU’s Beautiful Community
March 22, 2025
Dana Langley is passionate about cultivating connections with people, serving the Lord, and making a difference through her work. As the procurement specialist in APU’s Business Office, Langley pursues her calling for collaboration in a beautiful community.
Faculty Friday: Angela Robles, EdD ’09 Supports Students, Athletes, and Her Family as a Professor
March 21, 2025 | Health Sciences
For Angela Robles, EdD ’09, professor and co-program director in the MS in Physical Education program and overseer of sports management and curriculum, Azusa Pacific University has been a place where she can implement her passion for sports into a career while supporting the next generation of athletic leaders and raising a family.
APU’s Educational and Clinical Counseling Program Provides Students with Practical Skills and Support
March 18, 2025 | Alumni, Behavioral Sciences
Azusa Pacific University’s Educational and Clinical Counseling program allows students to pursue careers in counseling in both educational settings such as schools and in clinical settings such as private therapy practices. The program not only focuses on teaching students how to become good counselors, but is a community of learners and mentors who support each other even after graduation.
Staff Saturday: Alex Oh, MS ’10, Creates Meaningful Experiences As Director of Campus Life
March 15, 2025
Alex Oh, MS '10, developed a love for leadership in college. As director of Campus Life, Alex plays a vital role in providing students opportunities for fellowship and fun.
Faculty Friday: Daniel Park, PhD, Glorifies God Through Finance Education
March 14, 2025 | Business
Daniel Park, PhD, professor and chair of the Leung School of Accounting and Finance, believes that anyone can look at finances through the lens of faith. Integrating the two allows people to be equipped to handle their money based on God’s financial principles and to become better people.
Nine Students Earn Full-Tuition Trustees Scholarships
March 13, 2025
Each year, thanks to the generous gifts of donors, Azusa Pacific University gives out nine full tuition Trustees’ Scholarships. Meet the incoming class of Trustees’ Scholars!
Debbie Harris ’93 Brings Christian Education to Under-Resourced Communities
March 11, 2025 | Alumni
After graduating from Azusa Pacific University, Debbie Harris ’93 went into teaching and came across a new school called Hope Academy in Minneapolis whose goal is to bring a remarkable God-centered education to under-resourced communities.
