APU Articles
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.
Staff Saturday: Rick and Richie Orr: a Father-Son Duo Whose Family Has a Lasting APU Legacy
March 08, 2025
Rick and Richie find joy in a Christ-centered community where they can pour into others, cultivate spiritual growth, and watch God's handiwork across campus.
Faculty Friday: Jennifer Young, PhD, Encourages Students to Find Their Calling in Chemistry
March 07, 2025 | Humanities and Sciences
Jennifer Young, PhD, associate professor of chemistry and chair of the Department of Biology and Chemistry, connects with students academically and personally to show them how they can live out their callings in school and after graduation.
Staff Saturday: John Kirstenpfad ’06 Helps Keep APU Safe As Assistant Director of Campus Safety
March 01, 2025
John Kirstenpfad '06 uses his law enforcement experience to keep APU safe, mentor students, and support their faith.
Faculty Friday: Danielle Lascano MA ’07, EdD, LMFT, RPT, Spreads Hope Through Psychology
February 28, 2025 | Behavioral Sciences
Danielle Lascano MA ’07, EdD, LMFT, RPT, is an assistant professor, the associate dean, and the program director for the Master’s in Counseling Psychology program. In college, she wanted to find a way to combine her strong faith with her passion for mental health, and found that APU allowed her to do just that as both a student and a professor.
Alumni Feature: The Full Circle Journey of Steve Dang ’05
February 24, 2025 | Alumni, Theology
Steve Dang '05, MDiv, survived a rare cancer (HDGC) at just 29. He's now Chief Ministry Officer at Valley Christian School and an APU trustee.
Staff Saturday: Freddy Rivas ’99 Gives Back by Mentoring Students Discerning Pastoral Ministry
February 22, 2025
Freddy Rivas '99 came to APU as an undergraduate eager to dive into biblical studies and discover his calling to serve the Lord through ministry. For the past nine years he has given back to the community that shaped him.
Faculty Friday: John Burdett ’01 Cultivates Leaders Through Music
February 21, 2025 | Music
John Burdett ’01, EdD, had a transformational experience as a student at Azusa Pacific University. He has since dedicated himself to helping his students grow into strong leaders through music.
