APU Articles
Student Spotlight: Brandon Cooper ’26: Illustrating God in the Details
April 21, 2026 | Arts, CAHST
Discover the faith-inspired art of Azusa Pacific University senior Brandon Cooper '26. Explore his senior exhibition and creative journey.
Global Engagement: Kaylee Gunnoe ’26 Steps Into Service and Surrender
April 17, 2026 | Global Engagement, Parents
Kaylee Gunnoe ’26 stepped out of her comfort zone and into a life-changing experience in McDowell County, West Virginia, discovering that true impact comes through surrender, service, and faith. “You don’t need to leave your hometown to make an impact,” said Gunnoe.
Veteran Lucas Naccarati ’25: A Mission-Driven Path to Business Success
April 16, 2026 | Alumni, Business, Military Education
Whenever Lucas Naccarati ’25 is faced with a big life decision, he turns to the same avenue that’s never let him down—prayer. From deciding to join the U.S. Marine Corps to selling his first business to starting a new one and investing his hard-earned capital, prayer and seeking guidance from the Lord are constant through lines in Naccarati’s life.
Efaobasi Ekpe ’26 Shares God’s Power through Storytelling
April 10, 2026 | Arts, Undergraduate
Enamored by the beauty and community of the campus, Ekpe committed to APU, looking to continue his walk with Christ and with theater. Through leading roles, trusting in God, and deep conversations with peers, Ekpe is changing APU for the better.
Global Engagement: Camden Patterson ‘28 Living In Obedience in Alaska
April 09, 2026 | Global Engagement, Parents
Plans fell through, expectations shifted, and faith became the foundation for everything that followed. “There are many people in need, not only in Alaska but in places we often overlook, and this experience revealed the blind spots we can have,” said Camden Patterson ’28. Link to come.
Global Engagement: Cayla Mathias ’27 Finds Her Calling in Jamaica
April 08, 2026 | Global Engagement, Parents
After serving in Jamaica, Cayla Mathias ’27 reflects on how the experience deepened her faith and calling to missions. “I’ve been asking the Lord to use me and refine my heart so I can pour into others, and I really feel Him calling me into missions,” said Mathias.
Alumni Feature: Anthony Powell MA ’13, DMin ’25: From the Entertainment Industry to Church Planting
April 07, 2026 | Alumni
Anthony Powell, MA ’13, DMin ’25, followed his passion for performance and discovered his calling in ministry. Today, he serves as the founding pastor of Redeemed Life Church in Azusa, creating spaces for transformation through both recovery and the arts. “I felt God ask whether I would surrender not just my life, but also my dreams, to the plans He had for me,” said Powell.
Breaking Down Silos: How APU’s Interprofessional Education Prepares Students for Collaborative Healthcare
March 31, 2026 | Behavioral Sciences, CAHST, Health Sciences, Nursing
At APU, equipping students for successful careers means more than just training them in the specialized skills of their chosen fields. It means teaching them how to work together effectively with people from other disciplines. In the real world of healthcare, patient care is never a solo endeavor. To bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world application, APU’s College of Education and Behavioral Sciences, College of Nursing and Health Sciences, and College of Arts, Humanities, Sciences, and Theology hosted a dynamic interprofessional education event.
Alumni Feature: Austin Kramer ’22 Creates Impact Through HealthGoGo
March 27, 2026 | Alumni, Business
Austin Kramer ’22 is a man of many hats. At just 26-years-old, the Azusa Pacific University alumnus is the founder of the digital kiosk network HealthGoGo, executive producer of acquisitions for Redwood Studios, and serves as a business consultant for Beverly Hills Disc and Laser Therapy Center.
Steel Magnolias 1999 and 2026 Casts Share the Power of Sisterhood, Growth, and Impact of God-Centered Storytelling
March 19, 2026 | Alumni, Arts
As APU’s Department of Theater Arts prepares for the opening of their production of Steel Magnolias on Thursday, the value of sisterhood and growth through hardship has been on the minds of many of the current student actors and the alumni of past productions. The alumni of APU’s 1999 production of Steel Magnolias are attending the opening weekend of the show and are looking back on the memories they shared from their time on the stage.
