APU Articles
Kendall Hood: My Art Connects Me to God
August 04, 2022
When Kendall Hood ‘25 decided to take a gap year after graduating from high school in 2020, it was truly a leap of faith. Hood had a dream on the line: She wanted to pursue a career in animation and felt that the best place to do that was a Christian university with an animation program led by professors with significant experience in the industry. Azusa Pacific University fit that bill perfectly. “During my gap year, I prayed and prayed that God would call me to APU, but it was way out of my family’s budget,” she said. “My dreams came true when I found out that I had received a Trustee’s Scholarship. I felt like it was a sign from God. I couldn’t do it on my own strength. He opened the door for me. Now it’s my job to continue pursuing my dream by working hard and doing all that I can.”
Tips for Success: How to Ask for Advice from a Professor
August 01, 2022
Knowing how to ask for advice from a professor can be crucial to your overall college success. Learning to communicate with your professors is a valuable skill that can help you long after graduation!
Innovative Learning Assistant Program Provides Peer Support to Increase Student Success
July 26, 2022
One of the biggest challenges for students entering college is figuring out how to succeed in rigorous classes that push their learning abilities. Even introductory courses can cause students to struggle if they don’t have proper support to help them learn. After class, they can seek tutoring or attend office hours, but how can they get extra help during class when they’re confused and need assistance? A team of Azusa Pacific University faculty including Bradley McCoy, PhD; Elijah Roth, PhD; Marian Saleh, MA, MS; Kevin Sheng-Lin Huang, PhD; Sharon McCathern, PhD; and Tom Allbaugh,PhD; received a $30,000 award as part of the President’s Scholarship Enhancement Grant to develop a learning assistant program, providing a solution to this challenge.
Scholarship Application Essay: 14 Tips to Make Yours Shine
July 25, 2022
Scholarships are a great way to offset the cost of a college education, so it’s smart to apply for as many as you can. Many of them require a scholarship application essay or a personal statement. What you write and how you express yourself can be crucial in catching the interest of the scholarship judges. These 14 tips can help you write strong essays that will improve your odds of being awarded valuable financial support.
Campus Sustainability: How to Be Green in College
July 22, 2022
Campus sustainability is an opportunity for college students to practice being better stewards of the earth God created. According to a recent study, 97 percent of upcoming college students are deeply committed to caring for their world and want to support campus sustainability efforts as much as possible.
First-Generation College Student: 4 Ways Parents Can Support Their Journey
July 20, 2022
As a parent, you can take steps to give your child the tools they’ll need to thrive as a first-generation college student. Here are four ways to help them on their education journey.
Managing Finances in College: Learning Essential Skills
July 18, 2022
The Benefits of Same-Day Admissions Events
July 15, 2022
APU’s University Counseling Center Offers Summer Workshops for Students and Families
July 14, 2022
This summer, Azusa Pacific University’s University Counseling Center (UCC) will host workshops for current and incoming students, parents, and families to prepare for a successful academic year when fall classes begin. The workshops themed, “Building Resiliency,” offer effective tools for thriving on campus when faced with adversity.
Criminal Justice Major: Integrating Christian Faith into Your Studies
July 12, 2022
Azusa Pacific University gives you a unique opportunity to integrate your faith into the criminal justice field.
Upholding a Legacy of Service: APU’s Summer 2022 Missions
June 30, 2022
The Center for Student Action at Azusa Pacific University is committed to mobilizing and educating students toward transformational and Christ-centered service—locally, nationally, and internationally. During the summer of 2022, CSA sent approximately 90 students to 12 countries across the globe—exemplifying APU’s dedication to service and outreach.
Assessing the Positive Impact of Christian Colleges
June 29, 2022
Each year, many students across the U.S. make the decision to pursue their degrees at Christian universities. Many factors play a role in this decision, including recognizing the lasting value and impact of a Christian higher education experience.
