APU Articles
NSF-Funded STEM Scholarship Launches First-Gen College Students into Promising Careers
April 13, 2021
Graduates with degrees in STEM fields—science, technology, engineering, and mathematics—are in high demand. But low-income, first-generation college students often face barriers as they work to complete their degrees in these areas.
Creative Careers That Don’t Require Traditional Art Skills
April 08, 2021
Preparing for College After a Gap Year
April 06, 2021
In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, 2021 is likely to see an extraordinary number of gap year students entering college for the first time—perhaps the largest ever. Additionally, some students may be returning to college after taking a gap year or gap semester. If you’re a student who is getting ready to transition into, or back into, college life after a gap year, here’s how to overcome common challenges and prepare for a successful year.
Why You Should Have a College Mentor (and How to Find One)
April 01, 2021
Want to know how to greatly increase your odds of success during college? Study hard? Of course. Get on-the-job training? Absolutely. But many students miss a surprisingly significant factor in their success—a college mentor.
How to Use Canvas in the Remote Learning Environment
March 30, 2021
Navigating a remote learning environment for your online class or program offers a high level of access to your course information, but sometimes learning a new education platform can feel overwhelming. Between understanding how your online course management platform works, knowing what resources are available, and discovering how to best communicate with your professors and other students, there’s a lot to learn.
Creating a Sustainable Financial Enterprise
March 25, 2021
A recent survey of 300 American college and university presidents found that long-term financial viability was a top-cited concern. The pandemic has shaken the financial foundations of many colleges, though the full extent of the impact remains difficult to assess. Prior to COVID-19, the national enrollment landscape and programmatic trends were already shifting, magnified even more so in California, where institutions serve highly diverse student populations and grapple with accessibility and affordability issues.
Benefits of Adding a Business Microcredential
March 23, 2021
In the fast-moving and highly competitive field of business, new graduates need to stand out to get ahead. Adding a business microcredential to your degree can enhance your business skills—and may help you differentiate yourself. In addition to the knowledge you can glean from a credential, it could offer a competitive advantage in obtaining jobs after graduation.
Using Biblical Lament to Fight Racism
March 18, 2021
Where to Find Private Scholarships for College
March 16, 2021
When exploring ways to pay for college, there are many options for funding, such as the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and university scholarships. You can also pursue private scholarships.
Becoming a Recognized Leader in Technology and Data Management
March 11, 2021
The words of Proverbs ring just as true today as they did nearly 3,000 years ago during the reign of King Solomon, and they apply not only to individuals, but also to organizations. Through Proverbs 9:10 (NIV), we are given the ultimate recipe for life: “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.” We are also given the recipe for success in 3:13 (NIV): “Blessed are those who find wisdom, those who gain understanding.” Indeed, to understand, we need wisdom (4:7, NASB): “The beginning of wisdom is: Acquire wisdom; And with all your acquiring, get understanding.” So then, this begs the question: How does one acquire wisdom? It begins with the acquisition of knowledge: “The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge, for the ears of the wise seek it out” (Proverbs 18:15, NIV).
APU’s Virtual Campus Experience: How to Get Connected
March 10, 2021
What to Look for in a First-Year College Experience
March 04, 2021
Your first-year college experience is significant—it’s the time you grow as an individual, plant your roots, and become part of new communities. Building strong connections in college enables you to create long-lasting relationships and pave the road for graduation and future career exploration.
Building a Transformational and Collaborative University
February 25, 2021
A 10-minute drive from the Azusa campus transports the traveler into the middle of the Angeles National Forest, with its foothills full of biodiversity and meandering rivers. These rivers and the surrounding landscape transform and adapt over time due to the natural process of erosion, sedimentation, and even forest fires. Back on the APU campus, our rich university ecosystem includes a diverse community of faculty, staff, and students, representing different backgrounds, experiences, talents, and expressions of the Kingdom of God. In light of this unique institutional tapestry, APU is proactively responding to our ever-changing environment by transforming practices, process, and, in turn, people who impact the world for Christ.
How Telehealth Services Support Graduate and Professional Students
February 23, 2021
If you’re a graduate or professional student, you’re probably balancing work, family, and school obligations, while also taking care of your personal and mental health. Understandably, it can be overwhelming to manage all these different aspects of your life. Assistance is within reach!
An APU Nursing Graduate on the Frontlines of COVID-19
February 18, 2021
