APU Articles

Starting College in the Spring: The Benefits and Challenges

December 12, 2019

You Received Your College Acceptance Letter: Now What?

December 10, 2019

How to Make the Most of Your Professors’ Office Hours

December 05, 2019

Scholarship Application Tips: 5 Ways to Stay on the Right Track

December 03, 2019

Understanding the Financial Aid Package and Why It Matters

November 26, 2019

The college application process requires a number of important steps: Candidates need to present a well-rounded picture of their academic strengths and extracurricular interests as well as their financial standing. For some families, this can feel like a hectic time! Keep in mind that each step is important and will help in determining the right school for your child, including the financial aid process.

5 Tips for Managing Stress in College During Your First Semester

November 21, 2019

Switching Careers: Why a Transition to Teaching Is Worth It

November 20, 2019

APU’s Honors College Recognized as a “Hidden Gem”

November 20, 2019

From students and a professor discussing Aristotle’s philosophy of friendship around a table to afternoons in a library crafting essays on some of history’s greatest books—Azusa Pacific’s Honors College creates a living and learning community, which allows students to engage with life’s biggest questions, preparing the next generation of disciples and leaders. This fall, the American Council of Trustees and Alumni named APU’s Honors College one of five “Hidden Gems” in the nation, recognizing the exceptional value this challenging academic program holds for students.

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Nursing Certifications: 4 Reasons You Should Pursue Them

November 19, 2019

Regenerating a Passion for Science and Music

November 18, 2019

Soul Music: Professor’s Son Inspires His Calling

November 15, 2019

Gentle harmonies mix with the babble of a baby as a husband and wife sing their young son a lullaby before bed—music weaves throughout the family of John Burdett ’01, Ed.D., assistant music professor, director of instrumental studies and bands, playing a central role in their lives. Then, a visit to the pediatrician’s office shook their world of sound and song: the doctor diagnosed their son, Cole, as profoundly deaf. When they received the news, shock flooded their minds.