APU Articles
Asking for a Letter of Recommendation for College: 4 Steps to Success
May 12, 2020
Nothing helps an application stand out more than a great letter of recommendation for college. Of course, a good GPA and personal essay are important as well. But strong letters of recommendation give colleges insight into the type of person you are, your character, and who you might become at their university.
A School Psychologist Shares 5 Ways to Help Kids Cope During a Crisis
May 08, 2020
As a parent, you work hard to make sure your child knows they are safe and supported at all times. Talking with kids about Coronavirus is new parenting territory, but there are many evidence-based communication and coping strategies you can apply in your home today.
6 Tips for Teaching Online from an Ed Tech Expert
April 29, 2020
Guiding students in an online environment looks and feels different from a face-to-face classroom, but the opportunities for learning are rich and plentiful.
Mental and Spiritual Wellness for College Students Navigating a New Normal
April 28, 2020
As a college student, you’ve been adapting to a completely new situation while continuing your studies. Chances are, you could benefit from taking steps to protect your mental and spiritual wellbeing during this season.
APU Offers Flexibility and Support to Future Students During COVID-19
April 27, 2020
As you gear up for the next chapter of your life in the midst of this challenging time, Azusa Pacific University is committed to making your college transition as smooth as possible by extending the deposit deadline and providing a variety of virtual resources to assist you.
Fighting Food Insecurity at College
April 23, 2020
As part of APU’s COVID-19 response, an on-campus food pantry is available for APU students in the Adams Hall Lounge on Tuesdays from 4-6 p.m. and Wednesdays/Fridays from 10 a.m.-noon, when students can pick up food items. The pantry is also open during those times to receive donations of non-perishable goods. For information, email [email protected].
Supporting Your Student Through Stress in College
April 22, 2020
As a parent or guardian, it can be challenging to watch your child struggle with stress in college. You want to support them, and you also want to allow them to learn how to navigate stressful situations. It can be hard to find the right balance, but it’s necessary.
Environmental Impact: How You Can Help
April 21, 2020
For the Creation Care Council at Azusa Pacific University, paying attention to (and working to reduce) the environmental impact on campus isn’t a pet project or a trendy topic. It’s a spiritual issue of stewardship—and an act of compassion built upon biblical principles.
Setting Up a Functional Work Space at Home for College Students
April 18, 2020
If you’re a college student like me, or someone who is working from home in another capacity, it is important to make sure that you have a functional work space. As you dive into classwork and online sessions with your peers and faculty, your productivity can be enhanced or diminished by your surroundings.
Student Experience: Pursuing Medical Missions with a Kinesiology Degree
April 17, 2020
While pursuing her kinesiology degree at APU, Suzann Lee ’19 found God’s purpose for her in caring for people and experienced a new calling to take part in medical missions. Although her major focused largely on the physical, she also developed a deep appreciation for bringing hope to those in need.
Jason Richardson ’10 Lands Deal on Shark Tank
April 15, 2020
Azusa Pacific University alumnus Jason Richardson ’10 walked onto the set of ABC’s “Shark Tank,” with his heart pounding and adrenaline coursing through his veins. “That was probably the most nerve wracking moment of my life, other than proposing to my wife,” he said. Despite the high stakes and pressure, Richardson artfully delivered his business pitch to the celebrity judges and a television audience of millions, negotiating his way to a deal with a spectacular finish.