APU Articles
APU Students Share Passion for the Environment with Azusa Community
November 30, 2018
The sun peaks over the San Gabriel Mountains on an early fall morning as a team of APU students and Azusa Mayor Joseph Rocha hike the trails of the Azusa Canyon, stooping down to pick up trash abandoned in the dust or tangled in the mountain shrubbery. As the sun climbs higher in the sky, the group collects more than two dozen large trash bags full of plastic, paper, cans, bottles, and Styrofoam.
Scholarships for Transfer Students: 3 Ways to Find Funds
November 29, 2018
Have you been thinking about transferring to a college that’s a better fit for you? Enrolling at a new school doesn’t mean you have to restart your entire degree program from scratch. In fact, not only can you transfer credits to stay on track to graduate, you can also find scholarships for transfer students that will help pay for tuition and other educational costs.
Careers in the Games Industry Have Moved Beyond Entertainment
November 27, 2018
Pursuing a Ministry Career? 3 Reasons You Need a Mentor
November 23, 2018
Anyone who has pursued a career Christian ministry knows that it’s an incredibly fulfilling—and occasionally challenging— assignment. Long hours and extensive criticism come with the job, yet ministry is also one of the most rewarding career fields.
Seven Must-Know Places on APU’s Campus
November 20, 2018
There’s a saying that nothing worth having ever comes easy, and that can certainly be true while working toward your degree. During your college experience, you may need some extra support. That’s why Azusa Pacific offers resources that can help you throughout the academic year, whether you are an undergraduate or graduate student. From getting advice on your academic plan to taking care of your physical health at the Student Health Center, the resources on APU’s campus are available to help you make the most of your experience and reach your full potential. Here are seven of the must-know places on the APU campus:
How to Transfer Colleges Successfully and Stay on Track to Graduate
November 17, 2018
There are many valid reasons why students choose to transfer colleges at some point in their academic career. Whether it’s to advance from community college to a four-year university, to move closer to family, or any other reason, it is important for students to find the school that is the right fit for them.
Student Journalists Gain a Professional Work Space with the New Convergent Media Center
November 16, 2018
This fall welcomed a new era for journalism and public relations students at Azusa Pacific with the opening of a Convergent Media Center on West Campus.
Craft a Career Path with a Master’s in Art Education
November 15, 2018
Family Holiday Traditions: How to Adjust When You Have a Child in College
November 14, 2018
Many families have beloved traditions when it comes to celebrating the holidays and annual milestones like birthdays. For parents or guardians with a child away at college, it’s common to wonder how family holiday traditions might change. If this sounds like you, rest assured it’s an entirely normal experience—and part of your student’s personal growth.
Sophomore Year of College: Making the Most of It
November 13, 2018
Sophomore year of college is a critical time for students. The excitement and extensive support programs experienced during freshman year may now feel familiar, but students are not yet considered upperclassmen. Exposure to varied subject matter can be refreshing but also introduce doubt and lead to changes in major programs and uncertainty in career trajectory. All of this reflection is beneficial to the liberal arts-minded student. However, it can also lead to the so-called “sophomore slump.”
RN to BSN Online Programs: Why You Should Advance Your Career
November 10, 2018
Study Abroad Tips: 4 Common Questions from Families
November 08, 2018
When it comes to putting learning into practice before graduation, there’s no better experience than studying abroad. Spending time (and completing coursework) in another country helps students apply what they’ve learned in the classroom and gain real-world experience that enhances their cultural competency.
What Is the Forever GI Bill and How Will It Impact Veteran Education Benefits?
November 07, 2018
Of the 200,000 servicemembers who leave the military each year, will enroll in college, according to Student Veterans of America. However, thanks to the passing of recent legislation, that statistic is likely to change.
Getting a Bachelor’s Degree: 4 Paths to Graduation Day
November 06, 2018
Every student is unique. That’s why no two paths toward getting a bachelor’s degree look exactly alike. This has always been true, but is even more so today—students currently have more options than ever before as they work toward graduation day.
What Is a Liberal Arts Education?
November 01, 2018
