APU Articles
Respect, Dignity, and Justice: Getting at the Heart of Title IX
October 31, 2018
“There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.” Galatians 3:28 ESV
APU Women’s Soccer Team Scores a New Coach
October 26, 2018
Since winning the NAIA National Championship in 1998, Azusa Pacific University women’s soccer has become a model of consistent excellence. Throughout the past 20 years, the Cougars have won nearly 85 percent of their games, going 315-53-30; have finished first or second in conference play 18 times, winning 13 conference championships; have garnered numerous scholar-athlete honors; and have graduated myriad difference makers who are impacting their world.
Former Atheist Uses Reason to Find God
October 25, 2018
Josh Rasmussen, Ph.D., is a professor in the Department of Philosophy who specializes in analytic metaphysics with a focus on basic categories of reality, such as objects, ideas, and necessary existence. Rasmussen describes himself as “a truth-seeker at heart who values collaboration across disciplines and perspectives.” His pursuit of truth and reality led him first to atheism, then, ultimately, back to God.
ROTC Benefits: The Financial and Personal Advantages of Participation
October 25, 2018
The Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) program has been present on college campuses for more than a century and is currently offered at more than 1,700 colleges and universities. While some programs are larger or better known than others, each institution offers its own opportunities, in addition to the common advantages of being part of the program.
TRIO Program Provides Pathways for First-Generation Student Success
October 24, 2018
What am I doing here? Do I even fit in? How do I pay for this? First-generation college students struggle with questions others may take for granted.
California’s Biotech Industry Boom and What It Could Mean for You
October 23, 2018
Building Resilience: Leading the Effort to Strengthen Homes and Communities Against Disasters
October 22, 2018
When Roy E. Wright ’96 visited Montecito, California, the coastal town had just been rocked by the natural-disaster equivalent of a one-two punch. The Thomas fire raged through the area in December 2017, leaving a swath of structural damage in its wake, but a stealthy—and deadly—second threat arrived in January, when heavy seasonal rains transformed recently scorched earth into fast-moving mudflows. With 21 lives lost and widespread damage, the toll was astronomical.
How to Find an Internship That Boosts Your Résumé
October 20, 2018
A 2017 study by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) found that along with a high GPA, partaking in multiple internships throughout college enables students to secure employment—or enter graduate school—within six months of graduation. Internships offer a great opportunity to gain experience and get your foot in the door, but sometimes it can be tough to find one that aligns with your future career goals.
Staying on Campus for Thanksgiving Break? Here are 5 Fun Things to Do
October 20, 2018
When you’re away at college, sometimes you can’t go home for the holidays. Maybe work, athletic commitments, or simply the price of a plane ticket is holding you back. If that’s you this year, and you’re wondering what to do on campus for Thanksgiving break, here are five ideas that might just make up for missing your mom’s famous pumpkin pie.
Do I Need to Attend Graduate Degree Information Meetings?
October 19, 2018
Curious about whether it’s necessary—or even worth it—for you to attend a graduate degree information meeting when you’re considering starting a graduate program? Rest assured, it definitely is!
Husband-Wife Team Builds Homes and Designs them with Purpose
October 17, 2018
From practical to posh, home designers often create living spaces based on current trends and common appeal, but Brett Phillips, M.A. ’08, and his wife, Kara—owners of real estate and building company —favor philosophy over the latest fashions. Guided by the motto “Where purpose is lived,” the Texas-based design team focuses on the occupants, believing that people should feel like they truly belong in their home.
CSET and CBEST Prep: Tips for Success
October 16, 2018
If you’re thinking about becoming a teacher, one of the first steps in getting certified to teach at public schools in the state of California is meeting the California Basic Skills Requirement and California Subject Matter Requirement. Both requirements are set by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing, and historically most individuals met them by passing the California Basic Skills Test (CBEST) and the California Subject Examinations for Teachers (CSET). The Basic Skills Requirement ensures an individual has general knowledge of mathematics, reading, and writing. The Subject Matter Requirement ensures an individual is proficient in the subject matter of their intended credential.
Teaching Credentials: Deciding Which One Is Right for You
October 12, 2018
The decision to pursue a teaching credential and enter the classroom as a teacher is a noble calling. In California, a shortage of teachers—particularly in key subject areas like math, science, and special education—means following that calling is more important than ever. But which credential is right for you?
APU’s Regional Campus Experience Provides a Sense of Community, Capability
October 11, 2018
The regional campus experience at Azusa Pacific University spans seven locations throughout Southern California—but the number of locations and different programs offered are just a small part of what makes the APU community at each campus so special.
College Tuition Costs: Why Most Students Don’t Pay Sticker Price
October 09, 2018
