APU Articles
Building a Career in Chemistry After Graduation
April 17, 2018
Finding Your Tribe: Making Friends in College
April 14, 2018
When I started my freshman year of college, I was ecstatic. I loved my roommate, I lived in a great hall, and I enjoyed my classes. I had an idyllic picture in my head of what the next four years would be like: lots of late-night adventures, cute photos, and instantly making friends. However, my journey did not end up looking exactly like that picture.
What International Students Bring to the College Experience
April 12, 2018
Whether you’re moving across the city or across the country to attend college, your peers are likely to come from a broad array of places. Not only will they have different life experiences and favorite sports teams, many may have cultural backgrounds that you have not encountered before.
Tips from an Admissions Representative: How AP Scores Are Really Viewed
April 10, 2018
Applying to college can be a bit nerve-racking—especially when you don’t know who you are going up against or what admissions representatives are looking for, exactly. Do they want to see impressive AP scores, or would they rather see hours of community involvement?
5 Reasons Why You Don’t Need a Car Freshman Year
April 05, 2018
You’ve probably been told why you don’t need a car freshman year. Many schools don’t allow freshmen to bring cars in an effort to keep students on campus and involved in school. While you may not love this rule, there are a number of benefits.
Stuck on the College Waitlist? Here's What to Know
March 31, 2018
When students are anticipating their college acceptance letters, no one is prepared for a letter that says, “Congratulations! You made it on the college waitlist.” However, this could be a great opportunity to slow down and re-evaluate goals and options.
Why You Should Visit the Career Center Early On
March 29, 2018
Educator Hiring Fair: Bringing Teaching Jobs and Networking Opportunities to the Community
March 26, 2018
With a persistent teacher shortage in California, qualified educators continue to be in high demand. On March 3, Azusa Pacific University’s School of Education hosted its annual Educator Hiring Fair to connect area school districts and education-related employers with those seeking teaching jobs or roles in administration or pupil personnel services.
4 Benefits of Working Through College (Besides the Money)
March 22, 2018
Tony Bancroft Brings APU Animation Program to Life
March 21, 2018
What I Wish I Knew: Get to Know Your Resident Advisor
March 20, 2018
One element of on-campus living is the resident advisor (RA). These students are highly trained, caring, and energetic; prepared to take on any challenge with gusto, snacks, and a smile. RAs do everything that a normal student does—live next door to you, go to class, stay up late to finish homework—and fulfill dozens of additional tasks that go along with this position. “A successful RA is organized, courageous, outgoing, diligent, determined, and manages time well,” said Jaeda Smith ‘19, acting for the stage and screen major, and an RA in Azusa Pacific University’s University Village. “Some days it is tempting to do the bare minimum, but I remind myself that even a smile could be the necessary encouragement that one of my residents needs to make it through their day.”
How to Change Your Major in College
March 19, 2018
How to Approach the College Process for Students With Additional Needs
March 17, 2018
If your student had an individualized education program, or IEP, in high school and is now preparing for college, you may be wondering how their additional needs will be met and what you can do to help. It’s important for both you and your child to be prepared, as the process you experienced during their high school years is likely to be different when your student goes to college.
