APU Articles
APU Tackles the STEM Crisis
October 13, 2014
Like the school kid slumped at her desk, eyes averted, palms sweaty, praying that the teacher won’t summon her to the chalkboard, the United States sits at the back of the global classroom fidgeting uncomfortably under the glare of its peers. Once unrivaled as the world’s top producer of research scientists and engineers, and uncontested as the leader of commerce and industry, the U.S. now lags in the critical areas of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), ranking 26th among developed nations in mathematics literacy and 21st in science literacy according to the Program for International Student assessment (PISA).
The Courage to Speak
October 08, 2014
The Science of Creation
October 06, 2014
The latest astronomical breakthrough relating to the origin of the universe rocked the world of science—and affirmed the traditional Judeo-Christian view of a Genesis 1:1 beginning. Announced March 17, 2014, scientists detected evidence for gravitational waves, ripples in the space-time fabric of the universe. Touted as evidence for inflation (the faster-than-the-speed-of-light, early expansion of the newborn universe), the discovery confirms the gravity waves predicted by Einstein’s theory of general relativity and lends credence to the idea of a grand unified theory.
Amazed and Astounded: Sci Fi Pulp Magazine Exhibit Explores Culture
October 02, 2014
Bright colors, bold typography, and whimsical images decorate the glass cases in Azusa Pacific’s Darling Library. Heroes, monsters, and villains alike pose dramatically across magazine covers, promising passersby tales of adventure and fanciful places. Welcome to the world of science fiction pulp magazines.
Gospel Music: Unity Through Diversity
October 02, 2014
Rolling rhythms, pounding beats. Clapping hands, shouts of “Amen!” Gospel music’s distinct sounds draw from traditional African music, African-American slave spirituals, the smooth voices of blues singers, and contemporary worship. For generations, it has brought encouragement to people from all backgrounds. At concerts throughout the year, APU’s Gospel Choir invites diverse audiences of students, faculty, and community members to experience this heartfelt worship.
Going Deep in the Honors College
September 19, 2014
As a student, the term “honors” was never a choice for me. A self-described overachiever, I enrolled in the high school honors program at my alma mater, as any good student with an eye on college would do. I anticipated a similar experience journeying to Azusa Pacific University as a member of the newly formed Honors College. However, what I discovered was a faculty that strives to enhance the learning experience rather than burden students with extra assignments. The Honors College at Azusa Pacific is not another reward or “academic achievement” stamp on a résumé, but rather a genuine opportunity to pursue a more rigorous education.
APU's Night of Champions Celebrates 30 Years of Outreach
July 28, 2014
A Servant's Pursuit of Justice
July 18, 2014
As he enters the courtroom, Mike Hestrin, JD, Riverside County district attorney, senses the pressure of the cases at hand demanding justice. Amidst the courtroom procedures and legal intricacies, one thing remains foremost in his mind: serving the victims and their loved ones. “As district attorney, I seek justice for them and all of society,” said Hestrin.
Double Life
July 14, 2014
On a typical Wednesday evening, Officer David Hedges ’88 of the Santa Barbara Police Department returns home after a long day of work as a detective and burglary investigator. He pulls into his driveway, enjoys dinner with his family, then sits at his desk . . . to work on his screenplay.
The Purposeful Climb: Celebrating 40 Years of Walkabout
June 18, 2014
In summer 1997, as a 19-year-old student, I stood with a 40-pound pack on my back, gazing up at the steep mountainside I was expected to climb in zigzag fashion through a series of seemingly endless switchbacks. I watched as my teammates snaked their way along the trail with such skill and thought, “I don’t know if I can do this.”
APU Opera Supports Local Arts Education
May 13, 2014
Dozens of eager children pour out of packed school buses and into the corridors of Munson Chapel. They are here on campus to see music come alive through the opera.
APU Alumni Share Tips for Life After Graduation
April 29, 2014
The Benefits of Summer Internships
April 25, 2014
