Strike Up the Band (March 23):The first community concert held in the Felix Event Center, the legendary Ralph Carmichael
and His Big Band Orchestra drew a transgenerational crowd which delighted in his swing
music and Gospel tunes.
Test of Scrutiny (March 26-29):The Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC, now WSCUC) visits APU to assess
the institution’s commitment to excellence. The WASC team praises the university’s
progress and challenges the university community to remain true to its core values.
Pomp and Circumstance (May 5):The class of 2001 walks across the platform toward careers that will make a Kingdom
difference.
City Links: A Community at Work:APU joins the Azusa community in an effort to beautify the town while building relationships
in the first annual City Links. A new level of partnership is realized as the students
and local community members collaborate to work on projects at several elementary
schools and local parks. The day concluded with a celebration at Memorial Park with
food and entertainment.
