News Archive
APU Ranked a Best Value in Private Education
December 17, 2010
In the midst of today’s struggling economy, tuition costs may be the deciding factor for those going off to college, making a private education seemingly out of reach. However, recent research from Kiplinger reveals that the actual value of private universities may prove this assumption wrong.
Hope and Faith: Honorary Degrees for Double Major
December 15, 2010
Celebrate Christmas, Celebrate Christ
December 10, 2010
Celebrate Christmas, an APU tradition for more than 20 years, kicked off the evening of Friday, December 3, 2010. Lake Avenue Church in Pasadena decked its halls with Christmas cheer in honor of the concert series. Members of the APU Chamber Singers dressed in Dickens costumes and charmed audience members with Christmas carols in the lobby while members of Men’s Chorale served as valets, and the ladies of Bel Canto Women’s Choir welcomed concertgoers into the sanctuary.
Nearly 700 to Graduate at Azusa Pacific University’s Winter Commencement
December 07, 2010
Expert: Steve Wilkens on the Origins of Santa Claus
December 06, 2010
Senior Art Shows Display Creativity and Artistic Growth
November 19, 2010
From November 15-24, Caroline Craner and Molly Gardner, two senior art majors, hosted art exhibits composed of their own work in the Heritage and Duke Art Galleries. The exhibits, which are required of all graduating art majors, serve as a culmination of their undergraduate education and display the skills they have gained from their time at APU.
$8.4 Million Gift to Establish Accounting Department at Azusa Pacific
November 16, 2010
APU Joins Global Lausanne Celebration
November 15, 2010
The Third Lausanne Congress on World Evangelization closed with a ringing call to the Church. Perhaps the most diverse gathering of Christians in history, the congress brought together more than 4,000 people from 198 nations in Cape Town, South Africa in October. On November 4, Azusa Pacific University hosted a celebration for those who attended on behalf of APU to share their experience with the audience.
Exploring God’s Creation with Outdoor Adventures
November 09, 2010
Nearly every weekend, the program offers fun outings, such as mud caving, kayaking, and backpacking, at discounted rates. Kylynn Richley ‘14, a graphic design major and one of the program’s active members, said, “I love getting away from all the thousands of people and just getting to know a small group of people without distractions.”
A New Vision: Center for Student Action
November 05, 2010
“The whole is better than the sum of its parts,” said Matt Browning, Ed.D., associate vice president of internationalization. He believes that Azusa Pacific University’s new Center for Student Action can effectively bring a collective group of offices together to meet local and international needs.
The Value of APU's Mentoring Programs
November 01, 2010
Although students at APU enjoy the privilege of a 14-to-1 faculty-to-student ratio with professors committed to honoring God First, many find they desire a deeper, one-on-one relationship with a faculty or staff member who will get to know them on a personal level.
Kaleo: More than Just a Name
October 29, 2010
Azusa Pacific University’s newest chapel, Kaleo has been around for less than 10 years, yet it attracts students who will stand in the long line outside UTCC every Wednesday night.
APU—A Real Community College
October 25, 2010
Sabrina Wong is vice president of TeachOverseas, a nonprofit Christian sending agency.
Get to Know Your New Campus Pastors
October 20, 2010
Recently, the Office of the Campus Pastors welcomed two new staff members. Coba Canales ’05 (M.Div. in progress) and Grace Kim, M.Div., now serve APU’s students as assistant campus pastors. Here’s a chance to learn a little about them.
Dallas Willard Speaks at APU
October 14, 2010
On Tuesday, September 28, Azusa Pacific University’s School of Theology welcomed award-winning author and philosopher, Dallas Willard, Ph.D., to speak on campus. Willard gave two lectures in APU’s Upper Turner Campus Center as part of the annual Malcolm R. Robertson Lectureship on Holy Living. More than 400 attended the afternoon lecture, and prior to the lecture, a luncheon with 75 alumni and faculty took place. Willard discussed "Postmodern Holiness: What does it look like?" He urged the audience to ask questions such as, “Is holiness good for you?” According to Willard, many people look at modern holiness and believe that it is about dressing in a certain way or associating with certain people. Willard urged the audience to remember that being holy means being from another realm; “being in the world but not of it.” “We have to move to the inner sources of behavior to understand holiness in terms of external practices.” As an example, Willard spoke about St. Francis of Assisi and St. Ignatius, sharing that above all else, what characterized them was a hunger for God. “Everyone makes mistakes, but where the heart is headed makes the identity of the person.”
Expert: Joel Clifft: New App Teaches Music Theory
October 11, 2010
Clines Named Alums of the Year for 2010
October 11, 2010
Each year, Azusa Pacific University underscores its commitment to Christian service by presenting the Alumni of the Year Award to an alum who has made a deep impact on building God’s Kingdom. This year, APU honors Russ ’86, M.A. ’93, and Gina (McDaniel) Cline ’86 for Distinguished Service to the Church. The Clines’ legacy of service spans more than three decades and influences communities across the globe. From youth ministry to leadership training to humanitarian aide, theirs remains a poignant story of how God can take individual callings and weave them into an impact far greater than ever imagined.
Turning Potential Into Reality: APU’s Answer to College Access
September 27, 2010
Making a Splash
September 20, 2010
Recently, Hewko made a splash with her swimming achievements and claimed the title as APU’s first-ever NAIA All-American swimmer. She captured three NAIA titles, broke a 16-year-old record in one of the races, and helped push the Cougars into an unexpected sixth place finish at the NAIA Swimming and Diving National Championship Meet in March.
City Links: The Expansion of Service
September 07, 2010
Six Tips for Effective Studying
September 03, 2010
Perhaps no word strikes fear into a college student’s heart like this one: exams. Some students are afraid of failure, some don’t set aside enough time for studying, but many put it off until it’s too late simply because they’re not sure how to study effectively (all nighters, anyone?). However, one of the best kept secrets about studying for tests is…preparation! What some students don’t know is that they can take simple steps to help them retain the information they study:
Bringing Opera to APU
July 14, 2010
Galloway took over as the head of the opera program in spring 2009. At the time, the program consisted of one class entitled “Opera Workshop,” which served as rehearsal time for a short opera production. Upon taking over, Galloway pushed for budget and scholarship increases, marketed the program to the entire student body, and gathered a “dream team” staff of music, acting, language, and dance coaches to help students develop not only as vocalists, but as well-rounded artists.
2010 APU Commencement
May 18, 2010
On Saturday, May 8, Azusa Pacific graduate and undergraduate students participated in the university's 100th commencement ceremony since first formal ceremony at APU's predecessor, the Training School for Christian Workers. With more than 1,300 graduates and several thousand friends and family members in attendance there was an excitement and anticipation in the air. At 9 a.m. more than 600 graduate and doctoral students heard from keynote speaker Lee G. Noel, Ph.D., a higher education consultant, who has worked with more than 400 colleges and universities on enrollment and retention effectiveness. In the evening, about 600 undergraduate walked across the stage to receive their long-awaited diploma. Just before lining up to cross the stage, they heard from keynote speaker Raul Reis.
Mexico Outreach Celebrates 40 Years of Ministry
April 23, 2010
On Saturday, April 10, all past participants of Azusa Pacific University's Mexico Outreach were invited to attend a banquet in Upper Turner Campus Center to celebrate the history of this ministry program, which brings together North American churches and APU students for service in Mexico each year.
APU Can Cost Less Than State Schools
April 20, 2010
Expert: Cahleen Shrier: The Science of the Crucifixion
March 29, 2010
APU's Educational Psychology Program Receives NASP Approval
March 12, 2010
New Welcome Center Broadens Campus Tour Experience
March 03, 2010
Women’s Resource Center Empowers, Educates, and Celebrates Women
February 22, 2010
Today’s college students face some substantial gender-specific issues, and it is imperative to provide programs that allow them to learn about and address these problems. The Women’s Resource Center (WRC) at APU provides such resources. Though targeted at undergraduate women, their goal is to educate the entire APU community about a wide range of current women’s issues, empower students to take action, and celebrate women and their unique abilities and accomplishments.
WASC Accreditation Update
February 21, 2010
The task force focusing on international internationalization, led by Jim Adams, Ed.D., executive director of the Center for Global Learning & Engagement (CGLE), discusses goals related to the accreditation process. “One of the most important topics [in our discussions] is student learning outcomes” said Frances Wu-Barone, Ph.D., global learning specialist. “Are they in line with our goals? Can we produce evidence to show we’re accomplishing these goals? These are the types of questions we ask.” The CGLE also plans to launch an annual award recognizing a faculty member dedicated to advancing intentional internationalization in his/her work, as well as develop an assessment system to encourage international and intercultural teaching, learning, and research across disciplines. “Our intentional internationalization vision is as timely now as it was when founder Mary Hill took students abroad to do missionary work. Our task is to provide a variety of accessible and meaningful experiences for students and faculty to explore the world through study, service, and scholarship,” said Adams. The task force continues its discussion and evaluation during this preparation process, and looks forward to intertwining their efforts with the broader university community.
APU Approves New BFA Degree in Cinematic Arts
February 08, 2010
Renovated Wynn Academic Center Addresses APU's Changing Needs
February 08, 2010
The APU community and honored guests gathered to dedicate the Carl E. Wynn Academic Center on Thursday, February 4 with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Formerly the Carl E. Wynn Science Center, the recently renovated 30,000-square-foot building underwent an extensive $4-million remodel, and now enables the university to offer expanded facilities to better serve current and prospective students.
Carlson Brings "Utopian Playground" to APU
January 26, 2010
"In the beginning, God created…" David Carlson, MFA, associate professor in APU's Department of Art, has taken the creative spirit in these first five words of Genesis and applied it to the artisan world. This creativity was evidenced in his most recent art show, "Utopian Playground," which opened in the Duke Art Gallery on January 19.
In the News: Azusa Pacific Alumnus Rescued in Haiti
January 19, 2010
New Amphitheater on East Campus
November 20, 2009
This fall, as renovations took place to transition the former Wynn Science Center to become the new Wynn Academic Center on East Campus, the university also made room for a large, open-air amphitheater behind the building, formerly the location of the science "bowl." This will be APU's first formal amphitheater, designed to facilitate community in the outdoors and encourages students to gather together.
In the News: APU Professor Talks Science and Space Exploration
August 05, 2009
Summer Missions
May 13, 2009
Summer usually entices college students to think of a long stretch of warm weather, vacations or summer jobs, and a much needed break from the busy world of papers and projects.
Notes from the Field: Mexico Outreach Part 2
April 09, 2009
Matt Browning, associate vice president for internationalization, called from Ensenada this morning to share that it's a cold day today, but the teams are doing well and meeting many needs within the Mexicali and Ensenada communities. Earlier this week, Azusa Pacific Mexico Outreach staff met with local government officials, including Laura Valdez, wife of Mexicali Mayor Rodolfo Valdez, who expressed her encouragement and support for the service that is meeting community needs.
The Individual in History
March 20, 2009
The Los Angeles County Office of Education hosted the annual History Day L.A. on March 14 at Azusa Pacific. Youth from across Los Angeles County attended to compete in this history-based learning experience.
Is Happiness a Serious Problem?
March 10, 2009
“Happy people make the world a better place.” Such truth is difficult to come by and even more difficult to accept, yet author Dennis Prager proved happier than ever as he shared that statement and similar ideas about happiness on February 26 when he arrived to speak at Azusa Pacific University. Prager spoke about the core ideas of his book, Happiness is a Serious Problem: a Human Nature Repair Manual, and made it clear that this was more than a light and carefree topic saying, “everyone has a moral obligation to be happy.”
APU's Top 10 Local Hot Spots
March 02, 2009
“What are you doing this weekend?” is a common question you hear students ask on Fridays. Whether you're an incoming freshman, or a current APU student, there are many fun-filled options in the area to help you relieve stress and take a break from studying. Here is a list of the Top 10 APU Hot Spots in no particular order.
In the News: APU Named Top Peace Corps Producer
February 27, 2009