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Student Spotlight: Rachel Presby ’26 Uses Knowledge as Power to Create Compelling Characters on Stage

December 18, 2025 | Arts, Honors College

Rachel Presby ’26 started acting when she was five and has since turned her passion into a way to glorify God and explore the importance of humanity and education.

Rachel Presby smiles for a picture

APU Institute for Faith, Leadership, and Service Partners with Redeemed Life Church to Support the Arts

December 16, 2025

The Institute for Faith, Leadership, and Service has partnered with Redeemed Life Church of Azusa through the Synergistic Congregations Grant to help bridge the gap between faith and the workplace through the arts.

Members of Redeemed Life Church participate in a hip hop dance class.

Adam Cozens ’06 Fosters Community Through Comedy

December 11, 2025 | Alumni

Adam Cozens ’06 is a comedian who has entertained audiences through his work on programs like Saturday Night Live, MTV, The Daily Devo Show, and in a variety of other venues for years. Through connecting with classmates, fellow writers, and his local community, Cozens has followed his dreams and creative calling.

Adam Cozens performs a comedy act

Student Spotlight: Daniel Medley ’25 Explores His Faith Through Art and Storytelling

December 10, 2025 | Arts

Senior Daniel Medley ’25 reflected on how APU has transformed him personally, spiritually, and academically. He has a love for art and a passion for bringing people together which he hopes to pursue after graduation.

Daniel Medley smiles while holding one of his art pieces.

APU Kinesiology Prepares Students to Provide Holistic Care on More Than 30 Career Paths

December 09, 2025 | Health Sciences

With graduates in more than 30 career paths, three pathways to tailor students’ education, and four professional certifications students can earn within program courses before graduation, Azusa Pacific University's undergraduate kinesiology program equips students to have practical knowledge and applicable field skills to succeed after graduation

Kinesiology students using technology and testing equipment

Students Find Their Voices in APU’s Preaching Lab

December 04, 2025 | Parents, Theology

APU’s Institute for Faith, Leadership, and Service formed the Preaching Lab, with five cohorts running from 2024-28. Led by Annelyse Thomas, MDiv, the Preaching Lab supports and encourages preaching gifts of students to help them proclaim the Gospel to a variety of audiences in more engaging and effective ways.

Three students in APU's preaching lab smile alongside Annelyse Thomas.

Student Spotlight: Hannah Frey ’26 Pays Forward the Support She Received at APU into Her Career

December 03, 2025 | Health Sciences

Hannah Frey '26 received lots of support from her teammates, coach, family, and professors in her undergraduate and graduate time at APU. She will graduate from the Masters in Child Life program this December and begin her new job as the Emergency Department/Urgent Care Child Life Specialist at Colorado Children’s Hospital.

Hannah Frey outside in her APU graduation cap and gown.

APU’s Marketing Program Equips Students for a Constantly Evolving Profession

December 02, 2025 | Business

Through real-world application, connection opportunities, and faculty mentorship, APU’s marketing programs prepare students for the reality of the business world.

Large group of students stand by presentation, smiling.

Student Resources: APU Office of Accessibility and Disability Resources Supports All Students

November 25, 2025

APU’s Office of Accessibility and Disability Resources (ADR) supports undergraduate, graduate, and professional students from any of APU’s campuses by providing long or short term accommodations regarding physical, emotional, or academic challenges.

ADR staff members tabling to spread awareness about the ADR.

Love Is in the House

November 24, 2025 | Business, Honors College, Parents

One of the Four Cornerstones upon which Azusa Pacific is built is Community, and perhaps no student embodies that Cornerstone better than Luke Rockney ’27, a business management and Honors humanities double major.

Luke Rockney smiles in front of the Wynn Ampitheater.