APU Articles - Azusa Pacific University

2013

May
Graphics Center and Bakery Move into the Community May 20, 2013 by University Relations APU's graphic center and bakery move off campus and provide creative, professional design services and gourmet baking to the local community in addition to APU faculty, staff, and students.
Principled Leadership May 20, 2013 by Evelyn Barge APU's School of Education prepares the next generation of professional, caring educators to make a difference in the lives of students across the United States.
Body, Mind, and Soul: The APU Triple Advantage May 20, 2013 by Chris Baker APU's athletic program combines athletic success paired with outstanding achievement, boasting students who show excellence both when training for the next game and studying for the next test.
Meet APU Alumna Carmen Roth ’12 May 16, 2013 by Bethany Wagner '14 Carmen Roth ’12, recipient of the Ronald Outstanding Graduating Senior Award, APU’s highest student recognition, lives a life infused with a love for nature, academics, people, and most of all, God.
APU’s Joel Clifft Releases Updated Version of Music App May 16, 2013 by Kimberly Rios '13 As college campuses across the nation integrate technology into classroom lectures, Joel Clifft, DMA, helps to bring the classroom to technology.
Psychology Professor Provides Clues about Autism Causality through Birth Order Study May 13, 2013 by University Relations APU professor Loren Martin, Ph.D., publishes groundbreaking research on the relationship between autism and birth order, shedding light on possible causes of autism.
APU Collaborates to Promote Literacy and Health Education May 6, 2013 by University Relations APU teams up with the Azusa City Library to present Health Literacy Learning, a program offering free courses in basic English skills in the context of health education to local adults with low literacy levels.
The Coming Crisis: Helping Families Care for Their Aging Parents May 6, 2013 by Brian E. Eck Thousands face the challenges that come with caring for aging parents. Brian E. Eck, Ph.D., offers insights to help people give their parents the support they need to live with security and dignity.
April
Azusa Tutoring Programs Celebrate Successful Year April 29, 2013 by Rachel White The eighth annual Year-End Celebration for Azusa Writes, Reads, and Counts honored the student, parent, and tutor participants in community programs sponsored by Azusa Pacific University.
Business Study Abroad Program Awarded Grant April 29, 2013 by University Relations APU received a grant funding the John Leighton Stuart Scholars program, a summer study abroad initiative for undergraduate students to live, study, and intern in China.
APU Hosts Resource Fair for Local Service Members April 24, 2013 by Kimberly Rios '13 On Saturday, April 6, former and current military members from across the San Gabriel Valley gathered at Azusa Pacific University for the first annual Military and Veteran Resource Fair.
Revisiting Life Behind the Berlin Wall April 22, 2013 by Bethany Wagner '14 Jim Willis, Ph.D., professor in the Department of Communication Studies, offers a reminder of the danger of oppression and value of freedom by retelling the stories of the people trapped behind the Berlin Wall.
APU Finds New Ways to Go Green April 22, 2013 by Brianne Martin '13 Earth Day serves as a reminder of the importance of environmental stewardship, and APU continues to find new ways to encourage the university community to go green.
Keeping History Alive April 22, 2013 by University Relations APU's Keeping History Alive (KHA) program bolsters K–12 history and social science education by awarding grants to Los Angeles County teachers to enrich their students' learning.
China's Explosive Economy: Help or Harm? April 22, 2013 by Stuart C. Strother In light of the rising success of the Chinese economy, the United States can celebrate with China, assist her in her development, and learn from her wise treatment of consumption and investment in the future.
APU Unveils Knowledge Over Time Mural April 17, 2013 by Rachel White As the world celebrates the 500th anniversary of Michelangelo’s frescoes on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, Azusa Pacific University students created their own masterpiece that pays homage to his most famous panel, “The Creation of Adam.”
Music, Theater, and Art Converge at The Seven Last Words of Christ Event April 15, 2013 by University Relations The School of Music; Department of Theater, Film, and Television; and Department of Art and Design joined forces for the Seven Last Words of Christ event, an evening of music, theater, and art commemorating Christ's death and resurrection.
APU Brings Real-world Finance Simulation to Local High School Students April 8, 2013 by University Relations APU students teamed up with the Azusa Unified School District and the Southern California Edison Federal Credit Union (SCE FCU) Foundation to teach important money management skills to local teens.
Depth of Field April 8, 2013 by Caitlin Gipson APU faculty merge impressive credentials, rich experience, care for students, and transformative faith as they conduct world-changing research, inspire learning, and empower students to make a difference in their disciplines.
APU Hosts U.S. Poet Laureate April 1, 2013 by University Relations APU welcomed Robert Pinsky, Ph.D., former United States Poet Laureate and one of America's most beloved poets, to present a sampling of his powerful, imaginative poems as part of the James L. Hedges Distinguished Lecture Series.
March
Celebrating Diversity, Worshipping in Unity March 26, 2013 by Bethany Wagner '14 Gospel Sing 2013 drew top gospel groups, along with faculty, staff, students, and off-campus guests for worship centered around this year’s theme “Sounds of Unity”
God at the Oscars March 25, 2013 by Gary Black Jr. The subject of God permeated this year's Oscar-nominated films, illustrated by the powerful testimonies found in stories like Les Miserables and Life of Pi.
The Price of Perfection March 11, 2013 by Georgeann Halburian Ikuma APU alum Irene Ortiz-Glass '93, successful corporate executive, accepted God's unwavering grace after battling addiction and learned what it truly means to succeed.
Why Do We Study Abroad? March 8, 2013 by Brendon Cadmen '14 More and more students are making academic pilgrimages to other countries, cultures, and environments. What is it that makes studying abroad so appealing?
Azusa Pacific University Focuses on Making a “Greener” Campus March 6, 2013 by Kimberly Rios '13 As businesses and individuals across the country focus on ways they can help the environment, Azusa Pacific University is doing its part and working to make the university campus as environmentally friendly as possible.
Students Recognized for Excellence in Filmmaking March 5, 2013 by Brianne Martin '13 Eight Azusa Pacific University student films receive honors from the Broadcast Education Association’s 2013 Festival of Media Arts.
Cougar Interview—Captain (Ret.) Gabe Higerd '06 March 4, 2013 by University Relations APU alumnus Captain (Ret.) Gabe Higer '06 returns to his alma mater as APU'S ROTC instructor after faithfully serving in the United States Army for five years.
February
Empowered to Hope February 18, 2013 by Evelyn Barge APU alumnus Don Rogers '81 fights poverty and transforms lives across Africa through Empowering Lives International (ELI).
Crystal Munoz ’12 Crowned Miss California Latina February 12, 2013 by Bethany Wagner Alum Crystal Munoz '12 makes transformative changes in the community as recently crowned Miss California Latina 2013.
Establishing A College Connection February 12, 2013 by Brianne Martin '13 Connections, an annual preview day event hosted by APU's Office of Multi-Ethnic Programs, encourages underrepresented high school students to attend college by giving them a personalized glimpse of the APU community.
Hands Across Azusa Joins Together City Residents and APU Students to Celebrate Unity February 8, 2013 by Kimberly Rios '13 On Sunday, January 20, Azusa City Hall’s front lawn bustled with activity as residents of all ages and backgrounds came together to celebrate the 11th annual Hands Across Azusa.
Meet Skyler Russell '13, Photographer and Adventure-Seeker February 4, 2013 by Bethany Wagner Biblical studies major and skilled photographer Skyler Russell ’13 traverses the globe, capturing his adventures through the lens of his camera and firmly trusting in God while embracing risk.
New College Unites Music and the Arts February 4, 2013 by University Relations The School of Music and Departments of Art and Design, and Theater, Film, and Television join forces in fall 2013 to form the new College of Music and the Arts, enhancing collaboration and creativity among the students of all three disciplines.
Called to the Show February 4, 2013 by Cynndie Hoff APU alumnus Ruben Niebla '95 attains his dream job as major league interim pitching coach for the Cleveland Indians.
January
APU Named Top Military Friendly School January 28, 2013 by University Relations G.I. Jobs names APU a Military Friend School, confirming on a national level the university's commitment to serving veterans.
Meet Ginny Dadaian: APU’s Director of Community Relations January 25, 2013 by Kimberly Rios With more than 20 years of professional experience working with the city of Azusa, Ginny Dadaian, director of community relations at APU, builds a bridge between the Azusa community and Azusa Pacific University.
APU Receives Major Science Grant January 21, 2013 by University Relations A National Science Foundation grant awarded to Bin Tang, Ph.D., professor of computer science, funds groundbreaking research to develop innovations in data preservation and storage alongside his students.
Azusa Pacific Online University Graduates First Students January 14, 2013 by University Relations Azusa Pacific Online University (APOU) celebrates the graduation of its first students and continues to make transformative education available through technology to a wider range of students.
WASC Culminates in a Positive Review January 7, 2013 by University Relations APU's accreditation affirmed by the Western Association of School and Colleges.