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2012-13 University Passage

Jon Wallace — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 15:55:52 +0000

As we lean into our vision to become that “city on a hill,” I believe our practice of prayerfully selecting a University Passage serves as a powerful reminder of the foundation of our vision, while affirming the Lordship of Christ and the authority of Scripture.

The South African Experience

Jon Wallace — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 02:56:39 +0000

It's early morning here at the APU South African campus in Pietermaritzburg. I'm sitting in the main lodge that serves as the dinner hall. The lodge sits high on the property overlooking a lush green valley.

2011-12 University Passage

Jon Wallace — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 21:16:53 +0000

Five years ago, we embraced what has since become a meaningful practice—the selection of a University Passage that centers our campus community, upholds our Christ-centered identity, prompts thoughtful reflection and study, and aligns our planning and organizational endeavors for the next academic year.

Our Country Needs Schools Like Azusa Pacific

Jon Wallace — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 00:02:25 +0000

In his State of the Union, President Obama summoned the American people to success. He outlined a call to action that places education and innovation front and center. As a university president, this challenge raises the heat under our mission and purpose.

2010-11 University Passages Selected

Jon Wallace — Thu, 25 Mar 2010 19:12:33 +0000

Aligning our Christ-centered university community toward God’s purposes sets the right tone as we seek to reflect Him in all we do. Choosing a University Passage each year provides shared focus and unity as we begin to dream and cast vision for the next academic year.

Update to the APU Community

Jon Wallace — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 18:36:57 +0000

In addition to our many accomplishments, we started a new tradition this year at orientation: a candle lighting ceremony.

Dear APU Community,

It was wonderful to join you a few weeks ago to kick off Azusa Pacific University’s 110th year! One of the most important things we do at APU is occasionally stop and take stock of the distance covered, the accomplishments achieved, and our significant victories.

Here are just a few of the amazing blessings we celebrate together this year.

• Total students served by the university last year: 10,500
• Total degrees granted: 2,500
• Current full-time university employees: nearly 400 faculty and 600 staff
• The university operated in Azusa, online, at seven Southern California regional campuses; in Los Angeles, High Sierra, and Colorado Springs; and internationally in China, South Africa, Germany, Ukraine, Singapore, Encinitas, Haiti, and Ghana.
• Our current undergraduate enrollment is the largest in university history with a total headcount of 4,300 and a full-time enrollment (FTE) of 4,215.
• We currently have 3,000 students living in on-campus residences. This, too, is our largest in history.
• We now have 15 recent graduates serving two years in a developing country, financially supported by the H.I.S.years program.

Honoring Glen Dawson

Jon Wallace — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 21:57:25 +0000

Last Friday (September 18, 2009) was an historic day for APU. I was honored to present the highest recognition our university can bestow on someone--an honorary doctorate. I wish you were all there to witness the event! Glen Dawson is a generous and amazing man, with a wealth of experience and knowledge that he has shared with us over the years. . .