Key Elements
We strive to be an exemplary university that is Christ-centered and evangelical, recognized for excellence that honors God through transformational scholarship, life-giving community, and selfless service.
– Vision Statement developed by the Leadership Cabinet, February 2004
- Our first priority is students. Our hallmark is the development of the highest quality academic programs that honor God.
- We are known for rigorous academic inquiry and learning in all courses of study whether undergraduate, master’s, or doctoral programs.
- Our faculty members continue to be recognized for their excellence in scholarship; all forms of scholarship (discovery, application, integration, and teaching) are supported and encouraged.
- We provide faculty development opportunities and prioritize the allocation of financial resources to integrate the Christian faith into every APU course.
- Scholarship that integrates the faith and calling of our faculty, staff, administration, and students is a distinguishing characteristic of this institution.
- Faculty members are equipped to engage diverse learners and utilize pedagogical practices that support diversity.
- The value of God-honoring diversity is evident in our policies and curriculum, as well as in our faculty recruitment, hiring, and development programs.
- Every academic program includes an opportunity for a cross-cultural educational experience; all graduates demonstrate intercultural competence as defined by their discipline.
- Academic programs include those delivered by innovative, state-of-the-art methods; we are the provider of choice for quality, Christian distributed learning.
