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New Academic Advising Tools Prepare Students for Success

February 24, 2016

Mentoring and discipleship, core to the APU experience, give depth and purpose to every aspect of education—classroom dialogues, athletic contests, student life, spiritual encounters, and even academic advising. Tracie Burt, Ed.D., director of undergraduate student success, and her team in the Office of Academic Advising and Retention believe that these critical advising sessions can encompass more than mere course selection and present an ideal opportunity for connecting with students on a much deeper level. To facilitate that, the office recently created a set of checklists to guide conversations beyond course requirements, equipping every student and advisor with a comprehensive view of the resources, goals, and opportunities available to help students thrive in college.

APU Named among 10 Best Colleges for Nursing

February 10, 2016

The School of Nursing’s reputation for equipping the most skilled and proficient nurses earned national recognition on January 29, 2016, when USA Today named Azusa Pacific University among the 10 best U.S. colleges to earn a nursing degree for 2015-16. APU ranks No. 8, joining other prominent schools such as University of Pennsylvania and New York University and placing above Johns Hopkins University and George Washington University.

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Glendora DCFS Unveils Murals Created by APU Art Students

December 08, 2015

On December 7, the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) office in Glendora unveiled six murals created by Azusa Pacific University Art 310 students. Jim Thompson, Ed.D., art professor in the Department of Art and Design, was commissioned to provide art for DCFS to bring color and cheer to its six interview and visitation rooms. “The rooms were furnished only with a table and chairs, and the addition of the murals creates a warm and welcoming environment,” said Monica Rivas, DCFS community and support worker.