Leslie Sandoval, ’98, MAEd ’04, is living out her calling as an educator and leader. She shows Christ’s love through her care for her students and staff, creating an inclusive environment for students to learn and thrive.
Windy Petrie, PhD, shares her love for literature with students, offering comfort and joy by sharing her warm spirit and kindness. Her dedication to her family, traveling, and creating a hospitable space for students makes a big impact.
TyLee Manuel ’24 is a full time student athlete on the women’s basketball team. She has learned the importance of community through her teammates. “APU has shown me how to be grateful through the relationships I’ve created.”
Efigenia (Gina) Ferrer Burnett, MSW ’22, served in the military for 12 years, and is now readjustment counselor for veterans. She cherishes the community she found while at APU, and is a testament to fulfilling God’s calling.
While William “Jody” Wilkinson, MD, MS, creates a lasting impact as a kinesiology professor, it is his unique story and journey through finding faith in the unexpected that sticks with students most.
Ariana Sy ’25, an Acting for the Stage and Screen major and psychology minor, has found ways to pursue her creativity with Azusa Pacific University's God First motto in mind.
Zach Cheney, PhD, creates a lasting impact in students’ lives by sharing his passion for cinema and building connections beyond the classroom. Through field trips to movie theaters, and occasional dinners at his house, Cheney truly shows he cares.
Ismary Diaz ’20, MSW ’22, has always approached service with an outpouring of compassion like a waterfall’s abundance. She was in the military for 14 years, earned two degrees in social work, and now counsels veterans.
Josh Holm, '15, is spreading a positive impact through his fashion company, Castles & Queens. In the company's first 3 years, Holm was invited to show off his designs at New York and Milan's fashion weeks & was featured in Vogue, Nylon, and Forbes.
Grace Arrington ’26 exudes a passion for legacy by embracing her Chinese heritage, and growing in her faith. As a communication management major, she strives to pursue God's calling through service, discipleship, and loving others.
Bobbi Alba, EdD, encourages her school counseling students to go out into the world to be lighthouses, guiding others as they navigate through life. Alba loves incorporating her faith into her insturction while teaching her students to do the same.
Alyssa Hetschel ’13 discovered her passion for social work during her time at Azusa Pacific University which has allowed her to serve through her management and leadership skills.
Sid Varland ’25 has a passion for studying film, running track & field, and cultivating friendships on campus. Born in Kenya, he seeks to embrace his culture and tell meaningful stories.
Lucy Boles ’25, Sage Griffing ’25, and Cassia Arnold ’25 felt called to serve in Maui with 16 other Azusa Pacific University students for six days over winter break.