APU Articles
Staff Saturday: Freddy Rivas ’99 Gives Back by Mentoring Students Discerning Pastoral Ministry
February 22, 2025
Freddy Rivas '99 came to APU as an undergraduate eager to dive into biblical studies and discover his calling to serve the Lord through ministry. For the past nine years he has given back to the community that shaped him.
Faculty Friday: John Burdett ’01 Cultivates Leaders Through Music
February 21, 2025 | Music
John Burdett ’01, EdD, had a transformational experience as a student at Azusa Pacific University. He has since dedicated himself to helping his students grow into strong leaders through music.
Student Spotlight: Emma Sanchez ’25 Deepens her Love for Christ and Learning
February 18, 2025 | Honors College, Humanities and Sciences
Emma Sanchez '25 has made the most of her college career. She is studying biology and honors humanities.
Staff Saturday: Bethany Blomquist Gives Glory to God as Assistant Athletics Director for Internal Operations
February 15, 2025
Bethany Blomquist coaches, supports athletes, and glorifies God.
Faculty Friday: Bala Musa MA ’12, PhD, Teaches Communication Through Friendship
February 14, 2025 | Business
Bala Musa MA ’12, PhD, professor of organizational leadership and communication, finds that having communication skills is a great way to create friendships and strengthen one’s faith. His love for teaching inspired him to integrate Christian values with his passion for communication into the classroom.
Community Engagement: APU Volunteers Collaborate with the Community and Food ED on Green Care Day
February 13, 2025 | service
APU students help fulfill needs in the community through collaborative volunteer opportunities such as Green Care Day, an annual event put on by Food ED.
APU’s Ethnic Organizations Connect and Uplift Students’ Stories
February 13, 2025
APU’s ethnic organizations foster diversity, unity, and belonging by giving students spaces to share their unique stories and celebrate cultural heritage.
The Value of a Lifelong Student-Professor Relationship
February 10, 2025 | Alumni, Theology
When William Johnston ’16 began his collegiate journey at APU he knew that he wanted to make the most of his experience. As he walked into his CLFM class the first week of school, Johnston met Matt Elofson, PhD, a professor who would not only become a trusted mentor, but also a lifelong friend.
Staff Saturday: Leslie Castro-Kolta, MBM ’22, Helps Employees Reach Their Full Potential
February 08, 2025
Leslie Castro-Kolta, MBM '22, uses her gifts to make a difference. As a business partner in APU's Office of Human Resources, Leslie is passionate about implementing her skills to create a positive impact for her colleagues.
Faculty Friday: Nori Henk ’00, PhD, Pursues Academic Excellence and Spiritual Growth
February 07, 2025 | Humanities and Sciences
For Nori Henk, ’00, PhD, sociology professor, ethnic studies program director, and chair of the Departments of Political Science, History, and Sociology, Modern Languages, and TESOL, and the former faculty moderator, Azusa Pacific University opened up pathways that she had not thought possible.
