APU Articles
Faculty Feature: Jenna Reyes, EdD, Sets Students Up for Success by Teaching With Compassion
November 22, 2024 | Nursing
Jenna Reyes, EdD, RN, PHN, CHSE, chair of the MSN in Nursing Education, sets nursing students up for success by providing them with opportunities for hands-on experience and positively encouraging them to persevere through such a rigorous curriculum. She frequently reminds them to place their calling in God’s hands and He will guide them.
Student Spotlight: Kali Jo Anema ’24 Shares Openness and Enthusiasm for Personal Growth
November 19, 2024 | Behavioral Sciences, Honors College
Kali Jo Anema ’24 is soon to graduate with a degree in psychology and a minor in honors humanities. She is passionate about learning, helping others, and hearing people’s stories. Her experience in psychology and honors have deepened her interest in broadening her faith and understanding of humanity.
Staff Saturday: Everette Brooks Establishes Lasting Bonds with Veteran Students
November 16, 2024
Everette Brooks served in the U.S. Army for 12 years as a veterinary specialist. At APU, he serves as the executive director of Military and Veteran Services, setting an example of what it means to implement teamwork, diligence, and faith in one’s vocation.
Faculty Feature: Kirsten Lundin Humer, MFA, Combines Her Love for Voice Coaching, Stories, and Connection in APU Theater Arts
November 15, 2024 | Arts
Kirsten Lundin Humer, MFA, has taught students in APU’s theater arts program for more than a decade. She is dedicated to using her expertise in the world of vocal coaching to guide students to incorporate their unique voices so they can perform to the best of their abilities.
Staff Saturday: Karen Rouggly ’05, DMin Shares the Light of Christ in All She Does
November 09, 2024
Karen (Denning) Rouggly ’05, DMin shines God’s light in all she does. As a campus pastor and director of the Office of Service and Discipleship, she truly loves engaging with students through mentorship, worship, and serving together.
Faculty Feature: Charity Vasquez, PhD, Equips Child Life Students to Provide Hope in the Midst of Hardship
November 08, 2024 | Behavioral Sciences
It’s fitting that Charity Vazquez’s, PhD, CCLS, name means love, because through her dedication to the field of child life, she walks alongside children facing healthcare challenges in order to provide them comfort and hope in a time of distress. As the chair of the department of child life at APU, Vasquez guides students to spread Christ’s love in all they do.
Staff Saturday: Paul Dennis ’91 Gives Back to APU’s Campus Safety After Serving as a Police Officer for 27 Years
November 02, 2024
Paul Dennis ’91 came to APU as an undergraduate student, curious about what God’s calling for his life would be. After spending 27 years as a police officer in the Azusa police department, Dennis found his way back to alma mater to serve as the executive officer of the department of campus safety.
Faculty Feature: Kimberly Setterlund, MSW, Shines the Light of Christ as a Social Worker
November 01, 2024 | Behavioral Sciences
Kimberly Setterlund, MSW, lives out her calling by being there for people in their darkest moments, showing them God’s light. As a social worker, she has experience helping a variety of people, from adults struggling with mental health disorders, to families battling cancer. She is the chair of APU’s MSW program, and strives to teach students how to ethically and lovingly care for others.
Staff Saturday: Dante Cordova Helps Create Fun and Functional APU Apps
October 26, 2024
Dante Cordova has worked at APU for more than two decades. While he’s exceptionally skilled in technology, his warm energy and eagerness to celebrate the achievements of others make him someone APU is lucky to have as the product manager in Information Technology (IT).
Staff Saturday: Randy Berk Finds his Calling in Landscaping at APU for 45 Years
October 19, 2024
Randy Berk has served APU for more than 45 years. As the manager of Landscape Services, Randy implements his love for God, plants, and community in all he does. In January he will be retiring, a bittersweet milestone as many will miss seeing him wave as he drives by on his tractor.
Faculty Feature: Sharon Titus, PhD, Serves God as a Nurse Educator and Missionary
October 18, 2024 | Nursing
Sharon Titus, PhD, MSN, RN, found God when she was a child and never looked back. Her faith is what drives her to serve the Lord, whether through nursing, missionary work, or connecting with students. She sets an excellent example of what it means to love God and love others well.
Staff Saturday: Todd Emerson ’92, DO, ABFP Provides Holistic Care as Medical Director of the Student Health Center
October 12, 2024
Todd Emerson’s ’92, DO, ABFP journey as a doctor is one of adventure, enthusiasm, and an overall determination to follow God’s calling for his life. As the medical director of the student health center, Emerson ensures all APU students have a place to go when they are in need of medical attention.
Faculty Feature: HeeKap Lee, PhD, Approaches Teaching With Jesus as a Model
October 11, 2024 | Education
HeeKap Lee, PhD, believes that learning should be fun, and the more we engage together in the classroom, the more we can make a difference in each others’ lives. As a professor in the MA in Education program, HeeKap incorporates faith by teaching students to teach like Jesus did.
Staff Saturday: Erin Thorp ’96, MA ’13 Enriches Students’ Lives by Helping Them Explore Their Calling
October 05, 2024
Erin Thorp ’96, MA ’13 has always been drawn to making a difference in students’ lives. As a former teacher and worker in global outreach ministries, Thorp’s interest in cultivating a love for learning in students led her to return to APU. She is happy to serve as the interim director of the Center for Community-Engaged Learning (CCEL).
Alumni Feature: Kelly Schlenz ’03, MA ’11 Lives Out His God-Given Calling as Executive Director of Idyllwild Pines Camp
October 02, 2024 | Alumni
By serving as the executive director of Idyllwild Pines Camp, Kelly Schlenz ’03, MA ’11 makes a difference in many people’s lives in the same place that shaped him growing up. His years at APU as a student and employee provided him with the tools to foster community and practice Christ-centered leadership.
