APU Articles
Alumni Feature: Daniel Moore '11 Creates Impact Through Pickleball
November 05, 2024 | Alumni
When Daniel Moore ’11 was introduced to pickleball by his father in 2014, he had no idea the sport would become a major part of his life. Over the next decade, Moore would go on to win nine national championships, before ending his professional playing career and introducing pickleball to Japan and Kenya.
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.
Alumni Feature: Tom Scott ’15 Navigates the Film Industry While Keeping God First
September 30, 2024
Tom Scott ’15 came to APU with a God-given dream to pursue cinema. He graduated with more than just the skills to produce meaningful films, but with the rigor to keep God First. Scott has now worked for companies like Netflix, Dreamworks, and Disney, and is currently working on a major animated film called David, inspired by the biblical story.
Alumni Feature: Boaz Goss ’13 Awarded Teacher of the Year in Fort Worth by Combining Christ and Scholarship
September 26, 2024 | Alumni
Azusa Pacific University students find that their positive experiences with faculty members is part of what sets their college experience apart from others. Faculty’s dedication to helping their students grow in their respective fields and genuine care for their wellbeing was what influenced Boaz Goss ’13 to become a teacher.
Alumni Feature: Kelsey (Maher) Cruz ’17 Lives Her Dream as a Voice Actor
September 25, 2024 | Alumni
Kelsey (Maher) Cruz ’17 is a voice actor who has worked on prominent anime shows such as One Piece, SpyxFamily, and Attack on Titan. From talking elephants, to scientists, and magical creatures Cruz loves getting to discover new parts of her personality by portraying different characters. She embraces the talents God instilled in her to make a difference.
Alumni Feature: Hazel Hu, MA ’03 Achieves Success as Entrepreneurial Leader
September 17, 2024 | Alumni
Hazel Hu, MA ’03, followed her dreams of becoming an entrepreneurial leader. She is the president of Permasteel, one of the most distinguished grill companies in the U.S., and recently celebrated the brand’s 20th anniversary. As a Chinese immigrant, Hazel is proud to have broken barriers and paved her way in the business world.
APU Students’ and Alumni’s Favorite Spots On Campus
August 12, 2024
Many of us grow accustomed to routine throughout the semester, meeting friends or doing homework in comfortable spots across campus. There are many cozy nooks and fun places to explore throughout APU’s campuses, however. From study spots, to places to socialize, to peaceful hubs for prayer, here are some APU students’ and alumni’s favorite areas on campus.
Alumni Feature: Nicky Slavich ’14, MA ’18 Shares the Value of Human Connection
June 28, 2024 | Alumni
Nicky Slavich ’14, MA ’18 never thought he would work at Google as a recruiter. By forming meaningful connections, Slavich discovered his career calling. Throughout his journey, Slavich has learned that his identity stems from who God continues creating him to be.
Alumni Feature: Razel Zapanta ’21 Lives Out Her Many Callings as a Singing Dental Student
June 25, 2024 | Alumni, Humanities and Sciences
Razel Zapanta ’21 is a testament to the fact that when you pursue your dreams, they really can come true. She is a two-time contestant on Wheel of Fortune, and has garnered a large following on Instagram by documenting her dental school journey, expressing her passion for creativity and science. She often calls herself a singing dentist, and recently sang the national anthem at a Phoenix Suns game. Zapanta continuously finds joy and fulfillment in her vocation, inspiring others with her optimism.
APU’s Art Galleries Showcase Students’, Alumni’s, and LA Artists’ Beautiful Work
June 20, 2024 | Arts
As I walked through the Duke and Darling buildings on West Campus on my way to a class last semester, an interesting sight stopped me in my tracks. Across the typically blank walls were multiple images I had never seen before—vibrant depictions of outer space, ancient Greece, and the ocean, to name a few. Beside each picture was a QR code containing the link to a unique song that stirred the artistic vision of the artist, Riley Sumaquial ’24. I appreciate gleaning insight from Sumaquial’s immensely talented synesthetic mind.
