News Archive (2024)
- May 3, 2024 by Saundri LuippoldTasha Bleistein, PhD, shares her passion for cultures through teaching English as a second language with care, respect, and kindness to others. In APU’s MA in TESOL program, she equips students to find their calling in such a broad field.
- April 29, 2024Approximately 984 students will graduate from APU on Saturday, May 4, 2024 at the university’s spring commencement ceremonies. These graduates will earn a total of 984 degrees, including 414 bachelor’s, 454 master’s, and 35 doctoral degrees.
- April 23, 2024Azusa Pacific University appoints Glendora, Calif., resident Louise Ko Huang, PhD, vice provost for academic services, as announced by Anita Fitzgerald Henck, PhD, provost and chief academic officer, effective July 1, 2024.
- April 12, 2024 by Saundri LuippoldWindy 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.
- April 2, 2024Houston Garcia earned two degrees from Azusa Pacific in 2018 and 2020 - a Bachelor of Science in Allied Health and a Master of Science in Biotechology, respectively. Garcia came to APU ready to learn and apply modern science to health care.
- March 5, 2024For Hannah Vase ’21, the education journey has been unexpectedly unconventional, but well worth the trip.
- March 1, 2024 by Saundri LuippoldProfessor Charles Chen, PhD, has a profound passion for biology, especially plant life. His research in agriculture, travel stories, and love for God and nature offer students a valuable opportunity to expand their intellectual and spiritual growth.
- February 6, 2024For alumna Alissa Matus ’18, APU has laid the foundation for a number of good things in her life. From helping her build a strong community and finding her calling to jump-starting her career and growing her faith.
- February 2, 2024 by Saundri LuippoldAisha Chen, PhD, is committed to mentorship and fulfills her work as a professor in the Department of Engineering & Computer Science with conscientiousness. Her devotion to faith & guidance allow students to grow intellectually & spiritually.
- January 31, 2024 by Saundri LuippoldFor Jonathon Krohn ’27, traveling the world & being immersed in different cultures is at the heart of growth, finding community, & following God’s calling for his life. Krohn dreams of becoming a travel nurse with a passion for helping others.
- January 29, 2024 by Saundri LuippoldMadey Sule ’27 reflects love in every space she’s in. Whether it’s through her passion for engineering, appreciation for deepening friendships with those around her, or playing sports in her free time, Sule radiates a multitude of joy.
- January 22, 2024 by Abbie J. ReedFrom undergrad biology majors exploring human drug-metabolizing enzymes to biotech master's degree students utilizing 3D tissue models of human organs, APU students are fully engaged in high-level research in their fields, led by professor-mentors.
- January 12, 2024 by Saundri LuippoldBrian Plummer, PhD, is known among students for offering words of affirmation at the end of each class, sharing wisdom and “rules to live by” at the end of the semester, and ultimately using his humor and optimism to create a lasting impact.
- January 9, 2024For Petra Ivankovic ’21, attending APU was what one hopes their time in college will be: here she found a strong community, pursued her passions, and encountered her professional calling - working for the European Parliament.
Note: This information is current for the 2023-24 academic year; however, all stated academic information is subject to change. Refer to the current Academic Catalog for more information.