Office of the President
Under the leadership of its 17th president, Paul W. Ferguson, PhD, DABT, Azusa Pacific University is dedicated to providing Christ-centered academic excellence as it equips students to become difference makers around the world. The Office of the President and administrative staff provide collaborative leadership and strategic vision to prepare APU as a strong, vibrant leader in Christian higher education.
“I am both blessed and humbled to share with you some remarkable news, the generosity of which has ignited a new sense of excitement and renewed hope.” – Paul W. Ferguson, Ph.D., DABT, President
Recent Videos
- A Chapel Message from President FergusonAzusa Pacific University President Paul W. Ferguson, Ph.D., DABT, delivers an inspiring chapel message on October 2, 2020, for the APU Community: "Living Above Our Obstacles Especially in a Difficult Season."
- A Message from President Ferguson: Welcome to the Fall 2020 SemesterWelcome to the fall 2020 Azusa Pacific semester! President Ferguson kicks off the new academic year with a special message for our APU students. Learn more about Azusa Pacific's COVID-19 response: https://www.apu.edu/covid-19/
- Congratulations, Class of 2019! | Azusa Pacific Winter CommencementCongratulations to the nearly 1,500 graduates and their families who gathered together on December 14 to celebrate this exciting milestone. Graduates: we know this journey was not an easy one, and we’re proud to usher you across the finish line. We can’t wait to see how God uses you to make a difference.
- Azusa Pacific University Dinner Rally Highlight 2019Experience a highlight from Azusa Pacific University's 2019 Dinner Rally that captures the inspiring testimonies and talent of our students and alumni along with a special message from President Ferguson.
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Congratulations 2020 graduates! We are proud of you and look forward to celebrating your success. https://t.co/0FkNaF7KqB https://t.co/BC0jor3tuk
For the health and safety of our university community, APU will continue with remote learning this spring. Classes begin on January 11, 2021. Read my full message: https://t.co/34JkvazyDa https://t.co/u41zvW7BF3
APU recognizes and honors the brave sacrifice of our nation's military veterans. To APU's more than 400 military-connected students, we are grateful for your service and are here to assist you. APU is proud to be a Military Friendly, Yellow Ribbon University. https://t.co/BmCjZX2W5w
Thirty percent of APU's students are first-generation college students. These students are headed toward a bright future, and we are committed to their success. The GEN1 Scholars Program is hosting events to celebrate National First Gen Week #APUGEN1 https://t.co/MRXiPctZkt https://t.co/lQSZg1Esim