APU Articles
You Received Your College Acceptance Letter: Now What?
December 10, 2019
How to Make the Most of Your Professors’ Office Hours
December 05, 2019
Scholarship Application Tips: 5 Ways to Stay on the Right Track
December 03, 2019
Scholarships can help make college more affordable and boost your résumé, but they’re often competitive. A well-crafted essay is a great way to stand out in a sea of other applicants.
Understanding the Financial Aid Package and Why It Matters
November 26, 2019
The college application process requires a number of important steps: Candidates need to present a well-rounded picture of their academic strengths and extracurricular interests as well as their financial standing. For some families, this can feel like a hectic time! Keep in mind that each step is important and will help in determining the right school for your child, including the financial aid process.
5 Tips for Managing Stress in College During Your First Semester
November 21, 2019
Switching Careers: Why a Transition to Teaching Is Worth It
November 20, 2019
APU’s Honors College Recognized as a “Hidden Gem”
November 20, 2019
Nursing Certifications: 4 Reasons You Should Pursue Them
November 19, 2019
Regenerating a Passion for Science and Music
November 18, 2019
Cristian Aguilar, PhD, assistant professor in the Department of Biology and Chemistry, discovered his passion for biology at a young age. As a child, Aguilar would research organisms and animals, how they functioned, and the environments where they lived. He was taken by the curiosities of sea creatures and marine life, aspiring to one day become a marine biologist. Yet, just a few years later, Aguilar fell in love with another subject – music.
Soul Music: Professor’s Son Inspires His Calling
November 15, 2019
Gentle harmonies mix with the babble of a baby as a husband and wife sing their young son a lullaby before bed—music weaves throughout the family of John Burdett ’01, Ed.D., assistant music professor, director of instrumental studies and bands, playing a central role in their lives. Then, a visit to the pediatrician’s office shook their world of sound and song: the doctor diagnosed their son, Cole, as profoundly deaf. When they received the news, shock flooded their minds.
Doctoral Program Preparation: Getting Your Mind Ready
November 14, 2019
The Benefits of Diversity in College Staff
November 07, 2019
A Student’s Guide to Staying on Campus During Break
November 06, 2019
