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Vice President/Chief Diversity Officer Named

December 29, 2015

Taking the helm of a robust and growing area at APU, Kimberly Battle-Walters Denu, Ph.D., accepted the role of vice president/chief diversity officer in summer 2015. This historic position aims to centralize campus-wide diversity initiatives, provide strategic leadership, and support the university’s ongoing commitment to diversity.

Coaching for Impact

December 28, 2015

In 2007, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) rolled out a series of popular public service announcements. The commercials simply stated, “There are over 380,000 student-athletes, and most of us go pro in something other than sports.”

Glendora DCFS Unveils Murals Created by APU Art Students

December 08, 2015

On December 7, the Department of Child and Family Services (DCFS) office in Glendora unveiled six murals created by Azusa Pacific University Art 310 students. Jim Thompson, Ed.D., art professor in the Department of Art and Design, was commissioned to provide art for DCFS to bring color and cheer to its six interview and visitation rooms. “The rooms were furnished only with a table and chairs, and the addition of the murals creates a warm and welcoming environment,” said Monica Rivas, DCFS community and support worker.

Hollywood Turnaround

December 03, 2015

Hollywood Turnaround

The Science of Friendship

November 23, 2015

The Science of Friendship

Gary Black Talks About New Book, Preparing for Heaven

November 10, 2015

Gary Black Jr., Ph.D, is an assistant professor in the School of Theology and author of three books, as well as co-author of The Divine Conspiracy Continued: Fulfilling God's Kingdom on Earth. Black recently released his newest book, Preparing for Heaven: What Dallas Willard Taught Me about Living, Dying, and Eternal Life.

Leading from Behind

November 09, 2015

Leading from Behind

Reclaiming Mindfulness

November 03, 2015

Reclaiming Mindfulness

Exonerated from a Murder Conviction, Nick Yarris Speaks at APU

October 21, 2015

What happens when the justice system fails? How does an innocent man fight that system, clear his name, and rebuild his life? Find out Thursday, October 29, 9:30-10:50 a.m. in the VIP room as Nick Yarris, wrongly convicted of murder, describes his journey through endless legal battles, 21 years of incarceration, and his re-entrance into society.