School of Health Sciences
Transforming Communities through Compassionate Healthcare Leaders
From field practicum experiences to service endeavors, our students grow into the experienced healthcare leaders our communities need through real work in the industry—combined with rigorous classroom instruction. Whether an aspiring physical therapist or future child life specialist, we equip our graduates with relevant clinical skills and a deeply integrated Christian perspective, taught by industry-experienced and passionate faculty. This results in a higher level of empathetic care across disciplines—the kind that changes lives.
We offer programs for multiple health science professions within our Department of Public Health, Department of Physical Therapy, Department of Kinesiology, and Department of Child Life Faculty.
Articles
APU College of Nursing and Health Sciences Receives $5 Million Grant from HRSA
Faculty Feature: William “Jody” Wilkinson Finds Beauty in the Unexpected
Faith-Informed Excellence in Science and Research
Going for the Gold: Natalie ('17) and Chris Meinhold ('20) Make an Impact Through Physical Therapy
Student Spotlight: J.J. Navarette Encourages Belonging
Faculty Friday: Mike Wong- Transforming Students into Great PT Clinicians
About the Dean
Renee Pozza is dean of the College of Nursing and Health Sciences and professor for the School of Nursing (SON) at Azusa Pacific University. She previously served as the senior associate dean for academic initiatives and innovation for the SON. She is committed to interprofessional education, international opportunities, faith integration, and nursing research.