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Student Affairs

Thrive at APU

At Azusa Pacific University, our Student Affairs team of Christ-centered educators believes in the holistic development of all students. Our hope is that learning extends beyond the classroom into all areas of students’ lives as they strive to become the person God has called them to be.

Through a variety of services and programs, we cultivate student growth in the areas of Christian spiritual formation, student engagement, and student wellness. Our desire is for each student to develop a deeper understanding of their faith, academic goals, and vocational pursuits so that they are transformed to live out their higher calling.

Three Pillars of Student Development

We believe that the life-changing good news of Jesus Christ is both an eternal promise and an invitation to be part of God’s work in the world now. In classrooms and residence halls, on the field and in chapel, and around the world and across the street, we are engaging all students in the personal and collective process of being formed in the image of Christ for the sake of others.1 We foster students’ spiritual development by providing opportunities to participate in corporate worship, local and global service, Christian formation, and spiritual care.

We believe a student’s sense of belonging contributes to their success both inside and outside of the classroom. Each student is a valuable member of our community and their contribution at APU makes a difference. Student Engagement provides a variety of opportunities for students to build meaningful connections with others and contribute to the needs and shared goals of the community.
We believe that students who invest in their holistic well-being are more likely to reach their academic and personal potential. We provide Christ-centered wellness services, programs and educational opportunities that empower students and the APU community to thrive physically, emotionally, socially and spiritually.

Cultivating Transformation through Spiritual Formation

Ta’Tyana Leonard takes great joy in helping students discover all of who they are—including their spiritual, emotional, and creative facets—so they learn to see themselves the way God sees them.

Contact Information

Hours

Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Location

Modular Offices, Building 27
apu campus

Footnotes

  1. Adapted from R. Mullholand, 2016.