APU Articles
Alumni Feature: Ady Waite ’22 Shows Up for Students in Malawi as Teacher and Ministry Leader
April 24, 2025 | Education
Adyson Waite ’22 is a teacher and ministry leader in Malawi, using her God-given gifts to train teachers to support local youth, host Bible Camps, and make meaningful connections with children.
Student Spotlight: Oniah Loza ’27 Runs The Pre-Vet Project to Foster Student Service
April 22, 2025 | Health Sciences
Oniah Loza ’27 is the founder and president of The Pre-Vet Project, an organization that connects Azusa Pacific University students with volunteer opportunities at animal shelters nearby. She is passionate about caring for God's creation.
APU Social Work Celebrates Partnership with LA Department of Children and Family Services
April 21, 2025 | Behavioral Sciences
Each year, Azusa Pacific University's Department of Social Work refers graduate students to the Los Angeles Department of Children and Family Services (LA DCFS) to participate in the child welfare stipend program. Through a competitive application process, six candidates are selected to be a part of a paid two year program that leads to employment with the LA DCFS immediately after graduation.
Staff Saturday: Walter Cabal Implements Philosophy and Design to Create Meaningful Experiences
April 12, 2025
Walter Cabal contributes his design and philosophical expertise to serve APU as user experience writing manager.
Faculty Friday: Christine Kern, PhD, Guides Students to Literature for Answers to Life’s Big Questions
April 11, 2025 | Honors College
Christine Kern, PhD, associate professor in the Honors College, has always had a passion for literature. As a professor, she encourages her students to cultivate a love of reading in community that allows them to have a mentally, emotionally, and spiritually transformative college experience.
APU Students Travel to Japan to Conduct Environmental Biology Research and Collaborate with Professional Scientists
April 07, 2025 | Humanities and Sciences
Since 2015, Charles Chen, PhD, a professor in the Department of Biology and Chemistry at Azusa Pacific University, has given students the chance to grow academically and culturally by leading summer research trips to Japan. This summer, Chen will lead his fifth trip, and the third working on a project that looks at the effects of water management on the growth and function of rice plants.
Staff Saturday: Nathaniel Fernandez, PhD, Lives Out Jesus’ Care Through Counseling
April 05, 2025
Nathaniel Fernandez, PhD, lives out Jesus' care by serving as psychologist and outreach coordinator in APU's Counseling Center.
Faculty Friday: Marie Fongwa PhD, MPH, RN, Promotes Cultural Sensitivity Through Research
April 04, 2025 | Behavioral Sciences, Nursing
Marie Fongwa, PhD, MPH, RN, is a professor in the School of Nursing. Born in Cameroon, Marie studied to become a nurse-midwife before moving to America to continue her studies. She became a professor at APU where she has been able to pursue her passion for cultural sensitivity in healthcare through research on patient satisfaction, quality of care, and adherence to treatment of hypertension in African American women.
Staff Saturday: Aubree Roney’s ’09 Full Circle Leadership Journey at APU
March 29, 2025
Aubree Roney '09 came to APU with a passion for using her people skills to teach others. She now mentors students and exercises her love for problem solving as Enterprise Applications Administrator.
Faculty Friday: Susan Shore, PT, PhD, Follows Jesus’ Example of Helping Others Through Physical Therapy
March 28, 2025 | Health Sciences
Susan Shore, PT, PhD, associate dean of the School of Health Sciences, had the opportunity to practice as a physical therapist in different countries before becoming a professor. Her time abroad was filled with unique opportunities and valuable lessons that she passes on to her students.
