APU’s Annual Christmas Tree Lighting
Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Kresge Plaza, West Campus, APU
3:30-5:30 p.m. — Carriage Rides
3:30-4:30 and 5:30-6:30 p.m. — Snow Sledding
4:15-5:30 p.m. — Main Event
This beloved APU tradition returns with a new location and more holiday cheer than ever! Experience West Campus transformed into a winter wonderland. Enjoy musical entertainment, carriage rides, snow sledding, a Christmas carol singalong, refreshments, and a few surprises.
Celebrate Christmas Concert
Saturday, December 2, 2023
2:30 and 7:30 p.m., Lake Avenue Church, Pasadena
Join us in worship as more than 150 musicians from APU’s School of Music share inspiring Christmas melodies, celebrating Christ’s birth. APU music alumni perform at the 2:30 p.m. showtime.
L.A. Kings Hangout and Game
Saturday, January 20, 2024
6 p.m., Section 218, Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles
Bring your friends and family to join fellow alumni for an exclusive pre-game hangout and chance to win prizes in the Golden Road Lounge before we watch the Los Angeles Kings face off against the New York Rangers at the Crypto.com Arena. Stay after the game for a group photo opportunity on the Kings players’ bench!
Homecoming: Celebrating 125 Years
February 23-24, 2024
Azusa Campus
Join APU in celebrating 125 years for a memorable two-day schedule of events bringing back classic traditions like student bed races and fan favorite events like The Table, Breakfast with the President, and the Support Local Market. Festivities include an exclusive Homecoming Broadcast Special, the final home basketball games, and an APU 125th birthday celebration, and so much more! All alumni are invited to the Raising Cane’s Lounge for an exclusive VIP experience. Registration will be available soon: apu.edu/homecoming
Alumni Discounts
APU Campus Store
Christmas Sale
Alumni retain access to shop at the APU Campus Store at a discounted education price. Take advantage of seasonal sales, such as the Christmas Sale with 30% off on general merchandise (excludes Hrydro Flask and Apple products).
APU Alumni Perks
Check out your APU alumni perks and ways to save! Sign up by using the registration code: APU1899. Find local and national discounts from thousands of hotels, restaurants, movie theaters, retailers, florists, car dealers, theme parks, national attractions, concerts, sports, and events!
Nationwide Airport Parking Discount
Receive a 15% alumni discount in all 22 markets in nearly 40 locations when you park your car! Sign up through The Parking Spot and enter the code: APU1899.
Life After College Podcast
A podcast that features real, authentic conversations with APU alumni.
Ep. 4: Marcella Reyes ’16 on Entrepreneurship
Marcella is a licensed massage therapist and fitness trainer who runs her own business called SoCal Fitness and Massage Therapy in Claremont, California.
Ep. 5: Cam Agnew ’15 on the Value of Mentorship
Cam majored in graphic design at APU and is now the Creative Director for Catchy in Seattle, Washington. In this episode, Cam talks about his first years in the post-grad world, the value of mentorship, and advice for young creatives.
Alumni Spotlight
Stephen Vogt ’07 Named Manager of Major League Baseball Team: Cleveland Guardians
Stephen is the first APU alumnus to become a head coach of a major league team, one of the most significant moments in the history of Azusa Pacific athletics. A two-time All Star, he played 10 seasons in the MLB, primarily with the Oakland A’s and had a historic baseball career at APU.
Elisa (Rohlwing ’04, MBA ’09) Marchetti’s Authorship and Victory in the Face of Cancer
Elisa encounters superheroes everyday, and she is one herself. While she does not wear a cape or fight villains, she has faithfully fought a much tougher foe—cancer—as a caretaker. Marchetti shares her story in her debut book “Victory Is Ahead,” serving as a testament to hope and spreading the joy of God’s healing.
Micayla Brewster ’17: From Broadway to Digital Nomading and Back
After two-and-a-half years of freelancing while living in more than 25 locations around the world, Micayla settled down in Sevilla, Spain and launched her own company, The Social Team, with her best friend, Chase. Together, they aim to run social media for Broadway productions in an entirely new way that is both sustainable and enjoyable.
Bailey Wilson '18 Named Council of Christian Colleges and Universities Young Alumni of the Year Runner-Up
The Young Alumni Award is presented to individuals who have graduated within the last 10 years and have achieved uncommon leadership or success in a way that reflects the values of Christian higher education. We’re thrilled to watch as Bailey continues to grow her business, Bondi Bowls, and can’t wait for the first Southern California location to open in spring 2024! Listen to her episode of the Life After College Podcast.
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