Celebrating a Legacy of Transformation
From our humble beginnings as the Training School for Christian Workers in Whittier to one of the top Christ-centered universities in the nation, God has used Azusa Pacific University throughout our 125-year history to advance His work in the world.
Prayer Letter from APU
President Adam J. Morris, PhD
President Morris provides updates and imparts words of encouragement as the university launches into the fall semester.
Life After College Podcast
A podcast that features real, authentic conversations with APU alumni.
Ep. 2: Bailey Wilson ’18 on Taking Risks and Building Her Business
With her APU degree in business marketing, Bailey became the founder and CEO of the healthy food company, Bondi Bowls. She is also a Council for Christian Colleges and Universities’ 2024 Young Alumni Award Nominee.
Ep. 3: Jordan Orme ’19 on Using his Video Editing Skills to Teach Others
Jordan is an award-winning video editor who has edited commercial campaigns and music videos for some of the biggest names in the industry, including Nike and Justin Bieber. He runs a video editing YouTube channel and has launched a masterclass called The Editing Formula.
Alumni Spotlight
Raphaela Lacerda ’23 Makes Her Mark in Conducting
Raphaela was remarkably young to be conducting a professional orchestra. In fact, her debut conducting performance at the San Bernardino Symphony Orchestra happened six months before she graduated with her master’s degree in conducting from APU.
Alumni Events and Opportunities
October 2023
Oct.
12-
24
Grad School Series Fair
East Campus, APU
Also Available Virtually
Meet representatives from APU and other universities to explore which program is right for you, and attend workshops with insider tips on how to nail your grad school application.
Oct.
21
Dinner Rally
5 p.m., Felix Event Center, West Campus, APU
Join us for APU’s largest student scholarship fundraiser of the year, featuring world-class musical performances, transformational stories of APU students and alumni, and President Adam J. Morris, PhD, as he shares the impact of APU’s commitment as a Christ-centered university.
Oct.
27
Midnight Madness — Volunteers Needed
9 -11:30 p.m., Felix Event Center, West Campus, APU
This event includes food, music, games, dunk contests, and three-point competitions by the APU Basketball team, performances by the Acrobatics and Tumbling team, and chances to win prizes like a new iPad! Sign up to receive your free alumni ticket and/or to volunteer.
Oct.
28
Women in the Workplace Tea Party
11 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Wilden Atrium, East Campus, APU
Join APU’s School of Business and Management in honoring diverse experiences of women in the workplace and commemorating Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Oct.
31
Trick-or-Treating at the Alumni House
10 a.m.-5 p.m., Alumni House, East Campus, APU
Bring your kids to knock on the door of the Alumni House for a special Halloween treat!
November 2023
Nov.
18
Alumni Murder Mystery Dinner and Show
5:15 p.m., Duke Art Hallway and Warehouse Theater,
West Campus, APU
Enjoy an entertaining murder mystery-themed dinner, where you will unlock clues at your table to solve the crime. After dinner, watch Murder on the Orient Express by APU’s Department of Theater Arts.
Nov.
29
Christmas Tree Lighting
West Campus, APU
Join the APU community for the annual Christmas tree lighting. More details to come.
December 2023
Dec.
2
Celebrate Christmas Concert
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.
January 2024
Jan.
20
L.A. Kings Game
7:30 p.m., Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles
Alumni hangout in the Golden Road Lounge before the Los Angeles Kings vs. New York Rangers hockey game.
Tickets Available Soon
February 2024
Feb.
22-
24
Homecoming: Celebrating 125 Years
East and West Campuses, APU
Schedule and details coming soon:
apu.edu/homecoming
Alumni Updates
If you have any news you’d like to share with the alumni community through our newsletter, let us know!
Howard Hicks ’86 Howard is the founder of a nonprofit, JCP Ministries, in Cusco, Peru, working with vulnerable young adults and aged-out orphans.
Norm Lantz ’02Norm successfully passed the Board of Governors exam to obtain the designation of Fellow of the American College of Healthcare Executives. |
John Heim ’03 Since retiring in 2022, John is enjoying life with his wife, staying busy with home upgrades, and volunteering at their home congregation. He is also blessed with a granddaughter, born on May 14, 2023.
Shawn Morrissey, MA ’04Shawn is starting his 23rd year teaching in Fontana. |
Candice Orozco, MA ’07Candice works for a non-public agency serving students who are blind or visually impaired throughout Southern California.
Stan Vidalis, MA ’12Stan invented a new sport called HOMEBALL360, gaining popularity in North Carolina. |
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