Office of Alumni Relations

Behind the Books: APU Libraries Go Online
Azusa Pacific University Libraries introduced an exciting software upgrade with the addition of powerful online self-service features. This update will improve catalog searching functionality and will give APU students, faculty, and staff the ability to access personal library accounts online, renew checked-out items, save catalog searches, rate and review books, view library fines, and subscribe to RSS feeds of library account activity.

NCATE Board of Examiners Takes Lesson from APU
On Tues., July 15, Azusa Pacific University will host more than 50 academicians from across the nation representing the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) Board of Examiners. APU was selected by NCATE for this rare opportunity to serve as a model for the accreditation process as a result of its reputation for excellence.

Clay is Beijing Bound
Former Azusa Pacific great Bryan Clay is returning to the Summer Olympic Games, and he’ll be in search of gold when he travels to Beijing, China, in August.  Arguably the world’s greatest athlete at this moment, Clay scored a personal-record (PR) 8,832 points to win the decathlon at the U.S. Olympic Track & Field Trials at Hayward Field in Eugene, Ore. It’s his second straight Olympic Trials title and the third U.S. championship of his stellar career.

1998 Class Reunion Recap
The class of 1998 celebrated their 10 year reunion on Saturday night, June 21, 2008.  Approximately 80 classmates were able to attend the evening to reconnect, hang out and reflect on their time at APU.  Click here to view pictures from the reunion.

Virginia Alumni Event at Regent University
Date: July 22, 2008 7:00 PM
The APU Alumni Association, Rick Givens '83, director, and Laura Dingfelder '03, event and chaper coordinator, would like to invite you to attend a Southern Style BBQ Picnic at Regent University on Tuesday, July 22, 2008 at 7 pm. We want to provide a way for you and other APU alumni in the area to connect with new and old friends.

APU New York Event at The Museum of Biblical Art
Date: August 02, 2008
Join Azusa Pacific for a special luncheon and concert at the Museum of Biblical Art in New York City.  This performance is presented in conjunction with the exhibit highlighting the works of German artist Albrecht Dϋrer. The 75-minute program will feature original music in addition to compositions by Edvard Grieg, César Franck, and Ludwig von Beethoven.

Orange County Chapter: Luau Dinner & Swim Time
Date: August 24, 2008 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Join the APU Alumni Association, Rick Givens ’83, Kathy ‘97 and Bryan Schager ‘95, Laura Dingfelder ‘03, and Kellie Cabrera ’07 for an Orange County Chapter Luau Dinner on August 24th.  The Schager Family has opened up the Promenade Square Private Pool in their residential community for our enjoyment.  Please bring your favorite side dish or dessert to share with others.  When you register online, please select an item from the list to bring for dinner.  Drinks and meat for barbequing will be provided by the Office of Alumni Relations.

1998 10 Year Football Championship Reunion
Date: August 30, 2008 3:00 PM
Join the 1998 Championship Football Team for a 10 year reunion and celebration of winning the NAIA National Championship.

APU Oregon Chapter Events
Date: September 05, 2008 to September 07, 2008
Upcoming Oregon chapter events will be held September 6 and 7 in the Beaverton and Portland areas.  More information to come.

Texas Chapter Alumni Events
Date: September 13, 2008 to September 16, 2008

Saturday, September 13: APU Cougar Football vs. West Texas A&M

Sunday, September 14: Waco

Tuesday, September 16: North Dallas

Dinner Theater: The Music Man
Date: September 26, 2008 5:30 PM
This year the Alumni Office will have its annual Dinner Theater and silent auction supporting student scholarships.  We are excited for a performance of The Music Man by students in the APU Drama Department.  More information and ticket sales to come.

Homecoming 2008
Date: October 23, 2008 to October 25, 2008
We are looking forward to the many alumni, parents, and friends who come back each year for Homecoming.  We are currently developing our full schedule of Homecoming but below is a small sampling of what will be on the full schedule.

Alumni Cruise 2009
Date: January 09, 2009 to January 12, 2009
All alumni, parents, and friends of APU are invited on the 5th annual Alumni Cruise Friday, January 9 - Monday, January 12, 2009.  This cruise is a casual event with plenty of free time to relax and have great fellowship with friends and family.  This year we’ve added a great feature with seminars by Dr. Jim Burns.