Inside the Honors College

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• Location: University Promenade 

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Welcome to Inside the Honors College! Where we believe that wisdom and virtue is found when we learn together. Join us as we take an inside look at a community dedicated to educating the next generation of disciples and scholars. Learn more about the Honors College at Azusa Pacific University at apu.edu/honors.

We are excited to launch "Season Two: University Resources," where we give you an inside look into the various APU resources for students.

• University Counseling Center~ Alissa Melendez, Psy.D.
• Student Center for Reconciliation & Diversity~ Aaron Hinojosa, Ph.D. & Mutoni Ingabire, M.S.
• Office of Spiritual Life~ Coba Canales, Ed.D. & Karen Rouggly, D.Min.
• Honors College~ Rhonda Roberts, M.A. & Curtis Isozaki, M.A., CF-LSP
• TRIO Upward Bound Services~ Armando Bustos, M.S.
• Writing Center~ Emmalyn Morgan '23 & Saundri Luippold '25
• Academic Success Center~ Stephanie Gala, M.A. & Gina Conner, M.A.
• Center for Career and Community-Engaged Learning (CCEL)~ Erin Thorp, M.A. & Andre Argaez, M.A.
• Campus Life~ Alex Oh, M.S. & Sydney Schneider, M.S.
• Commuter Life~ Matt Browning, Ed.D.
• Residence Life~ Kody Schneider, M.S. & Joshua Hazen, M.S.

Learn more about the Honors College at Azusa Pacific University at apu.edu/honors.

Music: Conner Chick '23 & Peter Cooley '23

Hosts: Taína Estévez '24 & Abby de Vos '24

Interview, Produced & Directed: Curtis Isozaki, M.A., LSP-CF

Cover Art: Caedon Spilman '23

How do we wrestle with the text with a posture of trusting the process of engaging together in colloquy? Hannah shares how there are so many different approaches to engaging with the various books in the Honors College curriculum in the safety of our colloquies. Let’s take an inside look at how we can wrestle with the text by engaging in colloquy. Learn more about the Honors College at Azusa Pacific University at apu.edu/honors.

How can cultivating our relationships empower our research in both humanities and science? As an alumnus, Brenna shares how ethical conversations in the Honors College have helped cultivate relationships that have impacted her research in science. Let’s take an inside look at the positive influence of relationships and conversation. Learn more about the Honors College at Azusa Pacific University at apu.edu/honors.

Do you have a passion for building relationships? Adam, a newly graduated alumnus, reflects on his time as a Resident Advisor and his value for discipleship. Let's take an inside look at how the Honors College can foster community inside and outside of the classroom. Learn more about the Honors College at Azusa Pacific University at apu.edu/honors.

How do we remain authentic while developing other leaders? Max, a newly graduated alumnus, talks to us about his passion for knowledge and pursuit to demonstrate authentic leadership during and after his time at the Honors College. Let's take an inside look at how what we learn can help develop our leadership style. Learn more about the Honors College at Azusa Pacific University at apu.edu/honors.

What is the impact of having a Christian worldview alongside our majors and career aspirations? Bianca openly discusses her journey in connecting her faith with business during her time in the Honors College. Let's take an inside look at how faith integration can help reframe our ideas of success and how we approach goals in our lives! Learn more about the Honors College at Azusa Pacific University at apu.edu/honors.

How do we engage uncertainty with trust and prayer? Kate shares her growth as a disciple and how she has learned to trust God in challenging situations. Let’s take an inside look at how the power of prayer can guide us through uncertainty amidst the college decision-making process!

What is the relationship between philosophy and theology in our reading? Jihyo shares her journey with processing the various texts and finding common ground in theological truths. Let's take an inside look at how different perspectives can strengthen us in our spiritual growth! Learn more about the Honors College at Azusa Pacific University at apu.edu/honors.

When was the last time you had a conversation with someone you disagreed with? Conner talks about maintaining a willingness to listen and have open communication with those around you. Let's take an inside look at how we can learn to engage in meaningful dialogue with others without shutting or bringing other people down! Learn more about the Honors College at Azusa Pacific University at apu.edu/honors.