Starting a new role is always an adventure—and when that role is guiding the spiritual and student life of an entire campus, the adventure is even bigger. In this episode, we sit down with Aimee Leukert, PUC’s new Vice President for Student and Spiritual Life, to hear about her journey to Angwin, her first impressions of the community, and the vision she brings to this work. Together, we talk about how student life and spiritual life intersect, what it means to create a vibrant campus culture, and how faculty and staff can partner in supporting students as whole people.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode

• Aimee’s path to PUC and what drew her to this role
• Her first impressions of campus and the community
• The relationship between student life and spiritual life—and why both matter for student success
• Opportunities for faculty and staff to support and collaborate in building strong campus culture
• Hopes, priorities, and vision for the year ahead

Why Listen This episode is a chance to get to know Aimee not just by her title, but by her story, her perspective, and her hopes for our students. Whether you work in the classroom, an office, or behind the scenes, her insights remind us that all of us play a role in shaping a thriving, connected campus where students can grow in every dimension of life.