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APU Stories
APU Stories
Lifelong Transformation. Eternal Impact.
APU’s story is a tapestry, woven together by the individual stories that comprise
our community. These emerge from the lives of students who discover and use their
God-given talents. They are written in classrooms and libraries, on the athletic field,
and across the globe. You’ll find them in the hands of future nurses, in the hearts
of compassionate teachers, and in the minds of innovative entrepreneurs.
From these inspiring stories, ours is formed. It’s one of lifelong transformation
and eternal impact that has been building for more than 125 years, and it’s a story
you can’t get anywhere else.
Student Stories
Faculty/Staff Stories
Alumni Stories
Meet Our Students
Whether it’s a spontaneous conversation taking place on Cougar Walk, a team of lab
students working together in Segerstrom Science Center, or a community celebration
at the baptismal pond, belonging is a central aspect of the APU student experience.
This Christ-centered community supports students as they seek answers to life’s most
important questions and grow in their faith so that they can serve others and impact
the world for Christ.
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Luke Rockney ’27
Luke Rockney ’27 is a familiar face to many on campus from playing in chapel band
and giving tours as an admissions intern. By engaging in his business and honors classes,
Luke is developing academically and spiritually and fostering a strong sense of community.
Read Luke’s Story
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Natalie Hultgren ’26
Natalie shares God’s care and compassion with those in need, at home and abroad. Her
experiences as a nursing major at APU shape her to live out her calling as a servant
leader in health care.
Read Natalie’s Story
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Madey Sule ’27
Madey is an international student majoring in engineering and Honors humanities. She
plans to give back to her country of Nigeria by becoming a biomedical engineer and
helping those in need.
Read Madey’s Story
Meet Our Faculty and Staff
APU’s faculty and staff create environments where students experience holistic transformation
through rigorous academics, mentorship, and care for their whole person. It inspires
compassionate leadership, and students put
God First
to serve the world with faith and empathy.
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Jill Brennan-Lincoln, MA
Brennan-Lincoln’s favorite part of being a professor is the one-on-one time she gets
with students, which she uses to help them become exceptional at their craft so they
can make an impact for Christ.
Read Jill’s Story
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Dave Blomquist, MA
Blomquist loves being a coach, and comes alongside his players to help them discover
their passions and giftings and how those things are pointing them to God’s mission
for their lives.
Read Dave’s Story
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Kevin Sheng-Lin Huang, PhD, and Louise Ko Huang, PhD
Kevin and Louise Huang feel privileged to journey alongside students as they grow
in their faith and their knowledge of the sciences at APU. Their mentorship extends
beyond the classroom, as they invite students over for home-cooked meals at Café Huang
to connect about what God is doing in their lives.
Read Kevin and Louise’s Story
Meet Our Alumni
Through the transformative power of APU’s Christ-centered education, our graduates
cross the commencement stage equipped to live out their higher calling. APU alumni
are making an impact in meaningful careers, service, and ministry to help meet society’s
greatest needs. Revisit this page as we share more alumni stories or visit
APU’s YouTube
channel to view more films.
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Josh Holm ’15
Through his fashion company, Castles & Queens, Holm shares a powerful message to inspire
others.
Read Josh’s Story
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Bailey Wilson ’18
Wilson’s food truck company, Bondi Bowls, impacts communities by serving healthy acai
bowls across more than 20 locations in seven states.
Read Bailey’s Story
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Erick Quintanilla ’11, MM ’13
Quintanilla loves giving back to the community as director of bands at Glendora High
School by helping students grow in their music skills.
Read Erick’s Story
Explore APU
APU’s life-changing education develops disciple-scholars, equipping you to succeed
in your field and make a difference in the world.
Schedule a Visit
Request Information
Apply Now
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Home
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APU Stories
APU Stories
Lifelong Transformation. Eternal Impact.
APU’s story is a tapestry, woven together by the individual stories that comprise
our community. These emerge from the lives of students who discover and use their
God-given talents. They are written in classrooms and libraries, on the athletic field,
and across the globe. You’ll find them in the hands of future nurses, in the hearts
of compassionate teachers, and in the minds of innovative entrepreneurs.
From these inspiring stories, ours is formed. It’s one of lifelong transformation
and eternal impact that has been building for more than 125 years, and it’s a story
you can’t get anywhere else.
Student Stories
Faculty/Staff Stories
Alumni Stories
Meet Our Students
Whether it’s a spontaneous conversation taking place on Cougar Walk, a team of lab
students working together in Segerstrom Science Center, or a community celebration
at the baptismal pond, belonging is a central aspect of the APU student experience.
This Christ-centered community supports students as they seek answers to life’s most
important questions and grow in their faith so that they can serve others and impact
the world for Christ.
Open modal
Luke Rockney ’27
Luke Rockney ’27 is a familiar face to many on campus from playing in chapel band
and giving tours as an admissions intern. By engaging in his business and honors classes,
Luke is developing academically and spiritually and fostering a strong sense of community.
Read Luke’s Story
Open modal
Natalie Hultgren ’26
Natalie shares God’s care and compassion with those in need, at home and abroad. Her
experiences as a nursing major at APU shape her to live out her calling as a servant
leader in health care.
Read Natalie’s Story
Open modal
Madey Sule ’27
Madey is an international student majoring in engineering and Honors humanities. She
plans to give back to her country of Nigeria by becoming a biomedical engineer and
helping those in need.
Read Madey’s Story
Meet Our Faculty and Staff
APU’s faculty and staff create environments where students experience holistic transformation
through rigorous academics, mentorship, and care for their whole person. It inspires
compassionate leadership, and students put
God First
to serve the world with faith and empathy.
Open modal
Jill Brennan-Lincoln, MA
Brennan-Lincoln’s favorite part of being a professor is the one-on-one time she gets
with students, which she uses to help them become exceptional at their craft so they
can make an impact for Christ.
Read Jill’s Story
Open modal
Dave Blomquist, MA
Blomquist loves being a coach, and comes alongside his players to help them discover
their passions and giftings and how those things are pointing them to God’s mission
for their lives.
Read Dave’s Story
Open modal
Kevin Sheng-Lin Huang, PhD, and Louise Ko Huang, PhD
Kevin and Louise Huang feel privileged to journey alongside students as they grow
in their faith and their knowledge of the sciences at APU. Their mentorship extends
beyond the classroom, as they invite students over for home-cooked meals at Café Huang
to connect about what God is doing in their lives.
Read Kevin and Louise’s Story
Meet Our Alumni
Through the transformative power of APU’s Christ-centered education, our graduates
cross the commencement stage equipped to live out their higher calling. APU alumni
are making an impact in meaningful careers, service, and ministry to help meet society’s
greatest needs. Revisit this page as we share more alumni stories or visit
APU’s YouTube
channel to view more films.
Open modal
Josh Holm ’15
Through his fashion company, Castles & Queens, Holm shares a powerful message to inspire
others.
Read Josh’s Story
Open modal
Bailey Wilson ’18
Wilson’s food truck company, Bondi Bowls, impacts communities by serving healthy acai
bowls across more than 20 locations in seven states.
Read Bailey’s Story
Open modal
Erick Quintanilla ’11, MM ’13
Quintanilla loves giving back to the community as director of bands at Glendora High
School by helping students grow in their music skills.
Read Erick’s Story
Explore APU
APU’s life-changing education develops disciple-scholars, equipping you to succeed
in your field and make a difference in the world.
Schedule a Visit
Request Information
Apply Now
©