- Wrestling With the Text By Engaging in Colloquy with Hannah Kersemeier
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.
15m | Mar 22, 2023 - Role of Relationships in Research with Brenna Gittins
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.
14m | Dec 13, 2021 - Creating Lasting Relationships with Adam Huxell
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.
14m | Dec 6, 2021 - Leadership Rooted in Identity with Max Wilson
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.
18m | Nov 29, 2021 - Cultivating Our Careers With a Christian Worldview with Bianca Macasaet
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.
11m | Nov 22, 2021 - The Power of Prayer with Kate Seaton
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!
13m | Nov 16, 2021 - Discovering Truth Through Different Perspectives with Jihyo Kwak
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.
15m | Nov 8, 2021 - Seeking Truth & Understanding with Conner Chick
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.
16m | Nov 1, 2021 - Faith Integration in the Honors College with Kylea Moshier
How can we grow as disciples and scholars? Kylea shares her journey with the academic faith integration with her texts in the Honors College. Let's take an inside look at how a Christ-centered community can strengthen our discipleship! Learn more about the Honors College at Azusa Pacific University at apu.edu/honors.
13m | Oct 25, 2021 - Removing Expectations & Unnecessary Pressure with Eimee Ponciano
How can we academically read the Bible with authenticity? Eimee encourages us to authentically engage with the Bible and relieve unnecessary pressure to have all of the answers. Let's take an inside look at the importance of removing expectations and focusing on our potential for growth! Learn more about the Honors College at Azusa Pacific University at apu.edu/honors.
13m | Oct 18, 2021 - Uncertainties Strengthen Our Own Understanding with Maya Barrientos
How can our faith journeys empower the development of our understanding? Maya shares her journey throughout her first-year and how her fresh perspective on faith fuels her personal growth. Let's take an inside look at how our uncertainties can strengthen our understanding! Learn more about the Honors College at Azusa Pacific University at apu.edu/honors.
11m | Oct 11, 2021 - Engaging in Challenging Conversations with Katie Webster
Have you ever struggled with balancing listening and engaging in Socratic dialogues? Katie urges us to be present in the moment and positively engage in conversations around challenging topics. Let's take an inside look at how your authentic self can help you engage with challenging texts in a meaningful way! Learn more about the Honors College at Azusa Pacific University at apu.edu/honors.
15m | Oct 4, 2021 - Benefits of Collaborative Community with Halle Martin
How can diverse perspectives enrich our community through conversations? Halle shares the benefits of a collaborative community and the positive impact of surrounding yourself with people that can challenge you to become a better person. Let's take an inside look at how we can use our strengths to help lift ourselves and those around us! Learn more about the Honors College at Azusa Pacific University at apu.edu/honors.
16m | Sep 27, 2021 - Empowering Scholarship Through Powerful Questions with Christian Harper
How can powerful questions empower our discipleship and scholarship? Christian shares his thoughts on how community can be a bridge between discipleship and scholarship. Let's take an inside look at the power of asking questions in community! Learn more about the Honors College at Azusa Pacific University at apu.edu/honors.
14m | Sep 20, 2021 - Practical Habits to Improve Your Scholarship with Katie Rehberger
What are some practical habits to help us become better writers and scholars? Katie offers us some useful writing and time managing tips to reduce any intimidation around the writing assignments in the Honors College. Let's take an inside look at how our habits can help reduce uncertainty in our academic scholarship! Learn more about the Honors College at Azusa Pacific University at apu.edu/honors.
13m | Sep 15, 2021 - A Journey of Personal Growth with Intellectual Hospitality with Roxana Karimi
Have you ever faced the challenge of contributing or relating to a conversation or book? Roxy shares her experience of learning to let go of internal pressures in order to embrace different perspectives as we embrace a space of intellectual hospitality. Join us as we learn how to engage in discussions with our authentic selves. Learn more about the Honors College at Azusa Pacific University at apu.edu/honors.
25m | Sep 8, 2021 - Valuing the Gift of Being Yourself with Jasmine Kolano
When was the last time that you had a life-giving conversation with a mentor or friend? As an alumnus, Jasmine shares about the value of sitting and being with people has the power to highlight the gift of being yourself. Let's take an inside look at how God sees the leader within us when we cannot see it ourselves. Learn more about the Honors College at Azusa Pacific University at apu.edu/honors.
28m | Aug 18, 2021 - From Character Development to Compound Interest with Nicholas Chera
When was the last time you reflected on your experience in the Honors College at Azusa Pacific University? As an alumnus, Nicholas reflects back on how his character and leadership development while contributing to our community's success and growth in the moments of failure. Let's take an inside look at how our character development pays compound interest throughout our lives. Learn more about the Honors College at Azusa Pacific University at apu.edu/honors.
18m | Aug 12, 2021 - Connection Between Medicine & Humanity with Sarah O’Dell
Have you ever wondered about the connection between medicine and humanity? As an alumnus, Sarah shares how being mentored by faculty in the Honors Program has led to her vocational development and personal growth. Let's take an inside look at how empathy in literature and humanizing healthcare has been cultivated through mentorship. Learn more about the Honors College at Azusa Pacific University at apu.edu/honors.
17m | Jul 12, 2021 - Growing as a Disciple with Alexis Vaughn
How can learning in community lead to personal growth as a disciple? Alexis talks about how reading through the Bible in community can enrich the learning experience in the Honors College. Let's take an inside look at how community and discipleship can positively inform a person’s faith. Learn more about the Honors College at Azusa Pacific University at apu.edu/honors.
13m | Apr 21, 2021
