Publisher Description

Located in the community of Azusa, 26 miles northeast of Los Angeles, Azusa Pacific University is nestled among the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains, which provide a rugged backdrop for two campuses. The 52-acre East Campus is situated at the intersection of Alosta and Citrus Avenues, while the 22-acre West Campus is located a quarter-mile away on Foothill Boulevard. The mission statement for the university declares that it is "an evangelical Christian community of disciples and scholars who seek to advance the work of God in the world through academic excellence in liberal arts and professional programs of higher education that encourage students to develop a Christian perspective of truth and life." The university's four cornerstones are Christ, scholarship, community, and service. Throughout the history of the university, there have been several name changes and location changes; but, as illustrated in this pictorial history, the university's motto—"God First"—has remained unchanged.

Author Biography

Ken Otto is the special collections librarian and universityKen Otto is the special collections librarian and university archivist at Azusa Pacific University. Using historical pho archivist at Azusa Pacific University. Using historical photographs that are housed in the university archives, he has tographs that are housed in the university archives, he has compiled a chronological timeline of the university from itscompiled a chronological timeline of the university from its founding in 1899 to the present. founding in 1899 to the present.

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Publication: Pasadena Star-News Article Title: A little bit of marriage, history and astronauts Author: Michelle J. Mills Date: 11/8/2008 Strengthen your relationship with "Just How Married Do You Want To Be?" (IVP Books, $15) by Jim and Sarah Sumner. The book explores the Biblical model of marriage and addresses conflict resolution, defining expectations, creating oneness, building and Christ-centered marriage and more. Jim Sumner works at NewSong Church in San Dimas. His wife, Sarah Sumner, works at the School of Theology, Azusa Pacific University. Ken Otto's "Azusa Pacific University" (Arcadia Publishing, $20) is the newest addition to the Campus History Series. The book follows the university from its founding in 1899 to the present with more than 200 vintage photographs. You'll view and read about its various locations, presidents, famous visitors and more. Chino resident Otto graduated from APU in 1977 and is the institution's special collections librarian and university archivist. He also plays piano professionally and does genealogical research. Not just cute, but informative, "Astronaut Handbook" (Alfred A. Knopf Books for Young Readers, $17) by Meghan McCarthy answers space questions for ages 5-8 (plus many adults). With simple language and bright illustrations it tells readers how to become an astronaut, what they eat, how they go to the bathroom in space and more. McCarthy built a spaceship in her garage at age 6, but didn't make it to Mars. The New York author-illustrator's other works include "The Adventures of Patty and the Big Red Bus" and "Strong Man."

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