In the 1950s, Peter Gordon Gould (Unangax̂) from Unga, AK advocated for a unique liberal arts university to serve Alaska and Alaska Natives. In 2018, we reaffirmed our founding mission…
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APU publishes FY21 Annual Report
The 2020-2021 Annual Report provides an overview of Alaska Pacific University, its financials, and its impact. Click below to view the eight-page report, packed with stories, photos, and campus stats…
APU Nordic Program to Partner with China
Recently Alaska Pacific University President Bob Onders traveled to China with Alaska Governor Bill Walker and 40 other leaders in the Alaska business realm in a group effort to strengthen…
Greetings from Dr. Bob Onders
Greetings, Great educational programs lead to meaningful changes for individuals, families, communities, and for the entire State of Alaska. Education is critical to the health of individuals, communities, and the…
Dr. Don Bantz Announces Transition
After seven wonderful years serving as APU’s President, Joan and I are retiring. We can do so knowing that the University now has a strong path to the future because…
A Generous Donation
We thank Northrim Bank for their annual donation to APU’s business programs. Northrim’s investment in higher education is truly admirable. Through Northrim Bank, and our many other generous donors, we…
Update on College Scorecards
I have written several pieces about college affordability, student debt levels, and the value of a college degree on this blog site. This entry continues that line of inquiry. APU…
Update on College Scorecards
I have written several pieces about college affordability, student debt levels, and the value of a college degree on this blog site. This entry continues that line of inquiry. APU…
The Eco League: How Consortia Expand Student Opportunities
APU is a member of the Eco League, a consortium of U.S. liberal arts colleges, dedicated to teaching sustainability across the curriculum, facilities and operations. Launched in 2003, the Eco…
Bantz: Expedition Alaska is ‘transformative’
Among faculty traveling the Yukon River with APU’s Expedition Alaska course was University President Don Bantz. He’s back at his desk, giving thought to Expedition AK 2014, and sends along…
