School of the Arts

Kresge Plaza on APU’s West Campus is flanked by the Felix Event Center (top) and Darling Library (right).

Azusa Pacific’s School of the Arts, encompassing the Department of Art, Department of Cinematic Arts, Department of DesignDepartment of Music, and Department of Theater Arts, furthers artistic collaboration and integration and expands the impact of the arts on campus, in local communities, and around the world. Within the college, art, cinema, design, music, and theater students work in an environment that supports excellence and artistic integrity firmly grounded in the Christian faith. Among the full-time faculty are numerous industry professionals who bring decades of experience to the classroom.

All programs housed in the School of the Arts provide students with practical techniques, knowledge, analytical skills, preparation for professional success, and a solid integration of faith and scholarship that allow them to practice their craft and positively impact the world.

Faculty

Interim Dean

John E. Simons, DMA