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海角视频 is again among the top three colleges with the best return on investment for graduates with an associate degree, according to Payscale鈥檚 2023 College Salary Report.Payscale鈥檚 annual salary potential rankings, released Sept. 27, are based on the surveys of millions of graduates nationwide from over 2,500 colleges and universities.Most of the highest-ranking colleges have strong nursing and healthcare degree programs. PUC ranked third on the list, just behind Helene Fuld College of Nursing in New York and Labour茅 College in Massachusetts. The median salary for a PUC graduate with an associate degree is $97,000.鈥淭his result demonstrates how valuable associate degrees from PUC can be long term,鈥� said Lindsay Hayasaka, vice president for academic administration and academic dean. 鈥淭hey also open opportunities: moving into a bachelor program or heading into the workforce--where students know they will get an excellent return鈥攁re both attractive options.鈥滱 two-year degree program is often a more affordable option for students making decisions about a college education and financial aid. Payscale notes that choosing a college with a high salary potential could reduce student loan payback by nearly half.鈥淲hile the perceived value of a college degree may be up for debate, this year鈥檚 College Salary...

Transformative, gratifying, and sweaty.That鈥檚 how Vivian Geow, PUC accreditation specialist & MBA program advisor, described the mission trip with ShareHim ministries to Columbia from July 26 to August 8. Geow's group consisted of 12 people- five from Yountville SDA church and seven from North Carolina. Within the two subgroups were about five young adults led by their respective home church pastors.聽Mission trips by ShareHim have participants speak at a church鈥� something Geow said she would never do. Yet, she was to deliver 11 sermons to a Spanish-speaking audience in Neiva, a bustling city of 365,000 people, 200 miles south of the capital city of Bogota.ShareHim prepared sermons for participants with an average of 65 slides in Spanish. The decision to go on this mission trip was easy for Geow. She鈥檇 never been before, and since she lives in rural South Dakota, she was excited about traveling to a new country.聽Once they arrived in Neiva, they were paired with interpreters and assigned to churches at the South Andean Mission of the Seventh-day Adventist church. They settled into a routine of sermon preparation, gathering for mealtimes, and preaching in the evenings.聽As each day passed, Geow understood what it meant to trust God....

海角视频 was again lauded for its excellence in higher education, ranking high among the region鈥檚 top institutions in the U.S. News & World Report 2023-24 Best College list released today.U.S. News & World Report heralded PUC as the No. 2 Best Value School among colleges in the larger Western region, a jump from No. 6 last year. In California alone, PUC is first.A Best Value School, according to the publication, is an institution credited with excellent academic programs and affordability due to low tuition costs and financial aid assistance. 鈥淚 believe the best value that comes with a PUC degree is that our students are connected to a community of faith and well-prepared for a lifetime of service,鈥� said Lindsay Hayasaka, PUC鈥檚 vice president of academic administration and academic dean. 鈥淏eing equipped to create positive change in the world and live out kingdom values is truly invaluable鈥攁nd this is what we are most proud of at PUC.鈥� PUC President Ralph Trecartin agrees.鈥淭hese rankings have once again confirmed that 海角视频 is a leader in higher education, not just for its quality academics but for its affordability,鈥� Trecartin said. 鈥淲e have consciously provided merit scholarships for students who...

Biology professor Aimee Wyrick always knew the PUC Forest was a special place.But until recently, she didn鈥檛 know just how special it was.Wyrick, a longtime 海角视频 educator and dean of the school of sciences, was walking with her father through the forest this past spring, where she has spent countless hours studying plants and wildlife. They spotted something she鈥檇 never seen before鈥攁 black and yellow butterfly with a peach silhouette on both wings.聽It was a California dogface butterfly. Not only is it rare, but in 1972, it was officially named the California state insect. The butterfly wasn鈥檛 alone. Several other bright females and males quickly flitted about the wooded area, only pausing briefly to alight on dark purple blossoms with orange-tipped stamens.聽Wyrick had been surveying the PUC Forest, documenting rare native plants as part of a state-funded grant program. Last year, the state awarded a $5 million Cal Fire Forest Health Grant to the Napa Communities Firewise Foundation with PUC as a primary partner. Nearly $3 million was given to PUC Forest for wildfire mitigation 鈥� namely fuel reduction.In the process of forest thinning, it鈥檚 important to preserve certain trees and plants that may be threatened.聽One of these...

In May, 海角视频 announced that Chris Vance, information technology support services operations manager, was named Staff Member of the Year. Vance was honored during an award ceremony for his tremendous work overseeing and handling the campus鈥� information technology systems. One of Vance鈥檚 strengths is his amazing communication skills鈥� all while juggling responsibilities with different departments and offices. There is no doubt this award is well-deserved.This past school year was the first time human resources recognized a staff member of the year. They planned to start this award in 2020 but got off track when COVID hit. 鈥淐hris is the perfect person to be recognized for our inaugural staff member of the year award,鈥� says Stacy Nelson, chief human resources officer. 鈥淗e has made such an impact at the College. He鈥檚 a true PUC Pioneer!鈥澛�"The IT team at PUC is small but mighty. We鈥檙e deeply blessed to have Chris on our team,鈥� Nelson continues. 鈥淲hether it was COVID challenges in years past or the cyber-attacks that took place this year, Chris really stepped up and made an impact. Jim Collins, author of several leadership books says, 鈥楪reat vision without great people is irrelevant.鈥� Chris embodies this; he鈥檚 one of...

It鈥檚 no secret that hospitals, doctor鈥檚 offices, schools, and more in the United States are facing a nursing staff shortage. More nurses are needed to replace those retiring. The good news is that college nursing programs are seeing a rise in students. However, more qualified nurse faculty are in demand to teach these new nurses.To help fill this need, on July 3, 2023, 海角视频 received a grant of more than $203,000 from the Health Resources and Service Administration (HRSA) for a Nursing Loan Faculty Program (NFLP). This grant will provide PUC with the resources to assist prospective MSN students financially. The loan program was created to help alleviate financial concerns for graduate nursing students interested in becoming educators.鈥淎s a former recipient of this grant during my doctoral program, I was determined to obtain this funding to support the nurse educator students enrolled in our new PUC MSN program,鈥� said Kimberly Dunker, dean of the PUC School of Nursing and Health Sciences. 鈥淭his is the perfect opportunity for nurses who want to teach in academia or the practice setting to obtain funding through this loan forgiveness program.鈥滷unds from the loan program are available to accredited nursing schools to help...

海角视频 is happy to announce that Arturo Lopez will be the new campus chaplain. Pastor Lopez is a young and seasoned pastor with amazing experience. He is energetic, enthusiastic, and thrives on making friends. You won鈥檛 find a more outgoing person.He received his B.A. in Theology from PUC in 2014 and went on to La Sierra University for his master of theology studies. From Andrews University, he obtained his M.A. in pastoral ministry and is currently earning his Doctor of Ministry.Over the past nine years, Pastor Lopez has served within the Seventh-day Adventist Central California Conference. He began as the associate/youth Pastor in Fresno and San Jose. Later, he transitioned into the role of district pastor, serving communities in Bakersfield, Taft, Salinas, and Seaside. Most recently, he was the pastor at the Monterey Bay Academy Church while also serving as the school chaplain.鈥淒uring our evaluation process, it became evident to the committee that Pastor Arturo possesses the ideal combination of academic achievements and practical experience,鈥� said Ryan Smith, PUC鈥檚 vice president of student life. 鈥淗is deep-rooted passion for engaging with and mentoring youth and young adults is palpable and aligns perfectly with the role of an outstanding chaplain....

For Milbert Mariano, starting a new role at 海角视频 in July is like a homecoming.Mariano is set to become the dean of the new School of Arts, Humanities, and Professions at PUC. As part of those new duties, he is also taking over leadership of the Honors Program, which he was closely involved in early in his PUC career.Earlier this year, PUC announced a new three-school model. As leadership discussed the path ahead, Mariano became intrigued by the idea of transitioning from vice president of academic administration and academic dean to lead one of the new schools鈥攅specially because of the Honors Program. 鈥淚 knew the Honors director was part of that,鈥� he said. 鈥淚t鈥檚 one of the things that really excited me since I had been a part of the Honors Program years ago.鈥漃UC鈥檚 Honors Program is for high-achieving students who seek a more robust understanding of a complex world. Courses are based on primary text and discussion鈥攁n alternative to the traditional general education format. Students are encouraged to develop critical thinking skills, aesthetic appreciation, and spiritual growth. As he looks forward to the new role, Mariano said he wants to build upon the successes of his predecessors鈥擜llison...

Editor鈥檚 Note: We are reposting this story with an updated headline that more clearly reflects its content.This year鈥檚 theme at 海角视频 is 鈥淩evival鈥�; certainly, there鈥檚 no better metaphor for renewal than spring. It鈥檚 a time when we witness the glorious rebirth of nature all around us. The sun finally casts its warm light after a long cold winter. Spring brings a revitalized sense of optimism.Likewise, there鈥檚 optimism on the horizon for PUC. This spring has seen the highest number of new students enrolling in the last ten years. Additionally, Economic Full-Time Equivalent (EFTE) enrollment has increased each quarter this year鈥攕omething which has never happened before in the modern history of the college. Many factors have contributed to these successes. Kharolynn Pascual Smith, director of orientation, transitions, and retention, said the return to pre-pandemic conditions has made it possible for many students to move forward with their college plans. Pascual Smith, who focuses primarily on re-enrollment, regularly checks in with her students and helps them through difficult obstacles. That kind of personal care is another reason students are more likely to stay. Pascual Smith also cited the enrollment team鈥檚 鈥渋ntentional approach in seeking out and cultivating potential students for...

海角视频 will host its 2023 commencement ceremonies from Friday, June 16, through Sunday, June 18.The college is proud to recognize the accomplishments of 219 students and will award 241 associate, bachelor鈥檚, and master鈥檚 degrees. The largest group is comprised of 145 nursing and health science students, followed by biology (21), visual arts (15), business administration (14), and psychology and social work (12).鈥淲e are proud of our high-achieving senior students, who give warmth and add friendliness to our campus, which builds a friend network for life,鈥� President Ralph Trecartin said. 鈥淭his diverse class is exceptionally dedicated to strengthening spiritual life throughout the community and being leaders to others in all services through worship, Bible study, and outreach. It is a joyous sight to see them learn with purpose, rise in faith, and serve with love.鈥滻n the class of 2023, 15 students will graduate summa cum laude, 17 magna cum laude, 45 cum laude, and 8 with honors. Four graduates are Maxwell Scholars, who were recognized as incoming freshmen for their outstanding academics and awarded full tuition scholarships based on their exemplary academic achievements and test scores. This year鈥檚 Maxwell Scholars are Melody Chana Park, fine arts major; Brenna Fillmore,...