
Jessup Launches Sacramento’s First Faith-based
NURSING PROGRAM
Spring semester 2023 marked the launch of Jessup’s new BSN nursing program. WASC has approved Jessup’s School of Natural and Applied Sciences to offer a BSN program, which has received full approval from the California Board of Registered Nursing. Our BSN program is supported by our advisory board, comprised of experts in the field of healthcare.
Letter From
the President

Jessup University is a fast-growing innovative and transformational community with a lot of activity on our campuses (Rocklin, San Jose and online). Academics, athletics, and arts are all thriving in a spiritually dynamic atmosphere.
Features
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Scholar Showcase: Fostering Excellence Among Generation Z
Jessup University’s annual Scholar Showcase is an exclusive event where students who have demonstrated academic and extracurricular excellence get to connect, celebrate their hard work,…
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Preview Day – There’s a Spot at Jessup Only You Can Fill!
Faculty, staff, and peers invite prospective students and their families to a day-long event filled with discovery and connection as they meet professors, hear from…
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Know Your Why: How to Succeed at Jessup Online
Like many working adults, Megan Harris knew there would be a learning curve to earning her graduate degree online. Technology changes. Teaching methods evolve. As…
In this Issue

Teaching Brings New Purpose
We hear the sentiment that God works in mysterious ways often enough, but when it comes to the career trajectory of alumnus Thomas Graham, God’s fingerprints are all over it….
Living Her Dream Built on a Jessup Foundation
HOLLI PRUHSMEIER Most people don’t describe their job replete with adventure, and most don’t have the opportunity to fly in a helicopter for work. But alumna Holli Pruhsmeier does. She…
Career Trajectory Launched at Jessup
JASON PETERS Back in 2016, alumnus Jason Peters was the first graduate from Jessup’s environmental science program. Peters education prepared him well for his career pursuits and his connection to…
Alumni Updates
Alumni Updates Check out the latest alumni updates. From career to pastoral to residential moves, read on to learn what some of our favorite people have been doing all for…
Ode to Jessup
Ode to Jessup BY ED KACZMAREK UNIVERSITY ADVANCEMENT OFFICER It was San Jose in ’39 Brother Bill was preachin’ fine He had a few students form a line – The…
MLK Award Recognizes Alumna Jackie Turner
When Jackie Turner graduated from Jessup University in 2015, she was already active in evangelism ministries for the Kingdom overseeing the nonprofit homeless outreach ministry she started known as “Taking…
Reaching, Teaching and Learning in the California Prison System
LORIE MCCANN It’s only natural for first-year teachers to envision how their classrooms will look and to develop strategies to educate and connect with their students. For alumna Lorie McCann,…
In Search of a Better Life – Isabella Carreiro
ISABELLA CARREIRO Many Jessup students overcome significant obstacles in their pursuit of Christian higher education and Isabella Carreiro is no exception. Originally from Sao Paulo, Brazil, Carreiro didn’t speak English…
In Memoriam: Remembering Jo Jessup
IN MEMORIAM: REMEMBERING JO JESSUP Shirley-Jo Hulburt was born December 15, 1933 in Los Angeles. Growing up in Southern California, she later met and married Bryce Jessup while attending San…
The Institute for Biodiversity and the Environment
Jessup’s Institute for Biodiversity and the Environment (IBE) is working on four projects including the Pacific Crest Trail Biodiversity Megatransect, Raccoon and Doty Creek Salmonid Emigration and Distribution study, Burrowing…
Exposing Vs. Exploiting: Navigating Sensitive Stories
I was 21 years old, in my first week of grad school, and my roommate asked about my story. Immediately, I delved into the challenging relationship from which I removed…
Learning to Read Scripture with Jesus and the Early Church
My love for the Bible was ignited during my undergraduate studies at Jessup. In my first semester as a transfer student, in the spring of 2007, Dr. Merilyn Copeland opened…
Training the Next Generation of Pastoral Leaders
Jessup’s Kern Scholar program is in its second year and continues to focus on training the next generation of pastors and leaders. The unique accelerated program is geared for students…
Exceptionally Employable the Jessup Way
Every college student has a dream job, but for alumnus Cody Cantrell, obtaining his came with a lot of grit, determination and perseverance. Cantrell works for the world’s premier consulting…
Refined: Jessup’s Philanthropic Society for Women
God so loved us first that we might learn how to love one another. Philanthropy can be defined as love for humankind. It is derived from the Greek words “philos,”…
Environmental Science Program Delivers a Meaningful Career
Jessup wasn’t Kasia Kaphan’s first college choice but after just one semester at a state university left her feeling disconnected, she decided to learn more about the greater Sacramento region’s…
Sydney Fuentes
The college years are often filled with transition. Especially when students pursue a specific field, only to find plans changing. Alumna Sydney Fuentes originally set her sights on becoming a…
Jessup Partners with Adventist Health
One of Jessup’s loyal community partners is Adventist Health, an organization whose mission is “Living God’s love by inspiring health, wholeness, and hope.” Only a few minutes away from the…
Brooke Drewry
Reflecting on her Jessup experience, alumna Brooke Drewry put it this way, “Jessup made such a difference in my life, I just want to be able to give back, however…
Rodney Tabares
God created each of us in His image, as unique individuals. These differences are designed to make us better together. From a business standpoint, diversity is paramount for any organization…
Carson Sloan
Some students might say the global pandemic put an abrupt halt to their plans, but for transfer student Carson Sloan, he utilized that time to reflect and reassess what mattered…
Visual and Performing Arts Update
Last fall semester was one for the record books for Jessup’s Visual and Performing Arts. Throughout the semester, Jessup students engaged in all areas of the performing arts — acting…
Brandon Farmer
After high school graduation in Nebraska, Jessup’s Director of Student Life, Brandon Farmer, enrolled his somewhat angsty 19-year-old self eastward across the country at Indiana’s Anderson University. There, he pursued…
Give:24
Positively impacting the student experience runs deep at Jessup. It’s the platform that fosters engagement in every aspect of the students’ journey, so they can meet the challenges of our…
Jessup Stunt
When Alexis Blunk walks into Warrior Arena, home of Jessup STUNT, her eyes are drawn to a new addition to the arena’s décor: a banner. Blunk, entering year three as…
Jessup Unveils First Campaign
Jessup has come a long way from its humble beginnings when it opened its doors in 1939 with just 14 students. Back then, it wasn’t unusual for students to pile…
Preserve Clover Valley
Jessup University recently announced the purchase of over 400 acres at Clover Valley, a neighboring nature preserve that remains one of the last undeveloped low-foothill valleys in the rapidly urbanizing…
Equitable Learning Environments
There are lots of perks to living in or near a big city, but that hustle and bustle isn’t for everyone. That’s why so many families find middle ground in…
Nursing Program
As the end of yet another cold and flu season nears, reports of RSV, Covid and the need for surgical procedures and ongoing medical care will continue. According to the…
Teaching Brings New Purpose
We hear the sentiment that God works in mysterious ways often enough, but when it comes to the career trajectory of alumnus Thomas Graham, God’s fingerprints are all over it….
Living Her Dream Built on a Jessup Foundation
HOLLI PRUHSMEIER Most people don’t describe their job replete with adventure, and most don’t have the opportunity to fly in a helicopter for work. But alumna Holli Pruhsmeier does. She…
Career Trajectory Launched at Jessup
JASON PETERS Back in 2016, alumnus Jason Peters was the first graduate from Jessup’s environmental science program. Peters education prepared him well for his career pursuits and his connection to…
Alumni Updates
Alumni Updates Check out the latest alumni updates. From career to pastoral to residential moves, read on to learn what some of our favorite people have been doing all for…
MLK Award Recognizes Alumna Jackie Turner
When Jackie Turner graduated from Jessup University in 2015, she was already active in evangelism ministries for the Kingdom overseeing the nonprofit homeless outreach ministry she started known as “Taking…
Reaching, Teaching and Learning in the California Prison System
LORIE MCCANN It’s only natural for first-year teachers to envision how their classrooms will look and to develop strategies to educate and connect with their students. For alumna Lorie McCann,…
In Memoriam: Remembering Jo Jessup
IN MEMORIAM: REMEMBERING JO JESSUP Shirley-Jo Hulburt was born December 15, 1933 in Los Angeles. Growing up in Southern California, she later met and married Bryce Jessup while attending San…
Exceptionally Employable the Jessup Way
Every college student has a dream job, but for alumnus Cody Cantrell, obtaining his came with a lot of grit, determination and perseverance. Cantrell works for the world’s premier consulting…
Environmental Science Program Delivers a Meaningful Career
Jessup wasn’t Kasia Kaphan’s first college choice but after just one semester at a state university left her feeling disconnected, she decided to learn more about the greater Sacramento region’s…
Brooke Drewry
Reflecting on her Jessup experience, alumna Brooke Drewry put it this way, “Jessup made such a difference in my life, I just want to be able to give back, however…
Rodney Tabares
God created each of us in His image, as unique individuals. These differences are designed to make us better together. From a business standpoint, diversity is paramount for any organization…Jessup Athletics Officially Heading to NCAA
Jessup University’s application for membership into NCAA Division II is officially approved! This news, the most momentous in Jessup Athletics’ history, ensures the University begins NCAA competition in fall 2024….
Nursing Program
As the end of yet another cold and flu season nears, reports of RSV, Covid and the need for surgical procedures and ongoing medical care will continue. According to the…
Jessup Unveils First Campaign
Jessup has come a long way from its humble beginnings when it opened its doors in 1939 with just 14 students. Back then, it wasn’t unusual for students to pile…
Preserve Clover Valley
Jessup University recently announced the purchase of over 400 acres at Clover Valley, a neighboring nature preserve that remains one of the last undeveloped low-foothill valleys in the rapidly urbanizing…
Equitable Learning Environments
There are lots of perks to living in or near a big city, but that hustle and bustle isn’t for everyone. That’s why so many families find middle ground in…
Nursing Program
As the end of yet another cold and flu season nears, reports of RSV, Covid and the need for surgical procedures and ongoing medical care will continue. According to the…
Living Her Dream Built on a Jessup Foundation
HOLLI PRUHSMEIER Most people don’t describe their job replete with adventure, and most don’t have the opportunity to fly in a helicopter for work. But alumna Holli Pruhsmeier does. She…
Career Trajectory Launched at Jessup
JASON PETERS Back in 2016, alumnus Jason Peters was the first graduate from Jessup’s environmental science program. Peters education prepared him well for his career pursuits and his connection to…
Alumni Updates
Alumni Updates Check out the latest alumni updates. From career to pastoral to residential moves, read on to learn what some of our favorite people have been doing all for…
Ode to Jessup
Ode to Jessup BY ED KACZMAREK UNIVERSITY ADVANCEMENT OFFICER It was San Jose in ’39 Brother Bill was preachin’ fine He had a few students form a line – The…
MLK Award Recognizes Alumna Jackie Turner
When Jackie Turner graduated from Jessup University in 2015, she was already active in evangelism ministries for the Kingdom overseeing the nonprofit homeless outreach ministry she started known as “Taking…
Reaching, Teaching and Learning in the California Prison System
LORIE MCCANN It’s only natural for first-year teachers to envision how their classrooms will look and to develop strategies to educate and connect with their students. For alumna Lorie McCann,…
In Search of a Better Life – Isabella Carreiro
ISABELLA CARREIRO Many Jessup students overcome significant obstacles in their pursuit of Christian higher education and Isabella Carreiro is no exception. Originally from Sao Paulo, Brazil, Carreiro didn’t speak English…
In Memoriam: Remembering Jo Jessup
IN MEMORIAM: REMEMBERING JO JESSUP Shirley-Jo Hulburt was born December 15, 1933 in Los Angeles. Growing up in Southern California, she later met and married Bryce Jessup while attending San…
The Institute for Biodiversity and the Environment
Jessup’s Institute for Biodiversity and the Environment (IBE) is working on four projects including the Pacific Crest Trail Biodiversity Megatransect, Raccoon and Doty Creek Salmonid Emigration and Distribution study, Burrowing…
Exposing Vs. Exploiting: Navigating Sensitive Stories
I was 21 years old, in my first week of grad school, and my roommate asked about my story. Immediately, I delved into the challenging relationship from which I removed…
Learning to Read Scripture with Jesus and the Early Church
My love for the Bible was ignited during my undergraduate studies at Jessup. In my first semester as a transfer student, in the spring of 2007, Dr. Merilyn Copeland opened…
Training the Next Generation of Pastoral Leaders
Jessup’s Kern Scholar program is in its second year and continues to focus on training the next generation of pastors and leaders. The unique accelerated program is geared for students…
Exceptionally Employable the Jessup Way
Every college student has a dream job, but for alumnus Cody Cantrell, obtaining his came with a lot of grit, determination and perseverance. Cantrell works for the world’s premier consulting…
Refined: Jessup’s Philanthropic Society for Women
God so loved us first that we might learn how to love one another. Philanthropy can be defined as love for humankind. It is derived from the Greek words “philos,”…
Environmental Science Program Delivers a Meaningful Career
Jessup wasn’t Kasia Kaphan’s first college choice but after just one semester at a state university left her feeling disconnected, she decided to learn more about the greater Sacramento region’s…
Sydney Fuentes
The college years are often filled with transition. Especially when students pursue a specific field, only to find plans changing. Alumna Sydney Fuentes originally set her sights on becoming a…
Jessup Partners with Adventist Health
One of Jessup’s loyal community partners is Adventist Health, an organization whose mission is “Living God’s love by inspiring health, wholeness, and hope.” Only a few minutes away from the…
Brooke Drewry
Reflecting on her Jessup experience, alumna Brooke Drewry put it this way, “Jessup made such a difference in my life, I just want to be able to give back, however…
Rodney Tabares
God created each of us in His image, as unique individuals. These differences are designed to make us better together. From a business standpoint, diversity is paramount for any organization…
Carson Sloan
Some students might say the global pandemic put an abrupt halt to their plans, but for transfer student Carson Sloan, he utilized that time to reflect and reassess what mattered…
Visual and Performing Arts Update
Last fall semester was one for the record books for Jessup’s Visual and Performing Arts. Throughout the semester, Jessup students engaged in all areas of the performing arts — acting…
Brandon Farmer
After high school graduation in Nebraska, Jessup’s Director of Student Life, Brandon Farmer, enrolled his somewhat angsty 19-year-old self eastward across the country at Indiana’s Anderson University. There, he pursued…
Give:24
Positively impacting the student experience runs deep at Jessup. It’s the platform that fosters engagement in every aspect of the students’ journey, so they can meet the challenges of our…
Jessup Stunt
When Alexis Blunk walks into Warrior Arena, home of Jessup STUNT, her eyes are drawn to a new addition to the arena’s décor: a banner. Blunk, entering year three as…
Jessup Unveils First Campaign
Jessup has come a long way from its humble beginnings when it opened its doors in 1939 with just 14 students. Back then, it wasn’t unusual for students to pile…
Preserve Clover Valley
Jessup University recently announced the purchase of over 400 acres at Clover Valley, a neighboring nature preserve that remains one of the last undeveloped low-foothill valleys in the rapidly urbanizing…
Equitable Learning Environments
There are lots of perks to living in or near a big city, but that hustle and bustle isn’t for everyone. That’s why so many families find middle ground in…
Nursing Program
As the end of yet another cold and flu season nears, reports of RSV, Covid and the need for surgical procedures and ongoing medical care will continue. According to the…Alumni Giving Creates Opportunity
For most graduates, crossing the commencement stage marks the end of an era and the beginning of another journey chocked full of excitement and expectation. For many, the transition can…FAA Grant Supports Aviation Academy
Last May, Jessup University launched a new Aviation Academy program after receiving a $300K award through the FAA’s Aircraft Pilots Workforce Development Grant Program. The grant is designed to attract…Perfecting Her Talent From Jessup to the Symphony
As a student and musician who strives to be her best, continually polishing her craft, cellist and Jessup senior, Hannah Milam can be found not only performing with Jessup Music’s…Center for Church Health
Jessup University is excited to announce the launch of a new Center for Church Health (CCH) to encourage and equip local church leaders. God loves pastors. He has called and…Center for Bible Study
Theological education in United States churches is in crisis. On one hand, pastors and faith leaders around the country are sounding the alarm on an astonishing decline in biblical literacy…Introducing Karlix Tin Hang Lung
While most Jessup students come from California, there continues to be a growing number who hail from various regions across the United States as well as other countries. Senior Carlix…Code and Sensibility: ChatGPT in Humanities Research
Few developments in the last decade have impacted higher education so suddenly and dramatically as the December 2022 release of OpenAI’s chatbot ChatGPT. Responses from within higher-education ranged from eager…Brie Campbell
Playing an instrumental role in taking Jessup into NCAA Division II, Brie Campbell steps into the senior woman administrator (SWA) role. Stepping away from her former title of assistant athletic…Jessup Athletics Officially Heading to NCAA
Jessup University’s application for membership into NCAA Division II is officially approved! This news, the most momentous in Jessup Athletics’ history, ensures the University begins NCAA competition in fall 2024….Introducing Norm McDonald
It’s been said that storytelling is one of the oldest forms of communication, but most would agree, the medium has changed tremendously. From hieroglyphics on cave walls to digitized memes…Digital Communication, Art, & Design
When we launched a program called Digital Communication & Design four years ago at Jessup, we knew we were shaking up the traditional notion of a communication studies degree. The…Kinesiology
Jessup University now offers an exceptional five-year Bachelor to Master of Science in Kinesiology program. This innovative program seamlessly integrates undergraduate and graduate coursework, allowing students to expedite their educational…Accountancy
Regardless of where the economy is headed, businesses and other organizations continue to need professionals to manage their finances. Jessup has launched a new Bachelor of Accountancy (BAcc) degree that…New Biochemistry Offering
New Biochemistry Offering Jessup University has expanded its biology department to offer a full Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry. For over a decade, Jessup has offered an excellent biology education…Master in Counseling Psychology
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, more than one in five adults in the United States lives with a mental illness. Over one in five youth (ages…Letter from the President
Letter from the President As we begin the new academic year, Jessup continues to grow numerically and in our strategic ministry witness in the region. Praise God! A former key…Alumni Updates
Sean Anderson (‘16) recently earned his Master’s of Divinity at Vanderbilt University in TN where he will be working at their medical center as a chaplain resident this fall. Iesha…Artificial Intelligence in the Classroom
There were many reasons James Rivers decided to attend Jessup to earn his undergraduate degree in English. Excellent academics, a Christian environment and the ease of applying seemed to do…Internships Pave the Way to Professional Careers
We hear it time and again that internships are instrumental to landing the job of your dreams and for Richard Grimmett, theory proved true. Like many students, the pandemic caused…
Teaching Brings New Purpose
We hear the sentiment that God works in mysterious ways often enough, but when it comes to the career trajectory of alumnus Thomas Graham, God’s fingerprints are all over it….Accessibility the Jessup Way
As a junior in high school, first generation college student Elvis Rodriguez didn’t see himself taking the collegiate route for his future. “I didn’t think attending college was a realistic…Darnall Takes the Helm of Jessup Men’s Basketball Program
After an extensive national search, Jessup University is pleased to announce Mark Darnall has been selected as the next head coach of Jessup Men’s Basketball. “We had tremendous interest in…Father Knows Best…
Alumna Natalie Basaldua’s father saw serious potential in his five year-old daughter one day when the duo played a friendly game of catch. “My dad noticed I had a pretty…Finding his Niche in Counseling Psychology
Sometimes God changes our plans. We head out down a specific path only to emerge somewhere unexpected but often exactly where God can use us best. Jeff Machgan understands this…From Jessup to News Production
Digital Communication, Art and Design graduate Julia Findley recently accepted a position as morning news producer for Good Morning Reno at Kolo 8, a Gray television station. “While I never…Nehemiah Howard
Sophomore Nehemiah Howard knows where he is headed and Jessup is helping him achieve his goals and dreams. The 19-year-old came to Jessup as the recipient of a full ride…SOE Receives Grant Geared Toward Early Child Development Degree and Certification
Jessup’s School of Education (SOE) realizes the importance of creating a pipeline for future teachers and a continuum to serve the academic and social emotional learning needs of children starting…Jessup’s Newest Tradition
From tug of wars to dance marathons to trivia, most colleges have a favorite tradition and Jessup is not exempt. The Penguin Mailbox, Rikki Tikki, Nationball, late night breakfasts or…Faculty Research
Richard Yang – School of Business Breaking through the Secular Mold: How to Cultivate Responsible and Moral Leaders in the Age of Rationalization In the world of business, to succeed…Jessup Music Students at Mount Hermon
Last summer, Jessup Music students gained valuable experience serving at Mount Hermon Christian camp located in the Santa Cruz mountains. The students were on staff, leading worship for Mount Hermon’s…New in Advancement
Steve Velebit Steve Velebit recently joined Jessup’s Advancement team as director of development, strategic giving and is definitely hitting the ground running! Velebit is on the go, taking every opportunity…Judy Holsinger
Jessup’s music recording studio has undergone some hefty upgrades to better shine the spotlight on the University’s state-of-the-art commercial music program. A few weeks after students started the fall semester,…
Ode to Jessup
Ode to Jessup BY ED KACZMAREK UNIVERSITY ADVANCEMENT OFFICER It was San Jose in ’39 Brother Bill was preachin’ fine He had a few students form a line – The…
In Memoriam: Remembering Jo Jessup
IN MEMORIAM: REMEMBERING JO JESSUP Shirley-Jo Hulburt was born December 15, 1933 in Los Angeles. Growing up in Southern California, she later met and married Bryce Jessup while attending San…
Carson Sloan
Some students might say the global pandemic put an abrupt halt to their plans, but for transfer student Carson Sloan, he utilized that time to reflect and reassess what mattered…
Visual and Performing Arts Update
Last fall semester was one for the record books for Jessup’s Visual and Performing Arts. Throughout the semester, Jessup students engaged in all areas of the performing arts — acting…
Brandon Farmer
After high school graduation in Nebraska, Jessup’s Director of Student Life, Brandon Farmer, enrolled his somewhat angsty 19-year-old self eastward across the country at Indiana’s Anderson University. There, he pursued…
Give:24
Positively impacting the student experience runs deep at Jessup. It’s the platform that fosters engagement in every aspect of the students’ journey, so they can meet the challenges of our…
Jessup Stunt
When Alexis Blunk walks into Warrior Arena, home of Jessup STUNT, her eyes are drawn to a new addition to the arena’s décor: a banner. Blunk, entering year three as…
Teaching Brings New Purpose
We hear the sentiment that God works in mysterious ways often enough, but when it comes to the career trajectory of alumnus Thomas Graham, God’s fingerprints are all over it….
Living Her Dream Built on a Jessup Foundation
HOLLI PRUHSMEIER Most people don’t describe their job replete with adventure, and most don’t have the opportunity to fly in a helicopter for work. But alumna Holli Pruhsmeier does. She…
Career Trajectory Launched at Jessup
JASON PETERS Back in 2016, alumnus Jason Peters was the first graduate from Jessup’s environmental science program. Peters education prepared him well for his career pursuits and his connection to…
Alumni Updates
Alumni Updates Check out the latest alumni updates. From career to pastoral to residential moves, read on to learn what some of our favorite people have been doing all for…
Ode to Jessup
Ode to Jessup BY ED KACZMAREK UNIVERSITY ADVANCEMENT OFFICER It was San Jose in ’39 Brother Bill was preachin’ fine He had a few students form a line – The…
MLK Award Recognizes Alumna Jackie Turner
When Jackie Turner graduated from Jessup University in 2015, she was already active in evangelism ministries for the Kingdom overseeing the nonprofit homeless outreach ministry she started known as “Taking…
Reaching, Teaching and Learning in the California Prison System
LORIE MCCANN It’s only natural for first-year teachers to envision how their classrooms will look and to develop strategies to educate and connect with their students. For alumna Lorie McCann,…
In Search of a Better Life – Isabella Carreiro
ISABELLA CARREIRO Many Jessup students overcome significant obstacles in their pursuit of Christian higher education and Isabella Carreiro is no exception. Originally from Sao Paulo, Brazil, Carreiro didn’t speak English…
In Memoriam: Remembering Jo Jessup
IN MEMORIAM: REMEMBERING JO JESSUP Shirley-Jo Hulburt was born December 15, 1933 in Los Angeles. Growing up in Southern California, she later met and married Bryce Jessup while attending San…
The Institute for Biodiversity and the Environment
Jessup’s Institute for Biodiversity and the Environment (IBE) is working on four projects including the Pacific Crest Trail Biodiversity Megatransect, Raccoon and Doty Creek Salmonid Emigration and Distribution study, Burrowing…
Exposing Vs. Exploiting: Navigating Sensitive Stories
I was 21 years old, in my first week of grad school, and my roommate asked about my story. Immediately, I delved into the challenging relationship from which I removed…
Learning to Read Scripture with Jesus and the Early Church
My love for the Bible was ignited during my undergraduate studies at Jessup. In my first semester as a transfer student, in the spring of 2007, Dr. Merilyn Copeland opened…
Training the Next Generation of Pastoral Leaders
Jessup’s Kern Scholar program is in its second year and continues to focus on training the next generation of pastors and leaders. The unique accelerated program is geared for students…
Exceptionally Employable the Jessup Way
Every college student has a dream job, but for alumnus Cody Cantrell, obtaining his came with a lot of grit, determination and perseverance. Cantrell works for the world’s premier consulting…
Refined: Jessup’s Philanthropic Society for Women
God so loved us first that we might learn how to love one another. Philanthropy can be defined as love for humankind. It is derived from the Greek words “philos,”…
Environmental Science Program Delivers a Meaningful Career
Jessup wasn’t Kasia Kaphan’s first college choice but after just one semester at a state university left her feeling disconnected, she decided to learn more about the greater Sacramento region’s…
Sydney Fuentes
The college years are often filled with transition. Especially when students pursue a specific field, only to find plans changing. Alumna Sydney Fuentes originally set her sights on becoming a…
Jessup Partners with Adventist Health
One of Jessup’s loyal community partners is Adventist Health, an organization whose mission is “Living God’s love by inspiring health, wholeness, and hope.” Only a few minutes away from the…
Brooke Drewry
Reflecting on her Jessup experience, alumna Brooke Drewry put it this way, “Jessup made such a difference in my life, I just want to be able to give back, however…
Jessup Magazine | Print Edition
The Jessup Magazine is a publication of Jessup University featuring thoughts and stories from the students, alumni and faculty of Jessup. This publication is sent free of charge to alumni, parents, supporters, and friends of the University.