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Business / Management, Leadership Robert L. “Doc” Waltz Education: EdD, Azusa Pacific University; Master of Arts in Organizational Management (MAOM), University of Phoenix Professional Experience: Group Claims Benefits Fraud Supervisor, The Equitable; Manager, Configuration and Data Management Operations, Hughes Aircraft Co/Rockwell Collins; Faculty, Los Angeles Pacific University. Most of my corporate life was in leadership positions of varying levels, in a multi-project structure of domestic and international military and commercial customers. My expertise is in Configuration Systems Control, Project Management, TQM/CMI, Lean Thinking. Courses Taught BSOL 301, BSOL 302, BSOL 303, BSOL 304, BSOL 306, BSOL 307, BSOL 401, BSOL 402, BSOL 408, BSOL 409, BSOL 413, MLOS 501, MLOS 516, MLOS 561, MLOS 570, MLOS 578 My Passion: It begins and ends with a strong sense of service. I strive to pay it forward by giving back… to use my God-given talents and strengths to sharpen the God-given talents and strengths of my students. I am a Coach. I am a Mentor. I am a Change Champion. Hobbies: Singer songwriting, equine rehabilitation, high sierra fishing, Catalina snorkeling, Owens Valley preservation and recovery

Liberal Studies / Education Elise George Education: M.A. CSU Dominguez Hills B.A. Multiple Subjects and Spanish, University of Redlands Professional Experience: Elementary School Educator, Corona Norco USD Adjunct Faculty, School of Arts and Sciences and Education, UMass Global I teach a variety of classes to working adults from English to the Humanities to Education. My focus is writing. Courses Taught EDUC 515 My Passion: Teaching is God’s greatest career invention! I love educating working adults and traditional college students, helping them achieve a college degree and find a fulfilling career path. Hobbies: Reading, Animals, Scrapbooking, Cooking, British Murder Mysteries, Movies

Business / Management Jongwook Won Education: Ph.D, Purdue University MBA, University of Wisconsin-Madison Professional Experience: Senior Research Fellow, Korea Institute for Health and Social Affairs Chairman, Investment sub-committee of National Pension Fund of Korea Courses Taught ECON 203, 204, 440, 450, BUS 450 My Passion: I have a strong belief that delivering an intuitive knowledge should be a core value of teaching in college. As an instructor, I always try to help student understand basic concepts of the learning materials by illustrating the cases or situations that can be found around us. Hobbies: Hiking, Golfing, and Gardening

Earn your M.A. in Organizational Leadership online at LAPU. Build ethical leadership, team development, and change management skills for career growth. Master's Degree Organizational Leadership Advancing leadership skills to open career pathways for promotion or new career ventures. PROGRAM FACT SHEET DISCOVER YOUR PURPOSE WITH LAPU Program Overview The Master of Arts degree in Organizational Leadership is designed for individuals who are interested in developing and advancing their leadership skills in order to open career pathways for promotion, new career ventures, or enhancement of current leadership opportunities. This 30-credit degree can be completed in 20 months or less and also prepares students for doctoral studies. Program Highlights Gain the competitive edge with a master’s degree rooted in business practices and organizational principles that are immediately applicable in all professional environments. Apply your work and life experiences to the curriculum, creating a meaningful and relevant program. Gain hands-on skills in both for-profit and nonprofit organizational sectors. Use your current company or organization as a laboratory for class projects, increasing company productivity and efficiency while earning your degree. Credits & Cost 30 REQUIRED MAJOR CREDITS CREDIT EQUIVALENCIES $680 COST PER CREDIT EST PROGRAM COST $20,400 ESTIMATED MAJOR COST AVG MONTHS TO COMPLETE Potential Careers Program graduates gain practical knowledge and skills and pursue careers in industries such as: Fire / Police / Paramedic Departments Nonprofit Organizations Fortune 500 Companies Management Positions Government Agencies Course Requirements Students must complete the following degree components at LAPU or via applicable transfer credits. See the catalog for more details. Up EMPHASIS OPTIONS Up EMPHASIS OPTIONS Up COURSES Up MULTIPLE SUBJECT CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS Up CAPSTONE COURSES Up TWO CONCENTRATIONS Up HEALTH SCIENCES Up ENGLISH COMMUNICATION Up ARTS AND HUMANITIES Up QUANTITATIVE REASONING Up BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES Up SOCIAL SCIENCES Up PHYSICAL & BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES Up LAPU DISTINCTIVES Up HUMANITIES Up GENERAL EDUCATION Up PROGRAM REQUISITES ORGS 500 || Introduction to Leading Organizations 3 CREDITS ORGS 520 || Diversity and Cultural Dynamics 3 CREDITS ORGS 530 || Evidence-Based Decision Making 3 CREDITS ORGS 550 || Leading with Moral Excellence 3 CREDITS ORGS 570 || Leading Organizational Change 3 CREDITS ORGS 580 || Strategic Thinking 3 CREDITS ORGS 590 || Entrepreneurial Leadership 3 CREDITS ORGS 610 || Organizational Behavior and Development 3 CREDITS ORGS 680 || Advanced Topics in Strategic Leadership 3 CREDITS ORGS 690 || Organizational Leadership Capstone 3 CREDITS Up MAJOR REQUIREMENTS 30 CREDITS Up ELECTIVES Up TECHNICAL FOUNDATION Up PROFESSIONAL SCHOLARSHIP Up MANAGEMENT TOTAL CREDITS 30 CREDITS VIEW CATALOG Recommended Concentrations Students must complete the following degree components at LAPU or via applicable transfer credits. See the catalog for more details. Related Articles 5 Reasons to Lead With Confidence Through LAPU For professionals stepping into advanced leadership roles, this article highlights how LAPU supports confident leadership through graduate-level education, strategic thinking, ethical leadership principles, and preparation for leading teams and organizations with purpose and clarity. Read More Top Leadership Skills You’ll Gain in a Master’s in Organizational Leadership Discover the leadership skills you develop in a master’s in organizational leadership, including strategy, communication, ethics, and change management. Read More How an Organizational Leadership Degree Builds Executive-Level Leadership Skills Learn how an organizational leadership degree develops executive-level leadership perspective, systems thinking, and decision-making at scale. Read More You Have Questions, We Have Answers. EMAIL US CALL NOW Ask A Question You probably have questions. We’re here to help. Let’s talk about your specific situation and goals. APPLY NOW An admissions counselor will get in touch to answer your questions. Request Info

Hilda Hovsepian, MBA Vice President / Chief Financial Officer Hilda Hovsepian serves as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Los Angeles Pacific University and has been part of the LAPU team since 2015. Prior to her tenure at LAPU, Hovsepian held finance leadership roles in various industries, including media and entertainment. Most recently, she served as vice president of finance and revenue management at Disney Interactive Media Group working in strategic planning, mergers & acquisitions, as well as new product launches. Hovsepian holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Point Loma Nazarene College and an MBA from Pepperdine University.

Earn your Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences online at LAPU. Build expertise in healthcare management, research, and patient education. Enroll today! Bachelor's Degree Health Sciences Builds a foundation in health management, science, and healthcare practices, with focus on public health. PROGRAM FACT SHEET DISCOVER YOUR PURPOSE WITH LAPU Program Overview The Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences program offers a comprehensive and in-depth education tailored to meet the demands of a successful career in the health science field. As healthcare systems evolve and expand, professionals must possess a broad knowledge base encompassing key elements of management, scientific principles, and healthcare practices. This online health science degree is meticulously designed to equip students with the necessary expertise and practical skills required in health science professions. Embracing the university’s Christian heritage and mission, this program instills ethical values and a compassionate approach to healthcare, which are vital in today’s dynamic healthcare landscape. LAPU’s Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences provides students with a well-rounded education that can open the door to various rewarding career opportunities within the healthcare industry. With a strong emphasis on academic rigor and hands-on experience, graduates are well-prepared to navigate the complexities of modern healthcare systems. Whether you aspire to become a healthcare administrator, researcher, or practitioner, this bachelor of health science online program is your pathway to success. Join LAPU in embracing the future of healthcare education and become a part of a community dedicated to making a positive impact on the health and well-being of individuals and communities. Program Highlights Integrate God’s Word within the health science industry and society Identify and evaluate key personal and organizational ethics affecting health care professionals Utilize technology in statistical analysis and data management Examine cultural and diversity issues within interpersonal health care Credits & Cost 52 REQUIRED MAJOR CREDITS CREDIT EQUIVALENCIES $535 COST PER CREDIT EST PROGRAM COST $27,820 ESTIMATED MAJOR COST AVG MONTHS TO COMPLETE Potential Careers Program graduates gain practical knowledge and skills and pursue careers in industries such as: Hospital/Clinic Worker Lab Manager Community Health Organizer Patient Educator Healthcare Facility Coordinator Health Educator Course Requirements Students must complete the following degree components at LAPU or via applicable transfer credits. See the catalog for more details. Up EMPHASIS OPTIONS Up EMPHASIS OPTIONS Up COURSES Up MULTIPLE SUBJECT CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS Up CAPSTONE COURSES Up TWO CONCENTRATIONS Up HEALTH SCIENCES Up ENGLISH COMMUNICATION Up ARTS AND HUMANITIES Up QUANTITATIVE REASONING Up BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES Up SOCIAL SCIENCES Up PHYSICAL & BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES Up LAPU DISTINCTIVES Up HUMANITIES General Education (24): see catalog for more details 24 CREDITS Up GENERAL EDUCATION 24 CREDITS HSCI 100 || Introduction to Health and Disease 3 CREDITS HSCI 110 || U.S. Healthcare Systems 3 CREDITS PSYC 105 || Introduction to Psychology 3 CREDITS STAT 280 || Applied Statistics 3 CREDITS Up PROGRAM REQUISITES 12 CREDITS BIOL 225 || Microbiology/Lab 4 CREDITS BIOL 230 || Anatomy and Physiology I/Lab 4 CREDITS BIOL 240 || Anatomy and Physiology II/Lab 4 CREDITS CHEM 115 || Chemistry for Health Sciences/Lab 4 CREDITS HSCI 105 || Nutrition and Wellness 3 CREDITS HSCI 300 || Bioethics 3 CREDITS HSCI 320 || Medical Sociology 3 CREDITS HSCI 400 || Health Education Programming 3 CREDITS HSCI 491 || Senior Seminar: Health Sciences Capstone 3 CREDITS HSCI 497 || Undergraduate Health Science Culminating Experience 3 CREDITS PSYC 295 || Human Growth and Development 3 CREDITS PSYC 300 || Research Methods in Psychology 3 CREDITS Up MAJOR REQUIREMENTS 40 CREDITS Electives (38): choose 100-400 level courses from the catalog 44 CREDITS Up ELECTIVES 44 CREDITS Up TECHNICAL FOUNDATION Up PROFESSIONAL SCHOLARSHIP Up MANAGEMENT TOTAL CREDITS 120 CREDITS VIEW CATALOG Recommended Concentrations Students must complete the following degree components at LAPU or via applicable transfer credits. See the catalog for more details. Psychology in the Healthcare Profession Brings together biology, psychology, and social factors to determine how they influence patients and providers in healthcare professions. The Psychology in the Healthcare Profession concentration allows students to specialize in the aspect of the healthcare industry concerned with how people react and cope with illness, as well as how people make decisions around health and wellness. The concentration brings together biology, psychology, and behavior and social factors to determine how they influence patients and providers in healthcare professions. PSYC 285 – Abnormal Psychology (3 Credits) PSYC 350 – Social Psychology (3 Credits) PSYC 425 – Crisis Counseling and Intervention (3 Credits) PSYC 435 – Gender Issues in Psychology (3 Credits) PSYC 470 – Positive Psychology (3 Credits) Organizational Dynamics Specialize in designing and implementing innovative and strategic corporate-wide change initiatives. The Organizational Dynamics concentration prepares students to specialize in designing and implementing innovative and strategic corporate-wide change initiatives designed to advance the organization’s sustainability and long-term viability. Students develop the key organizational skills necessary to analyze an industry and implement change initiatives to ensure a competitive advantage for the long-term viability of their firm or organization. BUSN 350 – Marketing and E-Commerce (3 Credits) BUSN 395 – Project Management (3 Credits) ISYS 380 – Information Systems Management (3 Credits) ORGS 360 – Organizational Analysis (3 Credits) PSYC 460 – Motivation (3 Credits) Healthcare Leadership A foundation for students planning careers in public health, health care management, patient advocacy, and related leadership positions. The Healthcare Leadership concentration uses an interdisciplinary approach to prepare students for careers in leadership in a variety of healthcare settings. The concentration brings together psychology as well as leadership theories to create a foundation for students planning careers in health care delivery, public health, health care management, patient advocacy, and related leadership positions. BUSN 395 – Project Management (3 Credits) HMGT 420 – Healthcare Organizational Management (3 Credits) ORGS 300 – Dynamics of Group Behavior (3 Credits) ORGS 335 – Leadership Theory and Practice (3 Credits) PSYC 470 – Positive Psychology (3 Credits) General Psychology For those who want a broad, general psychology emphasis offering versatility in the job market. The General Psychology concentration is designed for those who want a broad, general degree offering versatility in the job market. Concentration courses provide a distinct framework to study broadly, including theories and methods related to clinical foundations, systems approach, as well as current trending psychological theories. PSYC 400 – Introduction to Clinical Psychology (3 Credits) PSYC 450 – Family Systems (3 Credits) PSYC 460 – Motivation (3 Credits) PSYC 470 – Positive Psychology (3 Credits) PSYC 480 – Group Processes (3 Credits) Human Services Provides foundations in pivotal applied psychological theory and methodologies geared toward helping people. The Human Services concentration utilizes a more general approach and sets students up for a broad scope of career opportunities. Designed to aid students in creating a clear set of skills for helping people, this concentration provides foundations in pivotal applied psychological theory and methodologies geared toward aiding people while understanding their framework of experience. PSYC 425 – Crisis Counseling and Intervention (3 Credits) PSYC 435 – Gender Issues in Psychology (3 Credits) PSYC 445 – Adolescent Psychology (3 Credits) PSYC 460 – Motivation (3 Credits) PSYC 480 – Group Processes (3 Credits) Healthcare Management Gain the key skills, competencies, and knowledge required to effectively serve in the field of healthcare management. The Healthcare Management concentration is designed specifically to prepare students for the rapidly expanding healthcare industry. Students gain the key skills, competencies, and knowledge required to effectively serve in the field of healthcare management. The courses are designed and taught by industry experts bringing years of practical experience to the learning environment. HMGT 300 – Healthcare Laws and Regulations (3 Credits) HMGT 310 – Healthcare Delivery Systems (3 Credits) HMGT 320 – Healthcare Financial Management (3 Credits) HMGT 410 – Healthcare Ethics and Quality Control (3 Credits) HMGT 420 – Healthcare Organizational Management (3 Credits) Related Articles What Can You Do with a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences? Explore what you can do with a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences from LAPU. Learn about career options, graduate pathways, and how this online degree supports your future in healthcare. Read More 5 Reasons to Start Your Healthcare Career with LAPU Kickstart your healthcare career with flexible, affordable online degrees at Los Angeles Pacific University (LAPU). Explore Health Sciences, Public Health, and MPH programs designed to help you serve, lead, and succeed.
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Humanities Matthew Womack Education: MA, Azusa Pacific University College Professional Experience: Manager of Support Central. I have had diverse working experience in various departments within higher education. I have managed teams of financial aid counselors and academic advisors. I have also worked in Enrollment helping students with the initial admissions process. Prior to my time in higher education, I worked in corporate sales working with mid-market businesses. Courses Taught MO 101 My Passion: Having a chance to partner with students through their degree is a special opportunity. I enjoy helping students gain an understanding of who they are as learners as well as who they are beyond the classroom. I find great joy in helping students gain confidence in their abilities throughout the academic journey. Hobbies: Hiking, reading, listening to music, spending time with family and friends.

Administration Meet your servant leaders. Message from the President I am excited and honored to lead Los Angeles Pacific University into a transformative future. With gratitude, I embrace LAPU’s mission to empower students through accessible Christian education. Building on a legacy of faith and innovation, I’m committed to fostering a thriving community where every learner lives out their calling with purpose and impact. Jay Goin President WATCH VIDEO Filter by Leadership Category Executive Leadership Senior Leadership Academic Council Board of Trustees Maggie Bailey, Ph.D. Next Board Chair / Executive Director, Higher Education Board and Strategy Development Jay Goin Next President John C. Reynolds, Ph.D. Next President Emeritus Shaira Barnette Next Director of Marketing and Communications Andy Benis, M.A. Next Chief of Staff Craig Brewer, Ed.D. Next Assistant Dean Audrey Cooke Next Director of Admissions and Enrollment Mark S. Dickerson, J.D. Next Retired General Counsel and Senior Vice President at Azusa Pacific University Jennifer Gidcumb, Ph.D. Next Assistant Dean Lindsey Gonzales, M.A. Next Associate Vice President, Human Resources and Organizational Development George Hanshaw, Psy.D. Next Director of Digital Learning Solutions / Acting Assistant Dean Hilda Hovsepian, MBA Next Vice President / Chief Financial Officer Brant Himes Next Chair of Faith, Life, & Learning Committee Lila Rene Jenkins, Ed.D. Next Retired Director Of Instructional Services, Superintendent’s Cabinet, Garden Grove USD Gordon Jorgenson III, M.A.Ed. Next Assistant Dean Ivette Lliteras Next Director of Administration and Facilities Joe Martinez Next Registrar Yariela Perez Next Director of Financial Aid Adam J. Morris, Ph.D. Next President, Azusa Pacific University Lenny Moon Next Chief Financial Officer Richard Osborn, Ph.D. Next Retired Vice President, WASC Senior College and University Commission Lisa Phillips, Ph.D. Next Assistant Dean Andrew Shean, Ed.D. Next Vice President / Chief Academic Officer Robert Tiede Next Retired CEO, Sonoco Products Company Daniel Terrones Next Associate Vice President, Information Technology Jennifer Thompson Next Controller Evelyn Valenzuela, M.A.Ed. Next Director of Student Success Erin Vargas Next Vice President / Chief Student Engagement Officer Joyce Williams-Maxwell, DBA Next Chief Financial and Operating Officer, Community Partners

Student Accounts Help With Money Matters Student Account Specialists love to answer questions about Financial Aid and how to finance your education. You can contact Student Accounts at: sfs@lapu.edu and 626-495-2855. Our Student Accounts Team Brianne Guerra Student Accounts Specialist Next Jennifer Thompson Controller Next Hana Choi Student Account Specialist Next Amy Hernandez Collections Specialist Next Clint Kopshinsky Student Accounts Specialist Next Devynn Mendoza Student Accounts Specialist Next Kyle Quisenberry Senior Student Accounts Specialist Next Joshua Thomas Manager of Student Accounts Next Ruth Felix Student Accounts Specialist Next

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John C. Reynolds, Ph.D. President Emeritus Dr. Reynolds is the first President of Los Angeles Pacific University, having founded LAPU’s predecessor institutions, Azusa Pacific Online University (2011) and Azusa Pacific University College (2014). He served as CIO and Executive Vice President for 16 years at Azusa Pacific University before being named President of Los Angeles Pacific University in 2018. Following his retirement in July 2025, he now serves as President Emeritus. Reynolds earned his undergraduate and graduate degrees in computer science and information systems, and a Ph.D. in Higher Education. His research interests in leadership, organizational effectiveness, change management, and strategic thinking have resulted in several publications in leadership and strategy, particularly relating to nonprofit organizations. In addition to his years of experience in higher education, Reynolds has worked in the mining industry and as the global CIO for World Vision International, a large, private international relief organization (1991–2000). A regular speaker at national conferences throughout the world, he has also consulted in more than 40 countries and traveled to more than 80 countries to speak, consult, and advise national NGO leaders. He serves on several nonprofit and educational boards, including African Enterprise (USA), African Enterprise (Canada), Brewer Direct, LCC International University (Lithuania), Opportunity International, Christian Leadership Alliance, and API Educational Foundation (South Africa).