Unchart(Ed)

Episode Summary In this episode of Unchart(Ed), we welcome Carlos Garcia, PUC's new Vice President for Advancement and Alumni Relations for a conversation about relationships, community, and connection. Carlos shares his professional journey, what drew him to PUC, and how he views alumni as an important part of the college's ongoing story. Together, we explore the opportunities and challenges faci...

Episode Summary In this episode, we sit down with Floyd Hayes, professor of biology, whose local research on Grebes offers a glimpse into the world of field biology and the role of observation, curiosity, and discovery in scientific work. Floyd shares how his research informs his teaching, creating opportunities for students to engage directly with the natural world while developing critical think...

In this episode, we sit down with PUC’s academic dean to talk about women in leadership and what it means to lead well within higher education. Drawing from her own journey, she reflects on the importance of visibility, mentorship, and support for women, while also challenging the idea that leadership only comes with a title. Together, we explore how leadership can be practiced from anywhere on ca...

In this episode, we sit down with Kurt Sollanek, PUC’s newest biology professor, to talk about what it’s like to join the campus community, step into the classroom, and begin shaping student experiences. Our conversation explores his journey into biology, how he approaches teaching and learning, and the ways he hopes to support students both academically and personally. We also talk about collabor...

Episode Summary In this episode, we sit down with a new member of the PUC community whose work bridges music education and student recruitment. As a faculty member in the music department and part of enrollment and marketing efforts focused on music students, our guest shares what it looks like to support students both inside and outside the classroom. We talk about rebuilding the symphonic wind e...

In this episode of Unchart(Ed) , we sit down with Victoria Wambua, one of PUC’s newest math professors to explore her journey into mathematics, what drew her to teaching, and why math is about far more than equations. She reflects on mentors, meaningful classroom moments, and the creativity and beauty found in mathematical thinking—while sharing what excites her most about joining the PUC communit...

In this episode, we talk with Tony Nakashima , PUC’s new Director of Athletics, about how athletics shapes more than just competitors—it shapes character, leadership, and community. Tony shares how he hopes to build a program that helps student-athletes grow as confident, capable leaders both on and off the field. He also talks about how athletics contributes to the culture and spirit of the colle...

What makes a college experience truly transformative? In this episode, we sit down with Milbert Mariano, Dean of the School of Arts, Humanities, and Professions, to talk about how experiences beyond the traditional classroom—like PUC’s Honors program and summer classes abroad—help students grow intellectually, personally, and spiritually. From the cobblestone streets of Italy to the close-knit com...

Starting a new role is always an adventure—and when that role is guiding the spiritual and student life of an entire campus, the adventure is even bigger. In this episode, we sit down with Aimee Leukert, PUC’s new Vice President for Student and Spiritual Life, to hear about her journey to Angwin, her first impressions of the community, and the vision she brings to this work. Together, we talk abou...

Adventism has deep roots in California, shaping both the church and the communities around it in surprising ways. In this episode, we sit down with PUC theology professor Jim Wibberding, whose new book, Walking with the Pioneers: The captivating story of west coast Adventism, explores the history of Adventism in California from 1859-1909. Together, we talk about the stories and figures that stand...

Episode Summary This year, our campus is centering around a new spiritual theme: The Journey . In this episode, we sit down with Arturo López, PUC chaplain, to talk about where the theme came from, why it matters, and how it can shape our shared experience as a community. Together, we reflect on the value of themes in helping people focus and find meaning across a whole year—both collectively and...