Angie Azouri, MA

Academic Affairs Coordinator

Hometown

Chicago, Illinois

What clubs and organizations are you involved in and what do you do?

University Staff Council.

What attracted you to Arrupe College?

When I first learned about Arrupe, I was amazed at its mission and the opportunity students had to receive a quality education with little to no-cost. I never knew that such an opportunity existed! At Arrupe, the student is seen in it's entirety: faculty and staff care for and support them academically, emotionally, spiritually, and financially. The mission and support system Arrupe has in place to care for the whole person really drew me in.

How did you get involved in higher education?

I've always been a big believer that my degree wasn't meant for me, but to help others. When I was an undergraduate student, I was highly involved on campus as a Resident Assistant (RA), Freshmen Jumpstart Coordinator (similar to Arrupe's ACUNI Peer Instructor), and academic tutor. I enjoyed my time working with students and watching them grow and succeed academically and emotionally!

What’s your favorite part about working at Arrupe? And the biggest challenge?

The students! Even the smallest interaction I have with students make my day. As a first-generation American and the first to graduate college in my family, I understand a lot of the unique challenges our students face, but seeing students achieve in spite of these challenges is truly inspiring. Watching them succeed here at Arrupe and beyond has been a very rewarding and encouraging experience!

Education

Olivet Nazarene University (BA), Loyola University Chicago (MA '24)

Courses Taught

ACUNI 101 First Year Seminar

ACUNI 102 Academic Success Strategies