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Mission
From the Stands

BLACKOUT is more than just a casual, APU hangout joint for a Tuesday or Saturday night. It's an outlet for our school pride. It's our black-shirt clad megaphone to the rest of the college sports scene that we're the NAIA's version of the "Cameron Crazies" or "6th man club." We've played the Utah Utes, destroyed the San Jose State Spartans, stood up to the Pepperdine Waves and thrashed the San Diego Toreros.
 
I'm sure our archrival Biola understands it's fun and games, despite the "burn the barn" chants, banner-swiping, "Think Choke" signs, dancing on the eagle logo and dressing up their campus mural. A BLACKOUT section, with cunning chants and unified noise, always brings one element you never get tired of at a game: goosebumps.
- Mike Benton '04

The Student Alumni Association serves as a liaison between students and alumni to promote the welfare and advancement of the University by maintaining and developing spirit while acquiring an appreciation for traditions, thereby fostering pride in and for Azusa Pacific University.

The Student Alumni Association works principally with the Office of Alumni Relations and the Athletic Department. The SAA operates within the budget of the Office of Alumni Relations as provided by the University administration. The Office of Alumni Relations will provide staff-supported time to assist the efforts of the Student Alumni Association.

So What Does That Mean?

It means SAA is constantly striving to maintain Azusa Pacific University traditions and develop new activities designed to bring Cougars together. With funding from the Alumni Association, students plan and run events that create a more unified APU community and make a positive significant difference in our university community.

Objectives

1. To be the strongest supporters of Cougar Athletics and APU!
2. To promote communication and interaction between students and alumni of Azusa Pacific University.
3. To educate students about the traditions and history of Azusa Pacific University.
4. To provide opportunities for students to become actively involved in spirit building activities and strengthen their lifelong loyalty to Azusa Pacific University.
5. To support the Alumni Association in pursuit of their mission to serve and unite alumni for the purpose of advancing Azusa Pacific University.
6. To enhance the image and reputation of Azusa Pacific University.