Advancing Human Understanding

PAU alumna Stephanie Crockett, PsyD ’16, reflects on clinician well-being, trauma-informed care, and why caring for oneself is essential to caring for others.

PAU alumna Madison Ledda-Simmons, Class of 2022, reflects on the experiences that shaped her path as a therapist and the lessons she carries into private…

From student to trustee, Dr. Michael Kerner reflects on nearly five decades of Palo Alto University history, community, and the enduring impact of a PAU…

Parents, educators, and mental health experts came together at Palo Alto University's At the Forefront event to explore youth mental health in today's digital…

PAU students, faculty, and staff earned national recognition at WSCUC for research demonstrating how student voices help improve academic quality and student…

Eduardo Bunge, PhD, explores how AI can extend mental health care beyond the therapy session, supporting parents in real time while keeping clinicians at the…

Palo Alto University celebrated the investiture of President Farouk Dey and introduced its new vision, A future shaped by human understanding.

From founders to students, PAU's sold-out 50th Anniversary Gala told five decades of history in the voices who lived it, and launched a new scholarship.

Palo Alto University honored faculty and staff during the 2026 Employee Awards Celebration, recognizing excellence in teaching, leadership, research,…

More than 120 alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends gathered at Oracle Park for Palo Alto University's 2026 Night at the Ballpark, celebrating…

Palo Alto University celebrated more than 380 graduates during its 2026 Commencement Ceremony, honoring the Class of 2026 as they prepare to advance mental…

Palo Alto University honored outstanding students during the 2026 PAU Stars Awards, celebrating leadership, research, service, and academic excellence as part…

Celebrate PAU's 50th Anniversary Community Luncheon as students, faculty, staff, alumni, and partners gathered to reconnect and honor the people behind the…

Palo Alto University launched its 50th Anniversary Celebration Week with a masterclass exploring AI, ethics, human connection, and the future of human…

During PAU's 50th Anniversary Celebration Week, volunteers partnered with LifeMoves Mountain View to serve the community through connection, service, and…

Doctoral Candidate Zahra Aghakhani Named PAU's First Student Commencement Speaker

Palo Alto University Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Christie Chung has been named the 2026 recipient of the Chang-Lin Tien Leadership in…

Join Palo Alto University in welcoming commencement speaker Jonah Paquette for the Class of 2026 ceremony as we celebrate resilience, purpose, and PAU’s 50th…

Dr. Blanca Pineda has spent her career bridging psychology and technology. Now she's leading PAU's newest user experience research track in the MS in…

Palo Alto University launches a User Experience Research track in its MS in Psychology program, preparing behavioral scientists for careers in user experience.