The World Cup Through Two Sunbirds’ Eyes
There are World Cup and soccer fans—and then there are Bernardo Novello and Yash Vij.
Author: Cyndee Fontana-Ott
From Club Dream to Community Impact: Erin Obwald’s Lasting Legacy at Fresno Pacific
For Fresno Pacific, Erin Obwald’s story is more than a soccer story.
Four Years of Faith, Growth and Becoming at FPU
Over my four years, I have learned, changed, been challenged, cried, laughed, celebrated, been defeated and become the person I am today.
Author: Malia Mitchell
The Rise of Sunbird Volleyball
Sure, there is no "I" in "team." But there certainly is in "winner," "victory" and "champion."
Author: Wayne Steffen
Pacific MagazineVol. 39 No. 1 May 2026
Faith in Every Stride
Clara Wagner came to FPU from Germany. She broke the school heptathlon record — and rekindled her spiritual life along the way.
Author: Christopher L. Scott
A Night to Remember: Sunbirds Soar at Flight Night 2026
Fresno Pacific Athletics’ annual Flight Night is more than just an awards ceremony—it’s a celebration of the people, moments and values that define Sunbird Athletics.
Back-To-Back Champions: Sunbird Men Secure the Conference Title
Fresno Pacific men secured back-to-back conference titles; women placed third as the Sunbirds totaled 33 medals, including 16 champions.
From Sunbird Setter to State Champion Coach: The Journey of Bissie DenHartog
Fresno Pacific University alumni have a way of turning calling into action.
From Sunbird to First Responder: AJ Kirby’s Story of Service
Fresno Pacific alumni show up in powerful ways, and AJ Kirby (MA ’22, BA ’20) is one of those stories that sticks with you.
Ayana Kirisimasi Represents American Samoa at FIFA Women's World Cup Qualifiers
Fresno Pacific women’s soccer goalkeeper Ayana Kirisimasi was part of a historic pair of matches for the American Samoa women’s national team.
