Nori J. Henk, PhD (’02) featured in Azuza Pacific Faculty Interview
The following is an excerpt from the Azusa Pacific University article by Jacqueline Guerrero, “Faculty Friday: Nori Henk ’00, PhD, Pursues Academic Excellence and Spiritual Growth,” published on February 7, 2025. Click here to read the full article.
“After graduation, Henk knew she wanted to 
continue learning about all of her academic interests. ‘Part of me wanted to be a teacher, but I didn’t know if I could do it,’ she said. Henk applied for an MA in Theological Studies at Boston University, School of Theology in order to gain a scholarly understanding of the church. One of her professors was renowned sociologist of religion, Peter L. Berger, who wrote Henk a letter of recommendation that opened many doors for her. She went on to get her PhD in Sociology at Loyola University Chicago and taught there as an adjunct professor for two years before moving back to California.
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‘I’ve always enjoyed learning, and that’s why I have pursued additional education,’ she said. ‘Each degree represents different parts of my intellect and who I am. Ethnic studies allows me to tap into history, philosophy, and the arts which is such a rewarding pathway.’”