Avila Now

In the final installment of his four-part reflection series, President Jim Burkee reflects on Avila University’s identity, the leadership that has fueled its transformation, and the bold vision for its future — grounded in mission and focused on impact. Identity, Focus, and the Road Ahead If there’s one lesson these past three years have reinforced,...

In Part Three of his four-part reflection series, President Jim Burkee recounts Year Three of Avila University’s transformation — a period of record growth, international expansion, and the challenges that come with rapid success. Part 3 of 4: Year Three — Growth Meets Reality, and the Horizon Expands In my first year as President of...

In Part Two of his four-part reflection series, President Jim Burkee recounts Avila University’s remarkable second year — a period of record-breaking enrollment, international expansion, campus renovation, and a bold new spirit of ambition. Part 2 of 4: Year Two — Growth, Growing Pains, and a New Spirit of Possibility As I shared in Part...

In the first of a four-part reflection series, President Jim Burkee recounts Avila University’s challenging first year under his leadership — a period of urgent decisions, high-risk strategies, and a renewed vision that set the stage for transformation. Part 1 of 4: Year One — A University at the Brink Today marks three years since...