Professor Bacong is a San Diego native who grew up in Mira Mesa. He earned a BS in Physiology and Neuroscience with a minor in Music from the University of California San Diego – Revelle College in 2015, and a MS in Physician Assistant Practice from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science in 2019. He then moved out to AZ while his wife completed her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine at Midwestern University Glendale.
Jennie Chang serves as an Adjunct Professor of Finance, bringing a practical approach to financial education grounded in Christian faith. She combines core financial concepts with real-world application, drawing from her background in audit at Ernst & Young, film finance and marketing at The Walt Disney Company, and nearly a decade of teaching financial literacy. Her work is shaped by technical expertise, mentorship experience, and a commitment to purposeful learning.
At the heart of my work is a deep love for teaching, mentorship, and the meaningful relationships that grow through both. I’m passionate about weaving together faith, the art and practice of nursing, psychology, and philosophy to help students think deeply, care well, and lead with compassion. The field of mental health and psychiatry has always felt like sacred ground to me. It is a space where presence, curiosity, and connection can bring true healing, and I've always felt privileged to be a part of that process.
I am from Orange County, California.
I majored in Psychology.
I was genuinely surprised by how friendly everyone was! From students to staff and faculty, people went out of their way to smile, say hello, and make you feel welcome—it really created a strong sense of community.
Chill and outgoing— I am easy going by nature, but also love being around people and thrive in social settings.
Dr. Holmen-Crow earned her Ph.D. in Mathematics from the University of California Santa Barbara. Prior to that, she earned a B.S. in Math and a B.A. in French from Calvin College (now Calvin University). Her specialization is in low-dimensional Topology and she is interested in Geometric Group Theory as well.
Dr. Ashley Leung joined PLNU in the Fall of 2025. Prior to PLNU, she taught at Pepperdine University as a Visiting Assistant Professor, and at Harvard University as a College Fellow. She received her PhD in Developmental Psychology from the University of Chicago, and her BA in Psychology and English from Middlebury College. Dr. Leung's research expertise is in child development, and she is especially interested in exploring how children's social interactions influence their language development.
