Vanguard senior and accomplished marathon runner, Daniel Okabe has a story of inspiration, urgency, and a steadfast love for God. Okabe’s journey from his home of Mbale, Uganda has brought him to Vanguard University in a race against time. Okabe’s journey to the U.S. came after the Ugandan Communications Commission instituted new regulations that threatened the future of his family’s Christian radio station, Faith Radio. Because of the recent … [Read more] about VU Runner Daniel Okabe Featured in Full-length Documentary
Newport Beach Officials Plan to Remove Local Beachfront Fire Pits
Huntington Beach and Newport Beach officials debated over the fate of their local beachfront fire pits last Thursday in a meeting with the South Coast Air Quality Management District. The neighboring beach cities differ in their opinion of the … [Read more] about Newport Beach Officials Plan to Remove Local Beachfront Fire Pits
SoCal College Students Kick Off Spring Break with Red Bull Pro Athletes
Vanguard students enjoyed their first day of spring break along with 500+ students from surrounding Southern California universities and took part in the third annual Red Switchboard event last Saturday. Red Bull Switchboard is an all-day event that gives … [Read more] about SoCal College Students Kick Off Spring Break with Red Bull Pro Athletes
49ers Expected to Trade Alex Smith to Kansas City Chiefs
After suffering a concussion against the St. Louis Rams and losing his starting spot to Colin Kaepernick last season, seven-year quarterback Alex Smith is expected to pack his bags for Kansas City. The trade rumor, leaked last week, is expected to … [Read more] about 49ers Expected to Trade Alex Smith to Kansas City Chiefs
Texas Governor on the Quest for California
Texas Governor Rick Perry’s aggressive campaign to lure California companies to Texas started early February with a 30 second radio ad. His message was simple: get California businesses to the Lone Star state. In his radio ad, Perry states, “Building a … [Read more] about Texas Governor on the Quest for California
Lights Out For The 49ers, Ravens Win Super Bowl XLVII
NEW ORLEANS - After a hard-fought battle for momentum between the AFC Champions Baltimore Ravens and the NFC Champions San Francisco 49ers, Joe Flacco and Ray Lewis led the Ravens to victory last Sunday in the Superdome. With the sibling rivalry of coaches … [Read more] about Lights Out For The 49ers, Ravens Win Super Bowl XLVII
D’antoni to Replace Brown as Lakers Head Coach
After a disappointing start to the 2012-13 season, the Los Angeles Lakers’ General Manager Mitch Kupchak announced that Mike Brown was fired as head coach. With the highly anticipated season in full swing and the acquisition of superstars Dwight Howard and … [Read more] about D’antoni to Replace Brown as Lakers Head Coach
Women’s Soccer Plays for a Chance at the NAIA National Title
In a 3-0 opening match, the women’s soccer team shutout Arizona’s Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University last Saturday, advancing the Lion’s to a 17-3 record and sending the Pride to the second round of the NAIA tournament. In the single elimination tournament, … [Read more] about Women’s Soccer Plays for a Chance at the NAIA National Title
VU’s Women’s Soccer on the Road to the GSAC Championship and Beyond
The Women's soccer team beat the Masters College Mustangs in the GSAC tournament’s semifinal last Friday. With a final score of 2-0, the Lions showed their determination and poise beating the Mustangs for the second time this season and winning their eleventh … [Read more] about VU’s Women’s Soccer on the Road to the GSAC Championship and Beyond
No More Big Soda in the Big Apple
New York Mayor, Michael Bloomberg, has recently proposed a ban on large-sized sodas and with the support of New York’s board of health, the measure was passed making New York the first state in the nation to ban the sale of sugared beverages larger than 16 … [Read more] about No More Big Soda in the Big Apple
The Year of the Rookie Quarterback
For the first time in NFL history, five teams featured starting rookie quarterbacks under center. After a scarce showing in week 1, week 2 showed signs of promise for these five rookies. From low to high, we’ll evaluate the five rookie quarterbacks and take a … [Read more] about The Year of the Rookie Quarterback
Tim Tebow is a New York Jet
Last season Tim Tebow was a magnet for media attention and heavily scrutinized throughout the country. Prior the upcoming season, the same thing can be said. The second year quarterback is one of the most polarizing figures in the NFL. Following his trade from … [Read more] about Tim Tebow is a New York Jet
Pro/Con Vanguard Memes
I don’t always write about Vanguard University Memes, but when I do, I complain about them in the school newspaper. Students at Vanguard who have a Facebook page have likely seen the recent trend of Vanguard University Memes. In an effort to be funny in … [Read more] about Pro/Con Vanguard Memes
Tragedy Felt at the Winter X Games in Aspen
This year’s Winter X Games included 18 events, complete with skis, mono-skis, snowboards and snowmobiles. The 2012 Winter X Games, held in Aspen Colorado, was an exciting time for winter sports, but tragedy struck with the untimely death of one of the event’s … [Read more] about Tragedy Felt at the Winter X Games in Aspen