Kaitlyn McClelland

About Kaitlyn McClelland

Kaitlyn is currently studying Cinematic Arts at Vanguard. She is always talking about films, literature and music; which are all things that inspire her. She enjoys a good horror or mystery film such as "The Shining" and "Twin Peaks". She has a passion for writing, especially script writing, and wants to become a screenwriter.

The last straw: Student leads charge against plastic waste

Apr 25, 2018 Kaitlyn McClelland 1256 3 0

There are over 500 million straws used daily in the United States and people continuously consume plastic products that are bad for the environment. Priscilla Ziegler, the vice president of the Leaders for Environmental Awareness Protection Club (VU LEAP) has a desire to reduce the amount of plastic used on campus. This was a cause close to Ziegler, who refused to stand on the sidelines, so she brought it to VU LEAP’s attention. They found … [Read more] about The last straw: Student leads charge against plastic waste

Business professor to retire after half a lifetime of service

Apr 08, 2018 Kaitlyn McClelland 1412 0 0

As another school year ends, Professor of Business and Management Ed Westbrook reflects on his time here as he prepares to say goodbye to Vanguard. Entering retirement has been a very bittersweet experience for himself, his students and other faculty, but he … [Read more] about Business professor to retire after half a lifetime of service

NMC floods during youth leader meeting

Apr 05, 2018 Kaitlyn McClelland 1016 0 0

Newport Mesa Church’s second floor office level was flooded by a fire sprinkler pipe that had broken which made the water rush from the ceiling and into the Ministry Office in NMC on Monday, March 19. Sharon Noble, a family ministry pastor at NMC, was in … [Read more] about NMC floods during youth leader meeting

Assistant AD explains why baseball renovation lacks lighting

Mar 19, 2018 Kaitlyn McClelland 1145 0 0

During a game against the Morningside Mustangs on March 7, the standard run-time was exceeded due to atypical errors, runs, and pitching changes. The game ran into its tenth inning, and the winner could not be decided. Due to the increasing darkness … [Read more] about Assistant AD explains why baseball renovation lacks lighting

Students’ fashion startups grow in online popularity

Mar 11, 2018 Kaitlyn McClelland 1144 0 0

College startups can be hard work, time-consuming, and short-lived. For Vanguard students Kaitlyn Erickson, Zac Kinninger, Tommy Croft and Connor Rickman, they appear to have found success in their blooming clothing lines. “The Where Abouts” is the unique … [Read more] about Students’ fashion startups grow in online popularity

Hammock poles installed after year-long delay

Feb 25, 2018 Kaitlyn McClelland 1259 0 0

After hammocks were banned on campus, SGA has responded with the long-awaited hammock poles earlier this month. After acquisition of the hammock poles last year, they have finally been installed. SGA Facilities Senator Truman Fischesser stated that the … [Read more] about Hammock poles installed after year-long delay

Health Center recommends flu-avoiding practices

Feb 18, 2018 Kaitlyn McClelland 1072 0 0

"It's difficult to [know] when this flu season will end, but needless to say it’s not over yet,” said Jaime Finch, family nurse practitioner for the Vanguard Health Center. This flu season has been unlike any other with climbing mortality rates that are … [Read more] about Health Center recommends flu-avoiding practices

Students search for new club opportunities with SGA changes

Feb 11, 2018 Kaitlyn McClelland 1232 0 0

With the recent change to the SGA constitution eliminating paid positions in the senate, many students expected the funding to be allocated to on-campus clubs, which has been considered an overwhelming need for many years. However, clubs are still under-funded … [Read more] about Students search for new club opportunities with SGA changes

A week in the life of a theater student

Jan 28, 2018 Kaitlyn McClelland 1235 0 0

Their voices carry through the rafters and fill the empty seats that will soon be occupied by audience members. They dance across the stage and sing in thunderous tones, perform until their souls are infused with the character they are to portray, and invoke … [Read more] about A week in the life of a theater student