Vanguard University has many cherished traditions for the student population to participate in, but perhaps one of the most popular of these is Mock Rock. At approximately 8:40 p.m., a line wrapped around Seymour Sanctuary, including current students, alumni, and performers' parents, waiting to get in and witness the event titled "Road Trippin Across the USA." For those who don't know, Mock Rock is a lip-synch battle between the classes. … [Read more] about Mock Rock 2024
Letter from the Editor: Rebekah Pulaski
Dearest Reader, About a year ago, after one of our famous newspaper distributions, I was asked a very serious question. Our very own Professor White took me aside to ask if I, Rebekah Pulaski, would like to be the Editor-in-Chief of The Vanguard Voice. I … [Read more] about Letter from the Editor: Rebekah Pulaski
Review of Hope by Andrew Ntzouras
Andrew Ntzouras confided in those who attended his book talk, explaining that he had trouble reading when he was young. This encouraged him in his adult life to write Hope. Hope, Andrew's debut novel, follows a young girl, Taylor, who faces many intense … [Read more] about Review of Hope by Andrew Ntzouras
The Voice Advice Column
Question One: "I am terrible at asking for help, I always feel like I am bothering people. Even this is hard! What's a good way to ask for help without seeming needy?" - Anonymous Instagram User Great question, reader! It seems the main thing you are … [Read more] about The Voice Advice Column
Staff Feature: Camille Agers
Camille Agers currently serves as the Program Coordinator for the Academic Resource Center & Disability Services. She joined the Vanguard community in March of 2023, focusing on supporting the administrative side of Disability Services. As of this … [Read more] about Staff Feature: Camille Agers
Faculty Feature: Dr. Jeff Hittenberger
Dr. Jeff Hittenberger serves Vanguard as a Professor and Dean of Education. Through this position, he serves an integral role for one of our largest departments at Vanguard University. Working with the students who want to be teachers or enter into the … [Read more] about Faculty Feature: Dr. Jeff Hittenberger
Let’s Talk About the COVID Resurgence
In the Spring of 2023, my first article for the Vanguard Voice was about whether or not SARS-CoV-2 was "over." I asked the student population their opinion, to which many responded that we are not in crisis anymore, but COVID is something to still be wary of. … [Read more] about Let’s Talk About the COVID Resurgence
Play Review of It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play
With Christmas right around the corner, every department on campus is getting ready to celebrate the holidays—the theater department is no exception to this. Each year, the Lyceum Theater puts on a Christmas play. This December, they are presenting It's a … [Read more] about Play Review of It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play
Live2Free Fair Trade Fashion Show
Every year since 2016, the Live2Free club on campus has hosted a Fair Trade Fashion Show to promote the consumption of ethically made clothing. This year on Oct. 19, Live2Free partnered with Goodwill of Orange County, Soroptimist International, and Orange … [Read more] about Live2Free Fair Trade Fashion Show
Legalization and Decriminalization of Prostitution: A Luncheon
Early this semester, Sept. 14, the Global Center for Women and Justice held an event titled "The Legalization and Decriminalization of Prostitution Luncheon." This informational luncheon was run by Dr. Sandra Morgan, who interviewed Dr. Melissa Farley about … [Read more] about Legalization and Decriminalization of Prostitution: A Luncheon
Interested in Being Published? Submit to Synecdoche!
The Vanguard community is full of student-run organizations. Our peer population is extremely involved in the campus life, whether that be the Office of Student Engagement, the Intercultural Clubs, or even our student-run Shine Worship Nights. Another Vanguard … [Read more] about Interested in Being Published? Submit to Synecdoche!
Letter from the Editor: Rebekah Pulaski
Hello Fellow Vanguard Students! My name is Rebekah Pulaski, and I am thrilled to be addressing you as this year’s new Editor-in-Chief of The Vanguard Voice. If you told me my freshman year that just three years later, come my senior year, I would be offered … [Read more] about Letter from the Editor: Rebekah Pulaski
Did You Know About the The Vanguard Dancing Policy?
Returning to the school year always means a few things for Vanguard students; we scramble to pay for parking passes, find the cheapest copy of our textbooks, and put together an appropriate outfit for the All-School Party. Somewhere in the heat of all this, we … [Read more] about Did You Know About the The Vanguard Dancing Policy?
Familiar Faces and Fun Times in “Wild Boys”
On March 17th, I had the pleasure of attending what I thought would be a normal movie premier at the Starlight Triangle Cinema. I was assigned to review a movie that a few Vanguard people were a part of. Little did I know “Wild Boys”, directed by Morten … [Read more] about Familiar Faces and Fun Times in “Wild Boys”
“Jesus Revolution” and the Pentecostal Perspective
“Have you seen that Jesus Revolution movie?” I have heard this question asked at least 10 times over the past few days. Many of us are familiar with Christian movies. Usually full of B grade actors and cheesy one-liners, Christian media has become known for … [Read more] about “Jesus Revolution” and the Pentecostal Perspective