Tamara Philips

About Tamara Philips

Tamara is a senior English major at Vanguard and is thrilled to be spending her last year on campus as Editor-in-Chief of The Voice. She loves to write and plans to dabble in the Public Relations and Journalism world post graduation.

Bergoglio of Argentina Elected New Pope

Mar 13, 2013 Tamara Philips 895 0 0

After two days spent locked up in the Sistine Chapel in The Vatican City, the cardinals have chosen the new pope: Jesuit Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio of Argentina. "This is a remarkable moment in the history of the Church," Editor-in-Chief of "America Magazine" Fr. Matt Malone, S.J. said. "It's the second most important in the last month." Bergoglio has chosen the name Pope Francis. He is the first South American to be elevated to the … [Read more] about Bergoglio of Argentina Elected New Pope

Horse Meat Found in Ikea Meatballs

Feb 27, 2013 Tamara Philips 1546 0 1

For those of you who love to have IKEA dates like Summer and Tom in "500 Days of Summer," you may want to find a new spot to share a meal with an imaginary family. As of last week, IKEA has been drawn into Europe's growing food-safety scandal. Czech … [Read more] about Horse Meat Found in Ikea Meatballs

Red Bull Sponsors Vanguard vs. Biola Soccer Tournament

Dec 20, 2012 Tamara Philips 1039 0 0

Last Thursday evening, Vanguard and our rival university Biola joined together for some friendly rivalry. Red Bull sponsored the Red Bull Kick Off soccer tournament at a park near Biola in La Mirada. Students from Biola played students from Vanguard in a … [Read more] about Red Bull Sponsors Vanguard vs. Biola Soccer Tournament

Childhood Dream Becomes BMX Reality

Oct 08, 2012 Tamara Philips 1249 0 0

Dreams, goals, aspirations: we all have them. Dreams seem unattainable at times, however, professional BMX flatland rider Terry Adams asserts that dreams are attainable; you just have to make them a reality. Adams is an international BMX flatlanding … [Read more] about Childhood Dream Becomes BMX Reality

Unwrapping ‘A Child’s Christmas’

Dec 06, 2011 Tamara Philips 1095 0 0

If you’re tired of seeing ballets about nutcrackers or plays about old scrooges during the Christmas holiday, try unwrapping a modern classic “A Child’s Christmas in Wales,” performing in the Lyceum theater. The play revolves around Dylan Thomas’ memories … [Read more] about Unwrapping ‘A Child’s Christmas’

‘Americans All’ Sings Through Stereotypes

Oct 20, 2011 Tamara Philips 996 0 0

"Americans All,” directed by adjunct professor Vanda Eggington, opened Friday, September 16th in the Lyceum Theater. It is an inspirational musical play emphasizing the importance of a positive outlook, staying in school, and expanding your horizons through … [Read more] about ‘Americans All’ Sings Through Stereotypes

Wear a Piece, Share Their Story

Oct 20, 2011 Tamara Philips 1399 0 1

What began as a mission trip to Uganda for Alumna Kallie Doval has grown into an international jewelry business that continues to change lives in powerful ways. 31 Bits imports jewelry made of recycled paper from Uganda to sell online, in stores and in … [Read more] about Wear a Piece, Share Their Story

Bursting the Vanguard Bubble?

Apr 19, 2011 Tamara Philips 973 0 0

Rybarczyk: For years I’ve heard students talk about what they’ll do when they graduate and go to work and live in the “real world.” Their implied tone is that Vanguard is a cloistered Christian community cut off from normal human life. Some of that “I know … [Read more] about Bursting the Vanguard Bubble?

Brandon Muchow Keeps a Passionate Rhythm

Nov 23, 2010 Tamara Philips 1279 0 0

Everyone has a unique story to tell. As a successful contemporary worship leader, senior Brandon Muchow is sharing with the world a story that everyone should hear. However, it is not his story he is publicizing—it’s God’s. Muchow is a renowned singer, … [Read more] about Brandon Muchow Keeps a Passionate Rhythm