Thaddeus Brians

About Thaddeus Brians

Thaddeus grew up on the island of Oahu and now lives in San Diego after graduating from Vanguard University in May 2016 with a B.A. in Journalism. In his free time, Thaddeus enjoys sharing adventures, music, thoughts and waves with good friends.

The Mowgli’s Show tonight in Santa Ana

Jun 10, 2016 Thaddeus Brians 1395 0 0

Tonight, The Mowgli’s––often called “the quintessential California band”––are playing in Santa Ana. The 6 member band’s anthemic, indie-rock lifts a positive message with a punk, garage-band influence. They are working with producer Mike Green (All Time Low, Paramore) for the release of their third album due this fall. The band’s message compliments their name which is based on a former band member’s dog and who was originally named from … [Read more] about The Mowgli’s Show tonight in Santa Ana

What is the Point? Looking at the Margins of Christian Living

May 05, 2016 Thaddeus Brians 1052 0 0

Open hours, chapel requirements and alcohol have always been hot topics at Vanguard University, but sometimes these touchy topics are worth revisiting. Every now and then, it is important to reflect on the way things are and why we perceive them the way that … [Read more] about What is the Point? Looking at the Margins of Christian Living

Church Bells in the Desert: a Homecoming

Mar 27, 2016 Thaddeus Brians 1317 0 2

One year ago today, I woke up in Namibia to the sound of church bells. I could not remember the last time I had heard such a sweet sound. It rang so clear and cheerfully above the still town of Swakopmund. Surrounding the town is the Namib desert, which means … [Read more] about Church Bells in the Desert: a Homecoming

Anonymous Gamer Gives $3,250 Pizza Delivery

Feb 19, 2016 Thaddeus Brians 1088 0 0

A $3,250 dollar order of pizza and soda was delivered late Thursday night to the Towers Lobby, purchased by an anonymous giver. "I couldn't believe it", alum Daniel Umanzio says. While playing the League of Legends online, Vanguard alum Mathias Anderson got … [Read more] about Anonymous Gamer Gives $3,250 Pizza Delivery

Why was Semester at Sea Banned?

Dec 27, 2015 Thaddeus Brians 6203 0 4

Vanguard is no longer allowing students to participate in the Semester at Sea study abroad program. It’s removal marks the untimely end of an educational experience like none other. Cutting ties with a program that has been revered and loved by Vanguard … [Read more] about Why was Semester at Sea Banned?

Grand Opening of Scott opens new doors to Vanguard’s future

Oct 05, 2015 Thaddeus Brians 1671 0 0

On Saturday October 3, Vanguard celebrated the grand opening of the newly renovated Scott Academic Center. After a year of hard work, with over 350 donations totaling $7,044,873 raised, Vanguard has achieved it’s goal to be more. Scott Center is now the … [Read more] about Grand Opening of Scott opens new doors to Vanguard’s future

the “Beat” rocks Lyceum theater through the Decades

Sep 20, 2015 Thaddeus Brians 1254 0 0

The Beat Goes On opened this weekend in the Lyceum Theater. The interactive musical takes the audience on a journey through the decades riding the wave of rock’n’roll. Last semester’s show was one of Vanguard’s highest grossing performances. If you haven’t … [Read more] about the “Beat” rocks Lyceum theater through the Decades

Japan —Making it matter

Apr 17, 2015 Thaddeus Brians 1726 0 1

“My grandfather bombed Pearl Harbor!” There was a brief pause of silence, as I perceived the Japanese man standing in front of us in Kyoto, smiling from ear to ear as if he had just said, “Welcome to Japan, my friends!” As odd as it sounds, I could not help … [Read more] about Japan —Making it matter

The Voyager

Feb 27, 2015 Thaddeus Brians 1444 0 0

The community aboard the ship is like no other. Every day, in every port, there are new opportunities to grow; this is not only a result of the multitude and variety of cities we are exploring, but also due to the inescapable simplicity of living on a … [Read more] about The Voyager

“The Coffee Snob” Informs the Everyday Joe

Nov 24, 2014 Thaddeus Brians 1481 0 0

If you’ve ever been told off by a snarky barista when you order a macchiato and get something surprisingly different, you may be another casualty of America’s miseducation on coffee. After working in the industry for years as a barista and a manager, Vanguard … [Read more] about “The Coffee Snob” Informs the Everyday Joe

Scaring is Caring at the New Harvest Party

Nov 09, 2014 Thaddeus Brians 1279 0 0

The Harvest party took a wild twist this year with the collaboration of Balport staff and residents with SGA. Instead of having the traditional Thanks-giving infused gathering in the campus mall, the party moved to the Newport dorms as a Haunted … [Read more] about Scaring is Caring at the New Harvest Party

Make Your Dreams Abroad Happen

Oct 29, 2014 Thaddeus Brians 1250 0 0

Studying abroad is arguably the best thing one can do while in college. Unfortunately, due to the financial cost of going to another country, many students let their overseas dreams die. Financial difficulty should never be the reason for anyone to not to … [Read more] about Make Your Dreams Abroad Happen

John Mark McMillan Talks on Music, Life and God

Oct 27, 2014 Thaddeus Brians 2055 0 0

Last Wednesday musician John Mark McMillan performed in the NMC. He took the stage in a tailored suit and began to lead the chapel in a time of unique praise, featuring several songs from his new album Borderland. Prior to the show, he shared a few of his … [Read more] about John Mark McMillan Talks on Music, Life and God

Student’s Stolen Truck is Returned

Sep 24, 2014 Thaddeus Brians 922 0 0

Only hours after having his truck stolen, junior Lucas Davis got it back, along with his laptop, charger, earphones, hat and sleeping bag. The thief reportedly ran out of gas and was found by LAPD in a Costa Mesa parking lot around 11:30am. Shortly after, … [Read more] about Student’s Stolen Truck is Returned

Improv Night lights up Lyceum Theater

Apr 26, 2014 Thaddeus Brians 1113 0 0

Students roared in laughter at Vanguard’s first Improv comedy night. After a successful spoof of last month’s play Oedipus Rex, the chair of the theater department, Susan Berkompas and junior Vincent Catalina wanted to put together an improv group. “It was … [Read more] about Improv Night lights up Lyceum Theater