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International Women’s Day: A Day of Protest for Mexican Citizens

Apr 30, 2024 Nadia Sosa 134 0 0

March 8 is a day internationally recognized as International Women's Day by the United Nations and observed globally, by nations around the world. While many nations in the rest of the world take the day to celebrate and call for the advancement of women’s rights, in Mexico, it is used as a day for protest, calling for the end of femicides, trafficking, and Machismo in the country, urging officials to lend a hand against the crimes that occur … [Read more] about International Women’s Day: A Day of Protest for Mexican Citizens

Vanguard Worship Collective Records Their First Album: “LIVE AT THE LIBRARY”

Apr 26, 2024 Rylee Orr 123 3 0

Featuring four original songs written by students, the live album is a catapult for a new movement of worship at Vanguard University. For most Vanguard students, the O’Cope Budge Library is a relaxing place to study, read, and unwind. From the small … [Read more] about Vanguard Worship Collective Records Their First Album: “LIVE AT THE LIBRARY”

The VU College Corps Closing Ceremony

Apr 25, 2024 Dayanara Willis 114 1 0

As some of you may know, Vanguard is blessed to be a part of this amazing community service program called College Corps. Vanguard is entering its third year in this program in Fall 2024, as they recently got renewed for another two years! More than 10,000 … [Read more] about The VU College Corps Closing Ceremony

Recycling on College Campuses

Apr 22, 2024 Theresa Nguyen 116 3 0

With the rising climate crisis, people are looking for ways to live sustainably more than ever, including recycling. Waste and single use plastics create greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to climate change, but how can individuals, especially college … [Read more] about Recycling on College Campuses

APIC’s Student-Teacher Luncheon

Apr 22, 2024 Theresa Nguyen 109 2 0

On the afternoon of Mar. 7, Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) students, faculty, and staff gathered in the Price Room from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for the Asian and Pacific Islander Club’s (APIC) Student Teacher Luncheon. Vanguard University’s … [Read more] about APIC’s Student-Teacher Luncheon

Ensure Justice 2024: Keeping Our Children Safe Online

Apr 22, 2024 Nadia Sosa 94 2 0

The first Friday and Saturday of March, 2024, the Global Center for Women and Justice’s annual Ensure Justice Conference took place. This year’s theme was, “Keeping Our Children Safe Online." Friday, March 1st was the first day of the annual conference. … [Read more] about Ensure Justice 2024: Keeping Our Children Safe Online

Mock Rock 2024

Apr 22, 2024 Rebekah Pulaski 91 2 0

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, … [Read more] about Mock Rock 2024

The Influence of C.S. Lewis

Apr 20, 2024 Trenton Fennell 126 4 0

Before becoming the well-known author of the book “Mere Christianity,” the man himself was a literary luminary whose influence has spread around the world. C.S. Lewis, a renowned British author, theologian and scholar continues to enchant people all over the … [Read more] about The Influence of C.S. Lewis

Your Story Matters: Increasing Inclusion at Vanguard University

Apr 11, 2024 Theresa Nguyen 97 0 0

Hosting a 45% Hispanic student population, Vanguard University serves as one of Orange County’s three Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs). With this title comes the responsibility to support and empower Hispanic students, a commitment that the university is … [Read more] about Your Story Matters: Increasing Inclusion at Vanguard University

What Makes Drama Interesting?

Mar 15, 2024 Trenton Fennell 179 0 0

Before whimsical comedies and exaggerated reality shows became popular, historical plays and music performances were in the works for centuries. When the word “drama” comes to mind, it can be associated with situations that can be wild or eye-shocking in a … [Read more] about What Makes Drama Interesting?

The Campus Climate Assessment: How the Office of Institutional Research is Helping Increase Inclusion

Mar 10, 2024 Theresa Nguyen 105 1 0

You might be familiar with the course evaluations that pop up on your Canvas home page towards the end of every semester, but the Office of Institutional Research does much more than facilitate surveys to better your classroom experience. The Office of … [Read more] about The Campus Climate Assessment: How the Office of Institutional Research is Helping Increase Inclusion

The Black History Month Banquet

Mar 08, 2024 Theresa Nguyen 104 0 0

On the evening of Feb. 21, the Black Student Union (BSU) held their annual, Black History Month Banquet in the Mahlon E. Layne building. “Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans, and a time for recognizing the … [Read more] about The Black History Month Banquet

Students Showcase Unique Styles on New TikTok Account ‘VU Fashion’

Mar 07, 2024 Sarah Stock 165 6 0

In December 2023, freshman and Marketing major Charlotte White started a page on TikTok called VU Fashion (@vu.fashion) where she showcases the style of Vanguard students, including herself. “I’ve been meeting with different students, I just go up to everyone … [Read more] about Students Showcase Unique Styles on New TikTok Account ‘VU Fashion’

Microaggression: Addressing the Subtleties of Racism in Academia

Mar 06, 2024 Nadia Sosa 120 1 0

We often hear the word “racism” and assume it is a blatant attack on a group or individual, however, microaggressions are also a form of racism. As a Hispanic Serving Institution, it is important for our student and faculty populations to be informed and … [Read more] about Microaggression: Addressing the Subtleties of Racism in Academia

OCHTTF and Vanguard University’s Know More, Do Better 2.0 Conference

Mar 06, 2024 Nadia Sosa 111 2 0

On Wednesday, Jan.31, Orange County Human Trafficking Task Force came together with Vanguard University’s Global Center for Women and Justice for “Know More, Do Better,” a student conference. The conference welcomed over 500 middle school students and … [Read more] about OCHTTF and Vanguard University’s Know More, Do Better 2.0 Conference