Presenters from as far as Hong Kong and Canada attended the 2011 Conference on Christianity and Literature. Dr. Karen Lee, English Department chair, organized the conference, from accepting proposal submissions to attending panels. “[The conference] had … [Read more] about Conference Integrates Christianity and Literature
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Class Clowns Suspended
In March, it was announced that the Entourage and Delivery Boys Programs are to be suspended for the 2011-2012 school year. Students received emails from Administration that explained the situation: Vanguard leadership is reviewing the ministry teams to assess … [Read more] about Class Clowns Suspended
Students Bring Change and Hope Home to Ukraine
This summer, a group of students will be going and staying in Ukraine between June 14 and July 5 to build playgrounds for the local community and school. Vice President of Human Affairs Ann Hamilton will be leading a group of students across the world to a … [Read more] about Students Bring Change and Hope Home to Ukraine
Fair Trade, Fair Labor
It is estimated that there are 27 million slaves around the world today. There are numerous organizations fighting for their justice. Live2free is one that exists to challenge our generation to make a change, connect with others to save, rescue, restore and … [Read more] about Fair Trade, Fair Labor
Bricks for Brilliance
Bricks with engraved names and dates, walked over every day--perhaps a legacy forgotten, but for most a prestigious honor to receive. Delta Kappa Honor Society is one of Vanguard's most prized time-honored traditions. Since it was instituted in 1960, the honor … [Read more] about Bricks for Brilliance
Rick Warren Speaks at 2011 Commencement
This year at Graduation, Vanguard will host Pastor Rick Warren of Saddleback Church as the main commencement speaker. Warren is the founder and head pastor of Saddleback Church in Lake Forest, the eighth largest Church in the United States. He has written … [Read more] about Rick Warren Speaks at 2011 Commencement
A Head for Business, A Heart for the World
The SIFE team hosted its third annual Environmental Sustainability Conference, which was held in the Heath building from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Feb. 4. The SIFE team worked on this project since last semester.“SIFE is a non-profit organization that works with … [Read more] about A Head for Business, A Heart for the World
Student Campus Pastors Promote Spiritual Growth
Students attend morning chapels, praise God at Shine, and participate in chapel credit opportunities campus-wide. But who are the people "backstage" that invent chapel ideas and credit opportunities? It is the Spiritual Formation department, and more … [Read more] about Student Campus Pastors Promote Spiritual Growth
SGA Springs Into Action
This semester SGA has new goals, a new position, and new additions to the staff. The student body can look for changes in areas of student interaction and on-campus events as well as the continuing integration of commuters and athletes. A major goal for … [Read more] about SGA Springs Into Action
College Students Seek Help Now More Than Ever
More college students are coping with depression and anxiety disorders now than ever before. While most colleges and universities offer forms of mental health counseling, limited resources and understaffed counseling centers are becoming a problem as college … [Read more] about College Students Seek Help Now More Than Ever
Seniors Required to Earn Spiritual Formation Credits
The new Spiritual Formation policy requires seniors to earn 30 Spiritual Formation credits, just like all other students. Half of a senior’s credits can be earned by using Soul Care options. There are many opportunities for Soul Care credit. These … [Read more] about Seniors Required to Earn Spiritual Formation Credits
Sexual Harassment Incidents Increase On Campus
There have been over 60 students involved in sexual harassment incidents since the beginning of the school year, with each reported episode involving about 10 students, either directly or indirectly. Directly involved students are those personally engaged in … [Read more] about Sexual Harassment Incidents Increase On Campus
New Web site to Launch in February
Several Web site pages are in the process of a complete makeover. The university Web site, www.vanguard.edu, will be different visually and navigationally. The current launch goal for the Web site is mid-February 2011. Chief Communications Officer Kelly … [Read more] about New Web site to Launch in February
Community Celebrates Presidential Inauguration
Friday morning, October 15, began with a breakfast for the president, by special-invitation only, held at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, the location for the official ceremony. Soon after the breakfast was the Inauguration Ceremony. The formal ceremony was … [Read more] about Community Celebrates Presidential Inauguration
Missions Urge Students to Live Faith Globally
Israel, Mozambique, Dominican Republic, and Fiji are just a few of the 12 missions groups that were sent out this past summer. Each of the teams got to experience helping out and reaching others for Jesus on a global level. This year the Global Outreach … [Read more] about Missions Urge Students to Live Faith Globally