April 30, 2004: Headlines: Peace Corps Directors - Vasquez: Universities: Bible Training: Vanguard University of Southern California: Gaddi Vasquez to Speak at Commencement 2004 as Vanguard University of Southern California Graduates

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Gaddi Vasquez to Speak at Commencement 2004 as Vanguard University of Southern California Graduates

Gaddi Vasquez to Speak at Commencement 2004 as Vanguard University of Southern California Graduates

Gaddi Vasquez to Speak at Commencement 2004 as Vanguard University of Southern California Graduates

Gaddi Vasquez to Speak at Commencement 2004 as VU Graduates Largest Class

Vanguard University’s graduating class of 2004 will be addressed by Director of the Peace Corps Gaddi Vasquez at commencement May 8, 2004. Vasquez was nominated by George W. Bush and unanimously confirmed by the U.S. Senate in 2002. He is the first Hispanic American to serve as the director. “Hailing from Orange County, Gaddi Vasquez is a true friend of Vanguard University,” said VU President Murray Dempster. “We are honored and delighted that he will deliver the commencement address to the class of 2004.”

This year 477 students will graduate from Vanguard, a 4% increase from last year.

2004

Traditional Undergraduate College: 262
School for Professional Studies: 149
Graduate Education: 33
Graduate Psychology: 22
Graduate Religion: 11
Total: 477

2003

Traditional Undergraduate College: 236
School for Professional Studies: 167
Graduate Education: 15
Graduate Religion: 25
Graduate Clinical Psychology: 16
Total: 459

2002

Traditional Undergraduate College: 214
School for Professional Studies: 163
Graduate Education: 11
Graduate Religion: 9
Graduate Clinical Psychology: 21
Total: 418

The commencement will be held for the first time at the Pacific Amphitheatre across the street from the university on Saturday, May 8 at 4:30 p.m.

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Founded in 1920, Vanguard University of Southern California is a Christian comprehensive university, regionally accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, and is a member of both the Association of Independent California Colleges and Universities, and the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities.

The campus is located in Costa Mesa, off the 55 Freeway at the Fair Drive exit.





 Vanguard University

Founded in 1920, Vanguard University of Southern California (VU) is the largest Christian university in the Pentecostal tradition west of the Rocky Mountains

Founded in 1920, Vanguard University of Southern California (VU) is the largest Christian university in the Pentecostal tradition west of the Rocky Mountains. VU offers 30 majors and concentrations. Also available are opportunities for off-campus study in government in Washington D.C., or in missions and language at the University’s study center in San Jose, Costa Rica. The California campus is ideally located in Orange County where 2,000 nearby corporations provide students with countless jobs and internships. The campus is in Costa Mesa, 50 miles south of Los Angeles, 1 mile from Upper Newport Bay Natural Reserve, and only 5 miles from the Pacific Ocean.

During its 80 years, Vanguard University has been a leader in education innovation within the Assemblies of God. In 1939, VU became the first 4-year institution within the fellowship, and in 1964, VU was the first A/G university to receive regional accreditation.

Vanguard University is committed to providing an educational experience that integrates faith, learning, and living, while preparing students for a lifetime of learning and service in a variety of careers and ministries. Vanguard believes that a liberal arts education illuminated by Christian truth fosters intellectual and spiritual development that prepares and challenges students to take an active role in their culture and their world.


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