Vanguard University Of Southern California

Wrapped in a white silk fur-lined cape, presented to him by students, Murray Dempster on Thursday was inaugurated president of Vanguard University of Southern California. Dempster was officially installed as the seventh president of the school, once known as Southern California College, at a ceremony packed with community and educational leaders. "I'm feeling excited about the future of the university and its service in the education of students," Dempster said.

Bruce Lindsay knew a good bargain when he saw one: For decades, the millionaire ate three square meals a day in the cafeteria of tiny Vanguard University in Costa Mesa, surrounded by students who called him the "campus grandpa." When he passed away last month at 79, the college learned just what a generous tip he had left.

By some measures, Southern California College, a small Christian college in Costa Mesa, has been a university for several years. With master's programs in education, religion and family counseling, and independent admissions and financial aid programs for each, the college already had expanded far beyond its liberal arts designation. On Tuesday, administrators announced that the 78-year-old college would become Vanguard University of Southern California as of July.

At Vanguard University, freshmen sprawl in the sun reading copies of "Mere Christianity." Dancing on the grounds is forbidden, and students part ways with "God bless you." Yet, the university in Costa Mesa is about to become one of the few Christian schools nationwide to encourage feminists to walk its halls. Well, Christian feminists. Vanguard plans to offer a minor in women's studies next spring, bringing into one program English, history and other humanities courses that focus on women.

Bruce Lindsay knew a good bargain when he saw one: For decades, the millionaire ate three square meals a day in the cafeteria of tiny Vanguard University in Costa Mesa, surrounded by students who called him the "campus grandpa." When he passed away last month at 79, the college learned just what a generous tip he had left.

There's a movement under way at Vanguard University and Russ Davis, the women's basketball coach, is leading the way. Davis committed to rehabilitating the program four years ago and his dedication has paid off this season. The Lions (9-2) are 12th in the NAIA poll, the highest ranking ever for a Golden State Athletic Conference women's team, and own a 41-game home winning streak.

The longest summer of Esaul Mendoza's life wouldn't have been nearly so long if getting into college was as simple as scoring goals. But Mendoza, who scored a county-high 47 goals last season for Estancia High, found the Vanguard University admissions department tougher to beat than any goalkeeper he faced in high school. With the first class just two days away and the Vanguard soccer season already in progress, Orange County's reigning scoring champion was ready to accept defeat.

Carin Avery, women's volleyball coach at Vanguard University, announced her resignation Thursday, according to Athletic Director Bob Wilson. Avery has accepted a job as an assistant coach at Valparaiso University. In her only season at Vanguard, she had a 12-14 record.

At Vanguard University, freshmen sprawl in the sun reading copies of "Mere Christianity." Dancing on the grounds is forbidden, and students part ways with "God bless you." Yet, the university in Costa Mesa is about to become one of the few Christian schools nationwide to encourage feminists to walk its halls. Well, Christian feminists. Vanguard plans to offer a minor in women's studies next spring, bringing into one program English, history and other humanities courses that focus on women.

Protestant Latinos, a growing group of voters who were key supporters of President Bush in 2004, have shifted their backing to Democratic Sen. Barack Obama, driven in large part by anger toward Republican immigration policies, according to a poll released Thursday. Latinos overall represent about 6% of U.S. voters. Protestant Latinos -- about a third of all Latinos -- heavily supported Bush's reelection.

Wrapped in a white silk fur-lined cape, presented to him by students, Murray Dempster on Thursday was inaugurated president of Vanguard University of Southern California. Dempster was officially installed as the seventh president of the school, once known as Southern California College, at a ceremony packed with community and educational leaders. "I'm feeling excited about the future of the university and its service in the education of students," Dempster said.

The longest summer of Esaul Mendoza's life wouldn't have been nearly so long if getting into college was as simple as scoring goals. But Mendoza, who scored a county-high 47 goals last season for Estancia High, found the Vanguard University admissions department tougher to beat than any goalkeeper he faced in high school. With the first class just two days away and the Vanguard soccer season already in progress, Orange County's reigning scoring champion was ready to accept defeat.

There's a movement under way at Vanguard University and Russ Davis, the women's basketball coach, is leading the way. Davis committed to rehabilitating the program four years ago and his dedication has paid off this season. The Lions (9-2) are 12th in the NAIA poll, the highest ranking ever for a Golden State Athletic Conference women's team, and own a 41-game home winning streak.

Carin Avery, women's volleyball coach at Vanguard University, announced her resignation Thursday, according to Athletic Director Bob Wilson. Avery has accepted a job as an assistant coach at Valparaiso University. In her only season at Vanguard, she had a 12-14 record.

By some measures, Southern California College, a small Christian college in Costa Mesa, has been a university for several years. With master's programs in education, religion and family counseling, and independent admissions and financial aid programs for each, the college already had expanded far beyond its liberal arts designation. On Tuesday, administrators announced that the 78-year-old college would become Vanguard University of Southern California as of July.