VANGUARD UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK
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INTRODUCTION
WELCOME TO VANGUARD UNIVERSITY Whether you are new to Vanguard University, or a long time employee, this Employee Handbook has been developed to help answer your questions and provide guidance regarding our policies, benefits and expectations. As an Employee of Vanguard University, the importance of your contribution cannot be overstated. The mission of Vanguard University is to pursue knowledge, cultivate character, deepen faith and equip each student for a Spirit-empowered life of Christcentered leadership and service. Together we pursue our mission by cultivating the Spirit-empowered life in Christian experience and service; promoting academic excellence that integrates faith and life; providing professor-mentors in a dynamic community environment. It is my vision that Vanguard University will become a nationally recognized leader in Christian higher education by cultivating academic excellence, character development and global perspective as seeds of greatness in the life of every student. Every day, you are cultivating those seeds of greatness. You are a vital part of this process for your work directly influences our community and the students we serve. Vanguard is built on a foundation of integrity and reputation that is second to none. That foundation is the direct result and reflection of you. As the Vanguard brand continues to expand, we must remember that we all have a responsibility to conduct ourselves in a manner that is in compliance with the highest ethical and legal standards while meeting the growing educational needs and challenges in higher education. It is imperative that we always conduct business honestly and fairly, with respect and integrity. This Employee Handbook explains our Human Resources policies and benefits, as well as the specific opportunities and responsibilities that exist for you within the Vanguard culture. In an effort to be responsive to the needs of a growing organization, changes or additions to this Handbook will be made as necessary and communicated via Inside VU and campus email. We ask that you read the handbook and complete the acknowledgement at the end of the document.
We hope you will always find your work to be both challenging and rewarding. Serving with you, Michael J. Beals, PhD President/CEO
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