by Bailey Burnett | Oct 2, 2019 | News Slider
Former local news anchor Lydia Lenker advised Lipscomb communication and journalism students to “enjoy the journey” while chasing life’s opportunities during the school year’s inaugural installment in the Media Masters Series. That series, hosted by the Department of Communication and Journalism, brings media professionals to campus to offer insight to students as they ponder their futures. As a part of the advice she offered students, Lenker urged them to call and reach out to people to get their names out there, elevate their profiles. “This town is so full of media opportunities. Make the first move, share information, and build trust,” she said. She reminded students to be aware of — and careful with — their social media presence. “Employers go right to social media to see what you are all about,” she said. “Be really aware of your virtual footprint.” Lenker brought tons of experience to the appearance. After Lenker graduated from Temple University, she worked in numerous roles behind the scenes in TV production, as well as some on-air radio positions. Eventually, Lenker worked her way up to her dream position of a reporter/anchor at NewsChannel 5 in Nashville, where she won an Emmy for “Best Weekend Newscast” in the Southeast region. She also was known among the news media, locally, for her strong reporting about the state Legislature and the governor. That pretty much set the stage for the non-broadcast part of her career. After her 16-year stint as a reporter and anchor with NewsChannel 5, Lenker became the press secretary for Tennessee Gov. Phil Bredesen during his initial campaign and continued in that role through...
by Bailey Burnett | Aug 31, 2019 | News Slider
Learning throughout life and the community are goals of Lipscomb’s Lifelong Learning program which offered socializing and signups during the Aug. 28 Kick-off Reception in the Ezell Center on campus. The first session begins September 3 and concludes on October 7. The second session starts October 21 and runs until November 22. This program provides senior alumni and members from all over the community opportunities to stretch their knowledge and build relationships within an affordable an cost. This program started in 2002. “It’s really exciting today, because it’s just like the first day of school and you haven’t seen your friends since before summer, so it’s kind of like a little reunion going on today,” said Amy Hamar, director of the Lifelong Learning Program. Hamar has played a huge role in this program the past 10 years and said she loves getting to work with the seniors of this community every year. “It started through Patty Dugan, who was a former professor here,” said Hamar. “When she retired nine or 10 years ago she was stepping down from this position, so I was blessed enough to be able to be the one to step into it. And it has been a great opportunity ever since. “We are excited to kick off what we think will be a great semester with classes and some wonderful professors, and we are just excited to have everyone here today.” Hamar has played a huge role in the overall success of the program by volunteering in the years before stepping into the directing role. “I love this program, because I am able to use...
