by Cory Woodroof | Apr 17, 2013 | News Slider
An annual event here in Music City, the 44th annual Nashville Film Festival is set to begin its weeklong run at the Regal Green Hills 16 Theater by campus this week. This year’s slate of films ranges from a past Oscar nominee to highly anticipated films that have running the festival circuit. Portia Knox, the Media Manager for the Nashville Film Festival, spoke about the benefits the festival offers students, as the event offers discounts and free admittance to weekday matinee showings to those with a college ID. “Since Lipscomb University is a Partner University with the Film Festival this year, students can see any weekday matinee film for free, and all the other films are discounted to $8 (as opposed to $12),” Knox said. “All of the red carpet events are open to the public as well, so students can catch a glimpse of the film makers and celebrities as their films premiere.” The festival is showing the Nashville premieres of such notable releases as Jeff Nichol’s Mud, the indie comedy The Way, Way Back (from Oscar winners Jim Rash and Nat Faxon) and the documentary Muscle Shoals. Knox recommends that attendees check out some of the big titles the festival is offering, as well as Kon Tiki, a Best Foreign Language Film nominee from the 2013 Oscars. “As far as films I’d recommend, all of the Special Presentation films this year are really awesome,” Knox said. “I’m most excited about The Kings of Summer and Kon Tiki. There’s also some excitement about Good O’ Freda, which is a documentary about The Beatles’ long-time secretary.” The event will run from Thursday,...
by Cory Woodroof | Apr 15, 2013 | News Slider
With the close of the semester looming on the horizon, it’s now time to elect new students to the Lipscomb Student Government Association. The elections for President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasure and class level Senators will be taking place this week, alongside a debate between the top offices. Brandon Carver and Andrew Hunt will be running for President, while Tyler Osborne and Drew Watson will be running for Vice President. Julia Rox is running unopposed for Secretary, and Braxton Hillis, Melissa Parrish and Clay Whitaker are all running for Treasurer. Lumination and SGA will host a debate between the executive candidates that will be held in Shamblin Theater on Tuesday, April 16, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Food will be provided. If you are unable to attend the debate, Lumination will be live streaming the event on our Live page and on LU Radio. Elections will be held on Wednesday. — Here is the full list of candidates, courtesy of SGA. President (pick one) [GS, SR, JR & SO]: Brandon Carver Andrew Hunt VP (pick one) [GS, SR, JR & SO]: Tyler Osborne Drew Watson Secretary (pick one) [GS, SR, JR & SO]: Julia Rox Treasurer (pick one) [GS, SR, JR & SO]: Braxton Hillis Melissa Parrish Clay Whitaker Senior Senator (pick 5) [SR]: Austin Birge Brittany Bishop Kelli Blackshear Rachel Bush Michael Clinger Virginia Ezell Michael J Fox Keiana Hastings Daniel Jordan Josh Self Caesar Tang Junior Senator (pick 5) [JR]: Kirby Arloff Brendon Burke Seth Carey Samantha Horne Daniel Hutchison Brad Oster Matthew Samek Jessica Smotherman Allie Sockwell Sophomore Senator (pick 5) [SO]: Lorina Aboulmouna Julia Allen Jordan Beale Mary Kathryn Charlton Ezra...
by Cory Woodroof | Apr 15, 2013 | News Slider
My name is Brandon Carver, a Political Science major from the sprawling metropolis of Lebanon, Tenn., and I am running to be your SGA President, 2013-2014. All this week while I have been campaigning to the student body, tirelessly inviting Facebook friends to like my page and getting my friends to help with signs or spread the word of my candidacy, I have been faced with one simple question: “Why should I vote for you?” My top priority as SGA president will be to have constant two-way communication with the student body. Each week, all students should know what is voted on in our meetings — how we are working for you — as well as more efficient advertising for our large events each year. But, SGA should also have a constant open-ear to Lipscomb students so we know what you want from us. This fall, look for a “Meet Your SGA Day” in the square where we can meet you and hear your ideas. But, also expect a newsletter every two weeks and more aggressive marketing for on-campus events, as well as happenings throughout Nashville. Also for next year, look for a twist on some of your favorite events on campus. Expect a bigger, better Paint the Herd, a tentative music festival on the Intramural Field, and [Insert Your Idea Here]. You pay a premium to come to Lipscomb, you have ideas and there is absolutely no reason why SGA cannot deliver. Look for the follow-through on Patrick Grace’s off-campus meals project and discounts for Lipscomb students at nearby restaurants. Lipscomb is in Music City, and there is...
by Cory Woodroof | Apr 15, 2013 | News Slider
My name is Andrew Hunt. I am a junior Corporate Management major from Centerville, Tenn. Around this time a year ago, I was elected to serve Lipscomb as the Vice President of the SGA. My year serving alongside Patrick has better prepared me to serve as President more than anything else could. During my time as Vice President, I’ve seen all of the great things that SGA is capable of accomplishing, but I’ve also seen many areas that can be improved upon. My main area of concern is communication. Our communication with the student body definitely needs some improvement, but I believe our communication with Lipscomb Administration and the Board of Trustees is vital. It’s easy to look at our problems as students individually, but I believe it’s important to look at the bigger picture. Whether our problem is with parking, meal plans, increased tuition, outrageous housing prices, not having Good Friday off, sophomores living off-campus or the numerous other things that Lipscomb can improve upon, it is impossible to get anywhere with these issues if the SGA can’t communicate effectively. If I am elected President of the Student Government Association, I promise that SGA’s communication with students, administration and the Board of Trustees will be greatly improved. I believe that this improved communication will lead to fairer policies, a better relationship between students and administration and an all-around better experience for Lipscomb students. On Wednesday, please take time to go vote in the Student Center, no matter who are voting...
by Cory Woodroof | Apr 10, 2013 | News Slider
Tuesday evening, students gathered in Alumni Auditorium to witness some of their peers showcase their skills in this year’s talent show, entitled The Showtime at the Apollo. The free event, hosted by Kappa Iota Theta and sponsored by SGA, features a myriad of acts, ranging from singer-songwriter sets to dance routines to comedy sketches. Senior admissions as Jessica Duty and Reggie Blair were the evening’s emcees, providing humorous moments throughout the program. To Duty, getting to see her former recruits sharing their talents with the student body is a unique treat. “For me, it’s really exciting,” Duty said. “We don’t always get to be involved in knowing what our students do after they get here, so for me, it’s exciting to get to see them perform and to be able to interact with them and see how they’re connecting here on campus.” Blair echoed Duty’s sentiment, commending the bravery that students take to participate in a public event like a talent show. “I think it’s always good to actually see the talent that we have on campus,” Blair said. “We have a lot of great students on campus, and when they have the courage to show their talent, I think it’s going to be a fun thing.” For the night’s showcase, Lana Rainey performed Gnarles Barkley’s “Crazy,” with guitar accompaniment, Shea Mcgee performed an original song called “Greatest Fear,” Jamal Ukwu performed spoken word poetry, Cedric Duncan and Sam Coursey shared original songs, Josh Whisler performed the hit song “Stereo Hearts,” and Inett Branch III performed a few rap songs. Just before the show’s intermission, Kali B, a singer who...
