by Joel Clinger | May 11, 2018 | News Slider
The new business building will be placed at the corner of Grandview and Belmont, taking over the current green-space there, Director of Campus Construction Mike Engelman confirmed. Rumors have been flying ever since an anonymous $23 million gift to Lipscomb was announced at the Imagine Conference in April, the largest gift in school history. President Randy Lowry announced the gift and a few things it would be used for, such as the business building, more parking and additions to the global learning location in Florence, Italy. The plans for the new business building are still in the works, but Dean of Student Life Josh Roberts talked a little about the advantages of the project as a whole. “The project will convert existing green space into multi-use space that addresses some of our most pressing student needs – new classrooms, new green features, new student commons spaces and new parking resources,” Roberts said. Roberts also discussed what benefits stood out to him. “It’s impossible for me to identify a single best benefit of the new building because every part of its design is purposeful in a meaningful and strategic way,” Roberts said. “The outdoor spaces will give views of the most beautiful portions of campus, and the technology upgrades in the classrooms will continue Lipscomb’s commitment to be a leader in incorporating cutting edge learning technology into every possible student space.” However, many details are still being worked out, including the start and end date of construction. Sophomore finance major Matt Sherrod said he personally does not think the College of Business needed a new building. “I don’t think we needed a...
by Joel Clinger | Jan 23, 2018 | News Slider, Sports
The Lady Bisons could not quite take down the Goliath of Atlantic Sun women’s basketball on Monday night, falling to Florida Gulf Coast (19-3, 5-0 ASUN) by a score of 68-54. Lipscomb hung tough throughout the entire game until the last few minutes. “You can’t judge anything that you do by the final score,” Lipscomb coach Greg Brown said. “I think we can look at our intensity.” The Lady Bisons (6-14, 2-3 ASUN) went on a 10-0 run late in the third quarter to pull even at 48. FGCU’s largest lead throughout the game was eight until the final five minutes, when the Eagles closed on a 20-6 run. Brown was pleased with his team after the game. The Eagles are ranked #1 among mid-major schools by College Insider and have also received votes in the AP Top 25 Poll. “Your margin of error is very small,” Coach Brown said. “I’m very proud of what we were able to do, and I think it’s big for them to understand that they are capable of doing a lot of things.” The Lady Bisons relied heavily on the scoring of senior Loren Cagle and freshman Taylor Clark. Cagle led all scorers with 20 points, and Clark added 14. Redshirt freshman Emily Kmec scored just three points in the game on one-of-nine shooting, despite averaging 10 points per game this season. Coach Brown was not worried about her performance. “She’s a good shooter,” Coach Brown said. “That’ll happen. She still had seven rebounds, deflections, one assist, no turnovers and a blocked shot, so there’s always more ways to contribute. Her length helps...
by Joel Clinger | May 15, 2017 | News Slider, Sports
Junior golfer Eric Ansett picked up his game on the course this season, but he was recently recognized for his work in the classroom as well. Ansett was given the honor of the Atlantic Sun’s Men’s Golf Scholar-Athlete of the Year at the Golf Championship banquet. He becomes the first Bison to ever win the award in men’s golf. Ansett currently has a 3.71 grade point average as he finished out his third year as a Journalism and New Media major at Lipscomb. The Spokane, WA, native was a member of the All-Academic team last year, but he laid claim to the top academic honor this year. Despite last year’s selection, Ansett was still surprised to receive the award. “I was not expecting the award at all, but it was still an honor to receive it,” Ansett said. “I think it’s something to be proud of, to excel on the course and in the classroom, but to be recognized for it is just an extra bonus. There were probably plenty of other guys who deserved it just as much.” Ansett kept this attitude as he discussed how he keeps his grades up. “I wouldn’t say I have a secret formula or anything, but when you miss so much school, I have found two things to be crucial,” Ansett said. “First, don’t be afraid to meet with your teachers to go over things. They are always there to help. And second, pick good friends who will always take good notes for you. Those two things will literally save your life.” Ansett wants to be a sports journalist one day and...
by Joel Clinger | Apr 22, 2017 | Arts and Entertainment, News Slider
“It meant a lot to go out on a bang like this.” Senior Glenn Hill could not stop smiling after the Jazz and Improvisation Workshop Concert on Wednesday night in Shamblin Theatre. The show, directed by Music Adjuncts Marcus Finnie and Kyle Whalum, featured many Lipscomb students like Hill alongside professionals in the music industry, including Whalum’s father, Grammy-winner Kirk Whalum. The students involved worked hard in their Jazz and Improvisation Workshop this semester to develop their soloing skills. Many had not soloed in front of an audience before Wednesday. Director Kyle Whalum was excited to see the students’ work come to fruition because he knows how scary it can be. “When a student jumps in for the first time and goes for it, that’s what it’s all about,” Whalum said. Whalum also compared the fear to something a little more “modern”. “It’s an incredibly difficult thing to say you’re going to do,” Whalum noted. “I think in modern terms, it’d be like freestyle rapping. How many times have you been hanging out, someone’s free-styling, and you kind of want to, but you’re way too scared to? That’s what it feels like.” These young musicians were not only able to exhibit their abilities, but they were joined by seasoned veterans who were able to throw down their own solos. “The concert would have been great regardless, but having them here made it even better.” Whalum’s father, Kirk Whalum, headlined the night, and is a Grammy-winning sax player who has soloed for many, including the late Whitney Houston. “We’re just so honored to have world-class musicians — which Nashville has...
by Joel Clinger | Apr 10, 2017 | News Slider
Lipscomb students contribute to the on-campus radio station Lumination Radio to produce content varying from music to sports, finding their work paid off in a sense of achievement. Senior Anna McClure, Lumination Radio’s program director, oversees the schedule for the 24/7 radio station. She spends a lot of her time working with music, people who want to make a podcast and both live broadcasts of The Gathering and sports events. “I love being a part of the live broadcasts that we do,” McClure said. “Seeing everyone come together to produce a broadcast is incredibly rewarding. It’s been one of the most rewarding aspects of my role as program director.” Senior Sports Director KJ Lauck puts together groups for each sports broadcast and works with athletics to execute each game. Lauck said he shares similar feelings toward the broadcasts. “My favorite thing about broadcasting is preparing for the game and doing research, and then being able to use that during a game,” Lauck said. “It’s a feeling of accomplishment.” There is a wide range of people that contribute to these broadcasts, some that are even outside the Communications department. “I’ve called games with people from different majors like English, and it was smooth,” Lauck says. “Everyone who wants to participate can participate. There are no exceptions.” Radio Assistant Wayne Campbell oversees all production of the radio station. Campbell noted that he sees a lot of talent and good content through Lumination Radio. “I’m always proud when our students win awards for their work — and there have been several in the past couple of months; but I’m never prouder than when...
