by Kathryn Claire Watts | Sep 12, 2011 | News Slider
Before the Student Activities Center opened last Thursday, students were completely unaware of the changes being made. The doors were locked, the glass was dusty, and all that was heard were power tools inside. But when students took the tour at the grand opening, they were amazed to see it beautifully changed. “The layout of the building may look the same, but everything has changed,” said Kinesiology Professor April Ezell. “There’s an entirely new workout room where the music building used to be. The floors are completely new. We even have a juice bar.” In addition to the new floor, workout room and juice bar, there are 17 additional machines, a new spinning theater location and a completely revamped classroom that will be used for yoga, aerobics and other classes. There are many differences in the policies of the SAC, as well. The workout room is now co-ed, a major change from previous rules. The classes offered are now completely free, when they were around $3 a class last year. The staff is also offering instructions on the machines for free. The changes also feature more aesthetically pleasing lighting– a trait that is sure to be mood enhancing. “If you come in on a bright day,” said Ezell. “It feels like you’re outside, in the gym. Several students have told me it has completely lifted their spirits.” So if you haven’t already, check out the SAC today and see another great building given new life! For a list of events and classes, click here. For more photos, click here (Photo Credit: Whitney Jarreld) ...
by Kathryn Claire Watts | Mar 31, 2011 | News Slider
As highlighted in an earlier story, President Lowry recently detailed to students and faculty the plans for “Lipscomb: Next,” a large construction project slated to be finished by 2016, Lipscomb’s 125th anniversary. The plan is set to include new nursing, pharmacy, science buildings and residence halls, as well as expansions and renovations to the Student Activities Center, Swang, and Fanning Hall. The changes will ultimately bring the campus into the 21st century with technology. Some students are excited by the announcement of progress. Dustin Hood, a junior finance and marketing major from Smithville, Tenn., said that he is excited for the upcoming construction. “Allowing the campus to grow and adding new buildings not only expands the view of the campus to incoming students and the community, it helps add prestige and bring in those students who are on the fence about going to a small Christian school,” Hood said. “We have to expand to compete with other schools in the region as well.” Others aren’t so sure about the changes. Andres Gonzalez, a sophomore international business major from Ensenada, Mexico, wonders how the administration plans to accommodate students attending the school now. “They are expanding the facilities for more students and classrooms, but not dorms,” Gonzalez said. “This plan won’t benefit anyone who is here right now.” It is a well-known fact that living space is limited for next year already. Sarah Mehringer, a freshman pre-pharmacy major from St. Louis, Mo., thinks that while the project will benefit future students, it might do more harm than good to students paying for school now. “It’s a good idea, but why are...
by Kathryn Claire Watts | Dec 14, 2010 | News Slider
It’s no secret that Christmas is around the corner. The lights are up, Starbucks has their signature Christmas concoctions available. Most Americans take all the merry festivities for granted, maybe even getting tired of the holiday season with age. But for some of Lipscomb’s students, our typical celebrations are far from what they’re used to. Amelia Ong, a sophomore Communications and Education major from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia is one of these students. Her favorite Christmas pastime is putting up the tree. “We have no pine trees, so everything is artificial,” she said. “I love putting it up with my sister, it’s definitely a tradition we try to do together every year.” Malaysia’s traditions don’t seem to be very different from American traditions. “Everything is as commercialized as it is here. Everyone celebrated the Santa Claus side of Christmas, but only the Christians celebrate the nativity.” Ong noted the differences she enjoys the most are fireplaces and real trees in th U.S. “[In Malaysia], it’s too hot for either,” Ong said. She also aded that in her country, people also celebrate Boxing Day, which is the day they open presents. “I tend to use Christmas as a time to ground myself and remember the real reason for the season, which isn’t one of presents but about Jesus,” Ong said. Ong isn’t able to return home this year for break. She says what she’ll miss the most this year is her family and putting up the tree with her sister. “My dad is actually coming to America on a business trip next year. It’s my Christmas wish to be able to see him.” Amanda...
by Kathryn Claire Watts | Nov 10, 2010 | News Slider
Halloween might have been last week, but that doesn’t slow down the holiday season from rushing in. The lights are going up around campus, the Christmas cups are fully stocked in Starbucks and A Cappella has learned all their music for Lighting of the Green. It won’t be long until the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade is on, everyone stuffing themselves with turkey and storing up energy to make it through Black Friday. There are several things happening around town to get you in the holiday spirit. Christmas Village celebrates its’ 50th anniversary this year. Christmas Village is a large shopping event held at the Tennessee State Fairgrounds. Retailers selling jewelry, clothing, home goods, confections, food and one-of-a-kind items set up for the weekend. The event is being held this Friday, Nov. 12 through this Sunday, Nov. 14. Tickets are $8 pre-sale and $10 at the door. Sales help the Pi Beta Phi Alumnae Club of Nashville benefit the Vanderbilt Bill Wilkerson Center and other philanthropies around town. Don’t miss out on this wonderful, cheery atmosphere sure to put you in the holiday spirit! You can find more information at www.christmasvillage.org. The lights are being placed around campus, indicating one thing. Lighting of the Green is right around the corner! On November 30, Amy Grant will join Lipscomb’s A Cappella choir in bringing in the Christmas festivities. The night begins at 4:30 with free food and the concert begins at 5:30. This event is open to the public. The Nashville Christmas Parade being held on Friday, Dec. 3 marks the parade’s 58th year. This year the grand marshal is country music radio...
by Kathryn Claire Watts | Nov 3, 2010 | News Slider
Eleven Lipscomb students spent Tuesday evening at the WSMV studios, where they collected poll results from Tennessee counties to help in the televised news coverage of the heated elections. They were asked by WSMV’s Belinda Coffee to assist the regular news team by making phone calls to election results from each county. The students began the evening by getting a quick tour of the studio and then they received instructions on how to make the calls. While the task was simple, the students learned important details on the relationship between politics and communications. Click here for more information on election night. Leah Raich, a junior public relations major from Memphis, said she enjoyed the lessons learned. “This experience has really exposed me to technicalities that come with not only reporting but with preparing information for the air,” Raich said. Kathryn McKinley, a sophomore public leadership major from McMinnville, Tenn., said the experience exposed her to some of the ins and outs of the broadcast news industry. “You always hear people say a lot goes on behind the scenes, and I didn’t realize how true that was until this experience,” McKinley said. Dasha Tammark, a junior mass communication major from Okinawa, Japan, said the exercise — which was sort of a “field trip” by members of COMMA (Communication Majors and Minors Association) — offered up a lesson in American politics. “Being from Japan I know very little about politics,” Tammark said. “This experience has made me want to be more involved with politics and just generally more aware of what’s going on.” Please upgrade your...
