by Kage Sanderson | Sep 25, 2013 | News Slider
For 15 years now, the words “Google it!” have been on the mouths of people searching for a quick answer. Google has been playing a huge role on the Internet and in the lives of people who use it. In honor of Google’s 15th birthday, Google Student Ambassador Karla Chavez will be throwing a party on Friday, Sept. 27. Chavez is a Public Relations major and the first and only Google Student Ambassador on Lipscomb’s campus. She became involved with the Google Student Ambassador program through a mentor. “I applied for their program and was accepted in July,” Chavez said. During the Google birthday celebration, Chavez will have a few Google products for students to test out, including the Nexus 7 and the Chromebook. “This will be the first event I’ve done on campus. I really want to build a Google culture on campus,” Chavez said. “I want to make sure that students are aware of the Apps that we have through Google for Lipscomb. “I want them to learn how to use the products and also show them the right tools on how they could apply for the Ambassador program one day, too. I want students to be able to have the same opportunities as I have had. “Ultimately, the goal of the event is for students to meet their Google Student Ambassador,” Chavez said. “And for students and their clubs to learn how they can benefit from using Google products.” Chavez said that the Nexus 7 is her favorite Google product. “I can get books through Google Play and they are less expensive than going to the...
by Logan Butts | Sep 25, 2013 | News Slider
Another round of performers and presenters are set for the 2013 Dove Awards, which are set to take place in at Allen Arena on Tuesday, Oct. 15. The line-up of performers continues to grow with the addition of Big Daddy Weave, Captial Kings, Colton Dixon, Jason Crabb, Kristian Stanfill, Rhett Walker Band and Tasha Cobbs. These artists will perform alongside the previously announced artists Gaither Vocal Band, Michael W. Smith, Tamela Mann and TobyMac. New presenters Brandon Heath, Candace Cameron Bure, David Mann, Joyce Meyer and Montell Jordan have been added to the show in addition to previously announced presenters Dr. Bobby Jones, Isaac Carree, Jaci Velasquez, Lecrae and Pastor Rick Warren. Former Dove New Artist of the Year winners Jamie Grace and Chris August will be hosting the pre-show ceremony. The pre-show takes place 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. and can be streamed, along with the Dove Cares Red Carpet, at www.hearitfirst.com/live. The awards show will be televised on the UP network on Monday, Oct. 21 at 8 p.m. Tickets for the show are available at the Allen Arena box...
by Aaron Schmelzer | Sep 25, 2013 | News Slider, Sports
Briefly: The flag football season is just around the corner. The captains’ meeting is Oct. 1, and the season officially begins Oct. 6. For more information, contact Even McGee...
by Brianna Langley | Sep 25, 2013 | News Slider
Lipscomb University’s theater department is gearing up for their fall production of Les Misérables. The musical will be held Nov. 6 – 8 in Collins Alumni Auditorium and will feature a host of talented actors and singers. Among the actors is guest Broadway star Chuck Wagner. Wagner will be playing the lead role of Jean Valjean. The musical is co-directed by Mike Fernandez, the chair of Lipscomb’s Department of Theatre, as well as Off-Broadway director and choreographer Justin Boccitto. Tickets will be available to purchase online, as well as Lipscomb University’s box office, located outside Allen...
by Savanna Schubert | Sep 25, 2013 | News Slider, Sports
Not many students can say they are playing a varsity sport in college, and very few can say that they are playing two. However, Viktoria Bjork is one who can claim this title. Bjork originally came to Lipscomb to play tennis, but with a change that was made in her high school years, she is ineligible for her first year. “I’m not allowed to compete for my first year in tennis because I’m 20 years old, and they have a rule against that,” she explained. Bjork plays women’s tennis and women’s golf at Lipscomb. “I’m allowed to compete in golf because they don’t have a rule against my age. With practice I think I’ll be able to compete in that too,” she said. Bjork was introduced to both games at a young age and loves them both. “I’ve been playing golf since I was eight years old and I’ve been playing tennis since I was six,” she said. Bjork said she is practicing during the week with tennis, and she practices with the golf team on Fridays and through the weekends. However, playing two sports aren’t the only interesting thing about Bjork. She comes to Lipscomb from Sweden. “I grew up with my family in southern Sweden with both my parents and my older brother. I’ve always been involved in a lot of sports, but growing up in southern Sweden was very different than what it’s like here,” she said. Bjork likes being in the states and while there are no huge differences, she did discuss some of the ones that caught her attention. “The food here is really...
by Erika Thornsberry | Sep 24, 2013 | News Slider, Sports
After the sudden leave of Assistant Coach Jada Mincy, former Lady Bison Anna Bowers will step in as Assistant Coach for the 2013-2014 season. The 23-year-old Bowers had been given the title of Director of Basketball Operations for the staff at the beginning of this year, but she has now accepted the title of Coach Bowers. She graduated two years ago and was a standout athlete for the Lady Bisons from 2008 to 2012. “Right now, I don’t have the experience of being a college coach, but I was just in the girls’ shoes,” Bowers said. “I’m young and know what they are going through; I really think I can use my skills to help them through this journey. Not only as good people for this community, but great basketball players as well.” There is definitely a great respect between Bowers and Lady Bison Head Coach Greg Brown. “Anna is someone that people look for to hire. She has great work ethic, and she buys into the values we have for this team. It’s always important to have someone that understands the culture of our program,” Brown said. “I was shocked with the whole situation,” Bowers said. “ My first reaction was I was flattered that he asked me. The fact that I get to work and learn under a coach that I respect so much is an honor.” This year with the Lady Bisons will be Bowers’ first year coaching at the collegiate level. Along with playing for four years in college, she has also coached at Ensworth High School. “I’m really excited to learn from all the coaches....
