by Brynn Watkins | Nov 15, 2011 | News Slider, Opinion
If you find yourself honky tonkin’ around on 12th Ave. South, check out a classy vintage shop: Savant Vintage Couture. This little homestyle bungalow is filled to the gills with intricate and beautiful vintage pieces from decades past. A waterfall of vibrant colors and bold patterns cascades upon you while you make your way through the mazes of racks of statement pieces. High quality pieces are displayed in meticulous, carefully-analyzed ways. One can tell that there is a designer behind every placement. My friend recently found her wedding dress at Savant. She wanted something unique, yet timeless–a look of her own– something memorable. Savant fits the bill for finding that classic LBD (little black dress), vintage rocker tee or worn-in saddle bag. The whimsical and interesting pieces are at home here at Savant Vintage Couture. Come in for inspiration, exploration and quality. Savant Vintage Couture is open: Tuesday-Friday 11 a.m – 6 p.m. Saturday 10 a.m – 7 p.m. It is closed on Sunday and Monday. Savant Vintage Couture is located at 2302 12th Ave. South Nashville, TN 37204...
by Leah Raich | Nov 14, 2011 | News Slider
The fiery Mike Farris and the Roseland Rhythm Revue will be among the highlights of “The Welcome Table” – the next edition of TOKENS–which will be at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 20 at the Ryman Auditorium.In addition to under-the-radar star Farris, whose performances are flavored by old-fashioned revival shows, performers include Ketch Secor and Critter Fuqua of Old Crow Medicine Show, the Nashville Choir, Buddy Greene, Odessa Settles, Brother Preacher, the Most Outstanding Horeb Mountain Boys (Jeff Taylor, Aubrey Haynie, Byron House, Chris Brown, and Pete Huttlinger) and more. Of course, this is just the latest installment in the series of multi-faceted productions envisioned by Lee Camp, professor of theology and ethics at Lipscomb University. TOKENS features some of Nashville’s best musicians and songwriters. Each show also includes a theology lecture and creates an environment to promote good conversation. “TOKENS involves theology, humor and modern culture set to the tune of a bluegrass string band that’s just as likely to play Mozart as they are Guthrie,” said Jesse Baker, graduate of Lipscomb University who has been attending TOKENS for the past five years. “So, in short, it’s a little bit of everything I love most, and when you put it in the Ryman and have it benefit Room In The Inn, it becomes one of the most memorable experiences you’ll ever have in Nashville.” According to the TOKENS website, tickets can be purchased at all Ticketmaster Outlets; the Ryman Box Office (615.889.3060); or Lipscomb University Allen Arena Box Office. Tickets are $27.50 to $34.50. For groups of 15 or more, and for students, get a 10% discount (and no fees) through...
by Kathryn Claire Watts | Nov 14, 2011 | News Slider, Opinion
Commercials litter football games and Thanksgiving Day programs, and the newspaper is stuffed with ads the day before Black Friday. Some people stay up the night before to make sure they’re at the store on time, others sleep off the turkey and others go all out. Eric Heath, a senior law, justice and society major from Atlanta, Ga., has been planning a Black Friday Bash for the past five years. Festivities begin at 4 p.m. on Thanksgiving night in the Best Buy parking lot. Extension cords are brought in to generate power to the multiple televisions, heaters and even crock-pots. Lawn chairs are set up in theater style seating in front of one TV playing movies and another with video games. There is no doubt they go all out for this event. “This has been a tradition in my friend group for many years,” Heath said. “We’re being stupid in a safe way. Everyone comes for the experience, but only half of us really stay for the shopping. We’re not there for the consumerism; it’s for the friendship, the community and the experience, not for the sales.” Some have strict traditions. “On Thanksgiving, we lay out all the ads and map out our plan,” said Sydney Hale, a sophomore nursing major from White House, Tenn. “You have to really organize to get the best deals. We usually hit up Target and Toys-R-Us first, and then the mall once we’ve had some sleep.” Others are not so enthused. Many find it annoying and unnecessary. “I don’t go out on Black Friday because of all the crazy people,” said Megan Inman, a...
by Cory Woodroof | Nov 14, 2011 | News Slider
You might think that a college campus would be one of the safer places to rest your head. Walking to and from classes in broad daylight might be a simple, safe task, but think about if that one late-night class runs a few minutes over, or if that study session with a friend goes longer than expected. The long, dark walk back to your car in the dead of night can be a stressful experience, especially during the winter months when the moon creeps out quicker each evening. For a certain Vanderbilt student, this late-night stroll turned into something different entirely. In the early hours of Nov. 3, a female senior of the university was held at gunpoint by an unknown criminal. The man demanded her purse and quickly fled the scene once the bag was procured. This scary incident occurred during the student’s walk back to her on-campus apartment. The Lipscomb Security and Safety team works day and night to ensure that events like this don’t happen to Lipscomb students. Brad Wyatt, the director of security on campus, made it clear that the incident on Vanderbilt’s campus was unfortunate, but he said he hopes Lipscomb students understand that events like this have never occurred on Lipscomb’s campus during his four years as director of security. In fact, a mugging of that nature has never occurred on campus. He said he hopes that Lipscomb understand that, while on Lipscomb’s campus, safety is a top priority for his team. During the upcoming holiday season, Wyatt hopes that students will use common sense to stay safe – traveling in groups and...
by Hunter Patterson | Nov 11, 2011 | News Slider
Lumination News is back this week with veteran anchors Jessica Burke and Wade Funderburg, keeping you “in the know” when it comes to what is happening in the Lipscomb community. You wouldn’t know about it if we didn’t tell you, so make sure you watch them and Madeline Smith with entertainment, Kelly Dean with weather and Tyler Lallathin with sports. There is also a great interview with Roderick Hart, this week’s Pizza and Politics spokesperson. Please upgrade your browser Too bad we are not turning 11 today. That would be cool, wouldn’t...
by Danielle Boyd | Nov 11, 2011 | News Slider
Kappa Iota Theta will present its second annual Stomp Fest Friday, Nov. 11 at 9 p.m. Two years ago, Elizabeth Hayes, a social work major from Nashville, shared her interest in creating an annual step show on campus. Inspired by the movie “Stomp the Yard,” Hayes had a new vision of bringing students together through dance and step. In November 2010, Kappa Iota Theta held its first stepping competition between social clubs on campus. “You have talent shows where everybody sings,” said Hayes. “You have Singarama where everybody dances and sings at the same time, but you don’t have anything where they really step.” Now a senior and the president of Kappa Iota Theta, the multicultural association, Hayes feels optimistic that the step show will continue to be an annual tradition that brings students together. “I was shocked and thrilled at last year’s turnout of the first competition,” said Assistant Dean of Student Intercultural Development Tenielle Buchanan. “I am expecting the teams to be bigger and better than last year.” “I’m really happy that Stomp Fest is back again,” said Hayes. “I think it’s going be great. I feel that it is something everyone can enjoy.” One thing students can expect to see different in this year’s competition is the level of creativity. Each group creates a five to seven minute storyline based on a chosen theme, which they will be judged on. The categories include creativity, uniformity, execution, crowd enthusiasm, showmanship and vocal clarity. “I expect the teams to either go hard or go home,” said Buchanan. “The expectations are high.” When asked why students should attend Stomp Fest, ...
