by Brynn Watkins | Nov 14, 2012 | Uncategorized
Mark Slagle and Alex Cox are the men behind MANA Nutrition’s Manabago project. Through a partnership with MANA Nutrition, the team has helped raise money and provide sustenance for malnourished people across the globe. However, Slagle and Cox encountered an unfortunate setback when their 1971 Winnebago exploded on the Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu, Calif., leaving the philanthropic duo car-less and craving a new start. That new start came with a rather “nutty” idea called Good Spread Peanut Butter. Good Spread Peanut Butter is made from essential vitamins blended with organic honey and natural sea salt. With three servings of MANA’s peanut butter-based therapeutic food each day, a child on the brink of death can be revived in four to six weeks. “The dream and ultimate goal of Good Spread is to provide more therapeutic food to more severely malnourished kids,” Slagle said. Slagle and Cox partnered with MANA Nutrition once again to launch Good Spread Peanut Butter. In fact, MANA let Slagle and Cox use the company’s factory in South Georgia to produce their product. World Vision and other organizations have also partnered with MANA to help provide food for needy children. To help raise money for the Good Spread cause, Slagle and Cox established a website called Indiegogo to try and raise $65,000 in two weeks – just enough to help make 100,000 packets of Good Spread to get the project started. “We wanted something to give people so they wouldn’t just donate money to a cause and then turn around and forget about it all the next day,” Cox said. “We think a creative and delicious way to do that is by turning America’s craving...
by Emily Snell | Nov 9, 2012 | News Slider
In this week’s installment of Lumination News, Brynn Watkins and Nick Glende are behind the news desk to update you about what’s happening on campus. Madeline Smith brings you the latest information in political news, Nicci Carney delivers your weather forecast, and Ariel Jones offers a look at sports. Videos feature Bison Week, social club suspensions, The Pajama Game, on-campus food options, Caitlin Selle’s CMA Award of Merit, a unique class debate, Native American Day, Veterans Day, post-election coverage, and Nashville Spotlight on East Nasvhille....
by Emily Snell | Nov 2, 2012 | News Slider
In this week’s installment of Lumination News, Crystal Davis and Jeremy Keck are behind the news desk to update you about what’s happening on campus. Clay Smith brings you the latest information in political news, Brynn Watkins delivers your weather forecast, Madeline Smith gives you the scoop on all things entertainment, and Eric Robinson offers a look at sports. Videos feature Paint the Herd, PharmFest, Bison Week, Ethos Church’s fourth birthday, Halloween on campus including Haunted McFarland and Trunk or Treat, and Nashville Spotlight on Geek Media Expo....
by Emily Snell | Oct 26, 2012 | News Slider
In this week’s installment of Lumination News, Madeline Smith and Nick Glende are behind the news desk to update you about what’s happening on campus. Brynn Watkins brings you the latest information in political news, Nicolette Carney delivers your weather forecast, Crystal Davis gives you the scoop on all things entertainment, and Ariel Jones offers a look at sports. Videos feature the Nursing and Health Sciences Center dedication, Pizza and Politics, Food Day, HumanDocs, the documentary “Fresh,” Paint the Herd, fall break, dodgeball and Nashville Spotlight on Performance Studios located on Thompson Lane....
by Brynn Watkins | Oct 22, 2012 | Uncategorized
Name: Crystal Davis Year: Senior Style: Trendy / Comfortable / Classic Inspirations: Chloe Calvin Klein Kate Bosworth Piperlime What are your top three favorite places to shop? BCBG 7 for all mankind Lululemon 1. Leggings, tights and jacket – BCBG 2. Sunglasses – Prada 3. Shoes – Nine West 4. Bag – DVF Why did you choose these pieces? Bag – “This DVF bag is a classic and will last and last. I fell in love with the classic pattern and feel of the bag, in general. This bag matches everything and finishes off every outfit with a bang.” Shirt – “This BCBG shirt is a bright and statement-making piece that is a fun alternative to a regular classic T-shirt.” Shoes – “They are super comfy and match everything…one of the best purchases I have ever made.” Leggings – “I loved the style. They are are sleek, black and very on-trend. I loved how they were a mix of two fabrics as opposed to just a simple legging style.” Sunglasses – “I have been looking for a pair of statement sunglasses that really flatter my face shape. These tortoise print Pradas fit the bill.” What are your top three local Nashville favorites? City House SEE Eyewear UAL Any fashion advice for Lipscomb Students? “Don’t overdo it. Don’t wear stuff that is too big for you, not matter what designer it is. Get clothing items tailored to your body and they will flatter you much more. The tailoring will be worth the extra dollar spent. Fit is the most important aspect to an...
