by Brianna Langley | Jan 15, 2014 | Opinion
They say when you travel, you should always keep a journal. And while I do plan on keeping my personal journal for my own sake, I also want my column for Lumination about my semester abroad in Santiago, Chilé, to be something like a journal for all of my readers to see. Now, that is not to say this column will be a jumbled mess of rambling, random thoughts and memories; it will obviously have more structure and preparation behind it than that. No, I use that analogy to introduce this column because the writing here will be conversational, and even borderline casual. If you choose to read this column, my hope is that you will be delightfully struck by the creative, colorful and free-flowing writing style, and that you will feel truly a part of the experiences and memories that I’m creating and expressing to you via the written word. I want my readers to know exactly what it is like to live abroad, and to feel as though they share in the valleys and peaks of that experience. My name is Brianna Langley, and I have been the lifestyles editor for Lumination Network since last August. I plan to double major in journalism and international affairs, and I am currently a second semester sophomore at Lipscomb University. My true passion is cultural and travel journalism, which is why I’m so grateful to have the opportunity to do write this column during my time abroad here in Chilé. I chose to participate in the Global Learning program for one semester (three months) because travel is and will always be my...
by Cory Woodroof | Jan 10, 2014 | News Slider
Take a look at the week at Lipscomb in photos, with views of the week’s winter weather and Thursday night’s Rush Fair at Allen Arena. Photos are by Lumination photographer Erin Turner. Winter Weather at Lipscomb Created with Admarket’s flickrSLiDR. Rush Fair Created with Admarket’s...
by Cory Woodroof | Jan 6, 2014 | News Slider
Lipscomb students have been given the go-ahead to return to campus after frigid winter weather prevented the spring semester’s start. University president Randy Lowry emailed students Monday afternoon, saying that students who were delayed from returning to campus after Saturday’s announcement of the postponed semester can now return to Lipscomb. He also mentioned the measures the school is taking in regards to the low temperatures. “Again, Lipscomb thanks you for your patience as we have dealt with issues presented by a weather event that has affected much of the country,” Lowry wrote. “We were fortunate that, in Nashville, the expected snow accumulation did not materialize, however, the life-threatening, single-digit temperatures did and are predicted to continue through Tuesday. (In light of that particular issue, the university has back-up heating resources that have been tested and are in place should utilities in the area need to reduce service levels in light of the very high demand presently in play here.) “So this is to let you know that students who have delayed their return to campus, as requested, can start returning. Please make your travel decisions wisely.” Lowry noted that faculty members will work with students who are still unable to leave their homes due to weather conditions. All undergraduate classes are still cancelled for Tuedsay (including undergraduate evening classes), but graduate classes on Tuesday evening will follow the class disruption policy. These students should be in communication with their respective professors. Monday night graduate classes are cancelled. Lowry also mentioned that campus services, such as food, security, health and other student services, are all on a regular schedule. Photo...
by Cory Woodroof | Jan 5, 2014 | News Slider, Sports
In the Lipscomb men’s basketball team’s first game back in Allen Arena Saturday since their early December win over Tennessee Tech, the Bisons, now in conference play, kept it close with the visiting North Florida Ospreys, but despite a late run by Lipscomb, the Ospreys left victorious, 78-73. The Bisons are still searching for their first Atlantic-Sun win of the season. A staunch first half gave no wiggle room for either team to gain any momentum, with junior twins Martin and Malcolm Smith turning in strong efforts for the Bisons. North Florida led by one at the half. In the second half, the power struggle continued until North Florida went on a 10-0 run at 6:07 to take the game’s first commanding lead, 68-58, at 3:31 to go. The Bisons fought back with a flurry of baskets, narrowing the Osprey’s lead to two with the score sitting at 73-71 with a little over 30 seconds to go. However, the Ospreys held on for the win. Martin Smith led the Bisons in points with 20, with Malcolm Smith not too far behind with 18 points and seven rebounds. Freshman Josh Williams had 13 points and seven rebounds. When asked about the back-and-forth nature of the game, Martin Smith referenced the two different runs that each team went on. “You know, basketball is a game of runs,” Smith said. “We’ve just got to stick with what we’re doing.” Looking ahead to a quick turnaround for Monday’s game at home against fellow A-Sun member Jacksonville, Martin Smith says that consistency will be a key for success. “Our effort was there. We’ve just...
by Cory Woodroof | Jan 5, 2014 | News Slider
Rare inclement weather has put a halt to the Lipscomb University spring semester until Wednesday. The university notified students late Saturday night of the postponement, citing safety as a primary motive behind the decision. “This is to notify the Lipscomb University community that in light of history-making weather over much of the country this weekend and into Tuesday, with temperatures in Nashville expected to drop to near zero, the beginning of the spring semester will be delayed until Wednesday as a precaution to protect the safety of our students,” the notification read. “In addition, local officials have apprised us as a precaution that demand on utilities could result in unscheduled shut downs for undetermined periods of time. While we do not at this time expect weather-related issues, the university feels it is best judgment to wait a few days to begin the new semester.” The school is asking local students, whether they are boarding or commuter students, to stay at or return to their homes until possibly late Tuesday, though the university recommends waiting for a solid return time that will be announced. For students who cannot change travel arrangements or have already returned to Nashville, the university says that they have made plans for safe, comfortable conditions in the event of any weather-related utilities limitations. Planned events such as Sunday’s new student express orientation and Monday’s 5 p.m. men’s basketball game against Jacksonville will still go on as scheduled. University offices and support services will be also be on a normal schedule, including the food court in the Bennett Campus Center. Continue to follow Lumination for all weather-related...
