by Cory Woodroof | Sep 27, 2013 | News Slider, Sports
In the sixth week of the 2013-2014 school year, Madeline Smith and Joe Sanderson are behind the news desk to update you about what is happening on campus and around the Nashville community. Brianna Langley fills you in on the week’s top world news headlines, Janice Ng give the scoop on all things with Nashville entertainment, Kelly Dean gives you the weather forecast and Carter Sanderson brings you up to speed with sports. This week’s newscast sheds light on the merging of the English and Foreign Language Departments, offers a look into what the Lipscomb community thinks of Obamacare, takes a look at the new change of optional minors on graduation plans, shows highlights of the Lady Bisons’ volleyball match against Kentucky, gives an update on the shuttle service and features a recap of the 31st annual African Street Festival. Also featured this week are a look at Almost Golf, some insight into the upcoming Nashville Choreographer’s Canvas and an array of student opinions of the new Apple software update. Be sure to stay tuned for future newscasts published every Friday here on...
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 Kage Sanderson | Sep 17, 2013 | Uncategorized
Sophomore Mignonne Bryant is a student of many talents who has a unique perspective of Lipscomb and Nashville. Bryant is originally from Port Elizabeth, South Africa. Having lived in Brentwood for three years, Bryant enjoys Nashville’s status as “Music City.” “I am a singer, songwriter and musician. Music is in my genes,” Bryant said. “My dad’s songs played on South African radio for a while.” Bryant began writing music when she was very small and has not stopped. “I love sharing my gift with others,” Bryant said. Bryant said she also enjoys the city’s hospitality and abundance of opportunities. “I love the people. Everyone is so friendly. Also, there are a lot of opportunities in this city,” Bryant said. “Nashville is the place to be.” Bryant attends Lipscomb along with her sister Kate. “It’s fantastic going to school with her,” Bryant said. “We are really good friends despite the fact that we are as different as chalk and cheese.” Bryant is a New Media and Journalism student while her sister is pursuing a different career. “Even though we are pursuing different careers, it is great to be doing so together at Lipscomb,” Bryant said. Bryant is considering working for a newspaper, magazine or going into broadcasting after college, even though nothing is set in stone. “To be honest, though, I am still finding my way,” Bryant said. While attending Lipscomb, Byrant says she has enjoyed the resident Starbucks and campus’ familial atmosphere. “Oh man, Starbucks is my favorite,” Bryant said. “I don’t know what I’d do if I couldn’t order my tall Earl Grey tea! In fact, I order it...
by Brianna Langley | Sep 10, 2013 | News Slider
Merriment and fun accompanied the annual Nashville Greek Festival that took place at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church on Sept. 6 – 8. As hundreds of visitors made their way up the hill to the church, they were instantly greeted by festive music and the sweet scent of fresh baklava in the air. “It’s a good feeling to know that people still respect and honor the Greek heritage and culture anywhere in the United States,” Stefanie Glimenakis a Greek-American visitor said. “We have a small Greek community where I live, so it’s nice to go somewhere else like down south, where you don’t expect it, and see a good performing culture here and just celebrating it all. It’s really nice.” The Festival was started 26 years ago as a way to raise money for the local Greek Orthodox Church. “The purpose of the Greek Festival has been fundraising for our church, but also to share our ethnic background and to help people understand our orthodox faith,” Helen Sfikas Rogers, a church tour guide and local attorney said. The festival brings activities and live music for all visitors, and also shares important aspects of Greek culture in fun and diverting ways. “We have brought the culture of the Greek people and our faith through church tours, music, Greek bands, dancers, Greek food and pastries,” Katherine Nicholson Vasiliades a church member and president of Greek By Design importing company said. “It’s just great to bring our Greek culture to the people of Nashville.” The festival welcomed all kinds of visitors, from the rock wall and caricature artists, to the bake sales and traditional Greek souvenir vendors....
by Whitney Jarreld | Sep 9, 2013 | News Slider
Where Granny White turns into 12th Avenue South, business is rising and a farmers market is thriving. Every Tuesday from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Sevier Park hosts a farmers market full of produce and “local goodies.” Founder and market manager, Mary Crimmims, stresses that the market’s products are produced and harvested in the Middle Tennessee region. “Everything that we do here is within 150 miles from Nashville or less. So, it’s a producer-only market,” emphasizes Crimmims, who circulates around the information tent ready to assist people. Customers will be able to find Tennessee produce that is in season and at its peak of freshness during the months of the market: May through October. Other products include natural remedies, organic meats, honey, and the alternative to cow diary: goat diary. Because most farmers operate the farms themselves, most products available at the market are organic. Besides being able to sell and market their products, vendors enjoy the time they spend with their customers and talk about the benefits of the food they grow. Tanner Olson, selling okra and different types of sprouts, is the founder and operator of Ramble Hill Farms. Olson finds the time he spends with customers to be a valuable experience for both parties. “I really just like to come to these neighborhood markets, get to be apart of the community, and talk about food,” Olson says. “Talking about food, talking about nutrition, and how to be healthy, is just a really important thing for me,” Olson states. Grinning, Olson adds, “it’s really good to come and make that connection.” Other than being able to connect with your local...
