by Emily Snell | Mar 10, 2011 | News Slider
Harding University attracted national media attention last week when it blocked a website created by gay students. But Harding, affiliated with the churches of Christ and located in Searcy, Ark., isn’t the only Christian university to be confronted with the issue of gay rights in the last few months. Belmont University in December terminated the contract of the head women’s soccer coach, who is a lesbian; last month the university changed its non-discrimination policy to include “sexual orientation” and has officially recognized the first gay student organization. The issue has prompted discussion of homosexuality, sexual behavior and tolerance among the student body and even in the president’s office at Lipscomb. “Even though we want to be a Christian university, and we seek to be and we are, that doesn’t mean that topics like [sexuality] are inappropriate,” President Randolph Lowry told Lumination. “In fact, they’re very appropriate. And we believe that, in the context of a faith environment, they must be held.” Lipscomb’s student handbook points out that sexual contact, including but not restricted to intercourse, between students is a moral violation and is subject to discipline. Lowry emphasized that this code applies to any behavior—heterosexual or homosexual—and that all sexual contact outside the marriage relationship of husband and wife is “inappropriate and inconsistent with the community we seek to be.” The president said he does not foresee a change in policy but expects that the university will continue “being gracious, being in conversation, being of help and assistance.” Patrick McAnally, a law, justice and society major, said he thinks dialogue about the topic is one benefit of the Harding...
by Caitlin Galo | Mar 9, 2011 | News Slider
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by Aaron Schmelzer | Mar 9, 2011 | News Slider
Collins Alumni Auditorm was full to the brim last Friday as family, friends, colleagues and students gathered to honor the life Dr. Mack Wayne Craig. Vice president and dean were just two of the titles Craig held in the 40 years he spent at Lipscomb. He passed away Tues., March 1 at age 85, leaving a long legacy at both the university and David Lipscomb Campus School. All three living Lipscomb University (current and former) presidents were in attendance — Dr. Randy Lowry, Dr. Steve Flatt and Dr. Harold Hazelip. Lipscomb alumnus Pat Boone, one of Craig’s favorite musicians, spoke at the funeral. Craig’s family had requested that Boone play a song, but Boone admitted that he didn’t think he’d be able to get through a song live and opted to play a recorded version instead. Through all that he’s done for Lipscomb University, Craig left a long-lasting mark on this school. He will never be forgotten. Please upgrade your browser Photo Credit: Whitney...
by Rachel Carden | Mar 9, 2011 | News Slider
So how will Lipscomb’s Matt Elrod fare against the most conniving villain in Survivor history? Fans and classmates will know soon. Last week on Survivor: Redemption Island, we watched Lipscomb “celeb” Matt Elrod fight to survive in a battle with Francesca in the Redemption Island arena. The setup: Host Jeff Probst introduces the game to the two contestants. Matt and Francesca will have to use sticks and rope to make a long pole that will retrieve three keys. These keys will open three locks. The first person to open all three locks and get through their door stays alive in this game. The loser is sent home. Francesca retrives her first two keys before Matt even has a sturdy pole built. But while Francesca begins to retrieve the last key, her pole crumbles, and Matt begins to make his comeback, quickly capturing two keys. They both reach for the last key at the same time, but Matt comes out victorious unlocking his locks first. “The challenge was intense,” said pharmacy student Rhett Hogan from Columbia, Tenn. “I thought Matt was a goner, but he pulled it out in the end. I think he has a shot at making a great comeback from Redemption Island, and I’m excited for this week’s show because we are all rooting for him.” Back at camp, team Zapatera makes plans to send veteran Russell to Redemption Island to face Matt. His only hope is to find the immunity idol. Although he never finds the idol, he convinces the alliance other that he has one, so they must make a back-up plan just in case. The...
by Chris Walker | Mar 9, 2011 | News Slider
From Goodwill racks to high-end vintage shops, people of all ages are engaged by the search of the perfect piece of gently used and cool clothing.I could go on and on about the differences in the quality of clothing from back when things weren’t nearly as mass-produced, or the fact that the authentic worn-in-ness will beat any distressing of clothes you find in the mall. I could talk about the fact that the cost alone is typically significantly lower per item than purchasing new, but alas I won’t bore you with those facts. What I will bore you with is where to go in this “best of” article on Vintage Nashville. Goodwill, off Eighth Avenue South, near the Melrose Post Office. It’s completely hit or miss here. For blazers and flannel shirts, it’s the cheapest place to go on some idle Tuesday. Let the typically mute cash register associates know that you are a student and they will take an additional 10 percent off. Sure they aren’t the friendliest there, but you aren’t going for a therapy session, just flannel. Girls: picture frames. I have found some of the cheapest frames to spray paint and hang on a wall in a mismatched collection. If you have money to burn and are interested in being nagged by a former 57 year-old hippie, (insert “Bless her heart” here), try Haute Vintage on 12th South. Great selection, and the woman will haggle with you if you pay in cash (men’s is upstairs). Ok, so they always say to save the best for last, and that’s just what I did. Full disclosure first,...
