Williamson County hosts career fair for Lipscomb students

by | Feb 7, 2011 | News Slider

This Tuesday, Feb. 8, over 100 employers and schools want to meet you at the Career Fair hosted at the Williamson County Ag Expo Center. If you are planning to graduate or seeking an internship for the summer or fall, this is the place to be. From 10 a.m.-3 p.m., employers will talk with you about your goals, experience and share opportunities available with their companies. This is a great opportunity to get your internship credit needed to graduate. Pick up your ticket today in the Career Center, and check out the website at www.nashvillefairs.org. Also, anytime you want help formatting your resume or searching for a job before or after graduation, the Career Center is available to help...

Off-season facelift has men’s tennis team looking for A-Sun glory

by | Feb 7, 2011 | News Slider, Sports

A complete transformation of the men’s tennis team could surprise those who put the Bisons at the bottom in the preseason poll – based on last year’s 4-14 record – into A-Sun contenders. “This team is certainly the deepest team we have had here at Lipscomb, and we are expecting some great things from this group,” head coach Andrew Harris said. “The challenge for this group of guys will be mixing in the new players as well as the returning players.” It’s a welcome challenge for the team that was bolstered with five top players in recent months. Over Christmas break, the Bisons strengthened their lineup with the addition of three new players to their roster. Combined with their two freshman recruits acquired in the fall, the Bisons now have a deeper roster and hopes of surprising foes with a seemingly brand-new team. One of the Bisons’ transfers is actually a familiar face to Lipscomb. Sophomore Colby Shaw came to Lipscomb for his freshman year but transferred to the University of Kentucky for the fall semester of his sophomore year. Shaw had an impressive freshman season with the Bisons, posting a 9-3 singles record. However, for five months of his freshman year, he sat out of tennis while recovering from mononucleosis. Shaw attributes much of his decision to transfer to UK to the impact the illness had on his experience at Lipscomb. After spending a semester at UK, Shaw says it was easy to reverse course and return to Lipscomb. “As soon as I decided to leave and stop playing tennis, I realized I was going to regret it,”...

Coach K, Mike Krzyzewski, to headline 3rd Annual Don Meyer Evening of Excellence

by | Feb 3, 2011 | News Slider, Sports

Just announced on the George Plaster Show on 104.5 The Zone, Duke basketball coach Mike Krzyzewski will be the next speaker at the third annual Don Meyer Evening of Excellence. Krzyzewski is a four-time NCAA champion and has won a Gold medal during the 2008 Summer Olympic Games. Krzyzewski also won a gold medal for the U.S. in 2010 in the FIBA World Championships. Krzyzewski has posted a 888-281 record over his career, second behind his mentor, Bob Knight. He is known as a motivator, mentor and friend to all players that he has coached. On his official site, CoachK.com, one of the quotes listed reads: “When you are passionate, you always have your destination in sight and you are not distracted by obstacles. Because you love what you are pursuing, things like rejection and setbacks will not hinder you in your pursuit. You believe that nothing can stop you!” The event will take place on Saturday, April 16 at Lipscomb’s Allen Arena. Tim Tebow was the speaker at the event in 2010. Check out Lumination Network in the coming weeks for more info about the event and Coach K. Photo Credit:...

With Fisher gone, what lies next for the Titans?

by | Feb 3, 2011 | News Slider, Sports

If you have watched ESPN, the local news, picked up a paper or looked at Facebook or Twitter in the past week, you are probably aware of the Tennessee Titans’ coaching issues. Letting go of head coach Jeff Fisher and host of other coaches in the organization, the team is now searching for a new head coach for the first time in 17 years. Usually, when a head coach is fired, the first place that teams look for a replacement is within the organization. The Titans did just that. The first two people that were interviewed were already on the team’s payroll. Mike Munchak, who is considered the favorite for the job, is the current offensive line coach for the team. Munchak’s record shows that he is a great teacher and great coach. Having been on staff since 1997, Munchak’s offensive line has given up the second fewest sacks since 1999. Furthermore, Munchak is a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. His number was also retired by the Houston Oiler/Tennessee Titan franchise in 1996. He is also from Scranton, Penn., home of Michael Scott and Dunder Mifflin. The Titans also interviewed offensive coordinator Mike Heimerdinger. Affectionately known as “Dinger,” he has built up a reputation among fans. Moreover, he is recovering from cancer treatments currently. The fact that he is even interviewing for the job could be a good sign that his health is currently improving, and fans certainly hope this is the case. The question is not who is available, though. The question is who the Titans want. Most fans want someone outside of the organization...