by Hunter Patterson | Nov 19, 2010 | News Slider
Kappa Iota Theta hosted the inaugural Stomp Fest at Lipscomb University last night as a fundraiser for Youth Encouragement Services (YES). Several social clubs participated, along with some girls from the YES program. Jim Chandler, from Woody and Jim in the morning on 107.5 the river, hosted the show, and four guest judges from local sororities and fraternities scored the performances. Kappa Chi opened the show, performing with the kids from YES. Pi Delta was next, dressed as indians, and the Tau Phi cowboys performed after that. Delta Sigma was next, and their theme was “soldiers.” Kirk and the Krazy Kats performed during the intermission, with Katy Heinly guest-singing and Ethan Summers guest-rapping. Phi Sigma opened up the second act with their members “re-pledging.” Delta Omega followed and the last performance of the evening was Kappa Iota Theta. The judges’ scores were announced, and there was a tie between Delta Sigma and Kappa Iota Theta. After a stomp-off to determine the winner, Delta Sigma came away with the win. Click on the video below to their winning performance. Please upgrade your browser Check back within a few days to see a recap of the entire Stomp...
by Kara Philpot | Nov 18, 2010 | News Slider
Harry Potter fans all over the country have been anticipating the release of the final movie, or at least the first half of the final movie. The final installment actually is being released in two parts, but that doesn’t seem to be holding Lipscomb students back from attending the premiere in the wee hours of Friday morning. “I’m going to the midnight premiere, and I am excited about it,” said Michelle Rivard, sophomore accounting major from Sanford, Me. “But I probably wouldn’t be going to the midnight showing if it wasn’t a Lipscomb event and [for] the free tickets.” Many of the students began reading the books when they were very young and grew up with Harry Potter. Some started when family members read the books to them while others read for themselves. “I’ve read all of the books,” said Kathryn McKinley, sophomore communication major from McMinnville, Tenn. “I have been into them since the first one was released. My mom bought me the book and being the nerd I was, I read it immediately.” Still others began watching the movies and became hooked on the storyline. “I love the building of Dumbledore’s Army and the Order,” said Laura Wilson, sophomore from Lebanon. “Sirius Black was always my favorite character.” Students all across campus, no matter their major or year in school, are drawn to Harry Potter. Friday, movie and book fans alike come together to wonder at the first part of the final movie. “I like fantasy,” Brian Wessels, a junior psychology major from Franklin. “[Harry Potter] has a great story and great character development. It’s just plain awesome.” Fandango, a...
by Hunter Moss | Nov 17, 2010 | News Slider
As Thanksgiving draws near, several students are giving thanks for a much-needed break, but English majors thanked their professors in a special way. “When everybody is thinking about Thanksgiving, we just wanted to show our appreciation for the entire department faculty,” said Amy Karr, senior English major from Jackson, Tenn. She was talking about the third annual Thanksgiving lunch that took place Tuesday, Nov. 16, in the Writing Center. Students prepared homemade dishes and provided drinks for their special guests. Faculty and staff members left chapel and quickly proceeded to Swang for the festivities. Students warmly greeted their advisers. They also were, appropriately enough, allowed to express their gratitude in writing. They wrote letters to professors showing their appreciation. Mini-mailboxes were placed around the room for the quick drop-in. It’s not difficult for these students to get enthusiastic about supporting their instructors. “The English faculty make their students feel special,” commented Chase Manning, senior English major from Chattanooga, Tenn. “They offer themselves as a sacrifice, offering advice for students.” Social gatherings that mix academics with fun aren’t irregular. English majors gather monthly for events on campus. In December, students visit a professor’s home for annual Christmas party. Each attendee brings a book and makes an exchange with others. Haikus are written inside books for the occasion. The Writing Center (Swang 120B) promotes the development of good writing skills and counsels students on a variety of assignments. Student volunteers are available for peer tutoring free of charge. To learn more about the Department of English and Writing Center information, please visit http://english.lipscomb.edu/. Please upgrade your browser Slideshow (Photo) Credit: Whitney...
by Hunter Patterson | Nov 16, 2010 | News Slider, Sports
The “Kings of the Court” dunk squad visited Allen Arena Tuesday night for a very impressive halftime show. In case you missed it, or just want to watch the highlights from it, watch the video below. Please upgrade your...
by Hunter Patterson | Nov 16, 2010 | News Slider, Sports
MACON, Ga. – Following a perfect run through the Atlantic Sun Conference volleyball season for the second-straight season, the Lipscomb Lady Bisons place two student-athletes on the A-Sun All-Conference First Team as the league’s coaches tabbed Stefine “Jake” Pease and Alex Kelly as unanimous selections to the team. Pease picked up Player of the Year honors, an award that Kelly earned the past two seasons. Kelly became only the fourth in A-Sun history to earn First-Team honors all four years, and the first since Belmont’s Colleen Nilson (2004-07). Lipscomb became the third A-Sun school to produce three straight Players of the Year, joining UCF, whose Emily Queisser, Renata Menchikova and Tyra Harper won from 1995 through 1997 and Florida A&M, whose Kim Funchess won the award in 1986, 1987 and 1988. Kennesaw State’s Karen Weatherington grabbed the Coach of the Year honor after guiding the Owls to a 9-1 conference mark and the second seed in the A-Sun Championship later this week. During the season, she guided the Owls to a program-best eight game win streak during the regular season and has already matched last year’s win count, 17, enter the A-Sun Championship Sabrita Gulley joined Pease and Kelly on the first team as the senior outside hitter totaled 367 kills with a .279 hitting percentage, ninth in the conference. Two other outside hitters accompanied Gulley as Belmont’s Kayla Albritton and Jacksonville’ Aidan Yeager earned nods for their season performances. Albritton ranked second in the league in service aces with 46 along with her 386 kills, while Yeager totaled 331.5 points mostly coming from her 259 kills and 30 service...
