by Jadrienne Myhre | Nov 16, 2010 | News Slider
This year, PKS raised money to film a documentary about the Ulpan Valley that will bring awareness to the Guatamalan government. PKS has worked for the World Vision 30 Famine during cause week for the past few years. But this year, Co-Chairs of cause week Caroline Cook, junior history and law, justice and society major, and Lynsey Myers wanted to do something different. They found out about the documentary the first week of school this semester, and decided to devote the earnings of the week toward bettering the situation in Ulpan Valley by promoting the documentary. As with most projects put together by Lipscomb’s students, this project involves students from all different studies. “The entire project is holistic,” Cook said. “Communication students are making the documentary, an English student is doing articles for the website and several pre-med students have gone [to the Valley] on a spring break mission trip.” Cook is confident with the results of cause week. She and her fellow PKS members have put in long hours and frequently been discouraged, but she feels that their effort has been worth it. Through cause week, PKS raised over $1,400 toward promoting the documentary for Ulpan...
by Madalyn Chaffin | Nov 16, 2010 | News Slider
You may be able to sing and you think you can dance, but can you step it up and “Rep Your Squad?” That’s the question Stomp Fest organizers are hoping will be answered at 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 18, in the first of what is hoped to be an annual stepping competition that has Lipscomb social clubs “battling” with their feet. Kappa Iota Theta – formerly LUMA (Lipscomb University Multicultural Association) – is presenting the event in Collins Alumni Auditorium. There is no admission charge, but donations for Youth Encouragement Services will be accepted during the course of the “competition.” YES operates three centers in Nashville with the goal of providing tutoring and recreational opportunities for inner-city students, ages 6-18, both after school, on weekends and during the summer. So if you haven’t seen or participated in step competition – whose popularity was fueled on campuses by the popular “Stomp the Yard” movie – this is your chance to do so and at the same time help the city’s youngsters. In addition to YES officials, who will be making appearances, Jim Chandler — from “Woody and Jim in the Morning” on 107.5 The River – will be guest hosting. Kappa Iota Theta, with the goal of “creating intercultural ties,” sought to provide an event in which students could have fun but also learn that the organization is not simply for minority students. And already plans are under way for an expanded step competition next year. “There are only social clubs participating this year,” said Elizabeth Hayes, Kappa Iota Theta president. “We hope to incorporate independents next year and for years...
by Amy Estepp | Nov 16, 2010 | News Slider
Lipscomb junior Jordan Lewis, a nursing major from Chattanooga, Tenn., has developed a strong friendship with one of “The Contributor” retailers. At times, Lewis’ friend, Michael “Bama” Farley, is seen selling the newspapers — that help get the homeless off the street — by the Kroger on Gallatin Pike. “The Contributor” strives to print a monthly paper that provides both a diversity of perspectives on homelessness and poverty and a source of income for homeless and formerly homeless individuals, while creating community between vendors and customers. “The Contributor” employs more than 250 vendors, some of whom are homeless, while others have managed to get off the streets. Both homeless and non-homeless people write for the paper. Lewis and Bama met at Tent City when he and his wife were living there in April 2010. Since then, they have kept in contact. Working as a vendor, Bama is now able to provide the groceries that he and his wife need. “[‘The Contributor’] gives the sellers hope,” Lewis said. “It is a job that anyone can do and it opens the door for more opportunities. They are working for the next step; they either want to be the best at selling ‘The Contributor,’ or they are trying to find another job.” Not only does the paper make an impact on the vendors, but Lewis says it’s also an eye-opener for the Nashville community. “It is reaching out to the rich people to see that there are homeless people that are working for money, not just panhandling,” Lewis said. Bama and Stacy are currently living at the Hobson House in East Nashville. They are...
by Hunter Patterson | Nov 15, 2010 | News Slider, Sports
The Bisons got scoring from everywhere on Tuesday night.Lipscomb had five players reach double digits when Stillman visited Allen Arena. In double figures were Brandon Brown with 10, Justin Glenn with 11, Josh Slater with 18, Adnan Hodzic with 19, and freshman Robert Boyd lead the Bisons in scoring with 20. The final score was 103-78 With Hodzic’s 19 points, the Lipscomb big man continued his streak to 59 consecutive games with 10 points or more. Boyd continues to impress Lipsomb fans with his play. The Knoxville native tallied 13 points against North Carolina in his first career game. Tonight, in addition to his 20 points, Boyd went 10-10 from the free throw line, had four assists and five steals. Senior guard Josh Slater lead the Bisons in rebounding with 10. Slater was the first Bison to record a double-double this season. Stillman was lead by Riley Lee, who had 21 points. The Bisons outrebounded Stillman 57-33. With the win, the Bisons improved to 1-1 on the season. The Bisons play host to Austin Peay this Thursday before heading to Waco, Texas to play...
by Hunter Patterson | Nov 15, 2010 | News Slider
Watch the men’s and women’s basketball teams hoop it up, pick up some Harry Potter tickets and watch as social clubs stomp their hearts out. It’s all part of Lipscomb in Motion this week! Lipscomb in Motion Tonight! Men’s Basketball vs. Stillman College at 7:00 pm MNF in ARLOs Tuesday: Harry Potter tickets are being handed out at noon outside the SGA office!! One Ticket per student with a valid student ID!! Dr. Bradshaw’s seminar class is putting on a campus-wide rummage sale in racquetball court #4 in the SAC. Drop by between classes and find something you like for a thrifty price! We’ll be selling clothes, books, shoes, glassware, paintings, afghans, and TONS of other odds & ends — and Campus Recreation has offered to donate a FREE group fitness class pass to any student who makes a purchase. All proceeds go to benefit the Ashraya Mission in India, so come and shop for a good cause! Wednesday: Wednesday Night We Eat Thursday: Kappa Iota Theta Presents: Stomp Fest Alumni Auditorium at 7:00 pm Women’s Basketball vs. Tennessee Tech at 5:o0 pm Men’s Basketball vs. Austin Peay at 7:15 pm 6th Harry Potter Movie showing in Shamblin Theatre at 7:00 pm Harry Potter showing at Midnight!! Saturday: Women’s Basketball vs. Jacksonville State at 6:30...
