by Keela Evans | Apr 18, 2010 | News Slider
Students have different challenges each day to complete goals, tasks and various assignments. This week, the Campus Ministry team challenged the entire Lipscomb community to give back to Nashville. Last Saturday, students donated time and materials to make the city-wide yard sale a success. The goal of the yard sale was to raise money for the Nashville Rescue Mission and the House of Mercy by having students and community members donate items for the sale. Nashville Rescue Mission and House of Mercy benefit the homeless by providing food, shelter, and clothing. “Seeing all of the people who helped and gave up such important things to them, and then seeing how much we are able to give to the charities was by far my favorite part,” said Kaitlynn Passon, an intern for Campus Ministry. “Students really made the day possible and special by being so giving,” said Passon. “I really did see what it means to sell the things you have and follow Christ.” Campus Ministry was able to give more than $1,300 to the mission efforts and donated all remaining items to Goodwill. Leftover shoes were donated to a group in...
by Aaron Schmelzer | Apr 17, 2010 | News Slider
Click to expand the video player. Nashville’s not unknown to Tim Tebow. He played football against Vanderbilt here when he was leading the Florida Gators. And he’s spent much of the last few months preparing for the upcoming NFL draft by training at D1 Sports Training, in Cool Springs, just south of Nashville. (BULLETIN: Thursday night, April 22, Tebow was home in Florida, watching the actual draft, carried live on ESPN. While there was some question by the experts as to whether he would be drafted in the first round, he was picked up by the Denver Broncos.) Last Saturday though he was in Nashville, spending the day at Lipscomb University, speaking to kids and adults about his faith, his foundation and his future. Tebow is different from many college and professional athletes, in that he is an outspoken Christian, committed to his faith and to giving back to the youth of the world. At the midday press conference, reporters were interested in what Tebow has been doing to hone and improve his quarterbacking skills since his college career ended, but Tebow kept changing the subject to other people. One reporter asked why he chose to do this daylong series of events so close to the National Football League draft. “I try to manage my time very carefully and do things that are very close to my heart—things that really make a difference,” said Tebow. “People want to make it all about me right now. But I want to take the attention off of me, and focus on others. “I want to give back, to inspire someone or to give someone hope. That’s why I...
by Keela Evans | Apr 16, 2010 | News Slider
1. Name, Hometown, Major Dannie Russo, Rockledge, Fla., Fashion Merchandising 2. What is next for you after graduation? I’m not sure what the short-term future will hold, but I look forward to being in Nashville and seeing what this next stage holds. 3. What are your long-term career goals? I would love to see myself as a Fashion editor for a magazine! 4. What is the most important thing you have learned at Lipscomb? To get uncomfortable! Do things that require effort and that challenge you. Be involved and get yourself out there! 5. Who at Lipscomb has had the most influence on you the most? My Quest week/Freshmen group of friends. They changed the way I look at life so much, encompassing all aspects such as my faith and my...
by Clay Smith | Apr 16, 2010 | News Slider
Click to expand the video player. Kangaroos, cooks, and dancers could all be seen roaming Bison Square Thursday afternoon. The occasion? The International Square Fair hosted by Kappa Iota Theta, formerly known as Lipscomb University Multicultural Association (LUMA). This was the ninth annual International Square Fair held at Lipscomb. This celebration was created to highlight the diversity of our campus and the local community, and is one way for students to celebrate their heritage and learn about other cultures. Here is a video highlight of the International Square Fair. International Square Fair 2010 produced by Heather Gleason on Vimeo. The event lasted from 12 to 4 on Thursday, April 15th. Numerous groups set up booths representing countries such as Italy, Ethiopia, Japan, Germany, Honduras and Madagascar. Also represented were nonprofit organizations like United Way, Healing Hands International, Italian is Fun and the Metro Human Rights Commission. A stage set up in front of Alumni Auditorium showcased a wide variety of talent from all different musical styles. The common thread? A cultural heritage distinctly inherent in each group. The Love Drums opened up with a blend of unique drumming styles from West Africa. They were followed by some of Lipscomb’s own Malagasy students who danced in skirts to a traditional Malagasy song, later dancing to the song “I Like to Move It” which is featured in the movie Madagascar. The Nashville International Folk Dancers presented dances to a number of Bulgarian, Romanian, and Armenian folk songs. The group got a number of students involved on their last song, a Transylvanian circle dance. Other student groups followed. Latin Rhythm showcased typical...
by Keela Evans | Apr 15, 2010 | News Slider
Lipscomb Fashion majors, as part of their final senior seminar project, held a Green Fashion Event on Thursday, April 15. The event was hosted in the Bennett Campus Center and Senior Fashion Merchandising major Mary Morgan Gentry commented on the evening. “This semester long project was both beneficial and educational to all that have been a part of it,” said Gentry. “It was a great opportunity for us to use our fashion education in very practical ways and the turnout has been great! “There have been many fashion and non-fashion students in attendance we have successfully been able to showcase many...
