by Cory Woodroof | Apr 17, 2013 | News Slider
An annual event here in Music City, the 44th annual Nashville Film Festival is set to begin its weeklong run at the Regal Green Hills 16 Theater by campus this week. This year’s slate of films ranges from a past Oscar nominee to highly anticipated films that have running the festival circuit. Portia Knox, the Media Manager for the Nashville Film Festival, spoke about the benefits the festival offers students, as the event offers discounts and free admittance to weekday matinee showings to those with a college ID. “Since Lipscomb University is a Partner University with the Film Festival this year, students can see any weekday matinee film for free, and all the other films are discounted to $8 (as opposed to $12),” Knox said. “All of the red carpet events are open to the public as well, so students can catch a glimpse of the film makers and celebrities as their films premiere.” The festival is showing the Nashville premieres of such notable releases as Jeff Nichol’s Mud, the indie comedy The Way, Way Back (from Oscar winners Jim Rash and Nat Faxon) and the documentary Muscle Shoals. Knox recommends that attendees check out some of the big titles the festival is offering, as well as Kon Tiki, a Best Foreign Language Film nominee from the 2013 Oscars. “As far as films I’d recommend, all of the Special Presentation films this year are really awesome,” Knox said. “I’m most excited about The Kings of Summer and Kon Tiki. There’s also some excitement about Good O’ Freda, which is a documentary about The Beatles’ long-time secretary.” The event will run from Thursday,...
by Anne Paquin | Apr 17, 2013 | News Slider
UPDATE: Voting has now ended. Check back Friday for the results!! Attention all Bisons! Lumination Network is in need of your assistance. We are preparing to hand out our very first Lumi Awards. The Lumi Awards will honor the outstanding contributions of from print, broadcast and radio. As a member of the Lumination audience, you have the chance to vote in all the categories! We thank you for your continued loyalty to Lumination....
by Kelly Dean | Apr 16, 2013 | News Slider
Because Hannah Passamonte grew up in different countries, traveling has become a passion. While traveling is a hobby of hers, it also has given her a mission to take on something bigger than herself: the education of the youth of an impoverished nation. Born in Kentucky, this freshman at Lipscomb University can’t necessarily claim Southern roots. With parents as international teachers, Passamonte has created a share of childhood memories that are very different from most, having grown up in such countries as China, Chile, the Philippines, Saudi Arabia and Guam. “Answering the question ‘where are you from?’ is always a difficult question for me to answer,” Passamonte said. At the age of one, Passamonte’s first move out the country was to Guam. When moving, making that transition from schools and a different home can be tough enough, but adding in a culture change can make the adjustment a tough process. Passamonte explained that her family is one of the main reasons she’s been able to make these changes so smoothly. “Moving is always hard, but one thing that really stayed the same throughout our moves was being together,” Passamonte said. “I honestly enjoyed it. It’s something that has been a part of my life throughout my life, so I haven’t really known anything more.” Of all the beautiful variety of countries she lived in, it is hard for her to pick a favorite location. From the tropical island of Guam to the deserts of the Middle East, Passamonte experienced more of the world in her childhood than most people have in their entire lives. When talking about Chile specifically,...
by Cory Woodroof | Apr 15, 2013 | News Slider
With the close of the semester looming on the horizon, it’s now time to elect new students to the Lipscomb Student Government Association. The elections for President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasure and class level Senators will be taking place this week, alongside a debate between the top offices. Brandon Carver and Andrew Hunt will be running for President, while Tyler Osborne and Drew Watson will be running for Vice President. Julia Rox is running unopposed for Secretary, and Braxton Hillis, Melissa Parrish and Clay Whitaker are all running for Treasurer. Lumination and SGA will host a debate between the executive candidates that will be held in Shamblin Theater on Tuesday, April 16, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Food will be provided. If you are unable to attend the debate, Lumination will be live streaming the event on our Live page and on LU Radio. Elections will be held on Wednesday. — Here is the full list of candidates, courtesy of SGA. President (pick one) [GS, SR, JR & SO]: Brandon Carver Andrew Hunt VP (pick one) [GS, SR, JR & SO]: Tyler Osborne Drew Watson Secretary (pick one) [GS, SR, JR & SO]: Julia Rox Treasurer (pick one) [GS, SR, JR & SO]: Braxton Hillis Melissa Parrish Clay Whitaker Senior Senator (pick 5) [SR]: Austin Birge Brittany Bishop Kelli Blackshear Rachel Bush Michael Clinger Virginia Ezell Michael J Fox Keiana Hastings Daniel Jordan Josh Self Caesar Tang Junior Senator (pick 5) [JR]: Kirby Arloff Brendon Burke Seth Carey Samantha Horne Daniel Hutchison Brad Oster Matthew Samek Jessica Smotherman Allie Sockwell Sophomore Senator (pick 5) [SO]: Lorina Aboulmouna Julia Allen Jordan Beale Mary Kathryn Charlton Ezra...
by Cory Woodroof | Apr 15, 2013 | News Slider
My name is Brandon Carver, a Political Science major from the sprawling metropolis of Lebanon, Tenn., and I am running to be your SGA President, 2013-2014. All this week while I have been campaigning to the student body, tirelessly inviting Facebook friends to like my page and getting my friends to help with signs or spread the word of my candidacy, I have been faced with one simple question: “Why should I vote for you?” My top priority as SGA president will be to have constant two-way communication with the student body. Each week, all students should know what is voted on in our meetings — how we are working for you — as well as more efficient advertising for our large events each year. But, SGA should also have a constant open-ear to Lipscomb students so we know what you want from us. This fall, look for a “Meet Your SGA Day” in the square where we can meet you and hear your ideas. But, also expect a newsletter every two weeks and more aggressive marketing for on-campus events, as well as happenings throughout Nashville. Also for next year, look for a twist on some of your favorite events on campus. Expect a bigger, better Paint the Herd, a tentative music festival on the Intramural Field, and [Insert Your Idea Here]. You pay a premium to come to Lipscomb, you have ideas and there is absolutely no reason why SGA cannot deliver. Look for the follow-through on Patrick Grace’s off-campus meals project and discounts for Lipscomb students at nearby restaurants. Lipscomb is in Music City, and there is...
