by Cory Woodroof | Jan 21, 2013 | News Slider
As we enter the doldrums of January, the air is cold, the sun is on hiatus and flu season is in full swing. This installment of the dreaded virus might be a little nastier than its recent predecessors. The Center for Disease Control has gone on record saying that the 2012-2013 season might be the worst to hit in quite some time. The CDC reported that the number of patients with the flu has raised 26 times the amount of people that were diagnosed from December 2011 to December 2012. The typical flu season lasts from November to April. At a busy college campus, students (especially those who inhabit the many dorm halls Lipscomb has to offer) are at the risk of contacting the flu. Bethany Massey, Lipscomb’s director of health services, said she believes that students must be active and aware in their quest to avoid contracting the unwanted ailment. The top way to keep the flu away might be easier than you’d think. “The number one, best way is to get a flu shot,” Massey said. While waking up for an 8 a.m. class with Superman-like energy might make anyone feel like invulnerable, Massey said that anyone can be susceptible to the flu. “Lots of students are hesitant to get [a flu shot] because they think they’re healthy or they think maybe the flu won’t happen to them, but just the college atmosphere and lifestyle can make you more at risk for getting the flu,” Massey said. “The flu vaccine is really the best way and only way to really get your immune system ready to fight...
by Jael Teme | Jan 21, 2013 | News Slider
The spring semester is barely underway, and stress is already settling in for some. When thinking about all the classes and assignments that might fill a student’s weekly schedule, those around campus might feel a little overwhelmed. For some, classes are only a portion of the week’s workload. Cece Ramsey is a student at Lipscomb that spends her time as a cheerleader, tutor, member of the Pi Kappa Sigma service club, choreographer for Anteaters’ Ball and Singarama, Executive Director of Relay for Life, member of Alpha Chi, secretary of Phi Alpha Theta and a member of the Honors College. The junior history and French major says she has gained many unique opportunities through being a member of the Honors College. “The Honors College has given me the opportunity to meet wonderful people, participate in unique entertaining activities such as the Blue Man Group and High Teas,” Ramsey said. The honors college classes are usually smaller/more complex, and professors expect more of their students. To be part of this program, students are required to have a 3.5 GPA and go through an application process. Brandon Shaw is a junior at Lipscomb that transferred from a community college and is currently part of the Honors College. “In the program, you find yourself in great classes with students who actually want to be there. Learning is less of a chore and more of an experience that you and your classmates share,” Shaw said. While the Honors College might not be for everyone, those who consider themselves “overachievers” are usually prompt to become a part of this program. The program at the Honors...
by Cory Woodroof | Jan 18, 2013 | News Slider, Opinion, Sports
In this semester’s second installment of Lumination News, Caitlin Selle and Nick Glende are behind the news desk to update you about what’s happening on campus. Kage Sanderson brings you up to speed with sports, Madeline Smith gives the scoop on all things entertainment and Jessica Burke delivers your weather forecast. This week’s newscast features a look into the on-campus event AfterDark, a preview for the Revenge of the Nerds video game tournament, a look into the upcoming Relay for Life event, a look into MLK service weekend, info on new ESPN3 developments, a few opinions on gun control, an interview with basketball player Stephen Hurt, a look into intramural basketball with Jeremy Keck, a look into the choral festival held on campus last week, a look into a new art display at the Hughes center and our weekly Nashville Spotlight/Tweets of the Week. Be sure to stay tuned for future newscasts published every Friday here on...
by Monaih Sam | Jan 17, 2013 | News Slider
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is best known for his role in the advancement of civil rights using nonviolent civil disobedience. His leadership and civil-service still have an effect on many Lipscomb students today. MLK represents equality, courage and freedom, said Melanie Re, a junior International Business major. “This nation would not be the greatest if it wasn’t for men like him who stood up for what he believed,” she said. “It’s important for generations to come to realize that there was once a man who fought for our unity and peace.” Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is a federal holiday observed on the third Monday of January each year, which is around the time of King’s birthday, January 15. Cameron Collins, a junior Information Technology major, defines King as a “significant difference maker concerning mankind.” “Most importantly, we need to celebrate his life because what took place has shaped the way we deal with stereotypes and equality rights,” he said. “We need to be reminded of what used to be and what is now reality.” The Lipscomb community will observe the life of Dr. King with week-long service opportunities and events. For more information on how you can get involved,...
by Erika Thornsberry | Jan 17, 2013 | News Slider
Lipscomb University is always finding ways to give back to the community. University students are known to give up their summers, holidays or just some of their free time. Even a few Lipscomb athletes, already short on time, have not let that get in their way of going on mission trips. Brent High, who is a spiritual leader for the athletes, has been taking teams/athletes to different countries in order for them to give back, whether it’s in the states, Dominican Republic or Honduras. Lipscomb athletes Kelsey Cartwright and Sarah McFarlin both had the opportunity to take a trip to Honduras. Cartwright, who took a trip during the summer, said mission trips are important journeys for students to make. “A person should go on a mission trip at least once in their life,” Cartwright said. “I can look back on my Honduras trip, and it helps me be extremely thankful for everything that I have.” McFarlin just recently got back from a Christmas break trip to Honduras. “Once a person goes on one mission trip, they always want to go on another, “ McFarlin said. “It changes the way you view things as well as your overall outlook on life. Seeing everyone work together is like a glimpse of eternity.” Cartwright said that her trip involved a good deal of hard work, but a few surprises were to be found along the way “We did a lot of manual labor, helping with the construction of the house,” Cartwright said. “The best part was that we only thought we were going to be working, but we got to meet kids...
