by Ariel Jones | Oct 23, 2012 | News Slider
Students, faculty and guests alike gathered in Shamblin Theater on Oct. 22 for the final Presidential debate watch party where President Barack Obama and Gov. Mitt Romney gave their final thoughts and opinions on the topic of foreign policy. Per tradition, those in attendance were offered pizza and drinks on arrival. Following the pizza, those who had “clickers” answered poll questions about the debate and who they would vote for. Four panelists shared their thoughts after the poll with series moderator Professor Alan Griggs. Attorney Gregory Ramos of North, Pursell & Ramos, junior political science major Scott Bledsoe, Toby Compton of the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development, and Katie Culp, a master’s student in Civic Leadership here on campus were members of the panel. Each gave their opinions on what to look for in each candidate. They also discussed what issues may be addressed, namely the main topic of the night: foreign policy. The final debate took place at Lynn University in Boca Raton, Fla., moderated by Bob Schieffer, host of CBS News’ “Face the Nation.” The military, economy, education and foreign issues were all topics the candidates discussed during their allotted 90 minutes of debating. At the end, both candidates gave their final closing remarks, asking their supporters to vote for them on Nov. 6. Bob Schieffer closed the debate by quoting his mother, “Go vote. It makes you feel big and strong.” Closing this Pizza and Politics series, Dr. Jimmy McCollum asked a few final polling questions, and Griggs asked the panelists their last thoughts on the debate. The floor was opened for questions or statements from the...
by Michael Fox | Oct 23, 2012 | News Slider
Nashville estimates there are over 2,000 homeless people living in Davidson County, and 30 percent of them are veterans. Military nonprofit Operation Stand Down Nashville made a difference this earlier this month, helping local homeless veterans with the services they need. The nonprofit’s goal is to give veterans an opportunity to connect back with the community. The nonprofit held its 20th annual service event at the old Tennessee Preparatory School the weekend of October 12-14. Over 800 volunteers and 130 different organizations provided meals, medical services and relaxation areas for around 330 veterans during the three-day event. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs estimates there are more than 300,000 veterans who are homeless on any given night. According to the National Coalition for Homeless Veterans, one out of four homeless men in America have served this country in the military. Operation Stand Down Nashville works to reduce this unfortunate statistic by training and supporting veterans as they work themselves off the streets and back into the community as responsible and contributing citizens. Bill Burleigh, executive director of Operation Stand Down, wants to make sure that all veterans are supported fairly and not discarded after their time in the military. “We’re letting them know that Nashville still cares. All the agencies are there to serve them,” Burleigh said. You can donate financially or offer services to Operation Stand Down Nashville by visiting its website at...
by Hailey Bryant | Oct 23, 2012 | News Slider
It was a bison painted differently than most students had ever seen. Decked out in full-on rainbow colors with an equal symbol on the base, the Lipscomb bison statue became a four-legged, thick-maned symbol of equality. Desiring to show their support for “National Coming Out Day” on Oct. 11, Lipscomb students Jeremiah DeVore and Seth Lykins transformed the bison into an image of colorful celebration and support. The bison usually is awash in different colors and phrases to promote school events, so the rainbow-fashioned political statement had many students asking questions and expressing support. “We did it to show support for members of the Lipscomb community who may feel uncomfortable with showing that part of themselves,” said DeVore, by way of simple explanation. While he knew the paint job had the potential to cause controversy, he said in no way did he intend the message to be anything but positive, and he “did not intend any disrespect for the university.” Seth Lykins was quick to jump on board with DeVore’s idea of painting the bison. “We wanted to use the symbol of Lipscomb to celebrate the day. It was merely our way of expressing positivity and support for everyone,” he said. Lykins said that he heard of only positive reactions and “the Facebook picture got a lot of likes,” he said. Students in general seemed to agree with the sentiment. “The bison is a forum for students to express themselves,” said sophomore Neely Baugh. “As long as what is painted doesn’t degrade others, the school should allow students to express their messages.” Like all Lipscomb bison paintings, eventually this one...
by Emily Snell | Oct 19, 2012 | News Slider
In this week’s installment of Lumination News, Brynn Watkins and Jeremy Keck are behind the news desk to update you about what’s happening on campus. Nicolette Carney brings you the latest information in political news, Crystal Davis delivers your weather forecast, Ariel Jones gives you the scoop on all things entertainment, and Nick Glende offers a look at sports. Videos feature Bluegrass and BBQ, Pizza and Politics, veterans helping the homeless, Paint the Herd, Coaches vs. Cancer, fall festival and Nashville Spotlight on the Elliston Pike area....
by Crystal Davis | Oct 19, 2012 | News Slider
It’s flu season again, and Lipscomb’s Health Center staff is encouraging students to be proactive by getting a flu shot. “Getting a flu shot for $20 at the nurse’s office is a lot easier than spending all of your time catching up on a week’s worth of missed assignments from being sick,” said Lipscomb’s Nurse Practitioner Bethany Massey. No one likes the aches, pains, chills and vomiting. Getting the flu vaccination now can prevent all of those. Massey said it’s especially important for people with chronic medical conditions to get a flu shot. “Something as basic as asthma to even diabetes or any epilepsy or neurological conditions… it is extremely important for those people to get a flu shot because the flu can really affect them and make them have more complications versus someone with a normal immune system,” she said. “Those people are more likely to get pneumonia, to be hospitalized or even die from the flu. The flu is a very serious illness that can cause a lot of problems for people. So, it’s very easy to just swing by our office to get the vaccination.” “Some people think you will get the flu from the flu vaccination, but that is simply not possible,” according to the health center staff, which reports that the only reactions possible are very mild flu symptoms that mean your body is “responding to the vaccination.” The symptoms wouldn’t be enough to sideline you from normal activities or classes. “Even if you are generally a healthy person, you can get sick from the flu,” according to Lipscomb’s health services office website. “You...
