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Furthering the Great Commission: Professor leads by example and encourages students to spread the gospel

February 26, 2024 Caleb Freund Leave a comment

Liberty University’s motto is “Knowledge Aflame,” which David Wheeler, professor of evangelism and senior executive director of LU Shepherd, emphasizes in his work at the university. Wheeler highlights Liberty’s motto to emphasize that at the heart of Liberty lies the goal to set students’ hearts on fire for God and let that flame spread to the world. Wheeler strives to […]

Painting to Worship: Student artist glorifies God through onstage painting at Campus Community

February 26, 2024 Audrey Perez Leave a comment

A studio art major and graduating senior, Elise Corona, recently used her talent in painting to glorify God on the Campus Community stage. “Singers use their voices to worship God,” Corona said. “Artists use their hands to create art as an act of worship. People often ask me the meaning behind the work I do, and I see this as […]

Art professor shares how he has used his creative skills to glorify the Lord

February 26, 2024 Julianna Graeber Leave a comment

Worship does not just start and end during a church service — it can involve honoring the Lord at any time with the talents that he has given you. This rings true for professor Todd Smith, the founding director of the Liberty University Art Museum and Permanent Collection and founding chair of the Department of Studio & Digital Arts. Smith’s […]

Empowering women in business: Student-led club encourages female students to cultivate business skills

February 26, 2024 Megan Jewell Leave a comment

Champions for Christ shine the light of Christ wherever they find themselves in life. Whether in vocational ministry or corporate America, ministry is simply where one’s feet are. The Women in Business club exists to encourage women to walk confidently in their identities in the Lord and, as a result, shine the light of Christ in their future workplaces. Mariah […]

Exploring Lynchburg’s history: Monuments from before Liberty University’s founding tell Lynchburg’s story

February 26, 2024 Emeri Glen Leave a comment

Easily identified for being the home of Liberty University, Lynchburg also contains many pieces of meaningful history that dot the seven hills. Some of the more prominent hallmarks of the city’s history include the following. The Anne Spencer House On 1313 Pierce St. sits the burgundy, green-shuttered former home of Anne Spencer, a Harlem Renaissance poet and activist. Poetry Foundation […]

Fusing faith with fashion

February 20, 2024 Trinity Merritt Leave a comment

The biannual University of New York Fashion Week kicked off Feb. 8-11, and Liberty University student Caroline Danforth was one of the 27 students from different universities nationwide to experience the fast-paced fashion industry firsthand.  Liberty’s Family and Consumer Sciences department and Collegiate Licensing Company recognized Danforth as one of the few to receive a $7,000 full-expense-paid trip to New […]

Lynchburg nonprofit spreads hope and empowers communities near and far

February 20, 2024 Hannah Richards Leave a comment

World Help is a philanthropic and hands-on organization that aims to spread the love of God through humanitarian aid in underprivileged communities around the world. Though the organization is stationed in Forest, Virginia, it globally aids communities in need through shipments of relief aid packages. Founded in 1991 by former Liberty University Dean of Students and Vice President of student […]

5 Ways to make your dorm room a comfortable oasis

February 20, 2024 Zack Solem Leave a comment

When spring comes around, there’s a sense of renewal in the air. The sun shines a little longer, bringing warmth and revitalization to the outdoors. As birds chirp in the air, fresh flowers bloom across the landscape. Spring awakens a sense of change. It allows us to embrace new beginnings and invite change. With the spring season just around the […]

Church Spotlight: Gospel Community Church

February 20, 2024 Julianna Graeber Leave a comment

Born from an unseemly first step, Gospel Community Church is well-known in the Lynchburg area for being a place of flourishing outreach. Starting as a simple prison ministry, the church has grown into a nondenominational church with over a thousand attendees between its two locations at Rivermont and College Hill. Even from its humble beginnings, God has led the church […]

Devos with Davis

February 20, 2024 Maria Davis Leave a comment

The sun has just begun to set on the horizon and cast a pale orange light onto the rocky path in front of you. The wind blows through the surrounding trees and sends shivers down your spine. Pensively, you take a small step forward and fall to the ground as another set of rocks makes you lose your balance. Shaking […]

The Titanic sets sail

February 20, 2024 Maria Davis Leave a comment

Holding onto hope and cherishing every moment one has with their loved ones are two of the prominent themes surrounding Maury Yeston and Peter Stone’s musical, “Titanic.” The musical follows the lives of the Titanic’s passengers and chronicles the events leading up to the ocean liner’s tragic journey on the icy Atlantic Ocean. Navy blue light floods the stage as […]

Strategic communication professor empowers students to pursue their callings

February 20, 2024 Jodi Goforth Leave a comment

Sheri Parmelee has done it all. From establishing careers in event planning, real estate, home and business decorating and, most recently, publishing, Parmelee has certainly built an extensive resume. Framed and displayed on Parmelee’s Green Hall office walls are her many scholarly accolades, including her bachelor’s degrees in communication and English at the University of Maryland, College Park, her Master […]

LU ONE hosts music event to bring students together

February 19, 2024 Sean Sanford Leave a comment

LU ONE will host NOLA Nights: Birthplace of Jazz from 9-11 p.m. at the LaHaye Event Space Feb. 23. This will be the first NOLA Nights event hosted at Liberty University. Melissa Harris, the communications and branding director for LU ONE, is ready to bring this new event to the table. The event got the name “NOLA” because it is […]

Podcasting (with love): Student podcaster uses platform to share stories and uplift listeners

February 13, 2024 Sarah Callaghan Leave a comment

Love and truth are inextricably linked. To love is to be changed, and to seek the heart of the Father is to be reformed in his likeness. We cannot abide in him and remain the same. Jocelyn Miltz, a senior in the psychology department, created a podcast firmly rooted in these principles. Miltz said passion is “to see the world […]

Bridging faith and ability: Divinity associate professor advocates for the disabled in the church

February 13, 2024 Mia Hernandez Leave a comment

In a Freedom Tower room filled with bright lights and colors surrounded by Disney memorabilia, students can find associate professor Chris Hulshof with a kind smile and a heart for bridging the gap between Christian communities and individuals with disabilities. Hulshof teaches courses in the School of Divinity such as Old and New Testament Survey, Inductive Bible Study and Theology […]

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