The Russian invasion of Ukraine almost two years ago brings flashbacks from the bipolar world of the Cold War. At the beginning of the century, when the world seemed to leave behind the old discussion between the Americans and the Soviets, it appeared as if the Earth was entering a new age of globalization. There was an oblivious illusion, where […]
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In February of 2022, Russia launched an invasion of its neighbor Ukraine, leading to nearly universal condemnation from Western countries. The war has been a source of much controversy in the United States, sparking debates around American funding and involvement. Many on both sides of the debate have referenced the war as being completely unprovoked, but a deeper look into […]
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One of the most important lessons I’ve learned while working as a counselor is that it really does boil down to love God and love others,” assistant professor of psychology Kevin Conner said. Serving as an assistant professor and chair of the psychology program, Conner has been a valued member of Liberty University’s staff for over 23 years. […]
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For 26 years, International Justice Mission has strived to bring hope and justice to millions of people who live unprotected from modern slavery, exploitation and abuse. In 2011, Liberty University joined hands with IJM and created its chapter. Nearly 13 years later, under the faithful leadership of club president Hazel Van Dyk and her leadership team, the Liberty IJM […]
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Instead of returning home after finals last semester, nine students led by Helms School of Government professor Scott Roenicke traveled thousands of miles north to Lithuania in the Baltic region of Europe. The group was overseas Dec. 12-16 to present a topic critical to NATO defense in the country’s capital city of Vilnius. The Liberty University Analytical Support Initiative […]
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White stage lights, LED snowflakes and melodious string music fill the stage as a host of ballet dancers magnify their Maker and King through the beauty of dance. Dancing for the Lord is the mission of the Liberty University dance group Divine Call Dance. Divine Call Dance exists for the purpose of exalting Jesus Christ through dance, encouraging fellow team […]
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As the winter air blankets the city of Lynchburg, the students of Liberty University flock by the myriads for frosty festivities. Snowballs propel through the air as the sounds of laughter echo around campus. From the exhilaration of sledding down Snowflex slopes to the cozy warmth of local bookstores, there’s an abundance of winter activities to be enjoyed. Before the […]
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The Liberty University men’s D2 hockey team impressed the home crowd at LaHaye Ice Center Jan. 27-28, sweeping its weekend series against the Keene State Owls. The Flames scored less than a minute into the first period of game one as sophomore forward Thomas Kayner ripped a shot over the glove of Owls netminder Will Slohm, putting Liberty up 1-0. […]
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For the Liberty men’s Division I hockey team, this year’s winter break was not just about relaxing and preparing for the spring semester. The team had the opportunity to travel across the world to Finland from Jan. 4-14, where they competed against Finnish teams ranging from an under-18 team, to a university team, and even a professional team. Liberty hockey […]
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Former Liberty University golfer Kieran Vincent just earned his ticket to the LIV Golf tour. Vincent played at Liberty from 2016-2022, winning multiple ASUN and Big South awards and aiding Liberty winning an ASUN Championship and advance to the NCAA National Championship. In the 2020-2021 season, Vincent was outstanding, finding his way onto the Haskins Award Watch List, which […]
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After getting drafted by the New England Patriots in the sixth round (pick 210), former Flame DeMario “Pop” Douglas went on to have one of the best seasons of a rookie wide receiver in the entire NFL. Douglas, who led Liberty in both receiving yards and receiving touchdowns in his final season as a Flame, led the Patriots in […]
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You won’t find many sibling trios like the Colemans. Watch Liberty track and field’s Nimeesha, Desmond and Devin Coleman interact with each other, and one can’t help but smile. The joy they get from just being around each other is contagious, and it’s evident now in their college years more than ever. But before the three siblings began tackling […]
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The Lady Flames basketball team got its revenge over the weekend as it rolled over the visiting Jacksonville State Gamecocks with a final score of 63-32. The teams met for the first time as Conference USA rivals in Jacksonville, where the Gamecocks defeated the Flames 78-63 Jan. 10. This time around, the Flames had one thing in mind — […]
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The Flames’ cheer team makes its presence known on the sidelines of every Liberty University football and basketball game, but it got the opportunity to showcase its talents on the big stage at the UCA Nationals competition held in Florida Jan. 12-14. Liberty’s cheer team finished eighth in the nation, ranking impressively among 20 other teams in the division. Liberty’s […]
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Most events get canceled when a snowstorm blows in, but not the March for Life. The chilling winds and icy streets didn’t stop thousands of protesters, including around 1,000 Liberty students, from marching across Washington, D.C., in the fight against abortion Jan. 19. This year, Liberty brought 19 buses to the capital compared to the 10 that they brought […]
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