Liberty claimed four Big South conference championships in the fall sport season With another season of fall sports in the books, four Liberty University teams earned championships, with three coming in the Big South and one in the NorPac Conferences. Three of the four championship teams continued their season in NCAA Tournaments. Each team gained a trophy along with championship […]
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Emily Frazier continues career despite injuries Through triumph and heartbreak, basketball has always been a staple in Liberty point guard Emily Frazier’s life. “I’ve had a basketball in my hands since before I could remember,” Frazier said. “My brothers and my dad played basketball, and one day, they were out shooting, and I just went out there and started shooting […]
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Building of the Jerry Falwell Library nears completion while the new medical school, other projects take shape Over the past few months, Liberty University’s campus has been undergoing numerous changes as various construction projects have been launched. The most advanced project is the construction of the Jerry Falwell Library, which will expand the library resources while also providing several food […]
Read moreThe Bright Hope Educational Learning Center, located at 2310 Fort Ave., Lynchburg, Va., offers a tutoring and mentoring program in which students can get involved and help train young minds. Patricia Braxton, executive director, said students are welcome to stop by the center on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5-7 p.m. “Most of our students require individual assistance,” Braxton said. “About […]
Read moreWith Christmas season upon us, traditions are quickly being observed once again. From Black Friday shopping to putting up decorations, nearly everyone seems to accept the cheery practices. And what would Christmas be without the entertainment side of the holiday, found through all the traditional, happiness-inducing movies? After all, ABC Family makes an entire month-long event out of the top […]
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Tom Donovan invites guests to tour his home filled with more than 80 trees and thousands of decorations The spirit of Christmas comes early to the Donovan home every year. Starting in September, Liberty University Online assistant professor Tom Donovan, husband of assistant professor of Psychology Sundi Donovan, breaks out the decorations and puts up more than 80 trees and […]
Read moreStarting this year, students will become involved with the concert by filling production and hosting positions Liberty University is planning to have its largest Winterfest yet, with more than 8,000 people packing the campus, and some students will have the opportunity of a lifetime, according to John Rost, director of campus productions. Matthew Hockensmith, special events coordinator under national recruitment, […]
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VAS funds medical research Liberty student Michael Carson recently won a grant from the Virginia Academy of Science (VAS) for his research on Alzheimer’s disease, adding $500 to Liberty’s research fund. Carson presented in front of a panel of judges Oct. 26 from the VAS, competing against not only other Liberty students, but also students from schools such as Virginia […]
Read moreStudents have opportunities to reach out to the Lynchburg community through Liberty, TRBC, World Help Throughout the year, students at Liberty University are encouraged to be active in serving the community and reaching out to those in need, according to Liberty’s Christian/Community Service Web page, and there are many opportunities in the coming Christmas season to show the community the […]
Read moreSanders Family Christmas The Sanders Family Christmas, Dec. 5-8, 11-13, is a family-friendly musical that intertwines humorous stories and Southern, gospel-style Christmas songs. The performance is centered around Dennis Sanders, who is about to leave for war in December of the year 1941. The stories and songs are a fond send-off from his family and his pastor. Winterfest Liberty will […]
Read moreJunior Charlie Scruggs prepares for his internship in Paraguay where he will live for nearly half a year As a global studies major, Liberty University student Charlie Scruggs is required to complete an internship overseas to get ministry experience before he can graduate. According to Scruggs, the compulsory overseas internship is an extremely helpful requirement for global studies majors at […]
Read moreLiberty is ranked as the third healthiest college According to The Daily Beast and College Prowler, Liberty ranks third among the healthiest colleges across the nation. Reasons for the rating include the low use of alcohol and drugs, and healthy dining options, courtesy of Sodexo food services. Robin Quay, Liberty’s registered dietician, and other Sodexo staff are the masterminds behind […]
Read moreChristmas show switches focus Thomas Road Baptist Church, the lights are strung, the set is prepared and the vocal cords are warmed for the 44th annual Virginia Christmas Spectacular (VCS). Staff and volunteers have been tirelessly At working to make certain that this year’s event is a success. The Virginia Christmas Spectacular is Thomas Road’s way of giving back to […]
Read moreWith Thanksgiving break quickly approaching, many Liberty University students are eagerly awaiting the chance to go home and spend time with friends and family. But for some students, going home is not an option. Fortunately, Liberty students who will be staying on campus for Thanksgiving break do not have to spend Thanksgiving Day alone. The second annual Annex Thanksgiving Dinner […]
Read moreStudent Activities (SA) provided some comedic relief for students by hosting comedian Michael Jr. Saturday, Nov. 7 in the Schilling Center. Michael Jr. has appeared on “The Tonight Show,” “ Jimmy Kimmel Live,” and CNN. His uncanny ability to draw a crowd in with his clean humor is what has made him successful, according to SA worker Emily Forner. During […]
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