Updates on new building projects around Liberty’s campus Crawler cranes and Bobcats on Liberty University’s growing campus are popular sights, and the spring 2016 semester is no different. With the steady increase of students on campus, the university is making arrangements to best accommodate the growing crowd. The female wing of Residential Commons II opened, and students formerly living in […]
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The quarterback for the Carolina Panthers, Cam Newton, is a winner. Dating back to his collegiate tenure when he won the Heisman Trophy and a BCS National Championship with the Auburn University Tigers, Newton is accustomed to strutting off the field with a hat full of confetti and some hardware in his clutches. Even when an evident “lapse of judgment” […]
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Liberty readies for reaccreditation by implementing Quality Enhancement Plan Liberty University will be implementing a Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP), “Illuminate: Cultivating a Community of Research” in the spring, which is a necessity for the institution’s 10-year reaccreditation plan through the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). The QEP is a plan designed to “enhance student learning,” […]
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Express Jet Car Wash offers a variety of services to the Lynchburg community After the snowstorm Jan. 22, thousands of cars are still dirty from snow, salt and slush, and Lynchburg’s newest car wash is here to help. Express Jet Car Wash opened Jan. 1 after months of building and preparation by giving out free car washes to the citizens […]
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Biology professor Dr. Alan Gillen published two research articles last fall Dr. Alan Gillen, a professor of biology at Liberty University published two research articles last semester in Answers In Genesis about the changing trends in Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) over the past three school years at Liberty University. Along with the contribution of Michael Cargill, Jason Conrad and Rachel […]
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Flames say family is the key to success Coming off of its best year in program history, the Lady Flames lacrosse team is looking to make history this season. Liberty finished last season with a record of 9-11, the best mark in the program’s short six-year history. The team went 5-2 in Big South conference play. The record year propelled […]
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Designers prepare for the ‘cosmos’ spring fashion show When it comes to fashion shows, designers are not the only ones working long hours in preparation to showcase their art. Models, too, are exerting their talents to assure that the designs are presented in a way that expresses themselves as well as the designers’ visions. With Liberty University’s Department of Family […]
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The Vespers double duo of siblings debuts at Liberty Folk rock band “The Vespers” made its debut appearance at Liberty University Saturday, Feb. 6. Hosted by Student Activities, students gathered in the LaHaye Student Union’s Event Space as the band Joel Kaiser with Native Spirit opened the event. “We didn’t expect to see this many of you here, to be […]
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Simple tips for college students to save money on food, textbooks and more Most college students operate on a budget, and there are many places around Lynchburg that cater to these college students trying to save money. One option to save money, which is a part of the on-campus meal plan, is Flames Cash. Flames Cash is offered to every […]
Read moreAvoid phishing scam messages A string of email scams invaded the inboxes of several Liberty University students in mid-January, promising “information validation” and mystery shopper positions. The emails, urgent in tone and content, claimed to be from various departments of Liberty such as the Information Technology (IT) helpdesk and the Liberty University Police Department (LUPD). The emails were sent Jan. […]
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How to stay fit when the temperatures drop Sticking to New Year’s resolutions during the winter can be difficult when cold temperatures and bad road conditions prevent traveling to the gym and lessen motivation. Heather Gaunt, LaHaye Student Union fitness coordinator, gave advice about how someone can keep up with fitness goals despite the difficulties winter brings. Gaunt first suggested […]
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Christians must stand against the growing tide of attacks on religious liberties This past year will be remembered for many extraordinary events. From the Black Lives Matter movement to the Hillary Clinton email scandal to the earthquake in Nepal, this past year has been filled with memorable and controversial moments. For Christians, the most important development of 2015 has been […]
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“I urge my fellow citizens to join me in tribute to Black History Month and the message of courage and perseverance it brings to all of us.” President Gerald Ford told the American people the month of February would be dedicated to honoring “the too-often neglected accomplishments of black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history.” Initially, in […]
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The Supreme Court has chance to end Obama Administration executive order More than a year ago, the Obama Administration issued an executive order that would protect more than 5 million illegal immigrants from deportation. More than half the states came out in opposition to this action and struck it down in the lower courts. Last week, the Supreme Court agreed […]
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Liberty launches new website for ease of use and to better market the university Liberty University launched a brand new layout of its website Dec. 18 in an effort to create a more marketable view of the school. Plans for a new design layout began last summer, but those in the Web design department dedicated time to making it a […]
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