Artificial intelligence has come a long way since its inception and has made significant strides in various fields such as healthcare, finance and transportation. However, despite the many benefits that AI can bring to society, there are also dangers associated with this technology that must be addressed. In this editorial, we will explore why AI is dangerous and the potential […]
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The name of this column, “Context or Pretext,” focuses on the unhealthy presuppositions or misinterpreted excuses believers or unbelievers grasp onto throughout Scripture. Christians, filled with the Holy Spirit, have a direct line of guidance when it comes to the interpretation and application of the word that we have received by the grace of God. Through the past few months, […]
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Remember “I, Robot” starring Will Smith? Me neither. Regardless, there’s a scene where Will Smith’s character interrogates this technologically advanced, human-like robot named Sonny. Smith’s character asks Sonny, “Can a robot write a symphony? Can a robot turn a canvas into a beautiful masterpiece?” Sonny simply replies with, “Can you?” This scene cracks me up when I watch it. It’s […]
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At the beginning of the Spring 2023 semester, the Liberty Champion hired me as the opinion editor. Now, I’m unfortunately but happily graduating from Liberty and leaving the Champion. Though a short period of my college career, working at the Champion has certainly been an experience that I will remember for a lifetime. The office environment encouraged and challenged my […]
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With the Liberty Flames’ golf team having returned to Lynchburg after the ASUN Championship in Mobile, Alabama from April 25-26, the team bus had some extra hardware in the form of an ASUN Championship trophy. The Flames came to play in the conference tournament, notching multiple record-setting performances on the trail to a championship victory. The Flames finished day one […]
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Two-time NCWA National Champion, three-time All-American winner— Liberty wrestler Rick Weaver has achieved just about every accolade attainable as a collegiate athlete. After four years of sheer domination on the wrestling mat, one would think that Weaver stepped away from this year’s NCWA National Meet content with the culmination of a journey. The end of this year’s wrestling season, however, […]
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One of the highest honors in the game of hockey comes when one plays the game to represent his country. Six members of the Liberty men’s D1 hockey team were offered the opportunity to bear the sweater of their nation in Cârța, Romania April 14-19 at the 2023 World Cup of University Hockey. Five of the Flames selected — […]
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The Liberty Flames’ men’s lacrosse team ended its season with a 12-2 record, but fell short of the conference crown. After a dominant victory over the Tennessee Volunteers in the first round of the ALC Championship, the Flames were defeated in double overtime by Virginia Tech 14-13 in the ALC Championship game. “To Tennessee’s credit, they were hitting everything that […]
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Every spring, the 32 NFL clubs gather for an annual selection of college players entering the league. The NFL Draft is an event known for its excitement, drama and life-changing nature. This year’s Draft was dramatic as ever. Three of the first four selections were quarterbacks, trades ran rampant and many teams made some unusual moves. The Carolina Panthers selected […]
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After a historic win over the Clemson Tigers on April 26, the Lady Flames strutted into their final ASUN home series against the Austin Peay Governors with undeniable momentum. With a 13-5 ASUN record and 31-17 overall, redemption was on the mind of Liberty, seeking to improve upon a series loss the previous weekend against the No. 1 ASUN Central […]
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Three generations of track athletes run through the veins of Liberty track star Taylen Langin. A senior season full of success saw Langin break the ASUN Conference all-time record of 13-7.25 on the outdoor women’s pole vault with a jump of 13-9.25 on April 15. This effort contributed to the ASUN labeling Langin as Women’s Field Athlete of the Week […]
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As children shyly walked through the cafeteria doors of their humble elementary school, a raucous crowd welcomed them with a seemingly ordinary gift: shoes. The plain faces grew into large smiles as hope became something one could slip onto their feet. At Robert S. Payne Elementary school in the heart of Lynchburg, a typical Thursday evening on April 28 turned […]
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Charles Spurgeon says in one of his sermons, “There is not a drop of wrath in a riverful of a believer’s grief.” This quote dives into the concept that Christ has created a purpose behind suffering. It lies in us, then, to allow Christ to work in our hearts and show us the plan he has. The Office of Community […]
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Reflecting on the past three years at Liberty University, I’m amazed by our incredible students, world-class faculty, award-winning student athletes and outstanding coaches. Liberty University is filled with dedicated men and women of God who make it all possible. Whether you’re a student, an alumnus, a faculty member or part of our administrative staff, I sincerely want to thank you […]
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Carlton Payne, a Liberty graduate student, felt like he had an upset stomach almost constantly. During the summer of 2022, he thought it was the food he was eating, so he would go on different diets. His pain would subside for a short time, but the same discomfort would return. In August, he went to see a doctor about the […]
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