Addictions can come in all shapes and sizes, and Pastor Jonathan “JP” Pokluda touched on the power and influence of idols when he spoke at Convocation Oct. 13 — both the “bad” idols and the ones people often associate with good things like exercise and coffee. Pokluda started his sermon by explaining how cameras made it to the front of […]
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It was a thrill to see all our alumni, students and parents who made their way back to Liberty University for a memorable Homecoming. This is one of the most exciting events of the year and a great way to see how many lives Liberty University has impacted over the decades. I’m so proud of all our students and alums. […]
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Homecoming weekend, Oct. 14-15, brought alumni, students and the Lynchburg community to campus for a parade, a carnival, tailgate parties and a game in which the Liberty Flames defeated Gardner-Webb University with a close win of 21-20. Over 7,500 alumni were in attendance throughout the weekend. Homecoming provided a variety of festivities for participants. Friday, they could attend a special […]
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Liberty’s Student Government Association continues to serve the campus community by passing legislation and planning special events for students with other administrative departments. Recently, SGA has passed legislation, including a resolution signed by President Daniel Hostetter that will be presented to administration regarding the implementation of traffic lights on the bridge near Slim Chickens. According to Hostetter, students have […]
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It’s the eighth Sunday of the semester, and this is the eighth church you’ve been to. You have filled out more new connection cards and been welcomed by more greeters than you can count. You are a certified church hopper. It all starts freshman year when you are just settling in and checking out different churches with your friends. You […]
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Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin recently announced new rules concerning how public schools deal with transgender youth. The rules specify that children in schools must use the bathroom and locker room that corresponds to their biological sex. Additionally, teachers must refer to these children by the name listed on their birth certificate and their biological pronouns unless express permission is given […]
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In 1996, California set a precedent by becoming the first state to legalize the use of medical marijuana. Now, as of 2022, 38 states and the District of Columbia have legalized medical marijuana, and 19 of those states have legalized its recreational use, according to Business Insider. America’s response to cannabis has changed drastically over the past 30 years, and […]
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Homeschooling may be the fastest-growing educational trend in our country. With recent issues in both public and private schools, parents are opting for more control over what their children learn. But is choosing to homeschool your kids beneficial, or does it deprive them of certain life lessons and social skills? I have experience in both going to private school and […]
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For a long time, dust, the sounds of machines whirring and caution tape filled what was once the student collaborative space at Green Hall. Now, for the first time, the newly erected walls finally showcase what they were built for: art. Freshly opened and with various displays, the Liberty University Art Museum at Green Hall welcomed its inaugural artist display. […]
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If you are a student wandering around DeMoss Hall and the Montview Student Union in between classes, then you probably know about the two guys laying out a bunch of assorted stickers in the area next to Starbucks. Whether you stopped by their table, stared at the numerous options or simply passed them on your way to class, […]
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Around 100 deaf and hard of hearing middle and high school students from Virginia and North Carolina will come together to enjoy Liberty University’s Deaf Field Day Friday, Oct. 21. This is the first time Liberty has put together an event like this for the deaf and hard of hearing community. Around 50 Liberty students will be volunteering at the […]
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Liberty University and the International Student Center (ISC) encourages students to learn about the countries represented on campus through Global Connect events. The ISC is the primary avenue for international students to get connected and allows American students to learn more about the cultural representation on campus. The student body at Liberty is incredibly diverse, and according to Liberty University’s […]
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Lyrics like “lunch counter mornings and coffee shop nights” carried the audience into a play within a play. “Curtains,” directed by Chris Nelson, is a murder mystery set in 1959. When the lead theater performer, Jessica Cranshaw, dies suddenly on stage at the end of her act, Lt. Frank Cioffi, a detective, quarantines the entire cast and crew to probe […]
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Navigating the realm of politics can be difficult for the average college student to master, but it can prove to be a skill more useful than many learned in the classroom. College students can engage in politics through many different venues whether it be classes, organizations or social media platforms. One platform is YouTube, where one of my favorite conservative […]
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October and the start of fall typically means pumpkin spice lattes and chunky sweaters. But for fashion students at Liberty University, this time of year also means preparation for the annual Liberty Fashion Show held in the spring. Although it’s hosted by Department of Family & Consumer Sciences (FACS), students of all majors are invited to participate in and attend […]
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