Liberty University alumna and previous Miss Virginia Petite titleholder, Kendra Hicks, achieved a two-year long dream in September by winning the title of America United Miss. Hicks competed in the America United Miss scholarship pageant, also known as AUM, and won her sixth title to date. As an advocate for sustainable fashion and volunteer work, Hicks balances her responsibilities as […]
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When Josiah Mork was growing up, he struggled to connect with his peers, but everything changed once he discovered the world of fantasy role-playing games. “My parents were really good about trying to get me out and making friends, but I was still very introverted,” Mork said. When he joined his Boy Scouts troop, Mork was introduced to the fantasy […]
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SafeBabe is a student-owned and operated self-defense key chain company that offers an affordable tool to students who wish to protect themselves. Senior Guinevere Collins started a key chain company that offers a multitude of self-defense essentials. “As a college girl in general, we need to be able to protect ourselves,” Collins said. Collins started SafeBabe as a project for […]
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Ever since Janet Brown accepted Christ at 8 years old, she knew it was the right decision. However, she never expected to be working in ministry and higher education until she heard God’s voice. Brown is the residential department chair of Family & Consumer Sciences (FACS) at Liberty University. She has a master’s in human services and a doctorate in […]
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For those who like Halloween but don’t want to participate in the haunted houses, horror movies and crazy festivities, you’ve come to the right place. As sad as it is, college students are too old to go trick-or-treating for some free candy. However, there are still plenty of fun things to do from the comfort of your dorm. Plan a […]
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Liberty University currently offers more than 150 student-led clubs. One student club, the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA), has created a laid-back environment that also fosters career growth. PRSSA is a national association that aims to bridge the gap between the college experience and the workplace. The organization was established in 1967, and Liberty students began their own […]
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As seasons change and the stresses of exams and end-of-semester projects hit, cold and flu season also adds to the list of concerns facing college students. In order to help prevent the unwanted stress added from catching illnesses during the school year, associate professor of nursing Stacy Taylor shared some insights on how students can stay healthy this year. Take […]
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The Central Virginia area is full of fun events and experiences waiting to be attended. Here are five fall activities within driving distance of campus happening over the next few weeks. Sinkland Farms’ 33rd annual Pumpkin Festival This family tradition taking place every weekend until Nov. 3 features exciting activities like live music, food trucks and arts and crafts vendors. […]
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The cold weather seasons have arrived, and unfortunately, that also means your hair may start to feel dull, dry and lifeless. Fear not — I am going to take you step-by-step through my hydrating hair care routine as a licensed cosmetologist to revive dead hair, even in the midst of a dry fall season. Joico HydraSplash Hydrating Shampoo and […]
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Many students choose to leave on-campus life and transition to living on their own off campus. The Office of Commuter Life exists to provide community and connection for these students once they embark out on their own. Director of Commuter Life Sheldon Farrington lived on Campus East in the same building and the same hall during all four years of […]
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Students will find themselves surrounded by the vivid Forest of Arden through the Liberty University Department of Theatre Arts’ latest play, “As You Like It,” in the Black Box Theater. The classic Shakespeare comedy focuses on three characters. Rosalind is the daughter of the recently exiled duke. She’s joined by Celia — her cousin, best friend and the daughter of […]
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Keep your heart with all vigilance, for from it flow the springs of life,” (Proverbs 4:23 ESV). As someone who is wary of listening to foul language, it is hard for me to find good television shows and movies to watch that do not contain some sort of cursing. Even if I were to look past the language and attempt […]
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Season 33 of Dancing with the Stars (DWTS) has already caused much controversy only halfway into its 10-week air. Between the actions of celebrity dancers and a questionable guest judge, the show started conversations among the public and media outlets this fall. Let’s recap the most memorable moments so far. The first major buzz arose when DWTS introduced Anna Delvey, […]
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October marks a time of nostalgia and festivity. As the air turns crisp, the trees begin to change to beautiful hues of maroon, amber and marigold. The sound of crunchy leaves and the scent of cinnamon invoke a sense of warmth. Here are five trends to help embrace the best of October. Trader Joe’s galore When autumn comes around, many […]
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Autumn has arrived, and that means it’s time to bring out the fall wardrobe. Here are five fashion tips to elevate anyone’s style this season. Invest in a good coat Coats are versatile in the way they can be styled, and they are also purposeful. As the weather starts to get colder, coats allow students to stay warm while putting […]
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