Spring season commences

Department of Theatre Arts prepares to premiere upcoming performances “South Pacific,” a production of Richard Rogers and Oscar Hammerstein’s, will hit the stage Feb. 20 as the opening act in the spring semester for the Liberty University Department of Theatre Arts. According to the department’s website and The Broadway Musical Home website, the musical is based on James Michener’s Pulitzer […]

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Weekend getaways

Student Activities offers trips for those needing to take a break from studies Everyday adventurers and couch potatoes alike are invited to outdoor excursions hosted by Student Activities (SA) every semester. Liberty students around campus recognize the SA staff and volunteers as those who plan a myriad of on-campus events such as Coffeehouse. Long hours and many cups of coffee […]

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Dreaming of doughnuts

Three men fulfill an ambition by selling sweet treats from a remodeled trailer What do three young men, a refurbished trailer and a vision all have in common? Doughnuts. But, for co-business partners Coulter Sims and Shad Sims of Utah and F.W. Willis of Virginia, a dream of selling fresh doughnuts has become a reality. Unlike other doughnut bakers though, […]

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Unplugging the addiction

“Only the wearer knows where the shoe pinches.” This is what Liberty University Pastoral Counselor Dr. Arllen Ade tells people when they ask him why he should talk to them about pornography. “So what gives me the right to talk to (men) about pornography addiction — I have also struggled with the problem,” Ade said. Founder of the group Unplug […]

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Photo Expo

Students compete for prizes They say that a picture is worth 1,000 words, and students at Liberty University get the chance to express 1,000 words at the Student Activities (SA) Photo Expo Feb. 21, where they can show off their photography skills or enjoy a night of student work. “It is a new concept for our department,” Event Coordinator Haley […]

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Trip Lee in concert

Rapper and author will visit Liberty University Thursday, Feb. 5 Acclaimed rapper, author, pastor and Brag Ministry founder, William Lee Barefield III, known by his stage name Trip Lee, will be performing at Liberty University Feb. 5 at 8 p.m. in the LaHaye Event Space. This will be his fourth stop on the Rise Tour to promote his latest album […]

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Local superhero

Spider-Man can be seen saving the day around campus Known for swinging around between the buildings of New York City, Spider-Man, also known as Peter Parker, now resides in Lynchburg for the school year..Spider-Man, a new resident of Liberty’s campus since last semster, has been standing guard against super villains that may be seen venturing down University Boulevard. He has […]

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Jazzing up gospel music

School of Music kicks off Christian Artist Series with guitarist Kevin Turner Inspired by gospel music and the work of popular jazz artists, Kevin Turner took the stage at Liberty University’s School of Music Christian Artist Series in Towns Auditorium Jan. 27. Nominated for a Stellar Award, a gospel music award, Turner is also known for his jazz music all […]

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Work hard, plan harder

Before students travel on mission trips, they must raise the necessary funds Matthew 28:18-20, the Bible passage also known as the Great Commission, has impacted many lives by inspiring people to go out into the mission field and share the gospel of Jesus Christ with people around the country and the world. Mission trips, which have a shorter time frame […]

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Residential rappers

Bridging the Gap Urban Ministries shares the gospel via rap and step-dance Jennifer Person of Bridging the Gap Urban Ministries (BTGUM) defines ministry as a way to advertise Jesus Christ to a dying and lost world. “To me, ministry is basically serving,” Person said. “It’s to share the love of Christ (with the) world in a day (and) age where […]

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Shredding the slopes

Family-friendly ski resorts offer opportunities to relax and compete While Virginia may not offer snow all winter long, the state still offers options for students to ski, snowboard and enjoy winter weather on the slopes through ski resorts close to Lynchburg. Bryce Resort in Jackson, Massanutten Resort in Rockingham County, and Wintergreen Resort in Wintergreen are all located in Virginia […]

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Profiting from pants

Marianne Truex is selling exotic-printed trousers to help a 12-year-old girl Selling exotic printed pants from Cambodia may seem like a random hobby to many people, but for junior Marianne Truex it holds a significant meaning and purpose. In 2003, Marianne Truex and her family moved to Cambodia, where her family still performs humanitarian work. After discovering the traumatic medical […]

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Students relive the ’90’s

Board games, root beer floats and images from ’90s TV shows welcomed students as they converged on the LaHaye Event space Friday night, Jan. 23, for SA @ Night. The doors to the LaHaye event space opened at 10 p.m. as students entered into a colorfully decorated room. Balloons hung everywhere and tables were covered in a variety of colored […]

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An extraordinary gift

Senior Samantha Moran’s book shows a journey of faith, trust and love Samantha Grace Moran always dreamed about being a published author. She never imagined that she would be one at the age of 21. But that is exactly what she is. “I’ve pretty much wanted to be an author ever since I was really little,” Moran said. “ I […]

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Fresh food made fast

Crisp, a salad and juice bar, makes healthy cuisine available for students The move toward buying local and eating organic food is a trend that is spreading across the country. Lynchburg is welcoming this trend into the city with downtown’s newest concept, Crisp, a salad and juice bar offering natural ingredients and fresh pressed juices. Jan. 12 marked the first […]

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