Liberty’s School of Business hosted an awards ceremony during the last alternative convocation of the academic year Wednesday, April 23. Dr. John George, who is preparing to retire, was the guest of honor. Hundreds of students gathered in a packed room to hear a special message from their professors. Dean Scott Hicks became emotional while introducing George. “This is one […]
Read moreMinnesota Congresswoman Michele Bachmann addressed more than 10,000 students at Liberty University’s Convocation Wednesday, April 16, urging them, as well as all Christians in society, to “contend for the things that matter.” As Bachmann took the stage, she made it clear why she was visiting Liberty. She shared that she reached out to Johnnie Moore, senior vice president of communications, […]
Read moreLiberty University officials announced today that Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal will speak at the school’s 41st Commencement Saturday, May 10, and author Eric Metaxas will speak at the Baccalaureate service Friday, May 9. Now in his second term as governor, Jindal has worked since his 2008 inauguration to improve his state’s economy, health care and employment record, among other things. […]
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Covering an expanse equivalent to the size of 35 football fields, more than 93,000 employees of major companies in the broadcast world from all 50 states attended the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Show in Las Vegas, among them a Liberty professor and two Liberty students. Sam Farnsworth and Jerusha O’Dell, communications majors at Liberty, represented Sony on the floor […]
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Tension involving Russia’s attempt to gain possession of Crimea evokes concern from relative in Lynchburg Sarah Babb, a Liberty University senior whose parents are working as missionaries in Ukraine, explained that when she heard about what was going on in the country, she immediately wanted to get in contact with her parents. “When I saw the news and the situation […]
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Students implement computer safety techniques to succeed in regional finals Liberty University’s Cyber Defense Club placed second in the Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition at Johns Hopkins University March 28 – 29. After placing top eight at the virtual qualifier for the competition, which was done remotely from Liberty’s campus, the Cyber Defense Club, which teaches students computer security techniques, was […]
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In honor of Autism Awareness Month in April, Liberty’s Autism Speaks U is hosting several events in order to raise awareness about autism among students and Lynchburg residents.
The month kicked off April 2 on the steps of DeMoss Hall for World Autism Awareness Day. There, Autism Speaks […]
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Freshman Erin Kelly, daughter of NFL Hall-of-Famer Jim Kelly, relies on faith as family faces medical troubles For the past four weekends, Liberty University freshman Erin Kelly has boarded a plane bound for New York City. Each Thursday night, she packs some homework and anything else she might need for the trip and returns three days later, ready for class […]
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Majors undergo revision to allow for students to have greater opportunities in classrooms and careers After months of contemplation and strategizing, many departments within Liberty University have decided to alter their Degree Completion Plans (DCP) in an effort to accommodate the growing needs of the student body. According to Center of Academic Support and Advising Services Executive Director for Administration […]
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Team defeats six universities, scores 190 points against tournament champion Harvard in first trip to ICT Liberty University’s Quiz Bowl team ranked 20th in the national Intercollegiate Championship Tournament (ICT) March 29, according to Jim Nutter, Quiz Bowl coach. The tournament took place at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Rosemont, Ill., which is a suburb of Chicago. Liberty’s team took […]
Read moreTowns writes study Bible Author and Liberty University Co-founder Elmer Towns has completed his newest work since the announcement of his sabbatical during the fall of 2013 – “The Prayer Bible,” which will be released April 27. According to the book’s press release, Towns co-wrote this prayer Bible with the late Dr. Roy Zuck. Towns translated each verse of the […]
Read moreFalwell encourages students to vote With Lynchburg City Council Elections approaching May 10, Liberty University President Jerry Falwell said he would like to encourage students to participate in the local political process. “It only takes a small turnout to make a difference during these off-season elections, 3,000 votes is all it takes to swing the election one way or the […]
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Women gather at the Hancock Welcome Center for games and a bit of fun The Liberty University Office of Military Affairs hosted its third Military Spouse Brunch at the Hancock Welcome Center Saturday, April 5. The event provided fellowship and food to approximately 20 women whose husbands are in the military. As the spouses enjoyed brunch, keynote speaker Soledad Moore […]
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Liberty holds seminar to emphasize the importance of remembering American history Liberty University held the 18th Annual Civil War Seminar April 4-5, featuring prominent speakers such as the “nation’s leading authority on America’s Civil War” Dr. James “Bud” Robertson, according to the Danville Museum of Fine Arts and History website. The seminar also featured Virginia Military Institute graduate and former […]
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Falwell announces possible civic center President Jerry Falwell announced at a faculty meeting Wednesday, April 2, that Liberty University has presented a draft proposal to Lynchburg officials for a civic center. According to the press release, the proposal could serve as an outline for an agreement between the city and Liberty. “The proposal calls for the university to pay for […]
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