The Alpha Lambda Delta (ALD) Honor Society hosted an annual awards banquet honoring 122 graduating seniors Saturday, March 31. ALD is a cross-disciplinary honor society that looks at student’s grades during their first year and initiates them during their sophomore year when they can serve as “officers.” Associate Professor for the School of Business Dr. Colleen A. McLaughlin was the […]
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In hopes of being able to house more horses, Liberty University’s Equestrian Center will continue with construction throughout the summer. Caroline Martin, the official barn manager, has become the “go-to” person for relations between the barn and the management of the university. “We have accomplished so much so far with the center. There is still much work that needs to […]
Read moreRegistration is now open for most Liberty University student groups, and some are taking advantage of the courses being offered in the summer to try and knock out a few credits before the fall term. According to Director of Liberty University Summer Programs Kenny Rowlette, Liberty has been offering residential summer classes since 2002, and more than 1,000 students stay […]
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The College of Arts and Sciences will hold its first undergraduate scholarship symposium on April 5 from 6 to 10 p.m., where students will orally present or demonstrate their academic achievements. The goal of the symposium is to allow students from all departments of the College of Arts and Sciences to present and explain research or studies from their fields […]
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In the weeks since spring break, a few changes have been made regarding classroom locations. Science and art classes that were held in the Spiritual Life and Academic Building (SLAB) are now located on the fourth floor of DeMoss because of ongoing construction around campus. The Helms School of Government and Visual Communication Arts gallery are also located on the […]
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Two hundred people will participate in Liberty University’s annual Relay for Life from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. April 12 to 13, 2012. Sponsors have already raised more than $4,000 for the event, and participants hope to top last year’s $16,000. The 2012 Relay at Liberty will be the second overnight event. This year’s festivities include games, food and live […]
Read moreVa. representatives initiate new legislation Lynchburg representatives have entered a battle against the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that could directly impact taxpayers, locally and throughout the commonwealth. Congressman Bob Goodlatte (R-6th), whose district includes Lynchburg, has initiated a legislation plan with Congressman Tim Holden (D-PA) that could counter the EPA’s new proposed program for stormwater treatment. The EPA’s proposal comes […]
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Republican primaries receive high turnout Liberty University’s precinct had a higher than expected voter turnout March 6, leading the way for Virginia with one of the highest voter percentages in the state. Liberty’s precinct, which is 302 third Ward second precinct, had a total of 590 votes counted, 13 percent of the registered voters for the precinct, while Virginia’s overall […]
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With gas prices on the rise, many Americans wonder if relief at the gas pumps is somewhere in the distance or if high gas prices are here to stay. Associate Professor of Finance and Economics at Liberty University Robert Rencher spoke about the basic principles of supply and demand and their effect on skyrocketing gas prices. “The demand for oil […]
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Dr. Charles Murphy took students from Liberty University to visit the National Defense University (NDU) in Washington, D.C. to help better their education. The NDU is the premier center for Joint Professional Military Education and is under the direction of the Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff. Murphy, a Marine and Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) veteran, teaches Strategic & Intelligence Studies […]
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Liberty University’s nursing department is well known for the intense program it uses to bring out the full potential of its students. While the entire program is rigorous, junior year is one of the toughest obstacles the students face. One of the most difficult aspects of this particular year is the class known simply as Med. Surg., officially known as […]
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SELAH, Liberty University’s yearbook, recently received the Gold Crown Award from the Columbia Scholastic Press Association, according to Jeff White from Promotional Publications at Liberty. It is the first time Liberty has received the prestigious award. The award is given to publications in the academic arena for excellence in writing/editing, design, content, concept, photography, art and graphics. In addition to […]
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Liberty University broke ground on its newest academic facility Wednesday, March 7. Chancellor Jerry Falwell Jr. described the state-of-the-art, 170,000-square-foot Jerry Falwell Library as the perfect blend of Jeffersonian and modern architecture. Falwell said he thought VMDO Architects of Charlottesville, Va. combined Jeffersonian style with modern materials in a way that America’s third president would do himself if he were […]
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Liberty University’s Comic Book Club hosted local business owner Chris Garbee at their meeting Thursday, March 22. Garbee owns Untamed Worlds, a gaming and comic book shop, in Lynchburg. Garbee spoke about the state of the industry and about pursuing a career in comics. According to Tyler Flynn, president of Liberty’s Comic Book Club, this was not the first time […]
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Additives in cosmetics, hygiene products possibly linked to harmful effects including breast cancer Slathering on cosmetics, toothpaste and face wash might be placing harmful toxins in the recipient’s body. According to Liberty University Professor Linda Kitchel, some preservatives and additives in food, such as parabens, are used in cosmetics. Parabens are used in products as preservatives and can be recognized […]
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