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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New science program prepares students for investigating crime scenes Do not be alarmed if on the way to class you see a group of students examining a body — that is just the forensic science students doing their homework. Liberty hosted its first round of forensic science students during the fall 2014 semester. This new undergraduate degree was designed not […]
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Professor named president of VATA organization Dr. Matthew Gage, associate professor and clinical coordinator at Liberty University, has been chosen to serve as president-elect for the Virginia Athletic Training Association (VATA). According to VATA, its mission is to improve the quality of health for residents of Virginia. Gage is dedicated to that same mission as he begins his term as […]
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“He is mighty to save. He is mighty to save.” I was overwhelmed as the worship band sang this song at the beginning of Convocation Friday. “Mighty to save. The one who conquered the grave. Author of my salvation.” This was the core message of our speakers’ testimonies this week — God is mighty to save. Pastor Joel Engle spoke […]
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Sophomore Clay Finnesand is driven by his passion for Jesus and music While in second grade, he struck his first notes on a piano — an old Yamaha upright that he jokes is “still the best piano (he’s) ever heard.” At first, he practiced on his own without any formal instruction. Whenever he walked by, he would simply take a […]
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New academic buildings near completion while others begin construction It has been less than three weeks since the spring semester started, and Liberty University students have already witnessed several changes to the ever-evolving landscape of the school’s campus. One of the most noticeable projects underway is the School of Music building. Charles Spence, senior vice president for construction planning, said […]
Read moreAfter Dr. Ronald Godwin retired from his post as provost last year, Dr. Ronald Hawkins became the interim provost. He accepted President Jerry Falwell’s request to make the new position permanent Jan. 23. “Dr. Hawkins has been a loyal Liberty stalwart for decades,” Falwell told the Liberty University News Service. “I can’t think of anybody better to lead the provost’s […]
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University adapts to evolving perspective on female leadership in culture The spring 2015 Convocation calendar is nearly full at 39 confirmed guests, with the exception of four to-be-announced speakers. Of those speakers, eight are women. To hear the majority of those women, be sure to attend Convocation this week in the Vines Center at 10 a.m. After that, the university […]
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Center for Apologetics and Cultural Engagement begins its first semester Thomas was a doubter. Known for being a skeptic, a disbeliever, a questioner and for demanding proof, “Doubting Thomas” and people living in today’s chaotic world have something in common, especially with the millennial generation. They are asking questions and looking for answers. Liberty University is giving students and professors […]
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Softball team looks to improve on losing 2014 year When the Liberty University women’s softball team begins regular-season play in a few short weeks, it will be a season of new opportunities. The Lady Flames will debut their new 1,000-seat stadium, as well as seek to improve on a modest 11-46 2014 campaign. Returning senior second baseman Megan Robinson said […]
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Dr. Ben Kalu returns to Nigeria in attempt to find cancer cure Dr. Ben Kalu, an assistant professor in Liberty University’s Department of Biology & Chemistry, spent Christmas break researching, teaching and training at Abia State University in Uturu, Nigeria. Kalu was selected for the second round of the Carnegie African Diaspora Fellowship Program, which awarded 33 scholars an opportunity […]
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An unlikely artist is now unveiling his work in the art gallery Using the mediums of graphic design, user interface design, film, and photography, Liberty University professor and artist David Meyer will be opening a self-featured art exhibit entitled “Menagerie.” “I went with the name ‘Menagerie’ because it’s a collection, kind of like a hodgepodge of things,” Meyer said. “The […]
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Alluvion and Academy of Fine Arts partner to premiere Peter Pan prequel How exactly did Peter Pan become “the boy who never grew up?” The answer to this age-old question is revealed in the play “Peter and the Starcatcher,” which opened at the Academy of Fine Arts Thursday, Jan. 15. The play is being presented through a partnership between Alluvion […]
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Construction transforms campus to offer new opportunities for students Recently, construction has been at the forefront of campus attention as the university continues progress on several new buildings and structure expansions. With campus-wide development underway, the campus is currently home to a flurry of activity. One of the biggest projects currently being worked on is the second commons dorm, located […]
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Matchup with No. 6 Villanova awaits As the Flames walked off the field following a loss to Charleston Southern in the last home game of the season two weeks ago, making the Football Championship Subdivision playoffs seemed to be an improbable dream more than a legitimate possibility. With Liberty’s postseason hopes on the line in the final seconds of the […]
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