by Kathryn Farris | Nov 1, 2020 | Arts and Entertainment, News Slider
The tradition of Halloweek dodgeball remained strong at Friday night’s SAB tournament, despite an era of social distancing and masks causing a switch-up for the Lipscomb favorite. This year’s dodgeball tournament was moved to Allen Arena to better socially distance. This year’s winners were the “Belmont Boys,” a group of five Lipscomb sophomores aiming to poke fun at our neighbors up the boulevard. “It feels good. We worked really hard and put a lot of work into this, we came prepared and we got the job done,” said the group after their win. The “Belmont Boys” are comprised of Greyson Isenberg, Cody Neill, Blake Crockett, Jeffrey Martin and Jackson Tate. “It really just comes down to execution. We had a plan, so we came out and got the job done.” A gallery of the event, including groups dressed as grandmas, yoga enthusiasts and rednecks, can be found...
by Grant Bricker | Oct 29, 2020 | Arts and Entertainment, News Slider
Lipscomb’s Halloweek is having to endure COVID-19 regulations, but the majority of the events that Lipscomb has come to love and know are still happening. Normally, dodgeball would be in the courtyard of Fanning Hall. COVID-19 forced Lipscomb to consider different venues for the event before deciding to change the location to Allen Arena. “The decision was purely based on COVID protocols,” said Lipscomb’s Director of Community Life Kelvin Kelley. “We knew that this is a big part of the Lipscomb Student experience and wanted to ensure that it could happen, even if it looks a little different.” Just because the event location has changed doesn’t mean that the protocols have either. Lipscomb will follow the latest COVID-19 protocols at the event to ensure that no one is able to catch the virus at the event or for it to spread. Allen Arena is a much bigger location than the likes of Fanning Hall so there had to be an extra level of caution, but it’s nothing that can’t be handled. “We will have a contract tracing,” said Kelley. “Also, we will add temperature scanners to entrances. Everyone also has to RSVP for tickets within Allen Arena and must sit in the seat they have reserved.” Unfortunately due to COVID, one thing that has to be changed is the number of people that will be able to attend this event. SGA will allow for 300 people to attend this event via the reservation of tickets. The number of teams that are allowed for the event is currently at 16 teams. While Kelley stated there are no plans as of...
by Grant Bricker | Oct 27, 2020 | Arts and Entertainment, News Slider
Halloween spirits on Lipscomb’s campus have not gone unaffected by the COVID pandemic. Some of the events that have traditionally been held are Haunted Highrise, Dodgeball, Scare in the Square and Dia de los Muertos among others. However, due to COVID-19, there will be some changes, including the cancellation of Haunted Highrise. “The reality of COVID-19 and the safety of our students has been the primary factor in most all of our decisions this year,” said Lipscomb’s Director of Residence Life Jonathan Williams. “The fact that we are located in Nashville and Davidson County further complicates any plans we might have for hosting a larger event,” he said. “At this time, Davidson County is still in phase 3 of reopening which limits gatherings to 25 people or less so an indoor event such as Haunted High Rise, that would normally draw 400-plus students and guests, simply wasn’t going to work this year.” Haunted Highrise, an annual event since 2011, will return — if possible — from this year’s cancellation, according to Williams. Williams said, “We are crossing our fingers and hoping for the best as we look forward to the future and fall 2021.” On the other hand, another prominent event of Hallo-week, Scare in the Square will still go on, but the atmosphere has been changed. Under normal circumstances, Scare in the Square is like a trunk or treat event where different clubs and societies of Lipscomb set up various stations and give out candy to those from throughout the community who come in costume. This is an event that all of Lipscomb is invited to partake in,...
by Tyler Harvey | Nov 4, 2019 | Galleries, News Slider, Uncategorized
“Campus Security,” “Hydro-Flask” and “Nun-of-That” all made team costume appearances at the Student Activities Board’s annual dodgeball tournament. The event was a Halloween season hit once again, allowing the student body to come together in an epic competition for the title of dodgeball champion and a large purple trophy to show that Lipscomb pride. The competition was heated as teams battled it out to the end slowly being eliminated in a winner-play-winner format. “Campus Security” took on “The Mechanics” in the championship round. “Campus Security” has won the tournament two years in a row, but this year the streak ended. “The Mechanics” won the trophy for 2019. Tyler Harvey was there to capture a gallery of all the action....
by Brianna Langley | Nov 7, 2014 | News Slider, Sports
Check out the Lumination newscast this week, where Aaron Schmelzer and Sarah McGee give you updates on the latest and most current news events from behind the desk. Madeline Smith gives you all the updates from the recent nationwide election in our politics segment, Carly Bergthold takes you through the latest entertainment news, Travis Byrd gives you a look into this week’s weather forecast and Brianne Welch lets you in on all the latest in the world of sports. This week’s show also features updates on the changes being added to Lipscomb dining and a popular Nashville bakery that is opening up a new franchise overseas. Want to know details about a Lipscomb science professor’s medical research being conducted on campus? Jesica Parsley gives you the scoop. If you’re wondering about how the annual Lipscomb Dodgeball Tournament recently played out, Gemikal Prude gives you a firsthand look. Remember to check next week’s newscast for the most up-to-date community news. Have any events or story ideas you want covered? Contact our News Director at...
