by Tia Calvin | Oct 4, 2019 | Arts and Entertainment, News Slider
Before her class began at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Emily Patti spent a few minutes adjusting her seat pedals and fixing her microphone. She greeted students individually as they walked in the door and warmly welcomed new members. Then, she dimmed the lights, got on her bike, and blasted the stereo. This is Spin, the world of indoor cycling, which first found its way to Lipscomb University in 2009. Since then, group fitness has had a sharp increase in participation with Spin being the most attended class on campus. The concept of Spin is simple: a 45-minute fitness session where students ride stationary bikes at various levels of resistance while led by an instructor. This, combined with bass pumping music and a dark room, makes for an immersive yet entertaining workout. In recent years, spin classes have become extremely popular, with celebrities like Beyonce and former President Barack Obama loving the fast-paced and high-intensity workouts that make them break a sweat. But it’s more than just the challenging workout that keeps students coming back week after week. Some students rely on the class environment with an upbeat instructor to keep them involved in this fitness fad. “I love the fun group vibe here and the music,” said Lipscomb student, Abigail Hardage. “Yes, it’s a challenging workout, but Emily motivates me to be the absolute best. I honestly don’t think I’d be able to do on my own what she pushes me to do each week.” Emily Patti is the instructor for the twice-weekly class, she began teaching after a soccer injury left her unable to exercise with the team. She...
by Quinn Gorte | Mar 15, 2019 | News Slider, Opinion
With Nashville’s weather being as unpredictable as *insert typical Southern phrase here*, Berry Hill’s Juice Bar is a welcome sanctuary of healthy choices for all eaters. Juice Bar, located only two miles from campus, offers more than just refreshing, vitamin-filled juices. With various food choices, like spring rolls and sandwiches, smoothies/smoothie bowls, and even shots (don’t worry–they’re non-alcoholic), Juice Bar is a local hero for everyone who wants to be healthy and/or stay that way. One of my personal favorite menu choices at Juice Bar is the dragonfruit smoothie bowl. First off, the color of the smoothie bowl is a stunning deep pink, which I think only enhances the whole eating experience. The bowl tastes bright and spunky, with its sweet mango complimented by the zingy dragonfruit, all topped off with honey, bananas and strawberries. If you’re gluten-free, make sure to ask for no granola—maybe they’ll be nice and sub cacao nibs or another gluten-free treat for you instead. Another favorite for me is the Pad Thai Noodle Bowl. The noodles are made from sweet potatoes, which provide a light yet sturdy texture that works well as noodles. The sauce is sweet and perfectly seasoned, with seeds and cashews on top, making it a protein-rich, gluten-free meal. If you are feeling under the weather, but you’re still not quite brave enough to try one of Juice Bar’s Power Shots, like the Ginger & Cayenne shot, go for the Sweet Greens juice. Sweet Greens contains the perfect combination of fruits and vegetables, including lemon, kale, spinach, cucumber and parsley. Yes, parsley. I’m not about the parsley-eating life, but if you...
by Janice Ng | Jan 17, 2014 | News Slider, Sports
In the first installment of Lumination News for the 2014 spring semester, Savanna Schubert and Carter Sanderson are behind the news desk to update you about what is happening on campus and in the local community. Madeline Smith fills you in on the week’s top world news headlines, Aaron Schmelzer gives the scoop on all things entertainment, Bridgette Begle gives you the weather forecast and Kage Sanderson brings you up to speed with sports. This week’s newscast features the story of a Lipscomb student affected by the Target security breach, information on how to stay healthy during the flu season, a look at what to expect for chapel this semester and an update on the legalizing marijuana bill floating around Tennessee. We also give you a preview of different club events on campus, such as Rush Fair and Spanish speed-dating with Futuro, and we show you how you can get involved in Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service events. Be sure to stay tuned for future newscasts published every Friday here on...
by Kyrsten Turner | Nov 25, 2013 | News Slider
Service and learning can go hand-in-hand, and a group of 31 Lipscomb biology students are combining their academics with service to meet the needs of a Nashville-based, not-for-profit organization. Students in Dr. James English’s freshmen-level environmental biology course are working in conjunction with the Nashville Food Project to implement an irrigation plan for the organization’s Wedgewood garden. The class visited the garden a couple times at the beginning of the semester to evaluate the land structure before devoting the fall months to creating the land management plan. “The property is on a slight-gradient, so what you do is collect the water and bring that rain water up so that you can use it to flow down,” second-year Yellow Ribbon student Christopher Long said. “It’s kind of an intricate system, but it’s completely sustainable. “Basically, we use mother nature to sustain the garden.” Jamie Wilkerson, the class communications manager for the irrigation plan, is designing the irrigation system to pump water from the 5,000 gallon tank to the piping system, providing water to the garden. “It is awesome to have a class with an actual real life application,” Wilkerson said. “It has [provided] drive and interest.” The irrigation system is designed to use rain water, implementing a sustainable practice that has been around for generations. Wilkerson said he hopes the irrigation system will help the Nashville Food Project with their upcoming spring crops. “Our proposal is very detailed and has everything outlined down to the smallest materials needed to complete the project,” Wilkerson said. “I find this super exciting because we have created something that, if used, should work perfectly.” The...
by Savanna Schubert | Nov 20, 2013 | Opinion
While it may only be fall, flu and cold season has already begun. College students are some of the most susceptible to these different types of illnesses. Here are 10 helpful hints so you, as a busy college student, can make sure a common cold or dreaded flu won’t get you down during this semester. 1) WASH YOUR HANDS! It appears that what your kindergarten teachers have told you is actually correct. Washing your hands after using the bathroom, before you eat meals, and after class could come in handy when the sickness on campus is high. 2) AVOID TOUCHING YOUR FACE. This tip does seem odd; however when you touch doors to and from class, cafeteria trays, and many other things, it starts to make sense. There are plenty of germs on the average college campus, and with your eyes, nose, and mouth being some of the most sensitive places on your body, that could mean trouble. 3) DON’T SMOKE! That doesn’t come as a shock to most students when talking about health. However the smoke from cigarettes can block your airways within your system and cause those nasty flu and cold germs to come in and start working. 4) USE DISPOSABLE ITEMS! That’s right, folks. Although we are trying to live in a green world, paper towels could be what saves you from a cold or flu. This prevents accidental spread of those unwanted germs. 5) KEEP SURFACES CLEAN! Whether it be a dorm room or a household kitchen, keep it clean. This is an obvious precaution to take during any season. However, when in close quarters with...
