Full Moon Festival raises $5,000 with night of fun

Full Moon Festival raises $5,000 with night of fun

While students sang and cheered during the Full Moon Festival, Delta Omega and Theta Psi raised almost $5,000 for charity. There were more than 15 musical sets with a variety of artists and genres during the annual celebration of songs, dancing and community. “Riley Moore in Phi Sigma was my favorite! She’s in my social club… I love when she sings, and it is so fun to support the girls!” said Allison Parks, a sophomore education major of the March 8 event. Some Full Moon Festival crowd favorites were covers by artists such as Tyler Childers, Kenny Chesney and Taylor Swift. “The country set was probably my favorite- some people were getting rowdy to those songs.” said Levi Bennett, a drummer at the show and commercial production major. When one band played “Sparks Fly” by Taylor Swift, the crowd’s energy swelled. There were also acoustic sets played by individual artists. “It was just her and her guitar,” said Parks of Moore’s performance. “It was so fun and groovy!” Mallory Nunley, a Delta Omega member, said, “Although it was free for the first 250 students, we sold T-shirts, stickers, and took donations to raise the $5,000,” Delta Omega’s Mallory Nunley said. “We are so thankful for all the students who supported us in our cause.” In between the fun of live music and free food, Delta Omega announced that the $5,000 they made will go directly to support YES (Youth Encouragement Services). This Church of Christ non-profit serves the academic, physical fitness, social and spiritual needs of Nashville’s under-served...
Lipscomb Theatre Department presents ‘When She Had Wings’

Lipscomb Theatre Department presents ‘When She Had Wings’

“When She Had Wings,” staged by the Department of Theatre Feb. 4-13, follows a 9-year-old named B, who believes that when she was younger she could fly, and she spends the story trying to remember. The play by Susan Zeder is specifically written for a younger audience, and parents are encouraged to bring their children.  Bakari King is an adjunct professor and College of Entertainment and the Arts board member who directs this production, his first at Lipscomb. King first began his involvement in the theatre department as an ensemble member in the school’s 2013 production of “Ragtime.”  King said he was steered toward Lipscomb. “I was teaching around Nashville and I had a connection with a great friend who said you need to be at Lipscomb,” King said He said he was drawn to this play, because he believes this story helps connect children and adults with their inner playfulness. He goes on to say that people should have things in this world that help them create and pretend and that he hopes this show inspires that in people. Caylin Maguire, a junior acting major from Nashville, is in the title role of the play being staged at Shamblin. She said one of her favorite things about this show is being able to invite a younger audience to a live theater experience, noting that it was her own theater experience as a child that inspired her to become a performer.  “The story is about finding yourself and overcoming hurdles. Especially nowadays, I think that’s a really important message to people of all ages.” While the production teams are...
Breaking: Indoor mask mandate extended until January 31

Breaking: Indoor mask mandate extended until January 31

The indoor mask mandate on campus has been extended until January 31. Lipscomb students were informed of the news via an email sent out Thursday Afternoon by Dr. Matt Paden, executive vice president. “This week we have experienced the highest positivity rate in our community over the last 18 months due to a spike in cases as a result of the presence of the omicron variant as well as a significant number of cases of the flu among students,” said Paden in the email to students. According to the Campus COVID Statistics, the number of positive COVID Tests increased tremendously this week. More than 40 positive tests occurred on January 18. “As we continue to do what we can to minimize the impact of the virus and its variants in our community, the indoor mask mandate is extended through Monday, Jan. 31.” Students, faculty, staff, and guests are expected to wear masks throughout all university buildings, regardless of vaccination status. “We will continue to monitor the situation and adjust as appropriate,” Paden assured students in the email “We are hopeful that we are about to reach a plateau and that we will soon be on the downside of this spike.”  Photo by Cora...
Dr. Jan Harris releases poetry book on life, love and the end of the world

Dr. Jan Harris releases poetry book on life, love and the end of the world

Lipscomb’s very own associate professor, Dr. Jan Harris, released a book of poetry last fall titled “Isolating One’s Priority in a Time of Crisis“. With themes of love in the time of disaster, Harris’s free-verse poetry book covers the subject of life after the end of the world. That made me curious to see who Dr. Harris was and what her process was to create such art and where inspiration comes from.  “I think for me inspiration comes in a lot of ways,” Dr. Harris said. “It’s really language. I start with a phrase or maybe an image that I want to return to and try to form words around it. Thinking about a topic and idea and trying to find an image that allows the expression of that in a way that creates space for a lot of people to engage.” Harris stresses the importance of making sure the poem was able to let the audiences’ experiences find the emotional center of the poem no matter what their experience was. Dr. Harris said, “That’s where it’s different than fiction since you need to give it an emotional resonance with your audience.” Dr. Harris has been writing most of her life. When she was an undergrad there wasn’t a creative writing program, but she did participate in the school magazine in which she published some poetry. Though she graduated grad school with an unrelated degree, she always felt drawn back to writing and poetry.  “Like most people who are writers, I kept trying to do things more practical,” Dr. Harris said, before telling me she went back into writing...
Red carpet kicks off 52nd Dove Awards

Red carpet kicks off 52nd Dove Awards

Before the 52nd annual Dove Awards began Tuesday night, performers and nominees arrived at Lipscomb’s own McQuiddy Gym.  The artists arrived with their guests, wearing their best attire, as hundreds of students and other onlookers gathered to watch. After checking in, the artists were guided inside McQuiddy to the red carpet.  Cameras flashed and questions were directed to artists such as LeCrae, Lauren Daigle and for KING & COUNTRY.  Zach Williams brought along his two children, and Jenn Johnson, a lead singer of Bethel, made an appearance in a stunning green dress.  Another fashion standouts were Pastor Mike Jr. in a satin teal suit. He is known for his music with hits such as “I Got It” and his passionate sermons. He talked about his emotions that came up from being back on a college campus.  “I just feel like a college kid all over again,” Pastor Mike said. “I’m excited to be here.” His advice to Lipscomb students: “Take advantage of college and begin to grow your gift and become how God calls you to be.” In an interview with Ellie Holcomb and two other members from the recent Faithful project, it was referred to as “a memorable evening.” Holcomb shared her excitement for the 12-song collaboration album made to address how God speaks to women.  A real surprise on the carpet was an appearance from Miss Tennessee, Tally Bevis. She wore a sparkling champagne-colored dress and the classic crown and sash for her title.  “Celebrating 100 years of Miss America, 52 years of the Dove Awards — it’s a really exciting evening,” Bevis said.  As many other...