by Aaron Schmelzer | Dec 14, 2014 | News Slider
A new class of alumni took the first step into the next phase of their lives this Saturday in Allen Arena. Over 200 students graduated, including doctoral students, masters students and undergraduate students. Lipscomb president Randy Lowry spoke at the ceremony, sharing his hopes for each graduate’s future. “It’s your job to out into the world and take the sense of confidence and take the sense of character that has been developed here, and literally go change the world,” said Lowry. Lowry also spoke about the community Lipscomb alumni are a part of. Even now that they have graduated, Lowry hopes they will be a part of future projects. “We want you to realize that you will always be a part of the Bison herd,” said Lowry. Concluding the ceremony, Lipscomb’s alma mater was performed by Christon Carney, a member of the graduating class. A few Lumination staff members received their diplomas, including Kage Sanderson, Travis Byrd and former editors-in-cheif, Logan Butts and Cory Woodroof. Woodroof served as editor-in-chief for a year and a half, then passed the torch to Butts, who served from summer 2014 up until his graduation in December...
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...
by Janice Ng | Oct 28, 2014 | News Slider, Sports
On this week’s Lumination News, Madeline Smith and Travis Byrd are behind the news desk to update you on all things Lipscomb. Carly Bergthold gives updates on Ukraine’s natural gas problems in World News, Erika Thornsberry gives the scoop on all things entertainment, Cory Woodroof gives the weather forecast and Gemikal Prude brings you up to speed with Lady Bison Volleyball’s big win in Sports. This week’s newscast features a look at Amendment 2, a gubernatorial amendment that Tennesseans are voting on. If you were wondering why the water in six main buildings on campus was shut off on Tuesday, reporter Carly Bergthold provides answers. The Bison was recently painted with a colorful rainbow. Lumination reporter Erika Thornsberry provides answers on the meaning behind the paint. Stay tuned for next week’s show where we will keep you updated on the most recent happenings at Lipscomb University and Nashville. Do you have story ideas? An event you want us to cover? Email our News Director at...
by Janice Ng | Oct 3, 2014 | News Slider
It’s the first week of October, and Gemikal Prude and Brianne Welch are behind the anchor’s desk, bringing you the latest national and local news. In Alabama, universities’ campus security have been getting surplus military equipment. Lumination’s Madeline Smith finds out why the universities are able to receive this equipment, and how Lipscomb is affected. Reports have also shown that public school student homelessness around the nation has risen for the past school year. Reporter Travis Byrd brings the issue closer to home, finding out how Nashville public schools are responding to the reports. The Gospel Music Association’s Dove Awards are coming back to Lipscomb’s Allen Arena for the second year. We show you who and what to expect for the ceremony. Here at Lipscomb, the new College of Entertainment and the Arts has students interested. Cory Woodroof gives you a look at what the college will encompass. By now you’ve probably heard of Destiny, the fantasy video game that has gamers hooked. Gemikal Prude does some digging to see what the appeal is for students. A new documentary, “In Plain Sight,” has been released. The film, which brings to light the issue of human trafficking, hits close to home, with Nashville being one the cities mentioned. Lumination’s Carly Bergthold tells more about how Nashville is affected, and gives tips on how you can better avoid becoming a victim. Erika Thornsberry gives world news headlines, Travis Byrd brings you the weather, Sarah McGee keeps you hooked on all things entertainment, and Jesica Parsley provides updates on Lipscomb sports and postseason baseball. Do you have story ideas? An event you...
by Janice Ng | Sep 26, 2014 | News Slider
On this week’s Lumination News, Carly Bergthold and Travis Byrd are behind the news desk to update you about what is happening on campus and in the local community. Sarah McGee gives updates on the airstrikes in Syria in World News, Madeline Smith gives the scoop on a possible Lizzie McGuire reunion in Entertainment, Cory Woodroof gives you the weather forecast and Katie Bianchini brings you up to speed with Lady Bison Soccer’s big win and SEC updates in Sports. This week’s newscast features a look at the Morality in Media conference hosted on campus recently, where students and media professionals came together to share their views on hot topics in the media. Reporter Travis Byrd also tells you about the 150th anniversary of a significant event, the Battle of Nashville. We also show you a new way to serve the Lipscomb community and connect with staff members, with the Teaching English Learners Volunteer Program on campus. Stay tuned for next week’s show where we will keep you updated on the most recent happenings at Lipscomb University and Nashville. LUmination Newscast 9-25-2014-H.264 for Apple TV from lumination Network on Vimeo. Do you have story ideas? An event you want us to cover? Email our News Director at...
