Second wave of winter weather to hit Nashville Thursday morning

by | Mar 4, 2015 | News Slider

Nashville is predicted to have another wave of winter weather hit after temperatures plummeted this afternoon. TV meteorologists are predicting the rain to turn into a wintry mix, falling around 11 p.m. with an 80 percent chance of snow to follow in the early morning. Davidson County has been issued a Winter Storm Warning that began at 6 p.m. and will be in effect until noon Thursday. Two to five inches of snow are expected until the the accumulations come to a halt at 9 a.m. tomorrow. This second slap of ice and snow may look a little like Lipscomb did two weeks ago, as the temperatures are predicted to remain below freezing until mid-day...

Possible flooding to follow snow, ice

by | Feb 20, 2015 | News Slider

Snow and freezing rain fell on campus Friday after a dangerous week of winter weather in Nashville, causing class cancellations and activity interruptions for Lipscomb. The snow and freezing rain that fell on Friday afternoon will be transitioning into potential rain on Saturday. As temperatures rise early Saturday, TV meteorologists are predicting heavy periods of rain throughout the afternoon. The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch Saturday morning through Sunday morning, replacing the Ice Storm Warning that expires at 9 a.m. Saturday. But as the temperatures drop Saturday night, there is a possibility for more freezing rain. By Sunday, the temperature will be just above freezing with a 20 percent chance of rain. But Sunday night Nashville may receive another wave of winter weather, as there is a slight chance of snow. Photo gallery by Erin...

Lipscomb’s Office of Security and Safety offers tips for a safe winter

by | Jan 22, 2014 | News Slider

In the midst of Nashville’s unusually cold winter, Lipscomb Assistant Director of Campus Security Patrick Cameron stressed the need for preparation during times of cold weather.  Here are a few tips to help yourself during these cold months. “Dress warmly in layers,” Cameron said. This included head and ear protection and gloves. “Check the weather forecast. Be aware of what’s going on.” He mentioned that knowing what the forecast will be before you go outside can help you make attire decisions and be better prepared for possible bad weather. “Limit your exposure [to the cold weather],” Cameron said. “Stay inside as much as possible.” When it comes to driving, Cameron encouraged students to “always allow extra time for travel. In the winter months, you may need to let your vehicle warm up more.” Not only will it be a warmer ride to school if you commute, but it is better for the vehicle to warm the engine. He also said to keep an extra jacket or blanket in your car in case of emergency. Cameron stressed the need to be careful of black ice when driving. Black ice is ice that blends into the asphalt on the road and can be hazardous to drivers. Because of this and other winter weather, Cameron encourages students to “drive slower that you normally would.” He also said to inform others of your plan for safety’s sake. If anything happens in the bad weather, there will people who know where you’re supposed to be and when. Because night falls faster this time of year, Cameron encouraged those who travel on campus at night to use...

Saturday classes, exams still on as winter weather heads towards Nashville

by | Dec 6, 2013 | News Slider

By Bridgette Begle, Brianne Welch and Cory Woodroof Students with Saturday classes or exams should prepare for tomorrow’s lectures and tests, as Lipscomb University is continuing business as normal. In an email sent to the student body, Assistant Vice President of Communication and Marketing Kim Chaudoin wrote that, as the university continues to watch the weekend’s weather reports, all Saturday events will continue as planned. “As you may be aware, winter weather —  including ice and freezing rain — has affected areas in the western part of Tennessee,” Chaudoin wrote. “We continue to monitor the weather patterns as it relates to the Nashville area. “The latest update from the Nashville bureau of the National Weather Service is that we can expect rain and temperatures in the mid 30s through early evening. Tonight a mixture of rain and sleet is possible and will move out around midnight, with lows dropping into the mid-20s. Saturday will be cloudy with lows in the mid-30s with the possibility of rain. “As a result of this updated weather forecast, university offices, classes, exams and other events will operate on a normal schedule. Students and employees are expected to follow their normal schedules and routines.” A winter weather advisory has been issued for Davidson County from 4 p.m. Friday until midnight. Chaudoin notes that in the event of inclement weather, the university will follow the schedule disruption policy. The university also has a plan in case of an emergency, campus-wide power outage. “The safety of our students is our top priority,” Chaudoin wrote. “We have an emergency plan in place that we continually refine and practice to...