The Helms School of Government welcomed Kirk Cox, former speaker of the Virginia House of Delegates, to campus to speak to students about his experience in politics and public service on Thursday, Oct. 22. Cox has served in the Virginia House of Delegates since 1990 and shows interest in running for Virginia Governor in 2021. He visited three different Helms […]
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A new chapter of College YoungLife looks to find its home on Liberty University’s campus during the spring semester. Established in 1941, YoungLife is a Christian ministry dedicated to equipping college students to act as missionaries in communities of unreached adolescents. “Most of our volunteer leaders are Liberty students,” YoungLife Central Virginia Area Director Allen Miller said. “We have around […]
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Downtown record shop Speakertree has been a hotspot for fans of rock-and-roll and retro music since its establishment in 2008. Speakertree announced via Facebook the shop’s last day of business will be Sunday, Nov. 8. The shop has hosted parties and concerts during its run, including bands such as Phangs, 90’s KIDS and Vacation Manor last Halloween. Some artists, including […]
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Best-selling author and influencer Jordan Lee Dooley shared what it means to be a successful entrepreneur in front of an estimated 300 Liberty students gathered at the School of Business. In addition to her extensive online following, the 26-year-old is also a well-known blogger, public speaker, author, small business owner and host of the SHE podcast. Dooley made a name […]
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Students see the semester nearing the end with the presence of the Christmas tree on main campus. Before students leave for Thanksgiving break, Liberty plans to offer students a few virtual Christmas events. Clayton Copper, Student Activities Special Event coordinator, explained that there are three main events students can look forward to this coming season: Christmas in Lights, Coffeehouse: Winter […]
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Two weeks ago, as I sat around in the Champion office, waiting for our sports pages to head to the printer, I did what any college student (and sports nerd) would do – wasted time on something incredibly unproductive. Basically, I made official standings for our Liberty football predictions, mathematical calculations and all. If you are reading this page, you […]
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The college football landscape is changing – and Liberty is looking to change with it. Enter Soar – Liberty’s latest athletics initiative. Athletic Director Ian McCaw announced Wednesday in a press conference that in conjunction with the upcoming NCAA name, image and likeness (NIL) legislation that is being drafted, Liberty created Soar, a program designed to help educate athletes on […]
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Leaves covered the ground and autumn colors brightened the mountains of central Virginia as the month of October rolled to a close, but one major component of a traditional fall season remained missing: high school football. “It’s crazy,” Heritage High School Head Coach Brad Bradley said. “Right now, the weather … this is football season, man. We should be in […]
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Liberty football’s success in 2019 was a privilege to behold. In their first year of FBS bowl eligibility, the Flames went 8-5 and secured a 23-16 Cure Bowl win over Georgia Southern. The season was filled with special moments, new program records and a draft class that saw star wide receiver Antonio Gandy-Golden get drafted in the fourth round by […]
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In the midst of preparing for an uncertain spring season, the rock climbing team faces a unique challenge – integrating a bevy of walk-on recruits into an intense training regimen in the midst of COVID-19. Senior and team captain Steven Cornford said he relished the interest in the team growing across campus. Head Coach Elliot Gaunt expressed his excitement about […]
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Given the uncertainty of 2020, it can be hard to predict or even prepare for the future. But when it comes to coaching the Liberty swimming and diving team, Head Coach Jake Shellenberger doesn’t see need for major change. “The short answer is no,” Shellenberger said in a video call when asked if he was taking any new angles to […]
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William Byron had a solid night at Martinsville Speedway until a late wreck left him with nothing to show for his efforts. The penultimate race of the NASCAR Cup Series season produced a 35th-place finish for the LUO racer. Stage one began the night promising enough. Byron started in 13th, but slowly worked his way up throughout stage one. He […]
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From earning MVP of a British professional league championship to working as the director of marketing for the Chris Paul Basketball Academy, the experience Jazmine Charles has accumulated on and off the court makes her a valuable asset to the Liberty women’s basketball team, as she steps into the role of coordinator of digital services. Charles, who also serves as […]
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An explosion of beats and rhymes rocked the LaHaye Event Space at the Student Activities Concert Tuesday, Oct. 27. Student artist Alpha Patron and men’s basketball player Tytist Dean both performed energizing sets, showcasing their talents for fellow students. Sophomore from Seattle, Washington, Patron radiated excitement, and was ready to perform. Typically, many artists just sing along to a track. […]
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On stage, colored lights reflected off of shiny saxophones, trumpets and drum snares as bundled up students crowded the Montview lawn Friday evening. Jazz music echoed throughout campus, drawing students out of their dorms and transporting them into the likes of a 1920s Jazz club. “Jazz music makes the rest of the world just disappear. You forget all about it,” […]
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