Instead of returning home after finals last semester, nine students led by Helms School of Government professor Scott Roenicke traveled thousands of miles north to Lithuania in the Baltic region of Europe. The group was overseas Dec. 12-16 to present a topic critical to NATO defense in the country’s capital city of Vilnius. The Liberty University Analytical Support Initiative […]
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White stage lights, LED snowflakes and melodious string music fill the stage as a host of ballet dancers magnify their Maker and King through the beauty of dance. Dancing for the Lord is the mission of the Liberty University dance group Divine Call Dance. Divine Call Dance exists for the purpose of exalting Jesus Christ through dance, encouraging fellow team […]
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As the winter air blankets the city of Lynchburg, the students of Liberty University flock by the myriads for frosty festivities. Snowballs propel through the air as the sounds of laughter echo around campus. From the exhilaration of sledding down Snowflex slopes to the cozy warmth of local bookstores, there’s an abundance of winter activities to be enjoyed. Before the […]
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College can be hard, but students don’t have to navigate the world of academia alone. They can follow a well-worn path up to a door in DeMoss Hall. This door is the entryway to the College of Applied Studies and Academic Success. CASAS was founded in 2005 under a different name, but it has grown and changed over the years […]
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With a trailer full of costumes and a bus full of students, the King’s Players Drama Ministry has always been on its way to share powerful performances that present the gospel to a multitude of audiences. The ministry team allows students of all majors to participate in different productions and travel up and down the East Coast, sharing the Good […]
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Ralph Waldo Emerson once said, “It’s not about the destination, it’s about the journey.” Liberty University’s theatre arts department is performing “Leaving Iowa,” a comedy that encapsulates this idea about life’s journey, the thrill of family road trips and the heart of nostalgia. As the play reflects upon the past and the memories associated with it, audience members embark on […]
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If you visited the Bedford Farmers Market this past summer or fall, you might have come across Michaela Buteau, a graduate of Liberty University. Buteau is the owner of Auntie M’s Bakery, which specializes in not only delicious baked goods, but also gluten-free and dairy-free sweets. From custom cakes to scones and doughnuts, Auntie M’s Bakery offers a diverse range […]
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From window-shopping to the living room, the Lynchburg Museum transports guests to a mid-20th-century-styled living room in its Christmas mini-exhibit, displaying iconic vintage presents from popular Lynchburg department stores. After stepping through the museum’s main doors, guests see festive toys, books and era-appropriate products arranged around a historically recreated family living room during the Christmas season. Most of the items […]
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It has been quite the journey, and now here we are at my final column. This month is all about tears and goodbyes for me. I’m not only leaving this column, but a work family and my college career. This time next year, I really hope I will have a well-paying full-time job where I will be using my history […]
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In a festive collaboration, Liberty University students are presented with a new CSER opportunity through joining Lynchburg City Schools’ “ALL In Tutoring” initiative, where they’ll unwrap the gift of reading for elementary students in Lynchburg. As of this fall, Liberty has partnered with Lynchburg City Schools to help with the implementation of the “ALL In Tutoring” initiative, which was created […]
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Every weekday at 6 a.m., a dedicated group of students assembles in DeMoss to fervently pray for Liberty University and other subjects they believe the Lord has placed on their hearts, whether globally or within the local Lynchburg community. Last fall, Bennett Newman, a graduate of the Discipleship Training Program within Youth with a Mission, sensed a divine calling to […]
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Crisp November air mingled with exhaust and the scent of burning rubber as Kevin Helmick tore down the drag strip at more than 200 mph, breaking a world record. As of Nov. 4, Helmick, a digital media and journalism major, now owns the fastest Dodge Challenger Hellcat in the world, called GRMPYCAT. Helmick competed in the 27th annual Haltech World […]
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To celebrate the upcoming holiday, Thanksgiving, the Reber-Thomas Dining Center will be hosting Friendsgiving Nov. 14 from 5-8 p.m. Traditional Thanksgiving foods will be served, including turkey, glazed ham, mashed potatoes, herbed stuffing, green beans and sweet potato casserole for dinner. For dessert, the Bake Shop will be serving an assortment of pies and other treats. According to Shelby Burton, […]
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Liberty University’s School of Music hosted its annual Worship Lifestyle Competition during College for a Weekend (CFAW) from Sept. 21-22. The competition was created in partnership with the Recruitment office to encourage prospective students to express their lifestyle of worship through speaking, writting and musical talents. The competition also served to introduce students to the School of Music and Liberty […]
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Hands-on cultural immersion, unforgettable homestays and valuable internship opportunities are just some of the ways in which the Liberty University Spanish Institute (LUSI) has been equipping students with the mission of spreading the gospel to all tribes and nations for the past 23 years. The primary organizer and director of LUSI’s upcoming summer 2024 trip is Professor James Grant, an […]
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