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So proud of our own Liza Corso!! 💜💜 Well done, Liza!!

Liza Corso is officially a TWO-TIME Paralympic medalist. 🙌

It’s 𝑵𝑨𝑻𝑰𝑶𝑵𝑨𝑳 𝑪𝑶𝑳𝑳𝑬𝑮𝑬 𝑪𝑶𝑳𝑶𝑹𝑺 𝑫𝑨𝒀! 💛💜

Tag us in your purple and gold today to rep that Lipscomb spirit 🤘

Lanier Center for Archaelogy students uncovered 'historic discoveries' in Israel's Tel Burna excavation with monumental buildings and a rare Canaanite cult complex, offering a glimpse into religious practices over 3,000 years old.

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Lanier Center students, faculty make 'historic discoveries' in Israel's Tel Burna excavation In a breakthrough that reveals new insights into ancient Canaanite societies, students and faculty in Lipscomb University's Lanier Center for Archaeology have significantly contributed to key discoveries at Israel’s Tel Burna this summer.

Jason Rogers (IDEAL ’18) advocates for those with disabilities through his home, jobs and community activism. His zeal, excellent work ethic and leadership skills in advocating for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities won him a national leadership award.

Rogers was the first individual with an intellectual disability to secure an internship in the Governor’s Office during Gov. Bill Haslam’s administration, while he was still in college. He has gone on to work with Special Olympics International’s collaborative research project with Harvard University, selected as a speaker at conventions and works part time at Chattanooga Christian School preparing others with life skills.

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IDEAL graduate wins national leadership award Whether it’s presenting to a board of directors or reading to kindergartners, developing lessons on workplace skills or analyzing Harvard research, Jason Rogers, a 2018 graduate of Lipscomb’s IDEAL (Igniting the Dream of Education and Access) program, can tackle the job with enthusiasm and dedic...

"Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable- if anything is excellent or praiseworthy- think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me- put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you." - Philippians 4:8-9

Ringing in its 26th academic year, the Allen Bell Tower is a cherished staple and sound on campus.

Hear from Donna King, carillonist and associate music professor, and Lipscomb students about this iconic structure.

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Lipscomb University continues cherishing the carillon atop Allen Bell Tower Is there something from the first week of school that still sticks with you? For me, I remember late August mornings during my undergraduate years.

Lipscomb librarians Jan Cohu and Michaela Rutledge approached the university’s chemistry department to test brilliantly colored 19th- and early-20th-century fabric-covered books from the school’s Beaman Library using best practices outlined by the national Poison Book Project.

This research was presented at the American Chemical Society (ACS) this past week. Read more about their findings below.

Evidence stacks up for poisonous books containing toxic dyes - American Chemical Society Some Victorian books were dyed with toxic pigments. The latest research on these “poison books” used a technique not previously applied to books to assess a university collection, and the researchers found some volumes had possibly unsafe levels.

A little sneak peek at the renderings of our new student pavilion breaking ground this fall. This open air structure will provide a gathering space for students, classes and campus memories to be made .

The pavilion will be located between Fanning and Collins Auditorium.

Who's excited? 👀 👋

The President’s Convocation gathered all university and academy students, faculty, and staff to officially begin the academic year.

It’s a special time when the Lipscomb community can worship, encourage and speak into each other as we head into the rest of the semester!

For the second consecutive year, a record breaking freshman class joins the Herd and starts the academic year today!

Lipscomb University sets freshman enrollment record for second consecutive year As fall semester classes begin today, Lipscomb University has achieved a significant milestone: the largest incoming class of new freshmen in the university's history. For the second consecutive year, Lipscomb surpassed its previous first-time freshman record.

As students start their academic year, it's a Lipscomb tradition to start the new school year in prayer.

For 24 consecutive hours, people will be praying for every student, faculty member and staff member by name. Everyone is encouraged to participate at any time and as often as you can!

They will also be praying for your specific requests through the form below.

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WELCOME HOME BISONS🤘

The freshman class spent the week connecting with their new city, department faculty, fellow classmates and our incredible quest team!

Students worked across Nashville for Service Day, had a blast at Fanta Fest, took part of traditions like Running of the Bisons and so much more.

💜 It’s going to be a great semester with this Herd on campus!

"There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens." - Ecclesiastes 3:1

Quest Week is underway and what a time it's been!

Students and their loved ones gathered for dinner and a special time of worship on Tuesday night. Quest Team's The Morning Show kicked off in Collins bringing our newest class together as they plug into campus through activities like the resource fair, Transfer Takeover, Wednesday Nights We Eat, and Neon Skate Night! 💜 ☀️ 🛼

New Bison Herd just unpacked and is moved in to campus! 💜 💛

Pam and Phil Pfeffer have been announced the 2024 Entrepreneurs’ Hall of Fame inductees by The Nashville Entrepreneur Center. The Pfeffers and the other inductees will celebrated at the NEXT Awards on Oct. 21 at the Schermerhorn Symphony Center.

In 2019, Lipscomb's Graduate Business was named the Pfeffer Graduate School of Business in their honor.

Entrepreneurs' Hall of Fame: Pam and Phil Pfeffer Couple for which Lipscomb graduate business school is named has founded multiple companies

Some scripture for your Sunday to kick off Move-In!

"So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness." - Colossians 2:6-7

Students new and old greeted with welcome activities, renovated facilities, new dining options and back-to-school traditions as Monday kicks off the beginning of the semester on campus.

Campus comes alive Aug. 12 for the 2024-25 school year Lipscomb’s campus is about to kick into high gear with move-in day for new students arriving Aug. 12 and a wealth of student orientation activities, beginning-of-the-school-year traditions and annual get-togethers following close on its heels. Traditionally hundreds of local and campus volunteers ...

Lifelong Learning kicks off August 22nd! Hear about the upcoming semester classes and meet professors before classes start on Sept 3.

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When Nashville's premier cultural organizations begin to hatch a new idea for their next production, often an expert from Lipscomb University's George Shinn College of Entertainment and the Arts will be called upon.

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Delving into the classics to create contemporary Nashville may have earned its “Music City” moniker due to the rise of Country music, but there’s no doubt that the South’s “It City” also has a thriving arts scene, from classical music to contemporary art, from opera to children’s theater.

"Show me Your ways, LORD, teach me Your paths. Guide me in Your truth and teach me, for You are God my Savior, and my hope is in You all day long." - Psalm 25:4-5

Meet Annabelle Skidmore ('23) and Lila Mae Skidmore, junior, the brains behind Granola’d!

Inspired by Anna Belle, who is required to eat a gluten-free diet, was needing something to eat that was gluten-free that would help fuel her for an active running lifestyle that also tasted good. Together, the sisters launched their business, Granola’d, in June 2021.

As the pair began selling homemade gluten-free granola, they have won numerous competitions with their business model. Most recently placing top 10 position at the highly competitive Texas Christian University Neeley School of Business Values and Ventures® Competition event this spring.
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The future is coming up granola for Skidmore sisters Posted Aug. 8, 2023 Lipscomb alumni’s success in the world of food looks like it isn’t stopping anytime soon. Today’s generation of Lipscomb students are just as eager to launch companies selling food, coffee or treats.

Provost Jennifer Shewmaker debuts guide on navigating media messages for families with children in late elementary school grades through early high school years.

Shewmaker offers blueprint for families to navigate media messages in newly released book for parents and families In today’s digital age, media messages bombard us from every direction. These messages can be powerful in shaping perspectives of ourselves and the world around us. And they can have an even more profound impact on children.

"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart." - Jeremiah 29:11-13

Just something special about campus in the summertime ☀️💜

Today we announce the establishment of the Bill and Crissy Haslam Endowed Distinguished Visiting Professor of Faith and Reason gifted by the Bill and Crissy Haslam Foundation.

This new professorship is a testament to the legacy of former Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam and his wife, Crissy, recognizing their influential leadership shaped by faith and reason.

A national search for the Haslam Distinguished Professor is underway.

Bill and Crissy Haslam Foundation establishes endowed professorship of faith and reason at Lipscomb University Lipscomb University announced today the establishment of the Bill and Crissy Haslam Endowed Distinguished Visiting Professor of Faith and Reason, thanks to a generous gift from the Bill and Crissy Haslam Foundation. This new professorship is a testament to the legacy of former Tennessee Governor Bil...

“Jesus replied, ‘What is impossible with man is possible with God.'” - Luke 18:27

This week, 82 high achieving rising high school seniors spent 8 days on campus learning from skilled faculty members in different departments through our Summer Scholars program. They completed college credit work in their chosen field and got to explore on and off campus opportunities that Lipscomb and Nashville has to offer!

☀️ Oh, those Lipscomb summer nights!

Big thanks to the Lipscomb University Alumni Association and the Nashville Sounds team for a great evening!

Let's do it again next year!