Arlie Akers
Arlie is a sophomore English and International Relations double major. An aspiring journalist, she is passionate about telling stories that foster connection. She loves running, traveling, reading, and Indy, her golden retriever.
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Lipscomb volleyball wins conference match, eyes ASUN tournament
Lipscomb volleyball scored an important conference win on Sept. 26. The team swept the University of West Virginia, beating the Wolves in just three sets. After trading a few back-and-forth points, Lipscomb remained in the lead for most of set one. The team settled into a rhythm, communicating on the court, and cheering and chanting from the bench. An ace by junior outside hitter Ella Durham helped the Bisons win the first set 25-17. The second set was closer, with six lead changes between the Bisons and Wolves. West Virginia used multiple timeouts, but Lipscomb didn’t let it stop their momentum. Courtney Jones, the team’s senior outside hitter, led her…
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ASA hosts Afrobeats Invasion
The African Students Association is determined to bring good vibes to Lipscomb’s campus. Last night from 6-8, African Student Association (ASA) members invited their peers to join them for Afrobeats music, food and fun. “We want to invade campus with good vibes, good energy and show everyone a good time,” said Ayub Ali, ASA’s president. ASA’s Afrobeats Invasion was part of Lipscomb’s Welcome to Our World (WOW) week. During this annual tradition, the Office of Intercultural Development collaborates with student organizations to showcase Lipscomb’s diverse student body. Afrobeats is just one of ASA’s many on-campus events highlighting African culture. “Our whole mission statement is to educate Lipscomb students on the…
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“The Process” showcases Music City fashion scene
Last night, Lipscomb’s Fashion Department revealed their newest exhibition. “The Process: A Journey Through Nashville Fashion” highlights local brands and designers, who worked with Lipscomb students to create a one-of-a-kind exhibit in the Beaman Library. Seven designers and makers are featured alongside Lipscomb students, showcasing work that ranges from artisanal jewelry to knitwear. They were each paired with a fashion student to organize and install their display. Avry Earnshaw, a sophomore fashion design major, was chosen to work with Jenn Ward and the Tractor Supply Company brand. Their exhibit featured the new Tractor Supply Company x Molly Yeh collaboration. Earnshaw was wearing a pair of overalls from the collection, which…
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School of Music hosts Immersion Day for high school musicians
Lipscomb’s School of Music hosted its fourth annual Immersion Day the first Monday of October. This day-long event let high school students from all over the country experience a “day in the life” of a Lipscomb music major. They sat in on classes, attended group sessions and hung out with current music students during a Q&A panel. “It’s a casual way to hang out with some of our current students and faculty. And they get to ask them a lot of big questions too,” said Natalie Kirkham, a School of Music administrative assistant and a lead organizer of Immersion Day. “It really helps students to picture themselves here.” For Camille…
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Delta Sigma continues Lipscomb’s social club traditions
This year, Delta Sigma is participating in its first New Member Orientation (NMO) week since 2019. First established in 1967, Delta Sigma was reintroduced last spring. Like all of Lipscomb’s social clubs, it welcomes new members with a week of orientation activities. But during the club’s reintroduction, founding members had a chance to reconsider their NMO traditions. Instead of continuing the same activities, Delta Sigma had the opportunity to redesign. They spent months planning for their first rush cycle. Their process provided a window into the “why” behind Lipscomb’s social clubs’ traditions. Delta Sigma president Anna Wren Rogers offered insight into the purpose of NMO week. “Social clubs are created…
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Bid Night, best night: Lipscomb’s social clubs continue to grow
Lipscomb’s Student Center was a little busier than usual on Friday night. After a month of rush events, almost eighty students lined up to receive an envelope holding their bid. The air was thick with excitement as the new members waited for an invitation to join one of Lipscomb’s twelve social clubs. “It’s a mix of nerves and excitement, but mostly, I just feel really grateful to get to be a part of it,” said sophomore Madilyn Muse. “It feels like the beginning of a new chapter.” Lipscomb has both a fall and spring rush season. While spring is usually for freshmen, fall rush is exclusively for transfer and returning…
