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2026 and then: London program celebrates 25 years of transforming students into global citizens
This year marks the silver anniversary of Lipscomb’s Global Learning program in London, which has transformed over time since its beginnings in 2001 as an eight-week summer internship program. “Students learn to get over being a tourist and become truly global citizens,” said Matt Hearn, a professor who has been a faculty leader for six years. The program started small, offering only post-graduation summer trips focused on international internships. Over time, student interest in the program grew. In 2014, Lipscomb launched its first full fall semester in London. After experimenting with both fall and spring offerings for two years, the university made it a permanent fall program in 2016. The…
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2026 and then: Men’s basketball celebrates 40th anniversary of 1986 NAIA championship
Players of Lipscomb’s 1986 championship team were honored Feb. 7, 2026, during a Lipscomb men’s basketball game at Allen Arena, marking 40 years since the program’s only national title. The team from David Lipscomb College won the NAIA Men’s Basketball Championship on March 18, 1986, defeating Arkansas-Monticello 67-54 at Kemper Arena in Kansas City, Missouri. Led by Coach Don Meyer, the Bisons finished with a 35-4 overall record. Senior John Kimbrell was named the tournament’s most valuable player, scoring a total of 22 points. The season was filled with milestones. The Bisons opened with 18 consecutive wins – a school record at the time – and became the program’s first…
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2026 and then: 35 years later, ‘Doug’ creator reflects on Lipscomb’s creative influence
The iconic cartoon “Doug”, created by Jim Jinkins, premiered on Nickelodeon 35 years ago. Jim Jinkins was a 1975 graduate of David Lipscomb College with a double major in speech and art.He was known on campus as “Bison Man” and even won the title of Bachelor of Ugliness his senior year. During his time at Lipscomb, Jinkins was a cartoonist for The Babbler, the student-run newspaper, and he was a member of the social club Sigma Chi Delta. He was named the Alumnus ofthe Year in 1999. Although David Lipscomb College didn’t offer an animation major when he attended, Jinkinswas still able to showcase his talent. He worked on an…
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Curtains up: How Singarama keeps Lipscomb’s spirit center stage
The stage lights glow inside Collins Alumni Auditorium and, for a moment, the crowd falls quiet. Then the music hits. Voices rise, choreographed steps land in rhythm and sequined costumes flash under the lights. Backstage, performer Gracie Acht grips her teammate’s hands before rushing onstage. “It’s the one night where everything you’ve worked for all semester comes to life,” said Acht, a freshman exercise science major from Jacksonville, Florida. “You’re exhausted, you’re nervous, but nothing beats the excitement.” Since 1964, Singarama has brought students together through a Broadway-style competition filled with singing, dancing and storytelling. The annual event has grown into one of Lipscomb University’s most anticipated traditions, drawing students,…
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NYC to Nashville: Senior designs shine in Lipscomb Fashion Show
This week, Shamblin Theater transformed into a runway for Lipscomb Department of Fashion & Design’s annual Fashion Show. The highly anticipated event showcases undergraduate designs, as students from all levels of the fashion program bring their sketches to life. They often use their Lipscomb peers as models, making the event a campus-wide celebration. The fashion show culminates in a senior showcase, where each senior presents their collection of five to seven pieces that they designed over the past year. This year, eight designers brought their final collections to the runway. Pomai Romano debuted her bridal collection at the fashion show. Her designs were accompanied by a spoken poem, which…
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SAB Farmer’s Market takes to The Square
Students filled The Square from 3-6pm today for SAB’s Farmer’s Market, soaking up the sunshine and browsing booths showcasing other student’s wares. The options ranged from crocheted flowers, up-cycled clothing, hand-designed stickers and homemade beauty products. Some students sold their wares for profit, others to fundraise for missions trips. Some were marketing small businesses that had begun during a Lipscomb business class, and others had started their companies before coming to campus. Regardless of where or why the various small businesses had started, students across campus enjoyed them throughout the afternoon. The sun shone, students shopped and Herd Media’s Micah Barkley captured some of the moments. Featured image taken by…
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Lipscomb housing director Asa Bailey leaves a lasting impact on students
Asa Bailey is preparing to leave Lipscomb after six years, but for many students, her impact goes far beyond her role. After six years at Lipscomb University, Asa Bailey is preparing to move on. Known to many as the Residence Hall Director in Johnson and now as the Director of Housing and Residence Life, her role has grown over time. Bailey stepped into the director role in spring 2024 after returning from Semester at Sea, an experience where she continued supporting students even abroad. What was once two positions is now one, reflecting both her leadership and the trust placed in her. While titles matter, what stands out more is…
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Students fill the square for Lipscomb Gone Country
Boots, Raising Cane’s and music filled the square at Lipscomb Gone Country, hosted by the Lipscomb Line Dancing Club. Over 100 students gathered to learn dances and spend time together. Kennedy Duncan, vice president of the line dancing club, said her passion for dancing grew after coming to Nashville from New Jersey. “I didn’t realize how I would fall in love with it and how it would become, like, half of my personality,” Duncan said. “I got connected to the club through a friend of mine.” Planning events like Lipscomb Gone Country takes more work than students may realize. “A lot of emails back and forth with administration and jumping…
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Students elect new SGA leadership
Today, Lipscomb students elected the newest Student Government Association executive officers. Following Monday’s candidate forum, SGA encouraged students to vote for the positions of executive president, vice president, secretary and treasurer. The positions of president and vice president were uncontested, while three students ran for secretary and two for treasurer. Rachel Ferguson, an early childhood education major, ran unopposed for SGA president. She has served on SGA since her freshman year and has served as vice president since October, 2025. Ferguson aims to strengthen long-running Lipscomb traditions, such as Questweek, and expand SGA event planning and student organization support. Like Ferguson, Katie McGinnis ran unopposed for the seat of vice…
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Election Week begins at SGA Candidate Forum
It’s Election Week at Lipscomb University, and in the words of current Student Government Association President Lydia Knobloch, that means “It’s time to pass the torch.” Last night, SGA hosted a Candidate Forum at 7 p.m. for Executive and Class Officer candidates to introduce themselves to their peers. Each candidate gave a short speech, and all Lipscomb students could attend and learn more about their SGA representatives. Each Class Officer candidate ran unopposed, along with the Executive Vice President and Executive President. The races for Executive Treasurer and Secretary were more competitive, with two and three candidates, respectively. Even though all of the Class Officers were unopposed, they each gave…
