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2025 and then: Global Learning celebrates three decades of international academics
Lipscomb marked a milestone this fall by celebrating 30 years since launching its first global learning program in Vienna, Austria. The decision not only introduced students to a world beyond campus but also laid the foundation for the global education opportunities the university has today. What began in 1995 with a small group of two dozen students, a handful of committed faculty members, and a vision for cultural immersion has since grown into one of Lipscomb’s most enduring academic offerings. Finding a location that would provide both academic and personal growth took time and careful consideration. The study abroad faculty committee eventually landed on Vienna for several reasons, as shared…
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2025 and then: Pat Boone’s alma mater remains an iconic Lipscomb tradition after 65 years
When Pat Boone first stepped onto the David Lipscomb High School campus in 1948, no one knew he would become one of America’s most recognized singers or the composer of Lipscomb’s signature alma mater. Years before the gold records and national fame, Boone was simply a well-rounded Lipscomb student with a strong voice and a drive to achieve. That determination helped him grow into a notable singer and songwriter and later allowed him to create the alma mater that would become a defining tradition for the university. Today, it remains one of Lipscomb’s most recognizable pieces, sung at every graduation and woven into the identity of the school. Boone actually…
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2025 and then: High Rise renovations still paying off after a decade
After 10 years, the massive High Rise renovation is still serving students to this day. The largest men’s dorm on campus, High Rise Hall opened in 1968. The dorm now houses 375 students and looks a lot different than it did before. High Rise in the mid 1960s In the summer of 2015, High Rise underwent a large-scale makeover. Former men’s basketball coach Casey Alexander told former President Randy Lowry that High Rise needed an upgrade. He wanted to be able to show off a nicer dorm to recruits coming in. Ninety-two days and $7.5 million later, High Rise became what it is now. “The doors were taken off, the…
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The 21st Annual Lighting of the Green (photo gallery)
For the first time in 21 years, Lipscomb kicked off the Christmas season with its annual Lighting of the Green inside Allen Area. Traditionally the show is held outside in Allen circle by the steps of the bell tower, however, due to weather, this year’s show was held indoors. Hosted by singer-songwriter Ellie Holcomb, this year’s show featured performances by Daves Highway, Christian music artist Matt Maher, singer-songwriter and author Sandra McCracken, Lipscomb middle and high school choir, Lipscomb University Gospel Choir and Sanctuary. Photos taken by Madelyn Paul.
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Ellie Holcomb hosts Lipscomb’s 21st annual Lighting of the Green
Lipscomb held its 21st annual Lighting of the Green in Allen Arena, with singer Ellie Holcomb as this year’s host. Before the concert, guests visited the Merry Marketplace, where local vendors donated a portion of their proceeds to Associated Women for Lipscomb scholarships. Jennette Midgett Sockwell, a children’s author and Lipscomb alumna, said the sense of community is what keeps her coming back every year. “It’s about connections. I may not sell that many tonight,” she said. “But I’ll make connections here. Last year, a schoolteacher, who I think taught at Lipscomb Academy, took my card, and the very next day she got online and bought a book for every…
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WOW Week International Fashion Show – a photo gallery
Photos taken by Madelyn Paul.
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Bison Square Fair brings campus together for annual Lipscomb event
Students, parents and alumni gathered in the square Saturday afternoon for food, activities and entertainment as part of Lipscomb’s annual Bison Week festivities. Bison Square Fair is a carnival-inspired event featuring inflatables, a petting zoo and food. The event takes place during Bisons Week and serves as a conclusion to Lipscomb’s homecoming week. Student organizations, social clubs and departments participate by setting up booths with activities and games. Lipscomb dining provides a meal that families and students can purchase to eat while walking through the square. “As an alumni, it’s great getting to see old friends come back, my friends whose kids are now students here coming together to see…
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Three-peat: ABLE wins Bisons Weekend parade
Lipscomb students, alumni and parents gathered in Bison Square on Friday to watch the Bisons Weekend parade. Campus clubs and organizations decorate floats and participate in the parade, which runs through campus and culminates in the Bison Square. This year’s theme was “men’s and women’s basketball opponents for the 25-26 seasons.” Each float featured one team that Lipscomb would play this season. For example, Sigma Iota Delta featured Lipscomb vs. Tennessee Tech University with the tagline, “Cookeville is getting cooked.” The College of Education featured Lipscomb vs. Marshall University with the tagline, “Let the purple reign.” The Lipscomb pep band set the tone as each group paraded through the square.…
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Freshmen explore social clubs at annual rush fair
The Fall Freshman Rush Fair brought clubs Alpha Delta, Delta Omega, Delta Sigma, Gamma Xi, Phi Nu, Phi Sigma, Pi Delta, Sigma Alpha, Sigma Iota Delta and Theta Psi to Bison Square. Freshmen met members, asked questions and learned about spring rush. Photos by Ashlen Jones.
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Lipscomb.bad.parking returns to Instagram
Comedic student-led university Instagram accounts are a staple on many college campuses, and Lipscomb University is no exception to that rule. Over the years, Lipscomb has had many such accounts, all varying in topic but all bringing laughter to Lipscomb students. These accounts include Lipscomb Crushes, Lipscomb Bananas, Lipscomb Fizz, and the fairly infamous Lipscomb Quotes. The accounts are all run by students, and live and die as the students graduate and leave. However, they are often taken up again and rebooted by students that follow them. One such account has recently been revived – the “Lipscomb.bad.parking” account. Students around campus take photos of cars and trucks that park poorly…
