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    Students eat the heat at AASA’s Spicy Noodle Challenge

    Tuesday evening, the smell of ramen noodles filled Bison Square as twelve students competed in an event hosted by the Asian American Student Association (AASA) to see who could consume a plate of spicy noodles the quickest. David Ling, a freshman mechanical engineering major from Nashville, had balanced expectations about his chances. “I’m confident about the spiciness, but I don’t know how fast I’ll be able to eat it. I’m pretty confident, but not 100%,” said Ling. First place ultimately went to J.D. Francis, a senior pre-law student from Mount Juliet. “When it comes to food, I am a champion,” Francis said after finishing his plate and being declared the…

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    Side Quest’s Video Game Gala brings students together for a night of costumes, music and food – Photo Gallery

    On Tuesday night, students streamed into Shamblin Theatre for video game-themed student organization Side Quest’s first Video Game Gala. The event attracted over 200 participants. It featured live music from student musicians, as well as a baking contest, a costume contest and crafting stations. Costumes ranged from Cal Kestis (Jedi: Fallen Order) to Mario (Super Mario World) to even a test subject from Portal 2. The baking contest was won by the “Shrimp Family” team, made up of Kay Peterson, Jade Leaser, Phoebe Darnell, Katelyn Graham, Claire Houser, and Grant King. The team’s submission, titled “The Bake,” was a strawberry brownie treat. The prize for best costume went to Emma…

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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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    Soundtracks and strings – a photo gallery

    Lipscomb University hosted their fourth annual Film Concert on Monday night, filling Collins Auditorium with live soundtrack accompaniment to both student works and mainstream films. Members of the Lipscomb Orchestra and Wind Ensemble took to the Maybelle Carter Stage to play alongside Lipscomb student’s five-minute films. A variety of student work was showcased, from both the film and animation departments, the short films projected on a screen above the orchestra’s heads. Herd Media photographer Micah Barkley was there to capture the evening. Featured image taken by Micah Barkley.

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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.