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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 told to vacate off-campus housing
It was a typical day for five Lipscomb students when they received notice they were “overcrowding” the home they are renting. What followed the notice was an ultimatum to “correct the situation” or vacate the property within a few days. Shelby Bratcher, a senior Corporate Marketing major from Hendersonville, TN, splits rent with her four roommates to make their living situation, as students, feasible. “Not really knowing where we’re gonna live long term was not scary just nerve-wracking. After the first few days, we kind of started getting frustrated,” said Bratcher. Metro’s Housing Code, sections 16.24.030 & 17.04.060, allow up to three unrelated adults in 1 home. The group is…
