Thousands of plant specimens from University of Lynchburg’s herbarium have gone online. Dr. Nancy Cowden, biology professor, worked with paid student interns and Virginia Master Naturalists to digitize the Virginia […]
Claytor Nature Center
Gift expands Claytor Nature Study Center to nearly 500 acres
Thanks to a gift of land from a local alumnus, University of Lynchburg is expanding the Claytor Nature Study Center, a move that will provide students and scientists with new […]
Student examines whether parasites change a flower’s scent
Shakespeare wrote that a rose by any other name would smell as sweet — but what about when it is being devoured by aphids? University of Lynchburg student Rebekah Grimes […]
Smithsonian scientists examine orchids at LC nature center
University of Lynchburg recently hosted researchers from the Smithsonian Institute who wanted to study of Central Virginia’s native purple fringeless orchid, a rare flower that is the focus of conservation […]
Students net pollinators for research with rare orchids
Catching pollinators on the purple fringeless orchid requires patience—and more patience. Just ask Tresa Scruggs ’16 and Phil Deyerle ’16. They spent part of their summer studying the flowers at […]
Researchers invade Claytor Nature Study Center
Several graduate students have descended on LC’s Claytor Nature Study Center this summer for research projects, and thanks to the new Chandler Eco-Lodge, they have a place to stay.
Dr. Eaton to address energy independence
Dr. Greg Eaton, director of the Claytor Nature Study Center, will speak on Energy Independence on Thursday, February 6 at the Lynchburg Public Library community room as part of the annual Great Decisions lectures sponsored by the Lynchburg Branch of the AAUW, the League of Women Voters of Lynchburg, the YWCA, and the Lynchburg Public Library.
Chandler Eco-Lodge opens doors
A new 16-bed facility is now open and providing a place for students and others to stay at the College’s Claytor Nature Study Center.
Former LC trustee Charles R. Chandler was an early donor to the project and named the Eco-Lodge for his family.
Project Green Challenge
Starting October 1, the second annual Project Green Challenge will kick off. Sponsored by the organization, Teens Turning Green, the challenge asks high school and college students to transition their lives from conventional to sustainable. For 30 days, participating students will be given a daily challenge that will consist of a sustainable theme. We want LC to participate this year.
The Stargazer
Dr. Michael Solontoi, the director of the Belk Observatory, sees lots of stars in his future, especially bright students who are interested in research.
“I really, really wanted to teach at a small liberal arts school,” said Dr.
