Jonathan Suarez ’26, a communication studies-public relations major with a minor in studio art-photography, spent last summer as a videography intern with Hartford Athletic, a United Soccer League championship team.
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Argentine students tour D.C. embassy, have Q&A with staff
A group of Argentine University of Lynchburg students, accompanied by Aaron Basko, Lynchburg’s vice president for enrollment, marketing, and communications, visited the Embassy of the Argentine Republic in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, Oct. 10.
Alum wins Create Cooking Challenge
Scott Meeks ’95 was the Grand Prize Winner of the Create Cooking Challenge. The winners of the contest, which had a theme of “Easy Peasy,” were announced by American Public Television in May.
Athlete on the track to a future in sports broadcasting
Sam Graham’s tenure at the University of Lynchburg exemplifies a balanced pursuit of academic excellence and athletic commitment. During his collegiate years, the Lewisville, North Carolina, native and member of Lynchburg’s Class of 2024 has navigated a diverse array of academic and extracurricular avenues.
University collaborates with Pierce Street Gateway to premiere ‘Pierce Street Portraits’ documentary on April 27
The University of Lynchburg has collaborated with local nonprofit Pierce Street Gateway to present “Pierce Street Portraits,” a documentary that celebrates the rich history and vibrant community of one of the city of Lynchburg’s most iconic Black neighborhoods.
Debate and Forensics Team wins big at Florida tournament
Lynchburg’s Debate and Forensics Team scored four first-place wins at the College Forensics Association tournament in Clearwater, Florida, Jan. 19-20.
Westover Honors Fellow with ‘passion for helping others’ named Sommerville Scholar
Kelsey Spickler ’24, a Westover Honors Fellow from Bridgewater, Virginia, has been named the 2023-24 Richard Clarke Sommerville Scholar. The award, the University of Lynchburg’s highest academic honor, was presented on Nov. 13 at the West Room in Drysdale Student Center.
Why the MCU just … works
Communication studies professor Dr. Mike Robinson has been a fan of comic books and super heroes for a long time, and seeing his favorite character on the big screen is a dream come true for him.
University Lecture Series highlights creativity in higher ed, entrepreneurial thinking
Dr. Cynthia Ramsey and Dr. Tim Schauer will be the featured speakers for the University Lecture Series this semester, which begins on Monday, Feb 6.
Ethics Bowl team advances to nationals in Portland
The University of Lynchburg’s Ethics Bowl team defeated several large state schools at the Mid-Atlantic Intercollegiate Ethics Bowl on its way to a third-place finish and a trip to nationals in Portland, Oregon, in March 2023.
