Changes Acrossthe Campus ReflectLiberty's Growth

L ibert y University underwent some serious renovations, as well as major additions, in order to accommodate the ever-increasing student population. The property formerly known asEricsson not only experienced several name changes but was alsoconverted into what became known as Campus North Complete with a student center, large classrooms, ample office space and the new Liberty School of Law, Campus North provided much needed relief to the growing pains Liberty was experiencing

Another major area under construction was the Schilling Center. Plans originally stated that Schilling was to be transformed into an ice hockey rink Quite unexpectedly, the plans were changed and construction began on a new athletic facility.

When asked the reason for the sudden change, Kim Graham, Athletic Director, explained, "We have three teams thatpractice inthe Vines Center [volleyball, men's basketball and women's basketball]. With church services being conducted there on Sunday and Wednesday nights,and all the other activities that are taking place inthe Vines Center,we have no other place topractice on campus."

Dr.Rob Jackson, VicePresidentofSpiritual Lifeadmitted thatsignificantadjustments had to be made in regards to campus church services with the construction of Schilling taking place. "We remind our students frequently that God doesn't dwell in buildings,but in His church The student energy hasbeen tremendous and they seem to have adjusted easily,"said Dr Jackson

Further additions included the Campus East Clubhouse, complete with an outdoor pool, theatre and cafe.

The campus-wide construction was a constant reminder thatLiberty University would continue to grow and change toreflectthatofthe student body.

Dr Falwell receives an update on the progress of the LaHaye Student Center from facilities manager Jeff Paul Complete with a pool, weight room and five basketball courts, the student center was a much needed facility for student recreation -Photoby LesSchofer

The Schilling Center gets a face lift When students arrived back on campus they found the multi-purpose building being gutted and formed into a new athletic center -Photoby Deanna Wall

Small groups play a vitalrole in literary discussion The atmosphere during the summer allowed for a more relaxedclassroom setting to cover intensematerial

Dr. Karen Prior reads to her summer Englishclass Many professors gave up part oftheir summer to teach extra

Students study the writingsof Jonathan Swift in a summer English class Finishingearly, earning extra credits and getting ahead academically were a few of the reasons students gave up summer break to take classes -Photo by Dana Foglesong

Summer practicum students meet with the Light'sstation manager,Jamie Hall Students received one credit hour and kept 90.9 on airallsummer.

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SchoolWas NotOutfor EveryoneOverthe Summer

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'ot all Liberty students enjoyed a summer without homework and papers. While most of the students and faculty sang "School's out for the summer" at thetop of their lungs, others could only hear thetune faintly inthedistance. Every summer, Liberty University offered options for students tocontinue their degrees throughout the entire year

Senior, and Lynchburg resident, Kelly Summers, received over 32 credit hours through CLEP tests, DLP and summer classes As a Communications major, Summers was required to take three practicum classes. Shewasableto knock outone ofthoserequirementswith theradio practicum at90.9 The Lightand move ahead with her requirements tograduate inthreeyears.

"I loved the radio practicum. Since I love singing,itwasfunfor me tobe around the radio station to hear more music that brightened my day,"saidSummers.

Radio practicum students helped keep Liberty'scampus aliveduring thesummer months Even though most ofthecampus was vacated, the radiostationdid not stop playingmusic.

Summer classes were hard work for students, especially for those whobalanced a job aswell. They were,however,extremely beneficial forstudents,likeSummers,whowanted to save a little extramoney and finishtheirdegreesearly Summer school also gave professorsthe opportunity to work andmake some extra money and enjoy more time with their students. English professor, Dr Karen Prior, sacrificed working on writing projects and riding herhorse toteach summer courses but said her love for her students made itworthwhile. Dr.Prior also admitted to feelingmore connected toher summer classesthan during the regularterms

While some students andfaculty tradedin theirsummer break fortext books,most agreed the benefitsmore than outweighed their sacrifices.

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Joseph Hinson navigates his way around apage heisdesigning for an adcompany Hinson usedthe latest technology andin graphic design while interning.

Dave Gelatt asks Career Center secretary Sarah Rice formore information about internships Information was available inthe Career Center and at center-sponsored meetings throughout the year

Students Spend Summer Break

Gaining Real World Experience

T hi s past summer, while some students were lounging by thepool drinking Frappachinos,afew select students were getting hands-on experience intherealworld.Liberty students interned atvarious companies to gain skillsandknowledge notavailable tothem intheclassroom.

To put her education to the test,and discover what she reallyknew, Lauren Millsaps, a Senior,went toNew York Cityand interned atthepublic relations firm,People's Revolution. Millsaps was notsure what toanticipate,butshequickly learned to expect the unexpected and trust in the Lord to give her strength Every day brought a new challenge toovercome, which included setting up photo shoots for G Q and Vogue magazines, runway shows, art gallery openings and celebrity dressings The business was demanding and Millsaps learned how to multitask, balance time and listen to people; skills that could not be learned from reading a textbook. "People in the PR world often get carried away with saying things W e forget to listen and comprehend the message," Millsaps said in relating a priceless lesson she learned about the importance oflistening. This experience solidified heraspirationsto be aPR professional andgave hermany greatconnections.Millsaps concluded,saying "I notonly grew professionally,butspirituallyand mentally too."

In Lynchburg, Joseph Hinson, a Senior, went to work at Advertising Design, a local ad design company. At first,he was given trivial tasks to complete such as organizing data CD's,but eventually was trusted to design a few projects forthe company. The summer was a huge growing experience forHinson. While he worked 20-30 hours aweek forAdvertising Design,healso worked 40-45 hours a week for Bedford County Group Homes, took a summer class, planned awedding andsearched forahouse. Hinson said, "Ilearned how to manage responsibility and that lifedoesn't just slow down when you're tired." If his internship didonething, ithelped him understand what he istruly passionate about: young people Hinson said he enjoyed graphic design,butdidnotlive for it "I want towake up excited about my job and there isno amount of money or material possessions that can beat the feeling that comes when I have an impact on a person's life."

From Lynchburg to New York City, interning students gained valuable experience that could not be matched Students' reasons for interning varied Some were required tointern for their majors,others saw it asan opportunity toadd totheir resume, but ultimately,itwas an opportunity toletGod change their livesand theirhearts.

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Students enjoy the atmosphere ofDavid's Place during summer Bible study Thestudywas open to any student inLynchburg and averaged seventy people inattendance per week -Photo by Dana Foglesong

Pastor Johnnie Moore enthusiastically leads the 1 Peter Bible study Wednesday Bible studies kept the local students involved andexcited about the upcoming school year -Photo byDanaFoglesong

Relaxed Atmosphere DrawsStudents to Summer Campus Church

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A s classrooms and dorms were closed for the end of another year atLiberty University, Bibles and hearts were opened during Pastor Johnnie Moore's summer edition of Wednesday night Campus Church Although the population of students in Lynchburg was much smaller during the summer, the spiritual depth and fellowship between the studentswas never lacking.With an average crowd of about 70students, and a more casual, relaxed atmosphere courtesy of David's Place, the summer Bible study allowed the students anideal environmentto build relationshipsand study God's Word PastorJohnnieMoore ledthe services and said, "The mood ofthe summer is just different and we tryto use that positively. Many summer students are stripped ofmost of their close relationships, so we provide a little more intimate environment with the intentionofbuilding relationships."

Moore added his opinion forwhy the summer Bible study was successful. "By the summer time, students arejust exhausted from all ofthebigeventsthatare customary atLiberty W e liketo"un-plug" everything...make things a littlesimpler," hesaid.

Even after the main student body had returned home forthe summer,the summer students at Liberty Universitystill had a chance forfellowship and learning about God, thanks to the unique ambience ofsummer campus church.

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