Dr. Mike Robinson, Professor of Communication – There are plenty of superheroes on their way again this summer. Their blockbuster movies might give pause to the aspiring supervillain. After all, what hope can a rookie bad guy have with all these powerful do-gooders around? Well, I can tell you one summer superhero you don’t have to worry about: Wolverine. I know, he’s “the best there is at what he does [...]

Dr. Clifton W. Potter Jr., LC History Professor – With graduation just around the corner, it is time to talk about celebrations. Parties, either legal or illegal, have been a part of life at Lynchburg College since 1903. One of the first things Dr. and Mrs. Hopwood did when they took possession of the Westover Hotel was remove the bar in the basement. The glassware and other equipment were also [...]

Sierra Spicer, Staff Writer – This past weekend, I went to Tower Theatre at Liberty University to see the Alluvion Stage Company’s production of the musical Tarzan. This was the second Alluvion production that I have seen and I think that this theatre company has grown tremendously since last year’s magical production of Peter Pan. The choreography was stellar, the actors had great comedic timing and overwhelming amounts of talent, [...]

Maggie Pearce, Business Manager – The past four years have been an amazing experience. Yes, most of my classes were enjoyable and I have learned valuable skills that will help me to be successful at whatever career path I choose. But it’s not my classroom experience that has made the last four years memorable. Rather, it is the friends that I made and our crazy times together that have helped [...]

Maggie Pearce, Business Manager – One of the perks of being 21 is the ability to attend happy hour. Restaurants and bars have designated times every week when they offer great deals on alcoholic drinks. Some restaurants and bars offer deals like rail drinks for $1.50, $2 beers or discounted pitchers of sangria. College students love happy hours because the alcohol is cheaper than usual, meaning they can drink more [...]

Dr. Clifton W. Potter Jr., LC History Professor – Last weekend I indulged in a hobby that I share with thousands—reenacting. My period of expertise is World War I, and I am a member of an Imperial German Unit, the IR63. Since I impersonate a retired veteran recalled to service I have a clerical job. I interview enemy soldiers taken prisoner during the various raids and engagements that fill the [...]

Dr. Mike Robinson, Professor of Communication – I’m not worried about Star Trek: Into Darkness. In fact, May 17 can’t come fast enough. I am, however, worried about the state of Trek. Just as Trek’s popularity is revitalized by J.J. Abrams retroactive continuity, I fear that something important is slipping away. Star Trek is a key science fiction franchise. Born in the mid-1960s, Trek embodies the scientific optimism of the [...]

Dr. Mike Robinson, Professor of Communication – A local sign reads: “A book commits suicide every time you watch a reality show.” Really? If so, can I pick the book? After all, if the suicide is my fault, that’s practically murder. If I’m going to come that close to murder, I ought to at least be able to pick what book dies. So I hope it’s Kardashian Konfidential: New! Inside [...]

Dr. Clifton W. Potter Jr., LC History Professor – Last week both students and faculty were able to enjoy the thirteenth annual Student Scholar Showcase because there were no classes on Campus Day. Frankly I had never participated in what has become an annual event because I always had a schedule conflict, but this year I was asked to be a moderator for one of the sessions. I thoroughly enjoyed [...]

Sierra Spicer, Staff Writer – The American Ballet Theatre is recognized as one of the best dance companies in the world and is known as the theatre company that produces remarkable dancers and choreographers. With the launching of the American Ballet Theatre in 1939, they aimed to develop new works, but honor the classical ballet repertoire and to challenge the younger choreographers to create their own pieces. Overall, they want [...]