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Fall 11-18-2008
11-18-08 (The Liberty Champion, Volume 26, Issue 10)
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It 'was aigpod feeling - kind of weird." jirjcljfrple^ttJie^^^ The scene was full,of hugs and smiling as '^e^lej>^nlftolpgy7;a"£9^ Wolfe recajl^^^^-r-i;-^;^; »^es,ib-sicIe^and*raritfe^*McCay^y'oWns-' "Basically that was our tripl^rKa nutshell - .* th&*mi5fer/e^j^.f-tb'e |gng^y^voiald»stjll smiling and hugging for a week." ; ;-ij5Sve^tp\g"aiji^nfe"aj?T3X*^l^^^ryivijig During the .week spent in. Ethiopia, the ^^^^^^tg^^^halew's orphanage, which was a boys-only facility, and the orphanage WOLFE PACK —The Siblings doubled in huinber after the^^^^Si|bf three; '^eWge^a^sjqtjf.v .'*< Ipf^hcins was finalized this past week in Addis Ababa. EthiM^H CAMP® SAFETfJIJERT ^faMfiapter l^pM|^§i>&i%> Suspicic^^iootings 6)0^00^. 'Auniversit^^^sMenotes a level of maturity and stability in a college or university," Rist said. Two. freshman male students were Reportedly, some students whx&Sie' According to the Liberty Journal, "Representa walking near David's Place en route to engaging in this dangcious <.onOuct-are|; A new publishing company has launched at Lib- tives from Liberty University Press guide the author their dorm when they were struck by sev calling it a game of "Tag." The game is re • e¥ty*MlT,iberty- University Press (LUP) will pro- through the entire publication process." They will eral shots fired from a pellet gun by indi portedly played both on campus and in the yid8?a^tB^^im", many benefits other publishing help with the design and marketing of the book. viduals in a passing vehicle on Friday, Nov, surrounding community j Students who.•• am ne play, this "game" should know that they companies do not offer,-ac< By Amanda Thomason would be engaging to have students sit at a opportunity for a quiet time after; it was a very pieces of the puzzle begin to come together," 'NEWS REPORTER cross-shaped table with fellow students and worshipful experience." Miller said. "I also love to get to work alongside have a time to give thanks as well as celebrate "It was a memorable and refreshing time my SLDs, as I do closely in this type of event." Students and faculty had the opportunity the Lord's Supper together," Liberty's Vice of worship with our hall. Communion is such The theme behind the service was inspired by to attend Liberty's communion service, The President of Spiritual Affairs Dwayne Carson a sweet time for personal reflection of what W.A. Criswell's book, "Scarlet Thread," based Scarlet Thread last Wednesday. About 3,000 said. our Savior has done for us," Resident Assistant on a service he gave at First Baptist Dallas, students, faculty and a few local youth groups Campus pastors, faculty, staff, Resident Monica Cardenti said. according to Carson. He wanted students to attended this walk-through service between Directors and Resident Assistants read from Communion services are times where Spiritual venture visually from Genesis 1:1 to the cross, 2:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. scripture and led a time of prayer. Under the Life Directors (SLD) have the chance to serve where they would take communion. The event began with a walkway of hymnal authority of Thomas Road Baptist Church, participants. They worked as table attendants, Students took time out of their schedules lyrics, names of God, photos and scripture communion was served. Once communion was guides, greeters and ushers. A total of 160 SLDs to have a moment of reflection and thanks for hanging on curtains for each person to reflect on. finished, ushers led each person to a final room served in some way on Wednesday, according to God. Before participants proceeded to communion, of worship and prayer. Associate Director of SLDs Michael Miller. "I liked how the communion was not rushed they were to take a small scarlet thread with Music played while there were opportunities Head ushers sophomore Jason Lock, junior as it can be in some churches, but instead they them. While waiting for their room, there was to pray, worship and reflect. The middle of the Tyler Harris and senior Ian Maclntyre aided explained it in detail," sophomore Lindsay time for reflection and thanksgiving. room had a place of surrender, with paper and in the production of the service. They worked Evans said. "I especially enjoyed when the guy Cross-shaped tables, candles and flowersfille d pens to write out prayers and place them into alongside Miller to make sure everything ran spoke to us about needing to get right with God the room where communion was given. Each a box. smoothly and all the elements of communion before taking communion because it is such a person was led to a table to pray. Papers with "I thought the service was very different were prepared. serious moment." scripture and different things to be thankful for than anything I have ever done before," "I love the administration-production side of were laid on every table. freshman Alyssa Huffingham said. "It was cool the communion service — there is a huge sense Contact Amanda Thomason at "With it being Thanksgiving, I thought it how we walked through first and then had the of accomplishment and satisfaction as the [email protected]. In-house scholarship By By, Brent:( the champean staph wishs are available to students belovd oopy editer a fond fairwel. By Danielle Jacobs wii will mis u. NEWS REPORTER until they have completed one full semester at Liberty. International students are not eligible The endowment scholarship application until they have attended Liberty for one year (i guess you shoud have red this b4 it got printd process began November 3, 2008 and the and have met the requirements. 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With many world leaders in anguish over the current The business majors at Liberty University make it a state of the economy, some business majors have been priority to stand apart from the crowd with the men left to wonder how they will be able to find stable jobs wearing suits and ties and the women donning skirts after graduation day According to the U.S. Department and heels. of Labor, nearly 7.4 million people were unemployed In addition to dressing for the jobs they desire in at the end of last year, with October's unemployment the future, business majors spend their undergraduate rate at 6.5 percent, according to www.bls.gov. years preparing proposals, writing reports and manag Senior Matt Hoover, who is specializing in manage ing simulated companies. ment, is planning on getting a management position at "Business is a part of everyday life. It is something a local bank or a large chain store such as Best Buy af you can't escape," senior and business major Rachel ter graduation despite the recent economic troubles. McCullough said. "I would love to one day open my "The way I see it, mostly everyone will be having own business, and I have learned so many practical ap trouble finding jobs," Hoover said. "The people likely plications (at Liberty) for the workforce." to be hit hardest are finance majors and other business The business degree program at Liberty specializes majors since a lot of people see us as part of the cause in six different areas: finance, management, market of this economic downturn." ing, international business, economics and human Dean of the School of Business Dr. Bruce Bell said resources management, which will officially be added he makes it a priority to help students find jobs after IN STITCHES — Senior Louis Loll) embroiders a Santa hat for the Society of Hu man Resource Management's annual Christmas fundraiser. next semester. graduation. Senior Wendy Campbell is a business major special On Thursday, the business department welcomed an izing in international business. Campbell said the in executive from the Charles G. Koch Charitable Foun Christmas Embroidery Fundraiser dependent study abroad class Liberty offers has helped dation to Liberty. The executive shared ways students prepare her for a career. could apply for a one-year paid associate program with Students in the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) have "For the independent study class, I was able to go to some of the leading nonprofit organizations in the been offering their embroidery services to the Liberty community since last Jordan and Israel. The trip was amazing. It was great to country, according to Bell. Tuesday and will continue selling their personalized products through Nov 10. see and experience the Middle East," Campbell said. The week before Thanksgiving break, the business Stockings, blankets, Santa hats and scarves are available for purchase with Campbell hopes to pursue a career in disaster relief department also invited about 20 human resource prices ranging from $io-$2o. So far, the fundraiser has been a success. work and has applied to the United States Agency for managers from many different industries and offered "We have been averaging a few hundred dollars a day.... Students and fac International Development, a government agency head students an evening of speed interviewing sponsored ulty both have been responding really well to it," SHRM Vice President Jordan quartered in Washington, D.C. by the Society for Human Resource Managers, accord McLaughlin said. Good internships are a top priority as seniors like ing to Bell. The money earned will help the organization fund the annual SHRM com- Campbell use them to secure jobs before graduation. While eager to help students find jobs in the mar petit;on in March. Clay Lindner, a senior specializing in marketing, ketplace, Bell does not want his business students to "It's is very rewarding in the sense that you get to bring the holiday cheer spent the past two summers a's an intern at Progressive go into the workforce without a strong desire to serve through a fundraiser that will promote the spreading of the gospel at a state, Insurance. He has already been offered a job there and God. Bell said he wants them to approach their careers regional, and if we win the competition, at a national level," senior Louis Lolli plans to accept it after he graduates in May. with free market principles and Christian humility. said. "That internship really helped me to get my foot in "We know they have the knowledge and skills to To purchase an item from the SHRM, see its table in the back hallway of the door," Lindner said. succeed in the modern workplace," Bell said. "But the DeMoss from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. today and Wednesday Orders made this week Of all the classes offered for Liberty business majors, far greater need is to have the moral courage to stand are guaranteed to be available on or by Dec. 2. Lindner described his strategic planning and business up and be counted as a disciple of Jesus Christ." -Natalie Lozano policy class as the "capstone" of the business program. Contact Dominique McKay at The class goes through the entire textbook in the [email protected]. first four weeks of the semester, and each student man ptToclutirig... IKE OVERLOOK, fit IfOJfE-HILL •„j j^PKia jancakes Jpinjiiii (Tieesecake ...aE the pumpkin Uou cm eat! Our TaVorite "fteJ Tie" Special, 9te ©D fieTM^ilWi^aWaUe Jfowrofcer 19th, 2008 every Jay of the week this fall! 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"There are also a lot of animals and agency had a Christian contact who was working with the Wolfes, that a year ago we hadn't even heard of these kids, and next week donkeys carrying things on their backs." and everyone involved believed that God had orchestrated the all eight of us will sit down to dinner together at my house blows The family enjoyed watching traditional Ethiopian dancers, entire process. me away." attending several coffee roasting ceremonies and visiting some Moore described the trip as incredible, noting both funny and museums. As Wolfe put it, the family now has a "point of heartrending incidents. At one point he requested two Cokes reference" to understand the homeland of their new siblings. and was handed a bag of onions from a smiling vendor. Not Contact Jennifer Schmidt at Overall, the Wolfes and the new siblings adjusted well to the wanting to insult the man, Moore simply took the onions and [email protected]. transition. had a good story to share. "It was good that we had a bunch of kids, we all hit it off right One of the more poignant memories Moore treasures is a In Her Own Words... Kristin Wolfe recounts her perspective on the adoption process "All I know is I went to Africa and saw Jesus moving there like he is here, it's just that the people look different and the way they live their lives isn't the same. They have hurting people and poverty and a lot < orphans and I think that breaks my Savior's heart. But they also have c lot of love, a beautiful culture and Jesus moving in big ways. And nov Ethiopia has three less orphans who are currently living at my house in Michigan, hanging out in their new rooms and trying to figure out how to work the shower. We have a long road ahead of us, but seeing the way Jesus has taken our lives and used them already, I'm not really worried. We don't speak the same language very well, and the kids don't yet realize that they don't have to wash their clothes in the sink anymore. We have a lot of obstacles to overcome, but my new family has seen the way God works, and we're ready for what's to come." ETHIOPIA — Resident Director Kristin Wolfe holds a baby from an orphanage her family visited while picking up new siblings in Ethiopia. Get Control of your health! HR0WNSTONE Plan on coming to the Community Health PROPEimESJNC Fair sponsored by Health Proponent and hosted by Thomas Road Baptist Church. We Proudly Often 1 Single Family Humes When: Wednesday, November 19, 2008 • TovvnhomeB/Apartments • Sliort Teem Rentals Where:Tolsma Indoor Track- LU • Optional Washer/Dryer FREE Chips • Call for current Specials * Doors open at 10:00 am and close at 6:00 and Drink pm. 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Partnering with lucky to have one small meal per day. 530 universities nationwide, the organization Due to its generosity, Liberty will ••*••*"" Liberty students teamed up with Sodexho set out to break the Guinness World Record end up as the number one school in Dining Services to produce Liberty's largest for Largest Food Drive by a Non-Charitable terms of amount of donations for campaign against hunger since the drive began Organization in a 24-hour period. In order to the Mid-Atlantic region, according in 2006. Nov. 12 marked the day Liberty tripled reach this goal, the drive would need to exceed to VanWingerden. its goal of 1,971 pounds of canned goods, in 396,832 pounds of food. "It's exciting and humbling to be a honor of Liberty's founding year. Students All donations received by Liberty are going part of this and to see how many students were invited to drop off canned goods at the to the Lynchburg Daily Bread, a "non-profit and faculty were willing to give to this cause donation site in front of the Schilling Center organization that provides the needy with It's truly amazing," VanWingerden said. while on their way to the communion service. free, nutritious meals and a setting for social For more information on donations or The final count was 6,207 pounds. The turnout interaction," according to its mission statement volunteering at the Lynchburg Daily surpassed last year's total of 1,300 pounds. provided on its Web site, lynchburgdailybread. •Bread, visit lynchburgdailybread.com. >J& " I can't believe it, even still. I am amazed at the com. The organization provides over 400,000 generosity of the students, faculty and staff of meals every year to the needy in the Lynchburg Liberty University," Elizabeth VanWingerden, community. A day shelter is also available for resident marketing manager for Liberty dining, individuals and families to socialize and search said. for jobs. Cans Across America is a non-charitable In America alone, over 30 million people go $3 adv I $5 door | $60 floor tables Tickets on sale in LaHaye Student Union tient TUESDAY, Novpmbpt 18. ^008 opinion. lion..I'fJITMll i Overstuff your Thanksgiving in ^ a different way ^ lA^^^^^L y Bridgett Scales OPINION REPORTER ..-. • *..^ 'Jmfl ^k •j^s WM Every college student gets excited for Thanksgiving, whether ^MM - r,sw> it is because of the extended break or the excuse to stuff your < % f liclly on that one day when no one can stop you. Although is- "\ Jm those can be exciting reasons all by themselves, take away all w& the scrumptious food, the big family celebration, the reunion of childhood friends and instead focus on the word "thanks." 1 1C y^tf* •*- To many people Thanksgiving is merely a time to come together and eat, but this Thanksgiving try getting overstuffed ItST on gratitude. There are several ways that you can come j^^R BLC3 y^Tl ***'* j together not to only join in a Thanksgiving dinner, but also display thanks to God. L'.. ". f<^M b^ '4MH I 1 § REMINISCE f , Think about where you were around this exact time last November. Perhaps you.were sick, or all alone and away from GRAPHIC BY TlAGO SOUZA your family. Or perhaps, you were with family, but someone in your family was sick or missing. Remember and be thankful for where you are in life and where you could have been, if you had taken a different path. Something turkey this way comes REACH OUT By Tim Mattingly turkey to strike back from the afterlife. be chalked up to "carelessness," the final There are thousands of people that do not have the luxury OPINION EDITOR It is also important that during festivities, danger of Thanksgiving affects everyone. of a warm house, a hot meal or even a family. Reaching out people do not get carried away and have In 2004, obesity caught up with smoking to someone that does not have what you have is a great way Thanksgiving is a holiday highlighted too much fun, as the Red Cross claims, as the top killer of Americans, according to to show you are thankful. Consider that 40 to 50 percent of by tender turkey, succulent stuffing and "laughing while eating can cause one to a PBS article. As Thanksgiving is a holiday the food that Americans prepare for Thanksgiving never gets a little dab of cranberry sauce. On this choke." revolving around eating, it presents some eaten, according to a study conducted by the University of holiday, Americans indulge in culinary However, some Thanksgivings get negative health repercussions. In 2000, Arizona in Tuscan. It should not be difficult at all to share a comforts until they slip, like gravy, into derailed before they even make it to the 400,000 people in the United States few meals from Thanksgiving dinner. turkey-induced dreams. eating and by association, choking stages suffered obesity-related deaths, according I remember, as a child one such of the holiday. In 2002, Thanksgiving to PBS. REJOICE Thanksgiving Day, accompanied by the witnessed 15 homes burned to the ground "Americans need to understand that Now that you have overstuffed yourself in a different way soft hum of an electric knife. My mother by families who opted to fry their turkey overweight and obesity are literally killing this Thanksgiving, rejoice. Be glad that God has enabled guided its gentle melody as it effortlessly dinners, according to a Fox News article us," said Tommy Thompson, secretary you to give back to others. Rejoice to the fact that God is sliced the turkey's breast. I remember, entitled, "Deep-Fried Turkey Can Be of the U.S. Department of Health and inspiring other people to do the same things you did this my mother, lulled into a false sense of Delicious, Dangerous." Human Services, in the PBS article. Thanksgiving. security by the knife's siren song, until As the article explains, more and more A simple solution to these Thanksgiving the blade struck blood and her hand split Americans are abandoning traditional catastrophes is to exercise, both caution wide — dinner stained uneatable. roasted turkeys for deep-fried delights and body, while celebrating the holiday. Thanksgiving is named so because it is — a trend that could lead to more homes But for the lazier among us, a finalcavea t "Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good. a day to give thanks. On Nov. 27 this year, lost on Thanksgiving Day. — beware the turkey's wrath. Though the His love endures forever" give thanks for all life's blessings. On "In recent years, deep-frying turkeys bird is dead and cold, it can still return Nov. 28, give thanks again, for this holiday has become increasingly popular, however, to haunt Thanksgiving. A turkey can rise — / Chronicles 16:34 has more lurking dangers than an electric this new tradition is a recipe for-a holiday like a phoenix from within a deep fryer, knife placed in the wrong hands. tragedy," said the New York City Fire setting all ablaze. Or in silence bide its "Choking is (a) prevalent hazard at Department on its official Web site. "The time, until it clings tightly within throats Contact Bridgett Scales at Thanksgiving," claims the American Red use of turkey fryers is considered a serious or in warm bellies, deadly bloats. [email protected]. •Cross on its Web site. injury and fire risk." Through proper chewing techniques, While such things as cutlery accidents, Contact Tim Mattingly at individuals lessen the opportunity for the choking and setting flame to a home could [email protected]. , / 4&Q}C -THO-TH^Tif)? w\si£4twvK£ h ourour lo(r\£urTj£ co^cxou) of our 4Trcc\}urty. —THORNTON WILDER Abortion: The issue politicians forgot By Dominique McKay nights cramming for midterms or wondering candidates' debate on abortion with the heated precious — something to be valued and fought OPINION REPORTER where we will go after graduation. But how discussions they had on economic issues and for above all else. God does not call us to be many of us spend our sleepless nights worrying the war in Iraq, one would never guess that indifferent; he calls us to act. The question of who will be the next about who will speak up for those who do not either one really believed abortion was an issue The late Dr. Jerry Falwell Sr. challenged president of the United States is finally laid to have voices? Americans cared about. every student who set foot on his campus to be rest, but there is one issue of political concern In this past presidential election, the issue Today, throughout many national news "champions for Christ," emphasizing we should that remains unsettled. In recent years, the case of abortion took the back burner to other broadcasts, the issue of abortion is audibly not be afraid to speak out against wrongdoings. of abortion in America has slipped through the issues such as president-elect Barack Obama's missing. Long gone are the passionate debates Falwell led by example, never telling us who to cracks of our country's media coverage and "questionable" affiliations, the price of Sarah about the types of ethics and values our country vote for but always telling us who to live for. finally, from the consciences of citizens. Palin's designer shoes and the political opinions was founded on. As for Christians, it seems As Christians, it is not for us to stand behind Only 35 years ago, seven judges made a final of Joe the Plumber. Abortion, which wds that the fiery passion for Christ-like morals a man-made political party. It is for us to stand decision, which eventually brought about an once a topic of heated debate, faded into the that brought many out to vote in 2004 has behind the causes that align with the will of end to the lives of millions of unborn children. background only to be raised from the dead for succumbed to quiet indifference. God. Despite what the recent lack of concern would a brief moment in the last presidential debate, God says that we were created in his image, The right to life has always been and still lead us to believe, this is not simply an issue for where both candidates were asked for their that he knit us in our mother's womb (Psalms remains to be such a cause and it deserves not past generations. Just last year, the Center for opinions. 139:13) and that at any one time he knows the only to be remembered, but to be fought for Disease Control released a report stating nearly John McCain responded calmly, expressing exact number of hairs on our heads (Luke 12:6- as well. 848,000 babies were legally aborted in 2004. disapproval and Obama performed similarly, 7). It is our understanding he gave us these Contact Dominique McKay at As college students, we spend many sleepless explaining his consent. In comparing the words so we would grow to know life in itself is « [email protected]. If one word could summarize my years at Liberty, it On the surface, "Wall-E" is another blockbuster hit froTom would be relationship. I transferred here mid-year as a Pixar, but it's easy to recognize the deeper themes run freshman, and was welcomed with a box of chocolate from ning throughout the film. Wall-e's desire for a companion a roommate who had never met me. To this day, 1 consider is evident, and loneliness pervades his daily routine, the Kristin a best friend - and we're roommates again too. But poignancy even stronger when he tries unsuccessfully to do the professors at Liberty were the main reason I transferred things designed for people to do together. Liven though the here, and they have not left me disappointed. story centers on robots, Pixar captures an elemental truth My second day on campus someone directed me to the about humanity: people hate to be alone. God created man English department. With classes stalling in three days, I had to desire fellowship, both with himself and with one anomer, a blank status sheet, an ID number and no clue what to do. Wall-e found his counterpart in a suave little space probe A professor named Mrs. Towles took pity on the bewildered, named Eve - her name being no mistake in its reference to wandering student that I was and got my career at Liberty the companion God gave Adam, an action that met man's jumpstarted before lunchtinie. What really impressed me need for friendship. though was that she remembered my name when she saw me So while Wall-e found romance, and God designed such a week later - something my instructors at Rutgers Universi relationships to be the ultimate picture of human fellowship, ty couldn't.manage alter four months of having me in class. my days at Liberty will not be capped with an engagement It is this personal aspect that I appreciate so much about ring. But the fellowship 1 remember is conversations with Liberty. Now 1 am a bewildered almost-college graduate, but professors who know my name and relationships with girls my professors are still involved in my life one even pray from my dorms throughout the years. The body of Christ ing with me just last week. is diverse and alive with followers striving to glorify him. All of these interactions and memories have been sim In the process, we reach oui to one another in ways large mering in the back of my mind for the past few weeks. It's and small. Relationships are dynamic, but they reflect the almost time to leave Liberty, and trying to pinpoint what I relationships each of us shares with our savior. Liberty has would miss the most was somewhat diflicult. But a simple fostered such an environment, and this Thanksgiving it will animated lilm. called "Wall-ri" brought everything together be among the things I thank God for along with Wall opinion, TUESDAY. N- yj Wind, energy, now... GO PLANET! By Josh Swanson Plan. The great plains of the turbines will be standing, but and Long Beach are planning OPINION REPORTER United States is the location farms and crops can still be to replace 16,800 diesel that has'the greatest potential grown around the turbine's fueled trucks that are used in Oil is an integral part of for producing wind energy base. Local wildlife would also shipping. They plan to replace the American way of life. If than anywhere in the world, still be able to graze around half of these vehicles with we did not have oil, we would according to studies that have the turbines without worry of natural gas fueled trucks. not be able to heat homes and been conducted around the chemical pollution. Natural gas is also cheaper businesses, drive to a sandy world. A single state, North There is also an alternative than current gas and diesel beach or peaceful mountain Dakota, has enough wind to wind turbines on land. prices at pumping stations. A lake or travel a few hours energy that, if captured, it According to Alternative gallon of natural gas will cost LU Grad to Publish Book to spend Thanksgiving with could produce a quarter of the Energy News, there is great you around $1.25 to $2.50, grandma and her famous United States' overall power. potential to harness wind depending where you are in pumpkin pie. And all of power from ocean winds. the United States, according Liberty graduate student Paul Watson There is enough wind power these luxuries are threatened throughout the world that if Wind turbines would be to CNGPrices.com. will have his first novel, entitled "Protect: A by America's dependency on only 20 percent of that power constructed on platforms Also, 22 percent of the World's Fight Against Evil," published in spring foreign oil. was captured, it could produce that would be located on the United States electricity 2009. The fantasy/sci-fi novel follows a small In 1970, the United States seven times the global demand surface of the water. A NASA production is powered by satellite called QuickSCAThas band of unlikely allies that embarks on a imported only 24 percent of for energy, according to a 2005 natural gas, according to the its oil, yet today it imports Stanford University study. been gathering information on Pickens Plan. If wind turbines dangerous adventure to protect the world nearly 70 percent of its total If wind turbines were built ocean winds since 1999. It is could be used to replace that, from being destroyed by a demented war oil consumption, according in the wind-rich area that lies estimated that ocean winds natural gas would be available lord and his monstrous armies. to the Pickens Plan Web site. from North Dakota to Texas, can produce 500 to 800 watts to use as a transportation fuel The United States holds only it would cost approximately $1 of energy per square meter. source instead of being used to Watson is currently writing a short-story four percent of the world's trillion. In addition it would Offshore wind turbines produce electricity. prequel to his novel that he plans to release population yet it uses 25 cost $200 billion to build the also have an even lesser If the United States in increments on his soon-to-be-developed percent of the world's oil. facilities required to transmit environmental impact than could break away from its Web site when the book is released. Also, with the way current oil that power that would provide onshore wind turbines. Also, dependence on foreign oil, prices are, the United States electricity for cities and towns, there are no mountains or then it could rely on its own Watson received not only advice and will be spending according to the Pickens Plan. other obstructions that are on natural resources of wind guidance from Dr. Elmer Towns, but also two $700 billion on However, the cost for this the ocean's water surface that power and natural gas to fuel very important endorsements for his book oil this year production would only be would block wind from getting its need for energy. The United from Liberty Chancellor Jerry Falwell Jr. and alone. That ^ a one-time thing, unlike to the turbines. States would replace more amount of the projected $700 than one-third of its foreign Mat Staver, dean of Liberty Law School and While wind energy can money is billion that the United power America's households, oil imports in 10 years if this founder of the Liberty Counsel. four times the States will be spending the cleanest transportation was to be done, according to - Information provided annual cost of on oil annually for years fuel that is available today the Pickens Plan. by Brandon Gallagher. the current war to come. that can replace oil is natural The jobs that would be in Iraq, according to Also, if a project of that gas. While the United States created for harnessing wind Deck the Residence Halls the Pickens Plan. scale were to be started, it imports 70 percent of its oil, power and natural gas would be If the United States would help produce jobs for 98 percent of its natural gas within the United States. We is going to be able to thousands of Americans. use comes from within its own would be relying on ourselves Resident students are allowed to savor survive economically, Manufacturing, construction boarders. Natural gas is the for our energy production, the spirit of Christmas a bit earlier this year. it must look inward and maintenance work are just United States second largest and the threat of depending In years past, students on campus were to find answers some of the jobs that would be energy resource. on foreign countries for to the mounting required for massive turbines In the United States there energy would no longer exist. not permitted to decorate their rooms for energy problems to be placed throughout the are only 150,000 natural gas Until then it seems that the the Christmas holiday prior to Thanksgiving dependency on Great Plains. powered vehicles. The natural United States will still be break. The policy was changed this year to foreign oil is Wind turbines are also gas Honda Civic GX is the within the grasp of foreign-oil accommodate those who desire to express causing. environmentally friendly most popular car model that dependency. "The United compared to oil drilling. No is powered by natural gas. their holiday cheer, since the semester ends States is the polluted run-off would have Worldwide there are about Contact Josh Swanson at earlier than it has in the past. Saudi Arabia of an affect on the local wildlife. seven million natural gas [email protected]. Students across campus are displaying wind power," Some farmland may be lost vehicles that are being used. lights, garland, trees and candy canes to reports Pickens in the area where the wind The ports of Los Angeles celebrate the recent policy revision. Some students have even been reported to be playing Christmas carols as early as Nov. 1. Here's to You What a journey the Flames football team has endured over the last four years. Many seniors remember the disappointment of Economic woes brewing for Starbucks four long quarters of a 42-0 blowout at home By Katy Palmer For example, on election day, anyone that want a relaxing atmosphere in which I can against Youngstown State in 2005. That an OPINION REPORTER voted received a "tall" coffee. enjoy it. So, if I have the choice, I tend to guish has been replaced with the excitement The reasoning behind this advocacy choose some place other than Starbucks. of a 42-0 homecoming victory over Charles Seattle-based Starbucks announced on is simple. Starbucks wants people to Here's why: ' ton Southern this year. Nov. 10 its profits dropped during the walk into its store, people that would One big change about the newer fourth quarter. Within the past year, not necessarily stop in, to experience the Starbucks stores is the implementation of Improving from 1-10, in 2005, when many Starbucks also closed multiple stores and Starbucks atmosphere. the drive-thru. Similar to any fast food Liberty seniors were new freshman, to a 9-2 over 1,000 jobs were lost. "We appear to be more resilient than joint, customers can order, pay and receive start with zero conference losses is quite a An obvious cause for the drop of coffee many other premium brands ... we their food or drink without having to get sales is the suffering economy. Even are encouraged by our ability to drive out of their car. This change to the store feat. Congratulations, 2008 Flames football though prices of Starbucks products have increased traffic at relatively low cost..." implies that Starbucks catered to the* for your second-straight conference title, and remained the same, they have seemed former Chief Executive Howard Schultz businessman, a person looking for in-and- for all of the excitement you have brought to a little steeper as the country entered claimed, according to a New York Times out convenience. this wonderful university. recession. Starbucks recognized its article. However, this campaign is leaving out appeal declined due to the shaky economy. Yet, the numbers reflect this campaign's an entire group of coffee drinkers: those However, instead of tinkering with stores inefficiency. I will be the first to admit who value the ability to sit and enjoy their Post-election Charge prices, the company tried another tactic. that my coffee habits have changed over cup of Joe in the coffee shop itself. The On top of closing stores and laying-off the past year. Once a Starbucks regular, "dine-in" aspect of coffee shops gives This year's heated presidential election employees, the company introduced new I have spent more time in the coffee aisle them appeal. products like smoothies and pastries. I at Wal-Mart, debating between which It is safe to assume that the shaky brought many Christians to stand up and vo assume that with this addition, Starbucks flavored drip coffee I wanted to try. economy led too much of Starbucks' profit calize their convictions. Though it is important was attempting to attract more customers But, I do splurge every now and then. loss. But, I would argue that its attempt to be concerned with the government, it far than just the average coffee Sometimes I just need the little extra to combat the lost sales could also be a more important for Christians to focus on their drinker. kick that comes from ground cause. The shift away from a personal, Amidst the drop in dine-in experience makes the coffee shop local communities. The same passion, dedica espresso. When I want a profit, Starbucks cup of coffee, I resemble a chain fast food joint. tion and tenacity that was evident during the executives do also I believe that Starbucks still has the election should be equally visible as Liberty not seem too customer in mind; yet, I feel that the students engage in their Christian service re concerned. company focuses on getting quirements. If Christians can have an impact Right now the customer out as fast they are as possible, instead of in their local communities, then perhaps the focused on allowing him/her to desired change will occur in the future. the number savor the taste of fresh of people brew. Vote tor Sparky! to come through A communications graduate class has taken the stores, Contact Katy Palmer at over a campus-wide campaign for Sparky, no matter [email protected]. Liberty's mascot. Sparky is the face of the what they purchased. athletics program and of Liberty. Right now he is in second place for the National Mascot of the Year at CapitalOneBowl.com. If Sparky wins, he will be featured in three national broadcast commercials. To vote for Sparky, go to CapitalOneBowl.com/vote. Cast your vote for the top 12 mascots, submit and then write in Sparky. Everyone can vote daily. GRAPHIC BY ELIZABETH MOKRISSEY lechery range hits the mark for Ultimate LU ty alumnus Dan Twenty-one students have already joiriedsSI .*- Witt and John Allen club and gaining access is not a comple1§%§||f^ began brainstorm cess, according to Stallard. ing. Interested students must pay $75 tqwjnsm-'ii. Stallard* recoun ministry professor and club faculty advisipTQlfe:'- ted "early morn Geukgeuzian for a membership card. 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WmM&ZM: The win ^^^^^^^^^l^t(are^ ^RqFfuti )i 1,01ft vj-rVoRrs riji'\$$E^&first|plaSe^l^^r^^te^at^MaVs ^ home conters3$||j|| ^^f$' ^^Er^plberty Flames volleyball team K^ Satuui.iv. m^rk.edvfe»fiffaI^r>egulaT/_ kicked off a, week of action 'with the. . season conto^afor^jic»fiJa\j'FlamesJr By Chris WonMlfi hopes of securing.at least a share of; as they piav^lfr^srVfj^rfre^yis'i't-ing * SPORTS REPORTER the Big Spiitl^fe'nference Title and Winthrop*' Ka^e\il[Ji$uuijEra)ll Ja^ >3;c^ put themselves in prime position ' sweep and' ea^^^^fnpe^p^'the^ Led by four pla^ersaMp.uble digits, thanks to a 3-0 sweep of the High regular seasb^fe^g^ou^^^nference | the Liberty^a^^s^me^i-''basketball' Point Panthers in North-Carolina on team, triumphed in its home opener Tuesday' Before theMam|||£ibci iy Honojcd^ against the, M°ntreat College The Flames entered the contest gra duating' ^f&^^^^^^^^^^pl% Cavaliers on Friday night, 97-77. ' r looking to rebound from a 3-2 loss at Carmen Steeper and'i!^P^Webbef. A packed Vines Center of 5,1 home at the hands of the Panthers As it turned out, all three players had' attendants housed fans ready for im%;e^j[if ned the favor as they handed a hand in the Lady Flames sweep of Liberty basketball's season opener. High Point if^ra^ahpmeilps's of the the Eagles. Freshman Seth Curry scored the first "We've all gotten to the point ' points when he. nailed a jumper from Despite the sweep, the Flames where we share the same vision, the top of the key on Liberty's first had their share of struggles against a which is to win. As we bring in new possession. The jumper also marked record home crowd of over 1000 for players and share that vision, we are the freshman's first points in a Liberty the Panthers. all able to remain on the same page," : uniform. , The Flames dominated defensively, Webber said following the win. 'After Curry then swished in a three- boasting a +21 dig ratio (87 to 66) as the loss against Presbyterian and pointer to give the Flames a 5-0 lead they held the Panthers to a ,235 attack being able to bounce back I know we and junior Kyle Ohman followed with percentage. have everything it takes to win the a trey of his own to increase the lead The Flames showed''resiliency in Big South." to 8-1. The Flames were able to open rebounding from an early deficit in Nelson, who tallied a match- up a 15-3 lead in the game's first seven set one as they went on a 10-3 scoring high 17 digs, was the star of a Lady minutes and would never look back. run before holding off a tenacious Flames defense which held Big South The Flames aggression in the first High Point rally which tied the score Preseason Player of the Year Shannon half helped to create a huge scoring at 19 apiece. Liberty then defended Sitzmann to 13 kills and an Eagle margin as the lead grew to 32-15 after three straight set points and rallied offense to a .038 attack percentage. another Curry three-pointer with ies bench recorded at least 10 to take the set 27-25. Streeper, who hails from nearby Liberty cruised to a 97-77 victory. 6:13 on the clock. Montreat, however, minutes of play and scored two poir Liberty miscues at the onset of Rustburg, pitched in two kills, three went on an 18^13 run and cut the the first half as he recorded 14 points It was Montreat, no^ Liberty, who set two contributed to a 6-0 early digs and a service ace to Liberty's deficit to 10 at 34-24 with 3:45 left in on 6-of-i4 shooting. The freshman came out firing in the second half as deficit as the Flames one again 25-13 win in the middle set. Webber the first half. also notched three assists and four the Cavaliers went on an 11-5 run, found themselves fighting through totaled four kills and four out of The Flames quickly combated any steals in the first half. Fellow freshman which cut the Flames advantage to adversity. However, Liberty stayed seven Liberty blocks. plan of the Cavaliers to come back in Brolin Floyd scored 10 points in the 13. After a Smith bucket, plus a free in the set and rallied to a 14-13 lead Liberty jumped out to a 6-0 lead the game, ending the first half with a first half, while Preseason Big South throw pushed the Flames lead up to before securing a 25-20 advantage behind junior setter Kallie Corbin's 9-5 run which put the score at 48-29 Player of the Year Anthony Smith 16, two free throws from freshman and a set two victory serving as the Beaverton, Ore. after the first 20 minutes of play The recorded nine points for the Flames. Jesse Sanders and Ohman put the Liberty took advantage of High native served for six straight points, ' Flames -shot 42.9 percent in the first "We just came in focused and were Flames back up comfortably by 20. Point miscues in set three, rallying to including two aces, to start off the half, making i8-of-42 shots, including ready to defend early We came out an 8-2 early advantage, and it would first game. prove to be insurmountable for the five three-pointers. executing our offense and got easy See VOLLEYBALL on B2 Curry was a major scoring factor in. shots," Curry said. See MEN'S BASKETBALL on B2 Panthers as the Flames secured a 25- • SENIOR LEADERS — Seniors Rachel Hammond (left) and Megan Frazee (#40) will be expected to lead this year's team. Frazee had 28 points and 11 rebounds In Friday's 59-57 loss to VCU. Megan Frazee led all players, however, with 28 shot 9-for20 while the Rams shot n-for-25. Warle/s free throw gave the Lady Flames a LadyFlames points and 11 rebounds. The win marked VCU's Liberty hit nine of 10 free throw shots and out 57-56 lead. However, VCU hit three free throws first against Liberty since Dec. 2000. rebounded the Rams 16 to 10. and Liberty was unable to make a shot with less The Rams came out swinging, dropping the Moriah Frazee opened up the second half by than one second remaining. drop opening first 12 points. Megan Frazee put a stop to their making both free throw shots, closing in the Overall, Liberty shot 44.2 percent from the burst with a one-handed floater of her own. score to 31-29. field goal to VCU's 41.7 percent. During the VCU pushed forward, however, and scored VCU pushed ahead before Liberty went on a second half, the Lady Flames also won the heartbreaker the next nine points putting the score at 21-4 6-0 surge tying the score at 35 with a lay up by rebounding battle 36-23. with 10:48 in the first half. Megan. Megan then hit a three-pointer at 11:02, Mays contributed nine points and three assists The Lady Flames defense held the Rams to giving Liberty its first lead of the night. and sophomore Rachel McLeod had a career to VCU one field goal, meanwhile going on an 11-2 burst VCU shot a jumper and surged into the lead. high eight boards and game-high six assists. during the final 4:20 in the first half. The last The Lady Flames did not get another lead until Recovering from ACL surgery, Moriah Frazee By Brittany Watson four points belonged to Megan Frazee, putting 4:30 was left in the game. had eight points, while Warley had seven points SPORTS REPORTER the score at 31-27 going into halftime. Freshman Avery Warley hit a lay up that and four boards. Megan contributed 18 points in the first half, started a 7-0 burst for the Lady Flames. Liberty Liberty's next game and destination will be Liberty University's women's basketball team including all four of her free throws. Megan also was able to take a 54-51 lead with 3:11 left on the announced soon as it will be placed into one of fought hard in a battle against VCU in the first had seven rebounds. Junior point guard Amber game clock. . preseason's WNIT two four-team consolation preseason WNIT game Friday night in the Mays appeared for the first time playing for The Rams tied up the score at 54 with free quads for next weekend. Vines Center. Despite coming back to take the Liberty contributing six points and two steals. throws, leaving 2:18 to play. After a Mays lay up lead twice in the second half, the Lady Flames Liberty ended up outshooting VCU in the gave Liberty the 56-54 lead, VCU responded Contact Brittany Watson at fell to the Ram's 59-57 in the last two seconds. first half from the field. The Lady Flames with a bucket with only 34 seconds left to tie. [email protected]. FOOTBALL won one of those three losses, we Continued from B1 would have been in," Rocco said. "We are going to have to be at our The turn around is due in large best (next week), but I think our part to leaders like quarterback body of work will be impressive Brock Smith, tailbacks Jennings enough to get us in." and Terrell and wide receiver Although the Flames were Dominic Bolden, not to mention acknowledged as the Big South the effects the coaching has had. Conference champions last week "I think these 22 seniors that after defeating VMI, they earned we have are trying real hard to the distinction of becoming the go down in history as one of the only Big South team to hold a 5-0 most successful, if not the most conference record after beating successful, in Liberty history," the Bulldogs. After the game Rocco said. ended the team was awarded their Because Liberty has come such Big South trophies, celebrating on a long way in a short time, critics the field after the clock ran out. maintain doubts that the Flames The crowd of 10,636 broke are able to compete against teams an n-game, sell-out streak that like Youngstown State and Elon. Liberty has maintained since last The players, however, exude more season, and the thundersticks did confidence. give Williams Stadium a filled "We're ready to prove to effect. everybody that we're a top team," The Flames will finish out their Terrell said. season against Elon in a matinee Winning against Elon may serve contest at Williams Stadium next as proof that Liberty is "a top Saturday. Kickoff is scheduled team," but it could also serve as a for 1 p.m. stepping stone to the playoffs. "Last year we sat here at 8-3 and Contact Natalie Lozano at SACKED — Senior quarterback Brock Smith gets wrapped up by Gardner-Webb's Jordan Woods during Saturday's win. we were told if we would have [email protected]. J0 ^J J0* m S^TTA EjO^KAL MEN'S BASKETBALL VOLLEYBALL Continued from B1 Continued from B1 Liberty put the game out of Sitzmann led the Eagles with six kills in set one, but , reach at 5:24 with an Ohman three- it was Nelson's kill that topped off the 25-17 set one pointer, making the score 88-58. victory for the Lady Flames. Led by back-to-back jumpers ^€lf * • g^ The Lady Flames pulled ahead in the second set to from MJ Njoku and Terrell 20-10 after a seven kill burst led by McCarty, Bacon Mosley, Montreat powered some SCjj and Streeper. McCarty put down three kills, while points on the board in the final Bacon recorded two of her five kills in the set during minutes and eventually cut the the spree. Streeper put down the final two kills in the lead to a 20-point differential. 25-13 set two win. Njoku turned in a solid \^;;i,/V, The final stanza was closer than the second, as performance in the loss, scoring Winthrop and Liberty battled to 11 ties and six lead 26 points and pulling clown 11 changes. With the score tied at 13, the Lady Flames rebounds. ^ engineered a 5-0 run that would have reached six had Smith got hot in the second Scripko's attempt not been blocked by Kaley Viola and half and led the Flames with 25 / Sara Felts. Promptly, it was Nelson and Webber who points and nine boards while 7^. ended their careers and the final game at the Vines Curry kicked off his Liberty Center this season in style, as the duo recorded the career in style, scoring 23 points final three kills of the Lady Flames 25-18 victory. and tying a Vines Center record / The Lady Flames will attempt to defend their with seven steals. Floyd knocked • —4« C%TY. *. flGawif3«"WHW 1 ei 2007 Big South championship as a No. 1 seed in down a trio of three-pointers m fell* J» £••' l ,f " this weekend's Big South Volleyball Championship, and finished with 15 points while FLM*S* m with their first match coming on Friday against No. Ohman finished with 14. "mm Jm~' ' •* '* 8 GardnerWebb. Liberty defeated Gardner-Webb SUPER SMITH -- Senior Anthony Smith led the Flames with 25 points on 10-of-15 shooting. Smith, who is the only senior twice this season, and if it wins its opening match, on Head Coach Ritchie McKay's it will face either Winthrop or UNC-Asheville on squad, feels good about this year's what we do well," Smith said. "1 wanted to take advantage of our early season conference game in Saturday at 7 p.m. The championship game will be on team and the home-opening win. feel good about this team. All the depth and get a lot of people to ESPN's Tip-Off Marathon. ESPN Sunday afternoon at 2 p.m., with the winner earning "The game plan was to stick guys want to get better because play to see if we could play hard," will televise the contest, which is an automatic bid to the NCAA Division 1 Volleyball to what we do best. We try to they're students of the game." McKay said. set for 2 p.m. Championship. execute on offense, stick to our McKay was also pleased with The Flames will return to the defensive principles no matter his team's performance. hardwood this afternoon as they Contact Chris Wong at Contact Jake Petersen [email protected] or what they do, and just execute "Everything started oft'well. We travel to UNC-Asheville for an [email protected]. Thomas Lourdeau at [email protected]. OFFICERS GIVE THEM INSTRUCTIONS. ffiK, •it ' CHAPLAINS GIVE THEM DIRECTION. m "m* " i Mi MtJI'' There's strong. Then there's Army strong. Do younSiawwspirltOaTly strengthen our troops and their Families by joining the U.S. Army Chaplaincy. 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The match opened up with senior Tim Harner, who is ranked as the country's No. 17 grappler at 141 pounds, wrestling up at 149 pounds against Austin Reece. Harner was able to open up the match early by scoring a two-point take down just 20 seconds into the match. Harner ended his match with Reece in the third period by technical fall, winning by a score of 19-4. This win by Harner was able to give the Flames a 5-0 advantage going into the second bout. Sophomore Julian Colon extended the Flames lead to 11-0 by pinning opponent Justin Guthrie in the 1^7 pound weight class just 2:35 into the first period. Redshirt freshman Brad Clark, making his first appearance in a Flames singlet, faced off in the third match of the evening with Dave Sweeney at 165 pounds. Clark, who TWO GIANT WINS — Liberty posted two wins this week with the first against Gardner-Webb (43-6) and id against The Citadel (22-16). stands at 6 feet 3 inches, and the much shorter, stockier Sweeney were dead Daggett, who is ranked No. 19 in match. Royster pinned Gayeski at 141, pulling the nation's best wrestling teams at even after the first three minutes, the nation, earned high praise from The Flames followed Tuesday The Citadel to within two at 12-10. the Body Bar Invitational hosted by but Clark was able to score a two- Castro following the win. night's performance with a 22-16 Harner, however, notched his No. 3 Cornell in Ithaca, N.Y. point take down with 24 seconds left, "Chris is a very strong wrestler but victory on Saturday night over The second technical fall win of the year The Flames will take part in the eventually winning 15-0 by technical coming into this match he was sick so Citadel Bulldogs. in the following match, dealing David Hoosier duals the following weekend fall at the 6:41 mark. the plan was to try and end the match Sophomore Nick Knowles opened Ivanschenko an 18-f loss, his first of in Bllomington, Ind. The wins kept coming when junior as soon as possible," said Castro. the match at 184 pounds against Kip the season. Aaron Kelley hit the mat next facing Also recording victories on the Thompson, coming from behind to Colon and Clark also recorded wins Contact Adam Palmer at opponent Jonathon Velazaquez. Kelly, night were sophomore Brandon secure the first three points of the for the Flames before Kelly dropped [email protected]. who wrestled his way into the NCAA Johnson, freshman Joe Pantaleo and evening for the Flames. a 5-0 decision to J.C. Oddo in the Championship last year, scored a three-time NCAA national qualifier Odie Delaney pushed the Bulldogs dual's final two-point take down followed by five redshirt senior Christian Smith. The ahead with a major decision victory match. T sets of near fall points, leading him Bulldogs' first points of the evening over Johnson at 197, but the lead T h e to a 16-0 technical fall victory. The came in the heavyweight division, as would be short lived as senior Patrick Flames (2- es to Lynchburg win kept the shut out and gave the Dustin Porter recorded a yo decision Walker, wrestling in his first match of o) will test v Flames a 21-0 lead on the Bulldogs. over Josh Pelletier. Wrestling at 141 the year, defeated Aaron Brown 8-1 in themselves EARN To CLIMB Kelly's win was followed by yet pounds, Lehigh University transfer the heavyweight division,, giving the next FOR ONLY $25 another when senior Chris Daggett Frankie Gayeski fell to Gardner Flames a 6-4 lead. 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KOANOKE 540-992-5' Blog: sgedwardsinc.blogspot.com For Hours Call: 239-6411 Website: http://edwardsdiamonds.com www.FunQuestFun.com Offer expires November 30th > ITMll < run Flames earn fourth split of year with 4-3 victory over Delaware By William Armstrong Two minutes later, junior John Langabeer part of the time have been able to come back," way into the offensive zone, beat two players SPORTS REPORTER gave Liberty some life, banging in a loose puck senior Kevin Hendrix said. and sent a wrister below Pflumm's blocker pad on the power play. On a Liberty power play early in the second to tie the score at 3-3. With almost three months of hockey Dodgson missed a chance of his own on period, freshman Will Gamble ended a "It tired us up to tie the game," Hendrix said. completed, and the end of the semester fast a mini-breakaway and was stopped on the Delaware shorthanded rush with a crunching "It felt good and was really exciting and gets approaching, players can start to wear out. the backhand. However, that did not stop him check along the boards. your confidence going." Flames had to battle through visible foes, and from adding another giant hit behind the net The game remained tied until Delaware put After Way made enormous saves to keep the invisible fatigue that weighed them down. later in the game. home a power play goal as Brandon Weiner the game tied, Langabeer put home the game- "Watching them play out there, you can The hits kept coming for the Flames. When crashed to the net and scored on a one-timer in winning goal on a rebound with under five definitely tell that they were tired," said Blue Hen Mike McBride was trying to exit his between the circles. minutes to play. sophomore Johnny Chung, who was out of own zone, he was met with a lethal Langabeer Up to the task, Liberty tied the game minutes "We came out with a lot more intensity, and action due to sickness. "Playing maybe only 16 hit that drew a loud cheer from the LaHaye later when the team cashed in on a tic-tac-toe the team's heart really showed," Way said. "For hours after the first game is hard to do." faithful. Later, Bauman destroyed a Delaware play, Hendrix to Vanwynsberghe to Dodgson, us to have these kinds of games, it's going to The team skated to a draw in the series with offenseman trying to find his way through to tie the game 2-2. pay off later in the year." the University of Delaware Fightin' Blue Hens, center. Shortly after, McBride scored his first of the The Flames will go into action next against losing 5-3 the first night and winning 4-3 on the Liberty mustered up many chances but could season on a bad-angle shot that trickled past Virginia Tech on Dec. 5; which will be the first final night. not find the back of the net, until Dodgson put Way ending the second-period scoring with televised game of the season. From the drop of the first puck on Friday, home a loose puck on the power play with 13 Delaware holding a 3-2 lead. physical play proved to be a big part of the seconds left. Liberty went on the offensive starting the Contact William Armstrong at game, but Liberty fell short 5-3. Junior Kyle Historically, when losing the first game of a third but failed to score on early chances. [email protected]. Dodgson served up a throttling hit 30 seconds home series Liberty has come back and won Hendrix regained momentum as he made his into the game, which was followed up by big the second game with better play, which was hits from junior Zac Bauman and freshman Joe the case in the team's thrilling 5-4 victory. Smith. "Liberty's history is when they lose Friday, Delaware found the scoreboard first on its they come back and really beat opponents the first of five unanswered goals. Mike Gardner second night, which we have to be prepared found open ice on a power play, streaked for," Delaware Head Coach Mike DeAngelis through center ice, and sent a low shot past said. Liberty goaltender Colin Way. On a Flames defensive miscue, David Orga After two quick Delaware scores, freshman seized the puck and scored an easy goal to Rob Vanwynsberghe nearly found the twine put Delaware in the lead 1-0. Freshman Luke on a one-timer from Dodgson, which ended Aitken responded minutes after, sending a one- the first period action with Delaware still in timer past Pflumm to tie the score at 1-1. control 3-0. Throughout the course of the period the Way made a save on an odd-man breakaway Flames played sloppy but were getting the rush, but Thomas Keough was out in front better of the scoring chances. for the rebound, which turned out to be the "When we do get out to slow starts, we focus eventual game winner. on what we need to do better, and for a good Student Discount Days Every Tuesday and Thursday 7 a.m. - 12 a.m. 50% off Entree with Drink Purchase and Student FREE MEAL REE MEAL REE MEAL breakfast, Lunch or Dinner ! 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Convocation, a commonly exciting, yet easy to follow and the game was intense. Finch "I really liked it... 1 was never bored." nerve-racking experience for first-time said she especially loved the funny comments on a memorable Finch, a junior at Atlantic Shores Christian students, left quite an impression on both screamed from various fans during the game, School in Chesapeake, Va., said that although CFAW attendees. Callahan noted the abundant usually to the other team. there are a lot of rules, "there's purpose (to number of students Liberty had under one roof, Both ladies also attended the Downhere experience the rules), and you can see the purpose. (The while Finch focused on the speaker, Dr. Ergun concert in the Schilling Center on Saturday. freedom I received) was almost like my choice, Caner. The girls agreed that the music was good noting Abby Armbruster but my benefit, too." "Fie really knew his crowd, and he related to the twist on traditional music with opening act 1 CONTRIBUTING REPORTER Both girls had heard of Liberty through their me," she said. the Michael Gungor Band, and the rock sound high schools. Finch had representatives for Finch declared that seeing the college life at of Downhere. Liberty University hosts college-bound high Liberty come to her school, while Callahan had Liberty was her favorite part of the weekend. Both girls are now considering Liberty as school students twice a semester for College For friends who had been to CFAW and enjoyed "1 talked to a lot of people, and I didn't meet one of their top schools for post-graduation A Weekend (CFAW). Students are encouraged the experience. one person who I thought was a jerk," she said. plans. Callahan, a senior at Atlantic Christian to help the school showcase Liberty to a slew When first arriving on campus, (lallahan said "Everyone I've met is really nice and normal." School, has already applied to Liberty for the of potential students. However, the request she felt at ease since she had been on campus Callahan also said understanding the students fall of 2009 and does not have many concerns is often met with groans from residential before. She admitted that coming for the was important due to the general reputation with the school. Finch is anxious about the students forgetting the experiences the weekend was not an issue, but staying with Liberty has for its strict conservativeness. four-hour distance from home. Despite the prospective students have may impact their someone she did not know made her nervous. "It's almost like everyone fits in, no mater long commute, the girls are now considering college decisions. CFAW visitors Shiloh Finch, Finch, on the other hand, arrived at Liberty for how different you are," Finch stated. attending Liberty because of their experiences 16, and Katy Callahan, 16, used the weekend to the first time. Both Callahan and Finch saw the men's during CFAW. help plan for their future college careers. When entering dorm 27-3, Finch stated that hockey team play against the University of Contact Abby Armbruster at "(Liberty students) have a lot of freedom, but everyone was "smiley" and once she talked to Delaware. Neither girl had been to a traditional [email protected]. Mischief and banana pudding: mi Life in Moon remembers Falwell Sr. I^nchburgpip By Emily DeFosse LIFE! REPORTER Waterstone Restaurant Students gathered in a DeMoss Hall classroom to hear Dr. Jim Moon, Students looking for an out-of- lifelong friend of Dr. Jerry Falwell Sr., the-ordinary Italian eatery should tell stories about growing up with Liberty University's founder. consider dining at Waterstone. The Moon and Falwell both grew up restaurant offers a variety of Italian in Lynchburg, which according to Moon has changed greatly since their food including pizza, paninis and childhood. The bridge that suspends fococcia sandwiches. Waterstone the railroad tracks by the Rivet Ridge offers both indoor and outdoor seating, Mall used to be a one-way wooden bridge, Moon told the students. and has a reasonably priced menu Students who were here while for student budgets. The restaurant is Falwell Sr. was alive usually remember him in his black suit and red tie open Monday - Thursday from 11 a.m. driving around in his SUV, waving - 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday from and almost running over students. 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. and Sunday from 11 However, Falwell Sr. was more than a man in a suit and tie who drove a a.m. -10 p.m. For more information on large vehicle. Waterstone, visit WaterstoneDining.com In their youth, Falwell Sr. and Moon or CraddokTerryHotel.com. were both part of "The Wall Gang," a group of boys from Lynchburg that hung out at the retaining wall outside of what was then Fairview Old City Cemetery Elementary School. Located on the corner of Fourth and "We were a mischievous group," Taylor streets in downtown Lynchburg, Moon said. He went on to describe a Halloween the cemetery provides an excellent night escapade the boys participated opportunity to learn about the city's in where they took a railroad tie and dragged it out into the middle of history. The cemetery is open to the Campbell Street. The group lit it on public everyday throughout the year fire causing the street to catch on fire FOREVER FRIENDS — Jim Moon reminisced about growing up with his friend from dawn until dusk. Admission is free. also. The police and fire departments Dr. Jerry Falwell, who was saved on the same night at Park Avenue Baptist. arrived at the scene but were unable Owners encourage participants to to find out who caused it, because the when Falwell Sr. hid banana pudding Florida for a while but eventually treat themselves to a self-guided tour. boys were watching the scene unfold underneath macaroni and cheese. came back to Lynchburg to work in hiding. "I used to say he had no taste buds," with Falwell Sr. The cemetery also offers guided tours. Relating another story about their Moon said. "He could eat anything." Moon recalled flying into the The prices range from $2 for children pranks, Moon also remembered Jan. 20, 1952 was the turning Lynchburg Airport with Falwell Sr. and $5 for adults. There is a minimum Falwell Sr. figuring out a way to point for Moon and Falwell Sr. The Falwell Sr. would look out the window remove the steering wheel from his twosome heard there were some and point to what is now Liberty tour fee of $30 and appointments 1934 Plymouth while driving and good-looking girls at the Park Avenue Mountain. He could see dorms, must be made two weeks in advance. controlling the car using pliers. While Baptist Church and decided to go see academic buildings and athletic fields Additionally, the cemetery houses The , driving, Falwell Sr. would pull off the for themselves. However, they were where everyone else saw trees. wheel and hand it to whoever was in both convicted by the sermon and Moon finished the evening talking Morning Museum. The museum holds to the passenger seat and ask them to went forward during the invitation. about how much Falwell Sr. loved the the same standards as the cemetery in drive. Coincidently, they met the Lord as students. Falwell Sr. also loved banana well as their future wives that night. "No one ever loved you more than regard to hours of operations and tours. pudding. Moon recalled Falwell Sr.'s The two went on to attend Baptist Dr. Falwell Sr. loved you," Moon For more information on the Old City wife, Macel, would try to keep him Bible College in Springfield, Mo. said. Cemetery, visit GraveGarden.org. from eating large amounts of banana Falwell Sr. came back and at the age pudding, so Falwell Sr. would hide of 22 and began Thomas Road Baptist Contact Emily DeFosse at it from her. Moon recalled a time Church. Moon lived in Indiana and [email protected]. Throughout November, Schenectady, N.Y. Turkey day native Laura Elliot and her family collect traditions memories of blessings in a thankful box. with a twist By Jennifer Bowman LIFE! REPORTER Thanksgiving is about more than turkey, ultimately it's about bringing people together. Some simply sit down around the dinner table for a Thanksgiving feast, while others might spend the entire week surroundingThanksgiving celebrating. Liberty's ReberThomas Dining Hall even celebrates Thanksgiving as it provides all the staple favorites for students. Junior Mackenzie Wolfe, who will, not be traveling home for Thanksgiving, recollects fond memories of Thanksgivings spent in Coral Springs, Fla. "We usually go to the beach in the morning and stay there for a couple hours, then we go home to start cooking," Wolfe said. Wolfe's family members will also go around the dinner table and individually state their gratitude and thankfulness, Wolfe said. After eating so much, calories can pile up, Liberty Egloff spends time with and some families will end up doing something active after the feast. family and friends on the Egloff "After dinner we either go for a walk or a bike ranch in Yorkville, Calif. ride," Wolfe said. Mackenzie Wolfe's family visits the The festivities for the Wolfes keep going through the evening. They waste no time beach in Coral Springs, Fla. starting the Christmas season early by hanging lights and decorating the tree, according to table, my dad reads a Thanksgiving story and stuffed with delicious food, according to Carey. of how blessed we are," Elliott said. "Then we Wolfe. my mom hands out seeds to everyone — we use "That is Thanksgiving with my family, and I sing hymns and thank God for all his mercies." "It's pretty simple, but I love it because I am at these seeds to represent the various things in love it," Carey said. The Elliotts have a different tradition as home with my parents and my dog Zoe," Wolfe our lives that we are thankful for." Finally, Laura Elliot is also a junior and opposed to the Wolfes, Careys and Egloffs. said. No matter how simple or extravagant the -Family members then go around and share resident of Schenectady, N.Y. Elliot's family However, they all seem to have one common celebration, being with loved ones and doing with each other things they are thankful for. has a unique tradition, which she shared. goal — to thank God for the things he has the things that matter with them makes the Egloff also said she also feels it is a great way "My family regularly travels to a house where blessed them with. tradition. to ponder the good things they have received we rent the beach for Thanksgiving because No matter what the tradition, it is always Other students around Liberty celebrate the individually and as a family. we don't like the cold," Elliot said. "A week in the time spent with family and loved ones holiday with a twist. Liberty Egloff, junior and Local students and their families, such as Florida is tons of fun, and we really love getting that makes the difference. It is not how you resident of Yorkville, Calif., shared a unique senior Krystle Carey, will be traveling away to spend time with each other." spend the holiday, rather, the people it is spent family tradition. from home this year, but traditions always The Elliotts have a favored tradition they with that matter. Sometimes, the best way to The EglofT family has a ranch and invites follow them. like to call the "Thankful Box." This is where celebrate is not by eating and participating in extended family over every year for dinner. "My Thanksgiving is where my family, gets they take a small box and decorate it festively festivities but focusing on what is meaningful "Our tradition is to have a big buffet together and the daughters help my mom fix and over the entire month of November, they to each individual — revealing the true meaning breakfast and then the kids and dads spend the food," Carey said. "We all eat the traditional fill the box with slips of paper detailing things of the Thanksgiving holiday. the early afternoon trap/skeet shooting, riding turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes and macaroni they are grateful for, Elliot said. horses, hiking, etc., while the moms prepare and cheese for lunch." "On Thanksgiving morning, we open the box Contact Jennifer Bowman at the evening meal," Egloff stated. "At the dinner The families talk and hang out after being and read all the papers, so we can be reminded [email protected]. "Hippie, mountain people church music" seeks to influence life down here By Amanda Sulliydn^i mission opportunities as have become LIFE! EDfipJgpl i large part of the band members' lives. "We are the richest people in (the) world, iberty University students and College and we have an opportunity to help," Lavender K^&end (CFAW) visitors gathered InfpiJSchilling Center on Saturday, Nov He spoke on the Mocha Club and World LJ 5 ^lllpP'illii^y^-DownheregBMJith e Michael Vision. The Mocha Club is an organization Gur^lW^ma^PI^^a'nids' passions-^\rcn'd'i ' committed to helping orphans m jttsic,£V#*#% past playing music, reaching into the realm of "Mocha Club is about connecting your ministry and rtiissions.: community with our community in Africa," MUSIC MINISTRY — The'Michael Gungor band performs the opening act before Downhere *» Downhere bass guitar player Glenn Lavender according to MochaClub.org. "You start by took the stage in front of College For a Weekend visitors in the Schilling Center. entertained the teens with an icebreaker before giving up $7 a month, the cost of two mochas. •tH^SH^yf-Lavender held up a variety of signs that You get to pick where that money is going." song has personal value beyond his writing it, 'Ending is Beginning' means where God megg displayed^jraSa&such as "ooh," "aah," "laugh," World Vision is a Christian humanitarian according to Germain. - "-' 'M'.";;!-S>.; you - when you realize that's where God le$U§ "ch^^^^WuMefe's.ymrn|" "shh," "single clap" program. The organization is dedicated to "This song is the only song that my dad called and^bui^pMjrender instructed the audience. helping families receive funding across the to say he loved," Germain said. "He was at a Downhere's desire to relate the idea of hcjfe ' on^^^^ffi6^jlw:eplic'ate the sounds he held world. World Vision seeks to demonstrate loss for words, and he is a pastor so words are to its fans coincides with the band's missl.Ohi|| \ upy^^^^Ung^encouraging silence in between God's love to the poor through the love of Jesus his thing." "We always said we wanted to be $a) i 4j?^^^^^g^;erider used the sound cardsto -Christ - tlie organization is motivated by faith; The band proceeded with the concert, soundtrack to the Christian living," Martel sa*d. duphcate'Iifnlpolundof athuni lei stoi m Jfii?£'\ according to Worldvision.org. moving from a more serious tone to a more "We've kept it pretty simple. "When we f£t Lavenden^yiete^p^gcrowd's enthrallment "World Vision is ,a global organization relaxed atmosphere. The band's songs increased started out there was a verse (1 Cor. 13:1-2) that 'Svi^^^^mricl^rid&Ljrfo'duced the Michael with offices in approximately 100 countries," in tempo, and the audience bobbed and clapped stood out to our band. We've kind of used it ajpi /.(Sung^^pnd^S according to Worldvision.org. "These to the rhythm of the music as the band played launching platform. When we're writing soflgs -^^^^^^^nd saving th^the (Michael interdependent national offices are bound its most popular song, "Rockstars." and singing songs, we are trying to keep in migd Gungor,bMid^^^Jbaafe)b.e first band we have together by- a' Covenant of Partnership, a "Some songs we play because we pray them, the fact that this (life) is only temporary.^-wK v '^m^^^^^^^^^^W^iis a lot cooler than Biblically-based agreement that enables us to but others we play because fans demand it," The band's mission also ties into its name'.-3M5* us " I)(Avnlto«!§£juJfong(r Man Martel sajjl_in work together in a unified and complementary Germain said. "This may be last time you hear name "Downhere" originally came from a solig way as we walk alongside those we serve." this song because we have played it about a written by Martel after the death of a-.fr.i6jKlT : ThevJrrayJl>eeijjftajl\ihard?working' tod'-Not- Lavender told the audience of his own i,boo times." who attended the same college. The accidarili, .esen^^^^m'fptow^Ms willini; to putinyhe' experience with the World Vision organization; The band encouraged. the.^udxehce to sing was; Mattel's first experience with death Wd T h jifl«v 01 Jg'.esp\;«.i.illv^gij l^hgstc t 'ifij^jntyfCar i •stating .that he has-pplto^M^fetle boy. He- ^o^g^nfe"ch&a;^adiip^aTr^MJ^hejsongri r.j ^p^g^ifs^M^Martel said', H^^^S'hpl^^ .drapf^^ said sponsors'Tue.^hYw£d j&'Wjioosp. wher«,jKu^ t^Q^tfenclSnosey 'tin.: sh^w^witfeits 'newest ; ^•is^al'joutJhis-.wrtstlt iytrSun'dtr^tandih^^m ,, The four-man band, opened the concert with send their support for the child they choose: • TsffigTeSft'Here I Am." GerrMmlWto'ld the something.;hJi!|ff||ij; especially^|fe|®ilia^^»: i 4 ! "Friend of God." The band played a set of songs "I sponsored a boy from Zimbabwe," audience the song sounds better if they sing to good p&o^le^Fhe so^'ii^bou t^laTvtS>^ from it's album 'MI Need is Here" including Lavender said. "I gave my kid a goat." loud, encouraging the audience to "rock out." surrender to God, trusting that God'se|s^ffl| . "Be Praised," "Heaven's Song" and "Giving It All Lavender then segued from talking about "(The concert was) too great for words," bigger picture. tto^&u5?|ft-ranS|ioriing into a guitar solo by band the organizations into introducing the band CFAW visitor Andrew Carlson, 1,7, said. % "(As. a band), we are constantly trying p§ *me^rjie^K^^^aller The audi^&e clapped in Downhere, The band began its show with a .While the band enjoys pla||||N*music, its remind people that down here is incbhtraj||l&<'.- song off its latest album "Ending is Beginning" main desire is to serve Christfjantl the band: up there, and God cares abouti'^^'wjg live our •^fifH^^^Sano'^rie'r (song)',weM©"Md use your. called "Cathedral Made of People." The band uses rhusic as a tool to share the. gospel with eh^pMar^^s^id^^ singing suppj^^^^^^liltsaid as he introduced then transitioned into the song 'A Better others. The songs on the hand's newest album For more information about Downhet^|||| the nextf|or^pto|pM®0or|iOns he wanted the Way" from the band's album "Wide-eyed and "Ending is Beginning" were written from the Downhere-com, and visit MichaelGutigorBarM, -lau'digr^^^ss^a^e^^^Mi;^ Mystified." The song talks about how the love situations and people observed while theband com for upebming events featuring the.-MicrfiM,:' The M>ng'\vjisJw$itt' jP^H&ghtofthe ofJesu s covers all sins, according to the band. "was$jn|tiie road Gungor band, ; n^nV^r.empt«jo"rtIhinil* ! "(The band) has become more about mie : S^^^Kipe people will listen to the album and i Information about the mission^opffortumtJK hiinsell tli'.it'^GwlSSi it^miiiSK'icjylio^ovi'-'Vy', sharing my faith," lead singer Jason Germain take away a feeling of hope,": Maftgfei' said. "It's supported b.^tche^ana^^m^;Be^duirfd^d 'I he baifijfeifftejijil^^^^fi^amifecl! s "hippie, said. "(Thesong is) more a confession. I realize an album about hope. When we-were writing 3Mocha<^lpb,.org and Wo^lv^^^^g^^p ||isple church inusi^i^yiflmH'^>j)'ng"> that I have hurt people too;" and recording -it/ we wanted to make an album "Say So." I Mv^?f Germain continued to reminisce abouthis life. people could make their life soundtrack no During ^th^as^ffie^^^^pW