By Elizabeth Clarke, LCU News PINEVILLE, La. (LCU News) - Louisiana Christian University President Mark Johnson has announced the appointment of two new executives to his leadership team: Keri Beth “KB” Thomas as executive director of student life and Brenna Moore as executive director of enrollment management. Thomas, a seasoned higher education professional, will oversee all aspects of student life at LCU. With a background in student affairs and campus engagement, Thomas is dedicated to fostering a vibrant campus community that nurtures students' personal and spiritual development. “I’m thrilled to return to the student life office as I begin my 20th year at LCU,” Thomas said. “It’s an honor to continue serving a community I care deeply about. I look forward to partnering with an incredible team to cultivate a vibrant campus environment where students can form lifelong friendships and create meaningful memories. “My hope is that, during their time at LCU, students will grow in their love for Jesus, gain clarity about their calling, and enjoy every step of the journey.” Moore brings extensive experience in enrollment strategies and student recruitment to her new role. She will lead efforts to attract and retain … [Read more...]

By Elizabeth Clarke, LCU News PINEVILLE, La. (LCU News) - For the Harmon family from Lafayette, it’s three times the celebration this May 10, when all three siblings will graduate from Louisiana Christian University. Jonn, 22; Jess, 21; and Jade, 22, will all earn their bachelor’s degrees in the commencement ceremonies taking place in Guinn Auditorium on the Pineville campus, May 10. Jonn will earn his Bachelor of Arts in accounting and plans to work on his master’s in accounting. Jade is completing a double major in biology and chemistry, plus a minor in accounting, and will enter optometry school in the fall. Jess will receive his Bachelor of Science in biology with a chemistry minor. He, too, plans to continue his studies, going to physician’s assistant school and specializing in forensics. Jess said he got interested in the field from playing a video game and then getting a job working at the Louisiana Forensics Center. “They handle homicides and suspicious deaths,” he said. “I took notes and cleaned up. Fun times!” The three—who definitely argue like siblings—said going to college together has actually brought them a lot closer together. “We didn’t have a lot of classes together before college,” Jess … [Read more...]

By Elizabeth Clarke, LCU News PINEVILLE, La. (LCU News) - Best-selling author and former Ramsey Solutions personality Christy Wright spoke, April 1, to the attendees at the 3rd Annual Maggie Martin Marketplace Leadership Summit on how biblical principles connect to business practices. Wright, the author of the No. 1 best-selling Business Boutique, Take Back Your Time and Living True, is a certified business coach, dynamic speaker and personal development expert, who was a Ramsey Solutions personality for 12 years before God led her on a new journey. She said it doesn’t matter the kind of business you work in. If you are a believer, God is already there “because He is in you. He gave you your first idea, your first client, your first dollar. You are the light of the world. You bring it everywhere you go. Just let Him shine through you.” Wright offered three key points on living biblically in the business world: value people over policy, value prayer over productivity and value obedience over everything. People over policy Matthew 7:12 is the Golden Rule, Wright noted. It states that in everything, we are to treat others as we want to be treated ourselves. Christians should always remember that in business … [Read more...]

By Elizabeth Clarke, LCU News PINEVILLE, La. (LCU News) - Ten Louisiana Christian University honors students presented research at the 5th Annual C.S. Lewis Honors Forum, March 22. “It is always such an honor and privilege to witness the culmination of the years of hard work each of these students has put forth,” said Honors Program Director Sarah Payne. “This year's presentations clearly demonstrated each of these student's commitment to academic scholarship. These students truly embody our motto from Lewis himself – ‘thirst was made for water; inquiry for truth.’ I look with joy to their future impacts as Christian scholars and professionals.” Riley Armstrong, a senior biology and chemistry major from Eunice, presented “Recycled Ground Glass as a Sand Substitute in Potting Soil.” Her study investigated the potential of using recycled glass as a substitute for sand in potting soils to promote environmentally sustainable practices. Glass recycling offers significant environmental benefits, such as reducing air pollution, saving energy and minimizing landfill waste. The research examined whether recycled ground glass can effectively replace sand in soil mixtures without compromising plant growth. Armstrong plans to … [Read more...]

By Cayden Walls, LCU News PINEVILLE, La. (LCU News) - Theatre Louisiana Christian and the Louisiana Christian University music department open the third and final show of the 2024-2025 season March 20 with “Little Women: the Broadway Musical.” “This show is unique because it provides perspective from people from all walks of life,” said senior vocal performance major and theatre minor Cheyenne Carbaugh, who plays the role of Jo March. “ This show so beautifully portrays what it means to be a sister, what it means to be a mother, what it means to mourn, and just what it means to live. I feel like this show can touch almost anyone in any season and almost anyone can find bits of themselves in the four March sisters.” Based on Louisa May Alcott's life and novel Little Women, the show follows the adventures of sisters Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy March. Jo is trying to sell her stories for publication, but the publishers are not interested. Her friend Professor Bhaer tells her that she has to do better and write more about her own life. Begrudgingly taking this advice, Jo weaves the story of herself and her sisters and their experiences. “I am excited for audiences to come see this production,” said junior theatre, media and … [Read more...]

By Elizabeth Clarke, LCU News PINEVILLE, La. (LCU News) - Louisiana Christian University Department of Natural Sciences and Mathematics graduating class of 2025 has achieved 100 percent acceptance rate into graduate and professional programs, according to Department Chair David Elliott, professor of chemistry. “This is one of the top two or three classes we’ve ever had,” Elliott said. “Many of them have a 4.0. We have a lot of good students, but this is a group we hate to see go.” Graduating seniors by programs are: LSU-Shreveport Medical School Leanna Lanford, of Pineville, honors biology/chemistry double major Ethan Lanford, of Pineville, biology/chemistry double major Ethan Barnes, of Ball, biology major Cy Fontenot, of Alexandria, biology major Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine – Louisiana VCOM, Monroe Kamryn West, of Pine Prairie, honors biology/chemistry double major Madelyn Duncan, of Alexandria, biology major LSU Health Physical Therapy School, New Orleans Brianne Rotolo, of Bridge City, honors biology major Rosenberg School of Optometry at University of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, Texas Jade Harmon, of Lafayette, honors biology/chemistry double major “Our … [Read more...]

By LCU News PINEVILLE, La. (LCU News) - Louisiana Christian University is hosting a virtual March Madness Fitness Challenge for the campus and the Central Louisiana community. “By providing this fitness challenge, we hope to inspire and motivate others to get active,” said Sonia Tinsley, chair of the Department of Exercise Science. “With the spring weather, there are so many opportunities to get outside and be active.” The March Madness Fitness Challenge is part of LCU’s Step Up, Cenla program funded by The Rapides Foundation. The challenge is open to all ages and fitness levels. Whether you’re a fitness enthusiast or just getting started, LCU wants to help get others active this spring. A prize will be awarded in each category: individuals by age group, community team, worksite team and school team. Participants will track and record their minutes of physical activity each week instead of recording steps. Approved activities include walking, jogging and running, aerobic exercise, swimming, yoga, weight training, bicycle riding (stationary or on a path), pickle ball, tennis, and gardening activities such as raking and pushing a lawn mower. In addition to the challenge, LCU will be offering free workouts at the … [Read more...]