Dr. Maggie Martin Marketplace Leadership Summit to be held April 13
By Lexi Rachal, Wildcats Media Registration for the inaugural Dr. Maggie Martin Marketplace Leadership Summit is in full swing. The April 13 event begins at 11:30 a.m. in Granberry…
LCU announces spring 2023 Commencement speaker
By Brandon Brown, Wildcats Media Frank B. Ashley III, the executive associate dean of Texas A&M Bush School of Government and Public Service, will be the keynote speaker at Louisiana…
Homeschool Preview Day to be held March 28
Louisiana Christian University will host a Homeschool Preview Day Tuesday for any homeschool student interested in attending in the fall. Regisration begins at 8:30 a.m., and the event runs from…
Top 25 Forbes’ business leader brings encouragement, chocolate to LCU
Louisiana Christian University’s 7th Annual God in the Workplace series began this year with a guilty confession. “My name is Kenny, and I’m a chocoholic,” announced Dr. Kenny Holt, dean…
History students take top two awards at Phi Alpha Theta state meeting
Louisiana Christian University history majors took first and second-place honors for their research papers presented March 17 at the regional meeting of Phi Alpha Theta in Alexandria. Shelby Cumpton, of…
Chocolate company CEO to speak at LCU’s God in the Workplace series next week
Town Talk Staff Reports The founder and CEO of the Missouri-based chocolate company, Askinosie Chocolate, will be the speaker of the 7th annual God in the Workplace Series set for…
LCU to offer new financial literacy course using biblical approach
Melinda Martinez by Alexandria Town Talk Louisiana Christian University’s Young School of Business is partnering with the Ron Blue Institute to use its literature in a new course this fall…
7th Annual God in the Workplace to be sweetest one ever
Louisiana Christian University will welcome the founder and CEO of Askinosie Chocolate as speaker at the 7th Annual God in the Workplace Series March 20-21. Shawn Askinosie, who started the…
LCU Wildcat Debate to compete at National Competition in Boise, Idaho
Five members of the Louisiana Christian University Debate Team will travel to Boise State University March 22-26 to compete in the final contest of the season. Four national champions will…
Louisiana Christian University to host spring Career Fair
The Center for Calling & Career at Louisiana Christian University will host a job fair Thursday, March 16 for students seeking future employment. This event allows interested students to apply…
‘Duck Dynasty’ Robertsons expose lies of abortion industry, share hope
Alan Robertson, the eldest son of Duck Commander Phil Robertson, and his wife Lisa spoke Monday night at Louisiana Christian University as part of the Christ, Church, Culture series of…
Spring Revival kicks off Tuesday at Louisiana Christian University
Dr. Heath Peloquin will be the speaker for Louisiana Christian University’s Spring Revival, which runs Tuesday through Thursday at 11 a.m., in Guinn Auditorium. Peloquin serves as senior pastor of…
Duck Commander’s Al Robertson to speak at C3 on pro-life issues
Louisiana Christian University will hold its third Christ Church Culture event of the spring semester with Al and Lisa Robertson on Monday, March 6 at 6:30 p.m. in Guinn Auditorium.…
Freeman tells LCU students: ‘You’re our best hope’ toward racial reconciliation
The Rev. Robert Freeman challenged Louisiana Christian University students in a crowded Guinn Auditorium Monday night to be the generation to bring about racial reconciliation by having authentic conversations with…
LCU to host spring Preview Day March 11; scholarships to be given
By Victoria Watson, Wildcats Media Louisiana Christian University is looking for its newest Wildcats! LCU will hold its spring 2023 Preview Day on March 11 for current high school students…
LCU business school forms partnership with Ron Blue Institute
Louisiana Christian University Young School of Business will formally announce its new partnership with the Ron Blue Institute at a press conference Tuesday, Feb. 28, at 3:30 p.m. in Granberry…
LCU invites high school seniors to audition for musical ensembles, scholarships
High school seniors who sing or play a musical instrument are invited to audition for Louisiana Christian University’s premier musical ensembles—and a chance to earn scholarship money. Elevate, the band…
LCU hosts national speaker on racial reconciliation at C3 event Feb. 27
Louisiana Christian University welcomes the Rev. Robert Freeman for its Christ Church Culture event Monday at 6:30 p.m. Robert Freeman Ministries is an important Christian voice in the national conversation…
Louisiana Christian to face LSUA in the first round of RRAC men’s and women’s tournaments
ALEXANDRIA – Rapides Parish’s two Red River Athletic Conference programs will face off in the opening round of both the men’s and women’s postseason RRAC tournaments when the event begins…
LCU English students earn recognition, publication
Two Louisiana Christian University English majors, Samantha Ray, of Centerpoint, and Delaina Doyle Walley, of Hineston, were accepted to present their research at the Eighth Annual Regional Student Scholars Forum…
Convergence Media students, professor earn awards at SEJC
Louisiana Christian University convergence media students made their mark this weekend at the 2023 Southeast Journalism Conference—earning honors for their work in writing, broadcast reporting, public relations, and editorial cartoons.…
LCU hosts Mike Golay of Behold Israel in first C3 of spring semester
Louisiana Christian University’s first Christ, Church, Culture event of the spring 2023 semester. The title of his presentation is: “Where are we on the prophetic timeline?” Behold Israel is a…
LCU spotlights heart health Feb. 8 with Dr. Gary Jones
Louisiana Christian University will host Dr. Gary Jones, a Louisiana cardiovascular surgeon, on Feb. 8 to discuss his campaign to “Keep Louisiana Walking.” “February is Heart Health Month, and walking…
Theatre Louisiana Christian presents debut of student-written play
By Carmen Taffi, Wildcats Media Theatre Louisiana Christian opens Thursday with the mysterious “It’s About Time,” which follows high school students around while they travel through time. This is the…
LCU to hold events in honor of Black History Month
Several events will be held in February on campus at Louisiana Christian University in honor of Black History Month, including a Culture from Around the World event, gospel concert and…
Tioga senior awarded Smith Scholarship for fall 2023
By Lexi Rachal, Wildcats Media Kylee Vanhoof, a senior at Tioga High School in Ball, was awarded the Smith Scholarship for 2023 after competing against 12 other seniors at the…
Rennier named Vice President of Student Life
Louisiana Christian University President Dr. Rick Brewer has announced the promotion of Meredith Rennier to the position of Vice President of Student Life. Rennier has been serving as Executive Director…
Fowlers provide $1.25 million to LCU Jonathan E. Martin MBA program
Louisiana Christian University announces a gift of $1.25 million to establish the Mary Martin Fowler Endowed Chair in the Jonathan E. Martin Master of Business Administration program. Ellis and Heather…
LCU President elected to chairman of LAICU, IABCU
Louisiana Christian University President Dr. Rick Brewer has been elected to serve two organizations important to Christian higher education. Brewer will be serving as Chairman of the Board of Presidents…
LCU students from area parishes earn fall academic honors
Louisiana Christian University announces the students from Rapides, Grant, and Vernon parishes who earned placement on the Dean’s and President’s List for the fall 2022 semester. The Dean’s List includes…
Scholarship launched in memory of LCU ‘poster child of vivaciousness’
Emily Jean Rodgers, LCU Class of 2020, would have been celebrating her 25th birthday this week. Instead, her family and friends are sharing memories and pictures on social media—trying to…
Robertson named Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs
Louisiana Christian University history professor Dr. Henry O. Robertson has been named Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs. Robertson is the Hogan Family Board of Regents Professor of History. He…
Latin named to two NAIA All-America teams
PINEVILLE – After turning in one of the most dominating single-season performances in Louisiana Christian University’s football history, defensive lineman Micah Latin added more honors and hardware to his trophy case this…
LAC director named ‘Hero Among Us’ by St. Jude
Ronnie Schwartz, who fundraises on behalf of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, is recognized with the 2022 St. Jude Hero Among Us award during the St. Jude Memphis Marathon® Weekend…
LCU mourns loss of beloved longtime professor
With great sorrow, Louisiana Christian University announces the death of longtime faculty member Tim Roper, who died Monday after an extended illness following surgery a year ago. Roper was a…
LCU President Makes Case for a Christian University
Louisiana Christian University President Dr. Rick Brewer spoke passionately at the annual Founder’s Day Chapel on Nov. 8, making a solid case for the necessity of a Christian University. “Clearly,…
U.S. Rep. Mike Johnson special guest for LCU 7th annual Value and Ethics series
By Lexi Rachal, Wildcats Media Louisiana Christian University hosted its 7th annual Value and Ethics conference on Nov. 10 in Guinn Auditorium with U.S. Rep. Mike Johnson (R-La.) as the…
LCU announces new dean of nursing
Louisiana Christian University President Dr. Rick Brewer announced Dr. Tomekia Luckett as the new Dean of Nursing today at a press conference in Granberry Conference Center. Luckett has more than…
LCU Founder’s Day pays tribute to Nortons, Tudors and architect of Library
Louisiana Christian University celebrated its annual fall Founder’s Day Chapel on Tuesday, Nov. 8, with a historical marker unveiling in honor of the Richard W. Norton Memorial Library. “In the…
LCU Wildcat Debate makes it to finals in Shreveport tournament
Two members of the Louisiana Christian University Debate Team advanced to the novice outrounds in the 47th annual Red River Swing Tournament at Louisiana State University Shreveport Nov. 4-6. And…
LCU social work class to host suicide awareness documentary screening
“My Ascension,” a documentary film about Dutchtown, Louisiana teen Emma Benoit and the aftermath of her suicide attempt in 2017 and road to healing will be shown at Louisiana Christian…
Louisiana Christian to announce new dean of nursing
A new dean of nursing for Louisiana Christian University will be announced at a press conference Thursday, Nov. 10 at 11 a.m. in Granberry Conference Center. LCU President Dr. Rick…
LCU presents 7th Annual Values and Ethics Series Nov. 10th
Congressman Mike Johnson and his wife Kelly will speak at Louisiana Christian University’s 7th Annual Values & Ethics Series, which will be held Thursday, Nov. 10 at 6 p.m. in…
LCU hosts C. S. Lewis film screening event for final fall C3 event
Louisiana Christian University will host a screening of the film “C. S. Lewis: The Most Reluctant Convert” for its final Christ, Church, Culture event of the fall semester. The film…
McMillian crowned LCU 2022 Homecoming Queen
Louisiana Christian University crowned senior Bailey McMillian, of Stonewall, Louisiana, 2022 Homecoming Queen on Saturday. She is a pre-med biology major with a minor in chemistry. “It is such an…
LCU honors four as Distinguished Alumni for 2022
By Al Quartemont As part of its annual homecoming celebration, Louisiana Christian University presented four Distinguished Alumni awards Friday at Granberry Conference Center. Those honors went to Larry Perkins from…
LCU inducts three into Sports Hall of Fame
From left: Jeremy Vujnovich, Dr. Blaine Broussard, and Anthony “A.J.” Gaines By Al Quartemont Louisiana Christian University inducted three former standout athletes into its Sports Hall of Fame Friday in…
‘Comedy of Errors’ opens Oct. 27 at Theatre Louisiana Christian
By Victoria Watson, Wildcats Media Theatre of Louisiana Christian opens its first show of the 2022-23 season on Oct. 27 with Shakespeare’s “The Comedy of Errors.” The show is directed…
LCU Psychology Club to host Community Awareness Fair
Louisiana Christian University Psychology Club will hold a Community Awareness Fair Friday, Oct. 28 to showcase all the services that are available to people in Central Louisiana. The fair is…
Letter to Pastors Regarding LBC ’22
Dear Pastor, Please know of my deep appreciation for you and your faithful service day after day. What a rich blessing it is to be a co-laborer in Kingdom Advancement…
LCU: Bring students to ‘Preview Day’
By Brian Blackwell, Baptist Message staff writer PINEVILLE, La. (LBM) – Louisiana Christian University is preparing to give students an exclusive view of campus and academic life during what President…
Chelette to speak at LCU’s first Christ, Church, Culture event of semester
Louisiana Christian University will hold the first event of its fall Christ Church Culture Lecture Series on Monday, Sept. 26, at 6:30 p.m. with founder of Living Hope Ministries Ricky…
LCU fall revival runs through Thursday on campus
Nashville-area pastor Curtis “CZ” Zackery got real with Louisiana Christian University students Tuesday, as he kicked off the fall revival series in Revelation 3. Zackery encouraged the audience to not…
Former Pineville Mayor Fields and wife honored in Chapel
Louisiana Christian University honored the former Pineville Mayor and his wife, Clarence and Rosa Fields, Tuesday for their outstanding contributions to Central Louisiana and the university community. President Rick Brewer…
Jonathan E. Martin MBA officially dedicated at LCU; Dr. Maggie Martin Marketplace Leadership Summit announced
Louisiana Christian University formally dedicated its Jonathan E. Martin Master of Business Administration program Thursday to a packed Granberry Conference Center. It was clear by the outpouring of support from…
Curtis Zackery to speak at LCU fall revival Sept. 20-22
Curtis Zackery, a pastor at the rapidly growing multi-campus Church of the City in Franklin, Tennessee, will return to Louisiana Christian University to deliver the messages for this fall’s revival.…
Michigan students embrace different community, culture at LCU
Nearly three-quarters of college students attend schools in their home states, a minority will attend neighboring in neighboring states—and a few adventurous souls will travel far away leaving behind the…
Deville student earns national Delta Mu Delta scholarship
Abigail Shields, a senior business management and marketing major from Deville, has earned a $500 scholarship award from international business honor society Delta Mu Delta. DMD awarded 66 scholarships nationwide…
Martin MBA dedication to be held Sept. 15 at LCU
Louisiana Christian University will hold its formal dedication of the Jonathan E. Martin Master of Business Administration Thursday, Sept. 15, at 11:30 a.m. in the Granberry Conference Center. The online…
LCU, Rapides Schools proving community is better together on football field
As football season gets under way, Louisiana Christian University announces a new partnership with Rapides Parish Schools to give area high school bands the opportunity to perform the half-time show…
LCU Chapel speakers to tackle Book of Revelation this academic year
Dr. Steve Horn, executive director for Louisiana Baptists, encouraged Louisiana Christian University students in Tuesday’s Chapel to make decisions with their end goals in mind. He spoke today on Revelation…
Mason named Vice President of Intercollegiate Athletics
Three athletic awards announced, named in honor of outstanding alum Louisiana Christian University has promoted longtime Athletic Director Reni Mason to a new post. In Tuesday’s Freshmen Convocation, President Rick Brewer…