Louisiana Christian University Student-Athletes turn in cumulative 3.04 GPA
PINEVILLE – Louisiana Christian University’s varsity student-athletes excelled in the classroom during the 2022-23 academic year, as the school announced the cumulative GPA for student-athletes was 3.04 for the year.…
LCU announces new online master’s degree for fall 2023
Enrollment is open for Louisiana Christian University’s newest online graduate program. The Master of Strategic Leadership (MSL) will begin its first cohort in August and is designed for leaders and…
LCU matches students with internships, prepares them for careers
With COVID, prayerfully, in our rear-view mirror, more students had the chance to do in-person internships this academic year, and at least one Louisiana Christian University graduate was able to…
LCU overcomes weather, Texarkana to advance in RRAC Tournament
STERLINGTON, La. – Neither a five-hour weather delay for rain and lightning nor Texas A&M–Texarkana’s baseball team could stop the Wildcats of Louisiana Christian University from advancing to the next…
LCU holds 168th Commencement Exercises
Dr. Frank B. Ashley III delivered a nostalgic and encouraging keynote address during Saturday’s Louisiana Christian University’s 168th Commencement Exercises. “I hate to tell you but earning this degree is…
State Nursing Board approves LCU’s new nursing degree programs
The Louisiana State Board of Nursing has approved Louisiana Christian University’s new Bachelor of Science in Nursing program and curriculum that will launch in the spring of 2024. The board…
Louisiana Christian opens RRAC Tournament with 2-0 win over Jarvis Christian
STERLINGTON, La. – Louisiana Christian University’s baseball team began postseason play Friday with a 2-0 victory over Jarvis Christian (Texas) in the opening round of the 2023 Red River Athletic…
LCU graduates look forward to bright futures
Louisiana Christian University will hold its 168th Commencement Exercises Saturday for 182 undergraduates and 77 master’s degree candidates. For some, their educational pursuits are not finished. They will pursue graduate…
LCU junior from Lafayette awarded first Clarence & Rosa Fields Scholarship
Louisiana Christian University has announced the first recipient of the Clarence & Rosa Fields Emerging Black Leader Scholarship. Olivia Scott, a junior psychology major from Lafayette, received the award during…
LCU to make major announcement about nursing program
Louisiana Christian University President Dr. Rick Brewer will announce major changes to the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and the accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN) programs. Date:…
BESE president addresses LCU education students
Louisiana Christian University education students got some great advice – and some gratitude—for their career choice from the state president of the Board of Elementary and Secondary Educators this week.…
LCU education alumni recognized as top of their profession
Nineteen Rapides Parish School District teachers who have been recognized as this year’s educators of the year have something in common besides the classroom. They all earned their credentials at…
LCU recognizes outstanding students at Honors Convocation
Louisiana Christian University held its 62nd Annual Honors Convocation Tuesday, recognizing the outstanding accomplishments of students in academics and athletics. Student awards and recipients are listed below by department: …
Auntie Anne’s Pretzels founder shares twisted journey at Maggie Martin Marketplace Leadership Summit
By Lexi Rachal, Wildcats Media Louisiana Christian University kicked off its inaugural Dr. Maggie Martin Marketplace Leadership Summit featuring keynote speaker Anne Beiler, founder of Auntie Anne’s Pretzels, Thursday afternoon…
Red River Wind Symphony Concert to be held April 20
Louisiana Christian University will host the Red River Wind Symphony in concert Thursday, April 20 at 7 p.m. in Guinn Auditorium. LCU Chair of Fine Arts Jacob Wittkopp said the…
Nationally renowned Christian apologist explains evil’s existence
Why does God allow babies to die? Why do Christians suffer from cancer or die from COVID? These are questions believers struggle with understanding why a good God allows pain.…
LCU music alum Thomason receives national honor
Teresa Layssard Thomason, a 1991 graduate of Louisiana Christian University (formerly Louisiana College), has been named Music Teachers National Association Foundation Fellow. She received the award March 27 in Reno,…
LCU students to participate in Adopt-a-Street clean-up
Louisiana Christian University Greek student organizations Kappa Omicron and Lambda Chi Beta will be participating in city clean-up efforts in Alexandria on April 14. The university has adopted an area…
Christian apologist Frank Turek to speak April 10th at LCU
Louisiana Christian University welcomes back renowned Christian apologist Dr. Frank Turek April 10 for the final Christ, Church, Culture event of the spring semester. Turek will discuss the topic: “If…
LCU to hold campus-wide active shooter drill
Louisiana Christian University will hold an active shooter drill on campus this week. “The health, welfare, and safety of our students, faculty and staff are our highest priority,” said LCU…
LCU students present research at 3rd Annual C.S. Lewis Honors Forum
Ten students presented research Saturday during the 3rd Annual C.S. Lewis Honors Forum at Louisiana Christian University. The interdisciplinary research project is the final requirement in fulfillment of the C.S.…
Miya McKinney
PINEVILLE – Louisiana Christian University women’s basketball player Miya McKinney has continued to add awards and accolades since the conclusion of the 2022-23 season. A senior from Ville Platte, La.,…
LCU starting Scholars Academy for stand-out high schoolers to earn two years of college credit
Louisiana Christian University launches the Louisiana Christian Scholars Academy this fall for high school students looking for a serious jump-start on their college studies. It is designed to offer…
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…