Louisiana Christian University renovates residence halls, upgrades landscaping on campus

February 2, 2021

By Dr. Elizabeth Christian Pineville, LA (LCU News) – Except for the fewer number of trees, one would never know – driving on Louisiana Christian University’s campusβ€”that the school had…

Black History Month events begin at Louisiana Christian University with celebration of diversity

January 29, 2021

Pineville, LA (LCU News) – Louisiana Christian University will host two events in February in honor of Black History Month. Feb. 2, a symposium celebrating the diversity on campus will…

MSW program seeks to fill need in CENLA for graduate level social workers

January 22, 2021

By Sierra Boudreaux, Wildcats Media Service to others comes in many forms. Allison Dean thought her journey would include being a pastry chef and nourishing the appetites of customers. Instead,…

TLCU’s production of β€œThe Wiz” to open Jan. 22 following long COVID delay

January 15, 2021

By Dr. Elizabeth Christian Pineville, LA (LCU News) – Theatre Louisiana Christian University (tLCU) and the Louisiana Christian University Department of Music will present the popular Broadway musical β€œThe Wiz”…

LCU named a β€˜Top 30 Christian College’ by national research group

January 12, 2021

By Dr. Elizabeth Christian Pineville, LA (LCU News) – Louisiana Christian University has been named a Top 30 Christian College by BestValueSchools.org, a research and resource group committed to helping…

Louisiana Christian University classes cancelled January 11, offices open on delayed start

January 10, 2021

Louisiana Christian University prepares for potential wintry weather on Monday, January 11. Please note the following regarding course instruction and campus operations. All classes are cancelled on Monday, January 11.…

LCU alum and wife provide charitable gift annuity with college as beneficiary

January 5, 2021

By Dr. Elizabeth Christian Pineville, LA (LCU News) – A journey that began from a $100 scholarship for one Baton Rouge teenager has grown over 60 years and affected countless…

LCU art alumnus turns unemployment into winning artwork in 2020

December 9, 2020

Alex Felter found freelance art business to be a 2020 blessing in disguise By Elizabeth Barfoot Christian The year 2020 has been confusing and complicated for everyoneβ€”in addition to COVID…

LCU President releases holiday CD to support student scholarships

December 2, 2020

Looking for a small gift for a loved one? Or just in the mood for some holiday music? You can check both those off your list while supporting local college…

LCU addresses racism in the 21st century during annual Values and Ethics Conference

November 13, 2020

By Alena Noakes, Wildcats Media β€œGod’s plan is to unite us as one, and you have the opportunity to be a part of that process.” That was the message of…

LCU honored for best business website by Central Louisiana Chamber of Commerce

November 13, 2020

By Elizabeth Christian Pineville, LA (LCU News) Louisiana Christian University won Best Business Website at this year’s Central Louisiana Regional Chamber of Commerce Business Awards held Friday, Nov. 6 at…

LCU gets high marks in diversity from college review website

November 6, 2020

By Brandon Brown, Wildcats Media Louisiana Christian University has been named the second most diverse campus in Louisiana by niche.com, a rating and review website of the college experience. Niche.com…

LCU commemorates 100 years of friendship with the city of Alexandria

October 30, 2020

By Alena Noakes, Wildcats Media Louisiana Christian University (LCU) held its annual Founder’s Day Chapel service on Thursday, Oct. 29, 2020, in Guinn Auditorium. This year’s Founder’s Day ceremony recognized…

HEERF Reporting

October 29, 2020

HEERF Student Portion CARES 30-Day Report 05/2020 CARES 45-Day Report 07/2020 CARES 3rd Quarter Report 09/2020 CARES 4th Quarter Report 12/2020 CARES/CRRSAA 1st Quarter Report 03/2021Β  CARES/CRRSAA 2nd Quarter Report…

LCU to recognize relationship with city of Alexandria at Founders Day

October 23, 2020

Members of the CENLA community are invited to attend Louisiana Christian University Founders Day ceremonies Thursday, Oct. 29, 2020 at 11 a.m. in Guinn Auditorium. This year Founders Day will…

C3 Conference celebrates role of women in ministry

October 22, 2020

By Darrell Brown and Sierra Boudreaux, Wildcats Media Louisiana Christian University’s annual C3 Conference held Tuesday night tackled the topic of the role of women in today’s church. β€œThis topic…

LCU offers biblical response to racism in 5th annual Values & Ethics Series

October 21, 2020

By Dr. Elizabeth Christian Former professional baseball player Chris Singleton will be the keynote speaker for Louisiana Christian University’s 5th Annual Values & Ethics Series, Nov. 4-5. Singleton, whose mother…

LCU to host October conference on the role of women in ministry

October 13, 2020

By Dr. Elizabeth Christian Louisiana Christian University will host its annual C3 Conference Oct. 20 in the Granberry Conference Center on campus. The event was postponed from March. This year’s…

Dr. Ben H. Yang Memorial Service

October 13, 2020

Dr. Ben H. Yang Memorial Service Louisiana Christian University will host a memorial service for Dr. Ben H. Yang on Saturday, October 17, at 11 a.m. in Guinn Auditorium. Dr.…

LCU to hold Virtual Preview Day for high school students Oct. 24

October 12, 2020

By Aaron Quartemont, Wildcats Media Louisiana Christian University will be hosting a Virtual Preview Day Saturday, October 24, from 1 – 3 p.m. This event will be similar to one…

Hurricane Delta Update: LCU Thursday afternoon, Friday classes will be remote

October 8, 2020

Louisiana Christian University continues its preparations for Hurricane Delta. Please note the following regarding course instruction and campus operations. No in-person courses will be held on campus from Thursday at…

LCU makes key additions to leadership team

October 6, 2020

By Dr. Beth Christian Louisiana Christian University President Dr. Rick Brewer has announced three new key leadership appointments this fall: Dr. Will Smallwood, Dr. Eric Pratt and Dr. Mary E.…

LCU Named Safest Campus in State

October 1, 2020

By Brandon Brown, Wildcats Media Louisiana Christian University has been named the safest college campus in Louisiana by Niche.com. Niche.com is a rating and review website for facets of the…

LCU strengthens connections to students with new organizational structure

September 24, 2020

By Dr. Elizabeth Christian Pineville, LA (LCU News)-Β  College students today face very different technological needs than their parents’ generation. The increased demands on their attention and seismic cultural shifts…

Students experiencing stress, depression have access to new online healthcare service

September 14, 2020

By Joel Thompson, Wildcats Media Louisiana Christian University has unveiled a new student healthcare service this semester called LCU Care, to supplement on-campus health services during the COVID-19 outbreak. LCU…

New freshmen orientation staff assist new students with navigating campus life

September 14, 2020

By Kylei Cornelison, Wildcats Media Staff This semester Louisiana Christian University introduced a new freshmen orientation staff called the Wildcat Navigators. The new staff was created to build lasting relationships…

Longtime LCU President Robert Lynn left lasting legacy

September 11, 2020

Robert Lynn, who faithfully served more than two decades as the sixth president of Louisiana Christian University, died Tuesday, Sept. 8 in Norman, Oklahoma. He was 88. Lynn served as…

Louisiana Christian University awarded grant for campus safety, security

September 8, 2020

Louisiana Christian University has been awarded $100,000 for enhancements to campus lighting, security cameras, and personal screening devices for campus events. The funds are part of the FY 2020 Nonprofit…

Online Project Management certificate program launches at LCU

September 3, 2020

The Division of Business at Louisiana Christian University has welcomed its first cohort of students into a Project Management certificate program this fall. The Project Management Certificate Program (PMC) is…

LCU classes to resume Sept. 7; most residential halls to reopen beginning Sept. 1

August 31, 2020

Louisiana Christian University has extended its closure due to Hurricane Laura through the week and will resume all undergraduate and graduate fall semester courses Monday, Sept. 7. Students living in…

Louisiana Christian University remains closed for classes through Wednesday, Sept. 2

August 31, 2020

Louisiana Christian University remains closed for classes through Wednesday, Sept. 2. Essential employees will report to the campus Monday as assigned. College officials are monitoring the situation and will provide…

Louisiana Christian University closed Wednesday-Friday for weather, will continue classes remotely

August 25, 2020

Louisiana Christian University continues its preparations for Hurricane Laura. Please note the following regarding course instruction and campus operations. No in-person courses will be held on campus from Wednesday, August…

LCU moves to hybrid class schedule beginning Monday, August 24

August 23, 2020

Most Louisiana Christian University fall semester classes face-to-face classes will move to a hybrid model beginning Monday, Aug. 24 in an effort to limit student exposure to COVID-19. β€œTransitioning to…

Louisiana Christian University Welcomes Students to Campus for Fall Semester

August 12, 2020

Louisiana Christian University welcomes students to campus for fall semester By Dr. Beth Christian August 11, 2020 Louisiana Christian University will begin weLCUoming its students back to campus this week.…

LCU Hosts Awakening to Kick off Fall Semester

August 12, 2020

LCU hosts Awakening to kick off fall semester Curtis Zackery will be the keynote speaker at Louisiana Christian University’s β€œThe Awakening,” part of fall Welcome Weekend activities. Zackery, better known…

LCU Partners with National Nonprofit in Support of Low-Income, First-Generation Students

July 29, 2020

LCU Partners with National Nonprofit in Support of Low-Income, First-Generation Students By Dr. Elizabeth Christian July 28, 2020 Louisiana Christian University ​has partnered with nonprofit Strive for College to strengthen…

LCU awarded grant of more than $110K to β€˜Step Up’ community fitness

July 26, 2020

LCU awarded grant of more than $110K to β€˜Step Up’ community fitness By Dr. Elizabeth Christian July 20, 2020 Louisiana Christian University has been awarded a Healthy Behaviors Program Grant…

LCU takes over ownership of Louisiana Athletic Club in Pineville, Alexandria

July 22, 2020

New manager of LAC named By Dr. Elizabeth Christian July 22, 2020 Louisiana Christian University became the sole owner of the Louisiana Athletic Club locations in Pineville and Alexandria this…

Dear Class of December 2019 and May 2020

July 20, 2020

July 20, 2020 Dear Class of December 2019 and May 2020: Following much consideration and the latest announcement by Gov. John Bel Edwards on the resurgence in COVID-19 cases in…

Louisiana Christian University, CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Announce Cabrini Scholars Program

July 16, 2020

Louisiana Christian University, CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini announce Cabrini Scholars program By Dr. Elizabeth Christian July 16, 2020 PINEVILLE, La. (LCUNews)–Β CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital and Louisiana Christian University have…

Louisiana Christian University Announces Fall Semester Plans

July 16, 2020

College will reopen to students in August with safety precautions in place By Dr. Elizabeth Christian July 10, 2020 PINEVILLE, La. (LCUNews)–Β Louisiana Christian University President Dr. Rick Brewer has announced…

LCU Receives Board of Regents Grant for Classroom Upgrades

July 7, 2020

June 30, 2020 By Dr. Beth Christian Louisiana Christian University has received a grant from the Louisiana Board of Regents to improve classrooms and teaching facilities on campus. The $87,330…

Louisiana Christian University Formally Files for NAIA Admission

July 7, 2020

July 1, 2020 By Richard Thiberville, Jr. PINEVILLE, La. – The Louisiana Christian University athletic department announced on Wednesday that it has formally applied for admission to the National Association of…

Louisiana Christian University Utilizes Canvas’ Innovative Technology

June 2, 2020

May 20, 2020 By Dr. Stacey Duke Founded in 1906, Louisiana Christian University (LCU) has weathered many actual storms and periods of uncertainty. Located in Pineville, Louisiana the school has…

LCU Strengthens Mission Statement

June 2, 2020

By Norm Miler Louisiana Christian University’s Board of Trustees unanimously approved an updated mission statement for the College in its May 8 meeting. The new statement reads: β€œLouisiana Christian University…

LCU campus opens for Fall semester

June 2, 2020

Louisiana Christian University to open for Fall semester By Norm Miller PINEVILLE, La. (LCUNews)β€”Louisiana Christian University’s fall semester will open with face-to-face classes August 17. Even though research indicates the…

Virtual Preview Day

April 15, 2020

Louisiana Christian University to launch virtual preview day by Norm Miller PINEVILLE, La. (LCUNews)β€”Louisiana Christian University is ready for its Preview Day on April 17. But the commute has changed…

Gov Jimmie Davis Scholarship

April 13, 2020

President Brewer announces free tuition through Governor Jimmie Davis Scholarship by Norm Miller Responding to pandemic-induced financial strains, Louisiana Christian University will offer free tuition to eligible, incoming freshmen through…

President’s Leadership Award

April 3, 2020

Dear Friends: As our Fall semester approaches, there may be high school seniors as yet undecided about where to attend college.Β For some, the financial considerations may be looming large. Doubtlessly,…

COVID-19 Summary

April 3, 2020

Visit our COVID-19 RESOURCE PAGE President BrewerΒ summarizesΒ COVID-19 responses DearΒ Louisiana Christian University Family: These are difficult days for you, your family, your church, and maybe for your vocation, as well.Β  Louisiana…

Telehealth service for LCU students

March 31, 2020

Louisiana Christian University launches telehealth resource for students by Norm Miller PINEVILLE, La. (LCUNews)β€”Difficulties posed by social distancing, travel restrictions, and the shift in established routines are unsettling. Add to…

LCU helps with coronavirus response

March 26, 2020

LCU helpsΒ with coronavirus response by Norm Miller An idea that began with the discovery of a social media post originating in Montana has quickly flown south to Louisiana and nested…

LCU’s online learning innovations

March 21, 2020

Louisiana Christian University launches Center for Online Innovation and Development By Norm Miller PINEVILLE, La. (LCUNews)–Utilizing a $2.2 million Title III grant from the U.S. Department of Education, Louisiana Christian…

Socialism or Stewardship?

March 12, 2020

Socialism or Stewardship? Doing Business God’s Way Louisiana Christian University’s annual God in the Workplace series continues March 23 at 6 p.m. in Guinn Auditorium. Addressing the topic β€œSocialism or…

Campus Awakening March 10-12

March 6, 2020

Campus Awakening March 10-12 Dr. Blake Newsom   Louisiana Christian University’s Campus Awakening will feature Dr. Blake Β Newsom, senior pastor of Dauphin Way Baptist Church in Mobile, Alabama. The daily…

UPDATE to COVID-19

March 5, 2020

CARES Act Reports July 13, 2020:Β 45-Day CARES Act Report COMPASSION in the COVID CRISIS Dr. Brewer’sΒ SUMMARYΒ of COVID-19 actions. LINK toΒ PPEΒ REQUEST FORMΒ for your hospital or clinic Louisiana Christian University Announces Fall…

SEJC Winners

February 19, 2020

Wildcats Media/Debate win awards Louisiana Christian University convergence media students participated in the 2020 Southeast Journalism Conference held Feb. 13-15 at the University of Southern Mississippi in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. This…

3 + 1 Ed Program

February 19, 2020

Louisiana Christian University launches innovative 3+1 Advanced Education Degree by Norm Miller PINEVILLE, La. (LCUNews)β€”Louisiana Christian University launched an innovative 3+1 plan that leads to two degrees in four years.…

Innocence Lost

February 11, 2020

Our thanks to The Town Talk for permission to publish this article written by Melinda Martinez, who also supplied photos. INNOCENCE LOST:Β Child Holocaust survivor asks young people to remember atrocities…

ROI on LCU BA ranks 4th & 5th in LA

December 13, 2019

by Norm Miller A Bachelor’s degree from Louisiana Christian University has the 4th highest return on investment (ROI) among private colleges in Louisiana and 5th highest among public schools offering…

LCU’s TEACH marked by innovations and effectiveness

November 26, 2019

by Norm Miller The 2018 Board of Regents Fact Book reports that Louisiana Christian University in Pineville leadsΒ  the state with the largest number of teachers alternatively prepared who earned…

Honoring the Hixsons

October 25, 2019

Members of the Hixson family standing by the historical marker are (left to right):Β Emma and Paul Hixson, and Lauren Hixson Phillips with John and Sheila Hixson. (Norm Miller photo) Hixson…