Volume 65 • Issue 2 • Summer 2025
Celebrating God’s Grace, Giving Him All the Praise
A Note from the President
As we begin a new academic year at Lubbock Christian University, my heart is drawn to the words of David’s song from 1 Chronicles 16:8, which reminds us to give God all the praise. Everything we celebrate at LCU begins with gratitude to Him.
STUDENT
experience
Global Campus—Building a Global Perspective
Study abroad is a staple of higher education, but for LCU's Global Campus, the experiences go far beyond just a fun travel opportunity—and the growing array of options makes these trips more accessible than ever.
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Internships: Where Learning Meets Experience
In the College of Business at Lubbock Christian University, every student embarks on an internship before graduation. For some, it confirms a career path. For others, it helps narrow future choices. For all, it serves as a proving ground, where classroom lessons meet the unpredictable rhythm of the workplace.
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FACULTY
feature
Keeping Sport in Perspective
For Dr. Monica Hill, Associate Professor in the Department of Exercise and Sport Sciences, sport has always been more than a game. A former collegiate basketball and track athlete, Hill has spent her career in both professional and academic spheres exploring the powerful impact sport can have on individuals, families, and communities.
ALUMNI
spotlight
Finding His Flow—Back Where It All Began
Nathan Richardson didn’t expect to end up in the classroom. After graduating from Lubbock Christian University with a BBA in Digital Media Arts and Marketing, his path initially led him into the world of branding and design—working with both Bahama Buck’s Corporate Office and Contract Cre8ive before eventually launching his own freelance media business.
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Rooted in Purpose, Driven to Serve
Michael Torres believes in the power of a single moment—something he witnessed first-hand this summer while guiding campers on Lady Bird Lake as a volunteer for Austin Sunshine Camps (ASC).
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Campus
community
An Elite Year Remembered in LCU Athletics
The 2024–25 athletic season was filled with standout moments, from dominant runs on the courts and fields to broken records and All-American honors. The Chaps and Lady Chaps once again showed the strength and spirit that define LCU Athletics.
CAMPUS
news
Lubbock Christian University Welcomes First-Year Students
August 9, 2025
Lubbock Christian University opened its campus to a new class of first-year students as the fall 2025 semester approached, continuing a beloved tradition that brings together the entire campus and LCU community to welcome new students and their families.
LCU Welcomes 2025 Cornerstone Scholars
July 23, 2025
LCU has announced the 2025 cohort of the Cornerstone Scholars, the university’s premiere leadership scholarship.
Remembering Dolly Gullo: 1930-2025
July 16, 2025
Lubbock Christian University mourns the loss of longtime friend Dolly Gullo, who passed from this life the morning of July 14, 2025.
LCU Designated a Hispanic Serving Institution by U.S. Department of Education
June 9, 2025
LCU has received its official designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution from the U.S. Department of Education.
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Former LCU Professor Rees Bryant Passes Away at 94
June 4, 2025
LCU mourns the passing of former faculty member Rees Bryant, who died on May 31, 2025, at the age of 94, leaving behind a powerful legacy of ministry, scholarship, and compassion.
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LCU Tennis Historic Season Ends at Final Four
May 27, 2025
LCU’s Historic Season Closes with 4-0 Semifinal Loss to No.1 Valdosta State
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Alumni News and Updates
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