Major: Exercise Physiology (BS) Christian Kumar ’22 was a very popular student! An exercise physiology major, he was the captain of the men’s tennis team, concertmaster of the Wind Symphony […]
Jess Cochrane ’23
At Lynchburg, Jess Cochrane ’23 has learned that psychology and other social factors play a vital role in understanding crime. Also, she learned that how we perceive criminal behavior can have a significant impact on society as a whole.
Nick Savino ’19
Nick spent a summer doing experimental research at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. Through a highly competitive internship funded by the U.S. Department of Energy, Nick had the opportunity to do research, participate in professional development workshops, and present his findings to colleagues.
Erik Oehler ’20
Erik’s passion is exercise. When he discovered exercise physiology, he decided to make a career of helping people achieve their fitness goals, from losing weight to being able to do their first pull up.
Juan Borga ’20
Originally from Argentina, Juan lived all over the world before coming to Lynchburg. He appreciated the opportunity to take music classes and pursue his love of tennis. He was also a part of the Student Managed Investment Fund, making real investments using smart tools like the Bloomberg Terminal.
Landon Hammerley ’19
Landon turned a passion for “Call of Duty” into a business while he was still in high school. But Lynchburg expanded his vision for his company. He got involved with student government and Greek life, studied abroad in Italy, and received invaluable guidance from his professors. He learned how to lead a team and build a business that lasts.
Davion Washington ’21
Davion says the University of Lynchburg changed his life. Now he’s ready to do the same for others. As student government president, Davion is a role model for his siblings and his peers. And he can’t wait to turn his passion for sociology into action — as a university dean of students, college president, or U.S. Senator.
Lynchburg graduate finds purpose in Liberia
Working as a respiratory therapist while attending Lynchburg College, Mike Davis ’08 learned to balance classes and work productively. Those lessons came in handy when he co-founded a respiratory therapy school in Liberia while in graduate school.
Second-year SuRGE comes to Lynchburg
University of Lynchburg is introducing a new program to help students find success in their second year at Lynchburg. Second-Year SURGE (Succeed, Reflect, Grow, Engage) is a series of events […]
Herbarium goes online
Thousands of plant specimens from University of Lynchburg’s herbarium have gone online. Dr. Nancy Cowden, biology professor, worked with paid student interns and Virginia Master Naturalists to digitize the Virginia […]
