The University of Lynchburg’s Professional Development Institute has expanded its cannabis certificate program by adding four new courses. The programs were developed in partnership with cannabis education company Green Flower. They are noncredit courses and not associated with the University of Lynchburg’s curriculum.
Professional Development Institute partnering with tourism group on Certified Virginia Tourism Professional program
The University of Lynchburg’s Professional Development Institute has partnered with the Virginia Association of Destination Marketing Organizations on the VADMO’s new tourism leadership credentialing initiative, the Tourism Leadership Institute.
Classes start Sept. 16 for Rum and Sugar Cane Spirits Certificate, offered through Professional Development Institute
The University of Lynchburg’s Professional Development Institute is offering a course designed for rum and sugar cane spirits enthusiasts. The Rum and Sugar Cane Spirits Certificate is a noncredit course not associated with the University of Lynchburg’s curriculum.
In advance of Election Day, political science professor making the rounds in the media
Dr. David Richards first became interested in American politics in 1979, when George H.W. Bush was running for president. “My mom dragged me to hear George Bush, the first, campaigning somewhere — probably in Lynchburg or maybe Richmond,” Richards said.
Lynchburg alumni to compete in Alumni Charity Challenge
The University of Lynchburg is one of 18 universities from across the eastern half of the U.S. that will be participating in the 12th annual Alumni Charity Challenge. The competitive event, which collects food and funds for the Richmond-based nonprofit Feed More, will be held from 5–8 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 12, at Richmond Kickers City Stadium. Lynchburg will have a tent, where advancement office staff will collect nonperishable food items and monetary donations.
‘Baskerville’ brings Sherlock Holmes, mystery, comedy to Hailey Theatre Oct. 3–5
The University of Lynchburg will present “Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery” on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, Oct. 3–5, at the Robert C. Hailey Theatre in Dillard Fine Arts Center. The curtain goes up at 7:30 p.m. each night and the public is invited.
Lynchburg’s chefs are tops in local cooking contest
A team of chefs from the University of Lynchburg won “Best Entrée” at the Lynchburg’s Top Chef cooking contest on Saturday, Aug. 24.
The Princeton Review, Niche.com recognize Lynchburg among ‘Best’ colleges and universities
The University of Lynchburg has again been named one of the best colleges nationwide by The Princeton Review. Lynchburg is included on the website’s “The 390 Best Colleges” list, which features colleges and universities across the U.S.
Beard Center on Aging passes baton to new leadership
After 18 years under the leadership of Denise Scruggs, the University of Lynchburg’s Beard Center on Aging welcomes Joseph L. Lugo as its new director.
Convocation speaker encourages new students to ‘drown out the negativity of the grown-ups’ and ‘go after’ their dreams
The University of Lynchburg held its annual Convocation for new students at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 21, on the Dell in front of Hopwood Hall.
