Dr. Jimmy Davis was recently named the Chaney Distinguished Professor Award for 2018-2019. The prestigious award represents the highest teaching honor in the university and is based on student and faculty nominations. Following is an excerpt from the award ceremony program: Dr. Davis has been at Belmont since 1987. He taught Communication Studies for 12 …
Belmont University’s Speech and Debate Team placed 1st in the individual events at the NCCFI (National Christian College Forensics Invitational) national tournament. The tournament was held at Kansas Wesleyan University on March 14-16. The team did not only place first, but individuals also left the tournament winning 10 different national titles. We are so proud of this team and …
The COM 1100 Speech Contest was held Wednesday, March 27. Six finalists advanced from a semi-final round held on Monday, March 25th. Contestants were selected out of COM 1100 to present the informative speech they prepared for class. The finalists were: Michael Smedley – Artificial Intelligence Zoe Clark – How to Take the Perfect Nap …
By: Renee Schroeder, Edited by: Jack Tucker “Can we talk about this in person?” This is a question that I’ve typed many times. Throughout middle school, high school, and now even college, I’ve tried my best to handle arguments over text countless times. Even when I’ve replied by asking to talk in person, arguments seem to …
By: Ally Roden This upcoming semester, Belmont student Lauren Strand will be studying abroad in Florence, Italy at Florence University of the Arts. Lauren, a Communication Studies major and Writing minor, runs her own fashion, travel, and lifestyle blog called The Linen Diaries. She began blogging during her sophomore year of high school after realizing …
Written by: Abbey Grace Green Edited by: Megan Montgomery My iPhone is constantly lighting up with Snapchat notifications for a group chat called Fathers and Sons. This group chat includes three of my best girlfriends and myself. Why Fathers and Sons? These girls are my family and we take care of each other as fathers …
Written By: Megan Montgomery Ashley Cooke is a senior Corporate Communication major and Marketing minor. She has been very involved on campus and now has the opportunity to perform at Belmont’s Country Showcase on March 2. I had the opportunity to ask Ashley some questions about her singing career and experiences at Belmont as an …
By: Matthew McCloy, Edited by: Jack Tucker Can you recall a time when you felt good about the impression you left with someone? In a competitive and booming city like Nashville, making the right first impression is crucial. As my dad says, “Remember, a firm handshake and make eye contact.” I may brush it off …
By: Erin Rogers Edited By: Megan Montgomery Social Media Cleanse Series Have you ever looked up from your phone and realized that everyone around you is on their device? Maybe you were at a restaurant, sitting in the airport, at the doctor’s office in the waiting room or even in your own living room surrounded by …
In the fall semester, Dr. Amy Schmisseur will be joining Belmont’s Department of Communication Studies as an Assistant Professor. Schmisseur, originally from Indiana, has an extensive background in Organizational Communication and years of experience at Belmont. She received her B.A. at Ohio University in Athens before receiving her M.A. at the University of Cincinnati. While …