Alumni Stories
The best example of our impact at Lipscomb University can be seen through our alumni.
MarQo Patton speaks at Lipscomb Honors in the Country Music Hall of Fame.
We work to instill in our graduates competency and character, knowledge and faith, service and selflessness, and an open spirit to the call of God on their lives. We prepare them with a perspective of critical thinking that continues to grow their understanding and faith as they engage in the world and communities around them. Below are some examples of alumni who are pushing boundaries, seeking innovative solutions to complex problems and experiencing and offering the grace, peace and truth of Christ in our society and the world.
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MBA alumnus builds students’ super skills through Super Money Kids Co.
Courtney Hale, an ‘accidental entrepreneur’ works to lead students to career fulfillment through financial literacy.
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Finding new hope every day
Alumna Johnetta Blakely has hope for her patients, hope for curing cancer and hope for women working in the health care industry.
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Exploring God’s handiwork
Lipscomb launched the career of James Savage, aerospace engineer now working to send explorers to Mars and beyond.
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From the White House to donut shops, alumna Cicely Simpson leads in policy and business
Drawing on her leadership experience, Simpson wants LJS students on the annual D.C. trip to know that God has big plans for them.
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Engineering: The hands and feet of Jesus
2024 marks 20 years since Lipscomb’s first engineering mission trip, a milestone that sparked 88 projects that have benefited thousands upon thousands of people around the globe.
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Alumnus’ film 'Black Belts' premieres on Disney+
Disney+ Launchpad series includes the latest work by Spencer Glover, one of Lipscomb’s first MFA graduates.
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Life as an open book
Nationally known authors and thought leaders David and Nancy French wield the power of the pen.
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Church of Christ-based ministry brings restoration with the help of two Lipscomb alums
Thomas Snow and Reisha Kidd draw on life struggles and college experiences to benefit those served by Tennessee Prison Outreach Ministry
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Overflowing with living water
Healing Hands International was born on the Lipscomb campus just over 30 years ago, and has grown into a worldwide force for good.
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Bisons graze at top-notch eateries
You can pull up to the table at restaurants run by Lipscomb Bisons across the South
