| | FROM THE PARENT PROGRAM DIRECTOR
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Happy New Year to your family! We hope your holiday break was filled with meaningful time with your student, rest, conversations and experiences together. The spring semester is filled with opportunities for your student and family. We hope you’ll join us this semester for Singarama, athletics events, fine arts events and other regional events.
Stacy Blackston ('00)
Director of Parent Engagement
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| Please check the Academic Calendar webpage for information updates about the schedule or specific drop and add class dates for the upcoming academic year.
- Feb. 3: Parent Prayer Zoom
- Feb. 26: Giving Day
- March 3: Parent Prayer Zoom
- March 9-13: Spring Break (Residence Halls Closed)
- March 21: Lipscomb Night at Nashville SC
- March 16-27: Academic Advising
- March 26 - April 2: Registration/Priority Registration
- March 26-28: Singarama
- March 28: Singarama Family Dinner
- April 7: Parent Prayer Zoom
- April 23: Study Day (Undergraduates)
- Apr. 24, 27-30: Final examinations
- May 2: Commencement
- May 5: Parent Prayer Zoom
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On the first Tuesday of each month the parent program hosts a monthly prayer Zoom for our Lipscomb families. You are invited to join us Feb. 3 as we get to know other parents, share prayer requests and praises.
Each month, a guest speaker who is a faculty member, local minister or parent, will facilitate our time together. This month, Jose Brown will join our Zoom. Jose serves Lipscomb University as the High Rise head resident. He is passionate about focusing on holistic development and relationship-based mentorship with our students.
The Zoom begins at 10:55 a.m. CT. This is the same time that our students will be in “The Gathering” which is our large group chapel. What a beautiful thing it is to take a break in the day to worship and pray together. Feel free to join us on screen or by voice—we understand you may be working!
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Save the Date: February 26, 2026
The Lipscomb community will come together Feb. 26 to celebrate the university we love during our 8th annual Giving Day. With the theme One Goal, One Day, One Herd, this day is a special opportunity to unite in support of current and future Bisons.
What’s your passion? A variety of funds exist to benefit individuals, places and programs at Lipscomb University. All fill vital needs and strengthen the university now and well into the years ahead.
If you are not sure where to give, consider giving to the Parent Impact Fund. The Parent Impact Fund provides immediate resources that directly benefit students, including academic support, emergency assistance, financial aid, mental health services and enhanced campus experiences.
Every contribution—no matter the size—adds up to make a lasting investment in your student’s future.
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While we celebrate a new year, we are already thinking ahead to the new academic year! The 2026-2027 FAFSA is now available for students and families to apply for financial aid. The Financial Aid Office will begin packaging for the fall term in February.
Students are required to complete the FAFSA to be considered for state, federal and institutional aid, as well as some scholarships at Lipscomb. It is important to file the FAFSA as early as possible as there are some state grants that are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis.
As you may recall, you must give consent for the IRS to automatically transfer your tax information to the FAFSA. If you do not, your child may not qualify for federal aid. The parent who provided the most financial support during the past year, even if divorced or separated, is the one whose information is typically used on the form.
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FanScan student rewards program launches this spring
At every home men's basketball game for the remainder of the season, Lipscomb students can have their ID cards scanned at the entrance to Allen Arena to earn rewards throughout the season.
Here's how it works:
When students get to Allen Arena for a Bisons home game, head to the far right door at the front entrance marked for students. Head inside, get their ID scanned by the staff member at the door, and head to Section 116 to cheer with the Lunatics! That's all it takes to win. Our new software will keep track of students' points for them, and the leading point scorers will be emailed out weekly.
Students earn 100 points for every game they attend, and 50 bonus points when the Bisons win! There will also be special bonuses unique to each game to be announced the morning of each game.
By racking up points, students have the chance to redeem them for awesome prizes, including In-game experiences, free food, and exclusive merch.
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Grab your keys, start the engine, and jump into the journey of life with Singarama: Life is a Highway, a show that celebrates the adventures, challenges, and milestones we all encounter along the road.
From the carefree days of youth to the twists, turns, and triumphs of adulthood, this year’s production explores the stages of life through music, storytelling, and performance.
With songs that spark nostalgia, moments that connect to the present, and stories that inspire hope for the future, this show is designed to resonate with audiences of all ages. Get ready for a heartfelt, uplifting ride that reminds us that life is truly a highway, filled with memories made, lessons learned, and the excitement of what lies ahead.
We can’t wait to see the amazing show produced by the Office of Student Life and the College of Entertainment and Arts. Purchase tickets here.
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Spring graduates (and Summer graduates who plan to participate in the May ceremony) need to file the Intent to Graduate form and order regalia by Jan. 31, 2026. Students who miss the deadline will not be able to participate in the ceremony. The Intent to Graduate form and instructions for ordering regalia can be found in the student portal under the Registrar tab.
Parents of May graduates (or August graduates walking in May):
- May commencement is Saturday, May 2, 2026.
- The Intent to Graduate form is open for students to file for May graduation. The form is due Jan. 31, 2026. Students can access the form in their student portal.
- Students who do not file their Intent to Graduate form and order their regalia by Jan. 31, 2026 will not be allowed to participate in the May ceremony.
- To qualify for graduation, students must meet all degree requirements as listed in the catalog.
- Please note, the May 2026 ceremony will be ticketed. More information will be released at the beginning of the spring semester.
- As updates on tickets are announced, the graduation webpage will be updated, so make sure to check in often for the most current information.
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Encourage your student to stop by Summer in the Square!
On Wednesday, Jan. 28, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Bison Square, students can connect with academic success coaches, advisors, faculty and financial aid team members to learn more and register for Summer Sessions.
Summer classes offer flexible, affordable options to help students get ahead, stay on track or focus on improving their GPA with on-campus and online courses available.
Why Summer Sessions?
- Reduced tuition rate
- $250 in Lipscomb Bucks
- Choose from 100+ courses—in-person, online, global learning
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