Even amid COVID-19 disruptions, Lee is fostering student connections through livestreams and social media.
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Student musicians go beyond the classroom by releasing their own music
At a university with a significant music emphasis, Lee students and alumni take their passion beyond the classroom by releasing their own music.
Cleveland Curbside Recycling implements eco-friendly options on and off campus
With the lack of recycling resources on campus and in Cleveland, a new door-to-door service is offering single-stream collection.
Students maintain healthy habits at home
As students adjust to a “new normal” of their daily routines, many are being intentional about maintaining their physical health while social distancing.
'Lee Day Live' connects prospective students to campus virtually
Through a virtual platform, Lee Day Live connected prospective students and their families to campus from their homes.
Students find creative ways to have fun while social distancing
As social distancing guidelines remain in place across the United States, Lee students are finding ways to keep busy while isolated.
Lee offers online resources for student support
During a time of social distancing and online courses, Lee’s staff is working to provide services to students through digital outlets. Many on-campus student services are now offering online assistance.
‘Lee Live’ series promotes student wellness via livestream
On Friday, March 20, Lee launched its first episode of “Lee Live,” a weekly series to connect with the Lee community through panel discussions, presentations and interviews while on-campus classes are suspended for the semester.
Nursing students face unexpected transition to online classes
As classes transition online for the remainder of the semester, nursing students face an unexpected halt to their traditional coursework.
Music majors turn to virtual platforms for their senior recitals
With the closure of Lee’s campus, senior music majors are embracing the challenge of using virtual platforms to perform their senior recitals.
Sodexo will soon bring Starbucks to Lee’s campus
Lee University and Sodexo are collaborating on a remodel of the Paul Conn Student Union, including the advent of Starbucks.
Project Free 2 Fly partners with Lee through clothing drive
Project Free 2 Fly, a local nonprofit organization, recently partnered with a Lee residence hall to fundraise through a clothing drive.
Studies show impact of media consumption on mental health
Over the past decade, studies have correlated increased media consumption with rising mental health concerns for teenagers.
Students observe Lent at Lee through fasting and reflection
Many Lee students and professors are observing Lent through fasting and reflection in the 40 days leading up to Easter.
Student workers, once the backbone of campus, now face new challenges
From fast food to office work, student workers have been a crucial part of Lee’s campus and economic system. Following Dr. Paul Conn’s March 26 announcement of online classes for the remainder of the semester, student workers are facing new challenges during the COVID-19 crisis.
Spring break offers opportunity for local activities
From hiking and watching movies to visiting a local museum — here are some ideas for local activities during spring break.
Lee alumnus Taylor Woodruff uses Lee Update experience in his career
After graduating from Lee in 2018 with a degree in public relations, Taylor Woodruff landed a job as the Bradley County Sheriff Office’s Public Information Officer. Woodruff’s background in hosting Lee Update allowed him to develop communication and public speaking skills he now uses at his job.
LeeUCrushes owner maintains anonymous legacy on campus
The renowned Twitter account LeeUCrushes has been a staple to Lee’s campus life since its creation in 2012. With over 3,000 followers, the face behind LeeUCrushes still remains anonymous.
Tunnel creates conversation about Black History on campus
On Feb. 21, Lee students and faculty learned more about Black History through the on-campus event, Tunnel. Previously known as Tunnel of Oppression, the event featured a walk-through museum of rooms created by students to educate Lee’s community.
Alex Awad speaks at ‘Peace in the Holy Land’ event
On Feb. 20, Lee alumnus and author Alex Awad returned to his alma mater to share his story and beliefs. Awad’s presentation was titled “Peace in the Holy Land: A Palestinian Christian Perspective.”