Former Jordanaires Gordon Stoker and Ray Walker, Harry Chapman, Country Music Hall of Fame inductee Harold Bradley, Mike Curb and Dr. Robert Fisher discuss Elvis Presley’s recording history in the historic RCA Studio B at an event announcing “Belmont University Presents ‘Nashville Celebrates Elvis’”, a benefit show at the Ryman Auditorium on August 18, 2007 – two days after the 30th anniversary of Elvis’ death.
December 13, 2006
Greetings Parents,
The season of Christmas is one of hope and brings to the forefront Belmont’s heritage. Since 1890, the institutions that formed Belmont University have been grounded in the identity that God gifts our students to accomplish significant work through the education they receive here. It is our understanding of Jesus that guides our sense of belonging and service to a world in need of givers.
Brennan Manning wrote in the Ragamuffin Gospel, "Jesus spent a disproportionate amount of time with people described in the gospels as: the poor, the blind, the lame, the lepers, the hungry, sinners, prostitutes, tax collectors, the persecuted, the downtrodden, the captives, those possessed by evil spirits, all who labor and are heavy burdened, the rabble who know nothing of the law, the crowds, the little ones, the least, the last, and the lost sheep of the house of Israel. In short, Jesus hung with Ragamuffins. Obviously, His love for failures and nobodies was not an exclusive love-that would merely substitute one class prejudice for another…it extends to all who rely entirely upon the mercy of God and accept the gospel of grace – the poor in spirit.”
Let’s remember, particularly in this season, to use our talents and blessings for those in need; to bring to, and live out of our hope. Thank you for the opportunity you have given us to do that with your student.
Many, many blessings to you and your family during the holiday season.
Grace and Peace,
Dane Anthony
Associate Dean of Students
Matt Burchett
Coordinator of New Student Programs
Belmont News
Belmont's Rick Byrd Gets 500th Win as Men's Basketball Coach
Belmont's Justin Hare hit three 3-pointers in a row to start the scoring in a 72-57 victory Wednesday night over Arkansas-Little Rock (UALR). Hare finished with 20 points on 6-of-7 shooting to lead the Bruins (7-3), giving coach Rick Byrd his 500th career win. Only 14 other active NCAA coaches have earned 500 wins.
Belmont University to Host Elvis Tribute at the Ryman in August '07
Belmont University today announced it will host “Belmont University Presents ‘Nashville Celebrates Elvis’,” a benefit show at the historic Ryman Auditorium on August 18, 2007—two days after the 30th anniversary of Elvis’ death, August 16, 1977—in honor of Cecil Scaife, music industry pioneer and one of the early visionaries of Belmont’s first music business program. Proceeds will go to the “Cecil Scaife Music Business Scholarship Fund” to help music business students who are attending Belmont’s Mike Curb College of Entertainment & Music Business. In celebration of Elvis’ association with the early days of Nashville’s music industry, the show will feature Elvis songs performed by select celebrity artists who have recorded, performed or been influenced by his music.
Christmas At Belmont Hosted by Country Music Star Josh Turner
Country music star and Belmont University graduate, Josh Turner, will host the annual Christmas at Belmont concert, which will be made available to viewers through a nationwide broadcast on PBS. It will air nationally on PBS Thur., December 21 at 9 p.m. EST., with rebroadcast in Nashville, Sun., December 24 at 8 p.m. CST. Belmont University's highly acclaimed Bluegrass Ensemble, a group of student performers that has played everywhere from Nashville's famed Ryman Auditorium to a private show for Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan, is one of the many Belmont University performance groups that will be featured on the broadcast. Music City's signature holiday event was produced by NPT with funding from the Beaman Family Foundation.
Mike Curb and Don Cusic Discuss History of Music Row
Mike Curb, president of Curb Records, and Dr. Don Cusic, the "Music City" Professor of Music Industry History at the Mike Curb College of Entertainment & Music Business, participated in an "Insider's View" seminar in the the Curb Cafe at Belmont University. The conversation, led by Harry Chapman, director of development for special initiatives at Belmont, focused on the upcoming 50-year anniversary of the famed Music Row and the rich history of music business in Nashville.
January
Transition Issues
1. Readjust to leaving again
2. Getting back in the swing of campus life
3. Rethink level of campus involvement and commitments
Tips for Successful Parenting
Ask questions. Most students still want their parent(s) to express interest in what they’re doing; they still seek your blessing for what they want to do. Ask open-ended questions that allow them to tell you details while maintaining a healthy independence. Honest, open questions will do a lot to foster a relationship based in trust and support.