College of Leadership & Public Service

Today, we honor those who have served and continue to serve our country, especially those within the #LipscombCLPS community. Thank you for your courage & sacrifice. You consistently demonstrate leadership & dedication to a cause greater than yourself. #VeteransDay 🇺🇸

Spots are still available for the last Family Mediation Rule 31 Training in 2025! Learn more or register: lipscomb.edu/icm/rule-31-tr…

🎙️🦬🎧🌟 We are excited to launch a new series: Herd & Understood. @LipscombICM faculty, Elizabeth McMillan will explore how to recognize where conflict begins, how to manage it as it arises, & how to ensure everyone feels heard & understood along the way. youtu.be/v2JMw4enhtQ?si…

Join the next Lunch & Learn scheduled for Friday, September 26, which features Executive-in-Residence Ralph Schulz presenting "Navigating Conflict" at the downtown Spark Center. Registration is free, and lunch and parking will be provided. grad.lipscomb.edu/register/?id=4… #LipscombICM

Just Announced: Lunch & Learn with @LipscombICM on Wednesday, July 16. Ken Robinson ('25) to present "Reorienting Leaders through System Thinking" at Spark or join us virtually. Secure your spot: eventbrite.com/e/a-journey-to…

We are proud of all the research our graduate students have completed this year. Their final projects reflect a commitment to thoughtful leadership and meaningful change in their fields. Explore the full list of CLPS 2024–25 graduate research projects: lipscomb.edu/leadership/clp…

#ICYMI: Dr. Julia Osteen led a webinar on "Leadership Priorities: The Four C's of Thriving Organizations." If you were unable to attend, listen back to the recording: youtu.be/stIg1ya8m8g?fe…

#LipscombICM students recently engaged in NASA-connected research on communication & resilience. Students participated in a hands-on exercise involving Lego-building to enhance closed-loop communication skills—vital for high-stress environments. Read More: lipscomb.edu/news/clps-facu…

A glimpse into the Law, Justice & Society study abroad experience across Europe #LipscombLJS

#GradSpotlight: Joey Shulam, a recent #lipscombLJS graduate, is prepared for his next step into law school this fall. His longtime interest in sports and the law led him to research NIL regulations & student-athletes' decision-making process. Read more: lipscomb.edu/news/graduatio…

That feeling when you receive your diploma after years of hard work! 🎓 Congratulations to all the College of Leadership & Public Service graduates. We are proud of you and can’t wait to see how you continue leading your communities. #LipscombCLPS #WhereTNturnsforLeadership

#GradSpotlight: Congrats to CMS Mike Johnson on earning his M.A. in Leadership & Public Service! After 30+ years in the U.S. Air Force & Tennessee Air National Guard, he's set to make an even bigger impact. lipscomb.edu/news/graduatio… #WhereTNTurnsforLeadership #lipscombLPS

Wrapping up the school year! #LipscombLPS TN Guard cohort presented their policy proposals at the Capstone Symposium this week to conclude their master's degree journey! Congratulations! #WhereTNturnsforLeadership #LipscombSPP

🌟 Caleb Miller was presented with the Outstanding Staff Award for his innovative work, student support & process improvements during a time of increased enrollment. His work has truly made a difference in streamlining operations & supporting #LipscombSPP growth.

🌟 Laura Encalade received the Bledsoe Faculty Excellence Award for her outstanding leadership, commitment and dedication to the growth and development of the School of Public Policy. #WhereTNTurnsforLeadership #LipscombMPA #LipscombLPS #LipscombSPP

As the school year comes to a close, Lipscomb celebrates faculty & staff at an annual awards ceremony. This year, Laura Encalade & Caleb Miller were honored. Together, they form a dynamic faculty/staff duo, each making invaluable contributions to the college and university.

A big thank you to the mediators who generously give their time to support Rule 31 Civil Mediation participants. The coaches are full-time mediation practitioners who join the final portion to observe & provide invaluable feedback during student role-play sessions. #LipscombICM

On this #EarthDay, we celebrate the work of the Institute for Sustainable Practice, where faith and sustainability come together to equip students to steward God's creation with purpose and passion. #LipscombISP

The Institute for Sustainable Practice has 77.8% of alumni in positions in sustainability-focused or integrated roles across various industries, including business, non-profit, manufacturing, energy, and others. #LipscombISP #Sustainability

Thank you to Krissy DeAlejandro, President & CEO of @tnAchieves, for joining today’s Policy Analysis & Decision-Making class in the School of Public Policy! Her perspective added so much depth to today's course conversation. #WhereTNturnsforLeadership #LipscombLPS #LipscombMPA