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"Holmes And Watson," is a theatrical mystery filled with so many red herrings, twists and turns that the play's director FHU senior Courtney Willcut is extremely careful about spoiling any plot points when she talks about the production. "This play is entertaining and engaging for any audience member, regardless if you know anything about Sherlock Holmes," said Willcut, a theatre performance major. "This is a very unique, original mystery that will keep audiences guessing until the very end." "Holmes And Watson" will open Thursday, Sept. 29, at 7 p.m. in the Black Box Theatre. Additional performances will take place Friday, Sept. 30, at 7 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 1 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Individuals may purchase tickets online at fhutickets.universitytickets.com.

"Holmes And Watson," is a theatrical mystery filled with so many red herrings, twists and turns that the play's director FHU senior Courtney Willcut is extremely careful about spoiling any plot points when she talks about the production. "This play is entertaining and engaging for any audience member, regardless if you know anything about Sherlock Holmes," said Willcut, a theatre performance major. "This is a very unique, original mystery that will keep audiences guessing until the very end." "Holmes And Watson" will open Thursday, Sept. 29, at 7 p.m. in the Black Box Theatre. Additional performances will take place Friday, Sept. 30, at 7 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 1 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Individuals may purchase tickets online at fhutickets.universitytickets.com. The production is the first of FHU theatre's fall season and Willcut's senior capstone project as she prepares to graduate in December."I've been very excited to direct," Willcut said. She has directed two short plays prior to her senior year - "10 Ways to Survive the Zombie Apocalypse" and "World Without Memory."

With its motto - "For the Pursuit of Excellence" - Omega Chi is now the fifth social club on Freed-Hardeman University's campus. "We want to promote excellence in athletics, the classroom and in church," Omega Chi President Jon Moore said. Moore is a senior law and politics major from Summerset, Kentucky. "Our goal is to include everyone in our club activities and form a community, inside and outside FHU."

FHU student Dominique Michaud was selected to receive the Hospital Alliance of Tennessee Nursing Scholarship in the amount of $10,000. Tennessee Independent Colleges and Universities Association (TICUA) created this scholarship in partnership with the Hospital Alliance of Tennessee to award an outstanding nursing student seeking to complete their education in preparation for service in a Tennessee nonprofit hospital. Each of TICUA's member institutions with nursing programs was allowed to nominate one highly qualified student to be considered for this scholarship. "We are proud to name Dominique Michaud as our 2022 TICUA Hospital Association Nursing Scholar," said TICUA President Claude Pressnell. "There were many qualified applicants, and we saw an impressive commitment to the nursing profession from each applicant. As our nonprofit hospitals face a critical nursing shortage, it is an honor to be able to help students on their path to this incredibly important and noble profession." Michaud, of Oxford, is earning a bachelor of science in nursing and is on track to graduate in May 2024. She has maintained a 4.0-grade point average throughout her academic career while being active in campus organizations and volunteering to help those with mental and developmental disabilities. Michaud is a certified pharmacy technician, assistant in Disability Services, and American Red Cross Lifeguard, and is certified in First Aid and CPR.

Freed-Hardeman University announced approximately 40 summer graduates this month. Ten students received baccalaureate degrees while 14 students received graduate degrees. The remaining graduates completed their certificates, licensures and associate's degrees. Many of the students who completed their degrees in August participated in the May graduation ceremony held in Loyd Auditorium. During the commencement program, FHU President David R. Shannon reiterated the significant events of the 2021-22 school year and issued a challenge to graduates. He urged them to pray, serve, love and work like Jesus. "Live a life for His glory," he said, "and remember God loves you more than anyone." Quoting Isaiah 49:16, Shannon reminded them God said, "See, I have inscribed you on the palms of My hands; your walls are continually before Me."

The Freed-Hardeman University chapter of Alpha Chi National College Honor Society recently announced its new officers for the 2022-23 school year. The new leaders said they are hard at work planning events for the upcoming fall semester. Casey Jackson, a senior elementary education major, will serve as president. Bowman Blocker, a senior majoring in finance, and Lydia Todd, a senior majoring in psychology, will serve as vice-presidents. Emily Christensen, a senior majoring in communications sciences and disorders, will serve as treasurer. The chapter's first event will be a one-day conference Sept. 9. During the conference, students will discuss academic motivation. In addition, the chapter will partner with Remote Area Medical to provide a pop-up dental clinic from Sept. 30 - Oct 1. Cameron Kuhl, a member of Alpha Chi, applied for and received a chapter grant for this activity from Alpha Chi. Remote Area Medical (RAM) is a major nonprofit provider of free pop-up clinics. Its mission is to prevent pain and alleviate suffering by providing free, quality healthcare to those in need. They deliver free dental, vision and medical services to underserved and uninsured individuals. Since RAM was founded in 1985, nearly 183,000 volunteers - comprised of professional practitioners, as well as general support staff - have treated more than 888,500 individuals and delivered more than $181.5 million worth of free healthcare services. Alpha Chi's leadership team and members are excited to increase their campus presence and serve FHU and the surrounding community in scholarship and service.

Freed-Hardeman University students spent a week mentoring young Christian leaders during Horizons this month on FHU's campus. Each summer more than 1,000 campers, 7th through 12th graders, attend Horizons to connect with fellow Christians, learn to lead and grow in their love for the Lord. The spiritual experience focuses on creating an encouraging environment to equip and challenge young church leaders. In addition to the traditional Horizons program, selected juniors and seniors who have attended Horizons for at least three years participated in the Horizons Mentoring Experience for enhanced leadership training. A staff of more than 150 counselors and teachers spent the week with the students. This year's theme was "Wonder." More than 30 FHU students served at this year's camp, including Emma Grace Owens. "I went multiple times as a camper so I was very excited to be a counselor. I loved being a counselor. I didn't realize how much campers were going to affect me. I miss them and love them so much. Horizons doesn't only change your life as a camper, but also as a counselor!"

Approximately 400 new students are expected to arrive on the Freed-Hardeman University campus Saturday, Aug. 13, for a week of making new friends, learning about their new home-away-from-home, worship and service, and planned and impromptu recreational activities. Leading them through all these new experiences will be a 36-person team of current FHU students. Interface coordinators Julie Gann, a junior kinesiology major from Harvest, Alabama, and Patrick Frans, a senior youth ministry major from Mount Juliet, Tennessee, have chosen a theme, organized the team and planned activities. Gann and Frans have dubbed the 2022 edition of Interface "Ohana," a Hawaiian word loosely translated as "family." "We decided that since 'Ohana' means family, and family means no one gets left behind, it sums up what Freed-Hardeman is as a school, community and people. We are welcoming the freshmen class to an unfamiliar environment. They are probably really scared and nervous for this new phase in life," Gann said. "Interface is all about taking away the fear and unfamiliarity of college life." "The theme conveys that, number one, we are God's family, and we will take care of one another and, two, we are a family here at Freed-Hardeman who love each other and feel at home here." Franz explained. "We want the freshmen to come in and feel God's love and that they are a part of His family and that as the week goes on, they will feel a part of the FHU family and call this place home."

After a two-year delay due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the FHU Study Abroad two-week tour of romantic England returned with approximately 22 travelers who set off for their great adventure in late May. They left as strangers but returned as good friends. Six FHU students traveled in the group - Josie Gannon, Caroyln Smith, Ashton Rose Duke, Hannah Sprouse, Molly Clemons and Emma Grace Owens - although not all of them are English majors, the students said the trip gave them a greater appreciation for the authors they studied while visiting England. The Romantic England tour is organized by John McLaughlin, who teaches American literature, romantic poetry and prose and renaissance drama. "The trip is set up to complement the course I teach, English literature of the romantic period," he said. "While visiting different sites, we discuss the writers from that period, experience nature and the countryside." McLaughlin's wife, Debbie, also serves as a leader on the Romantic England tour. "We got to do so much - from group activities, free time, and small groups," Debbie McLaughlin said. "What I remember most are the bonds that were created, that's my favorite part." FHU student Molly Clemons, an English and history major, enjoyed her first trip abroad and what she learned about the writers she admires. "I really appreciated being where the writers were and seeing the landscape and understanding what they were seeing," Clemons said. "But the best part of the trip was the people and getting to know them," Clemons said. FHU nursing major Emma Grace Owens agreed with Clemons. "I didn't know anyone but my friends on my trip, but by the end, we were like 'this is family,'" she said. Learning about the authors encouraged Owens to read more of their works. "I've always been about science and math, but learning more about the writers opened my mind." Owens purchased Jane Austen's "Pride and Prejudice" while touring the author's home, now a museum, in Chawton, England. "I planned to spend my summer reading while sitting and looking at things more." In addition to touring, hiking and sightseeing, the group tried to leave no stone unturned during this trip. "We got to do so much - we were able to see a lot all over England," Debbie McLaughlin said. "The goal is to broaden everyone's horizons and see what the rest of the world does and is like. We use public transportation, trains and buses, because it adds to the knowledge gained about the world. That's valuable to young people and benefits everyone." The next Romantic England study abroad trip will take place in 2024.

Freed-Hardeman University has released the names of students who made the President's and Dean's Lists for the spring 2022 semester. To be on the President's List, a student must be full-time and have a 4.0 grade point average. Students on the Dean's List have earned a minimum 3.4 grade point average for the semester. FHU congratulates all of the students honored during the spring 2022 semester.

Approximately 350 Freed-Hardeman University students graduated May 14, 2022, during a spring ceremony held in Loyd Auditorium. In addition to baccalaureate and graduate degrees, 11 high school students enrolled in the university's early admission program were awarded Associate in Arts degrees. FHU Board of Trustees Chair and TriStar Bank Chief Executive Officer Ted Williams delivered the commencement address. He encouraged graduates to emulate God in their lives. "God was a giver," he said. "He gave his son." Williams noted the excitement of the day and graduates' anticipation of the future; however, he cautioned them. "Don't spend so much time focusing on what's next," he said. "Instead, enjoy the journey." Following Williams' address, FHU Provost and Vice President for Academics C.J. Vires presented the Faculty Scholarship-Leadership medal to Corey Sweatt, of Dyer, Tennessee. The award has been presented annually since 1938 to the student in the graduating class who possesses to the highest degree the following attributes: ability, quality of work, accuracy, love of knowledge and leadership. It is accompanied by a cash award made possible by FHU's Alpha Chi Honor Society. To conclude the commencement program, FHU President David R. Shannon reiterated the significant events of the 2021-22 school year and issued a challenge to graduates. He urged them to pray, serve, love and work like Jesus. "Live a life for His glory," he said, "and remember God loves you more than anyone." Quoting Isaiah 49:16, Shannon reminded them God said, "See, I have inscribed you on the palms of My hands; your walls are continually before Me."

Dr. Lee Hibbett's marketing students received real-world lessons through a partnership between Freed-Hardeman University with community and business leaders during the spring semester. Approximately 30 students sharpened their pitch skills by working on promotional plans with Brooks Shaw of Brooks Shaw's Old Country Store, Brad Cook of Aloha Pools & Spas - St. Louis and Jason and Dawn Bramblett of the Rhodes Home. The students separated into smaller groups to research, develop and film commercial concepts for the businesses. After several weeks of development, the students presented their ideas to the businesses in early May. Business owners reviewed student presentations and provided feedback based on whether the presentations reflected the benefit of product, target market reach, evaluation of the presentation, visuals and direct marketing plans.

Freed-Hardeman University's Kortland Martin received the 2022 Heart of Lion award presented annually to the senior intercollegiate athlete who in the estimation of the entire coaching staff has best exemplified the strength and courage of a lion. A 5'11" point guard from Humboldt, Tennessee, Martin led the Lions in scoring this year with 20.5 points per game. He shot 88% from the free-throw line and 40% from behind the arc. In his junior and senior years, he was elected to the Mid-South Conference First Team by the opposing coaches. He was also named to the NAIA All-American Third Team. Martin holds the school's all-time scoring record with 2,321 points. But he is more than a scoring machine. He also posted career totals of 459 assists, 157 steals, 423 rebounds, and 334 successful three-point shots. "Kortland is just a special young man. He isn't just a talented player; he is a special person," Head Coach Drew Stutts said. One thing that made him special is that he didn't mind playing different roles; he just wanted to win. "That attitude and approach speak to his character and the young man he is on and off the court," Stutts said. "Kortland is simply a winner."

Freed-Hardeman University celebrated its Spring 2022 education and nursing graduates during pinning ceremonies held during graduation weekend in mid-May. Nursing majors Emma Campbell, Jacob July and Teleetha Link were recognized during the ceremony. Campbell received the Certificate of Excellence Servant's Heart Award, which is presented to a student who demonstrates a Christian attitude, is helpful to their peers and patients, and demonstrates caring and compassion in all they do. The student is given the bee because it symbolizes service, gathering, and community. July received the Certificate of Excellence Nightingale Award, the highest honor given to a nursing student. This is awarded to a student that is an excellent clinician, has a high GPA, is involved in the community, and is a resource for their peers. The student is given the turtle because it symbolizes love, protection, healing, and knowledge. Link received the Certificate of Excellence Spirit of Job Award. It is presented to a student who has faced struggles, overcome adversity, shown great improvement, and great endurance. The student is given the elephant because it symbolizes one that can shoulder heavy burdens and continue pressing forward to their goal. Twenty-eight education majors were recognized during a pinning ceremony. Those students are: Adam Chalmers, Emily Cisco, Toria Clark, Kaila Donaldson, Christina Evins, Hannah Gillson, Clay Glass, Minlie Glover, Christina Hines, Zavier Hofstetter, Skylar Holland, Mallory Hollaway, Anna Hudson, Elly Johnson, Kizzey Lane, Calum Langdale, BrittLeigh Lawson, Shaelyn Maguffee, Emily Mann, Brianna Parshall, Alyssa Sandefur, Dakota Smith, Emily Snow, Corey Sweatt, William Swinney, Emily Taylor, Hallie Whitesides and Kristen Yost. These graduates performed exceptionally well in their student teaching placements and cooperating teachers and university supervisors complimented them on their performance in the classroom. They have met the requirements to graduate with a degree in education, with most having accepted positions in schools. FHU President David Shannon celebrated the graduates on social media. "Congratulations to our education and nursing graduates! Their individual pinning ceremonies were full of symbolism and celebration. We wish each graduate success with future testing and careers. These graduates will impact the world by serving the sick and educating the minds for decades to come."

The following five students were recently inducted into the Phi Alpha International Honor Society for Social Workers: Emmalynn Vandyke, Kayla Hunter, Callie Myers, Ashley Karnes, and Ashton Sexton. Membership is offered to students who have attained excellence in scholarship and achievement in social work. The Phi Alpha Honor Society provides a closer bond among social work students and promotes humanitarian goals and ideals. The Social Work Program at Freed-Hardeman University proudly initiated the founding members into the Omicron Psi chapter of Phi Alpha National Social Work Honor Society in the spring of 2008.

A group of Freed-Hardeman University students comprised of nursing and non-nursing majors and FHU alumni traveled to Honduras over spring break for a medical mission trip. While in Honduras, the group built two houses, distributed 100 bags of food bags and 100 water filters and provided medical care to around 600 people. Volunteers also distributed 7,000 masks at the local hospital, repaired a basketball court at a school for the deaf, and built a playground for an elementary school.

A newly formed data analytics team from the Freed-Hardeman University College of Business won one of the three top prizes in its first intercollegiate competition. Judges in the 2022 DC DataFest gave FHU the award for Best Insight, noting that the team had "mature and profound" observations that would be useful for a professional data practitioner.

Freed-Hardeman captured the 2022 Mid-South Conference baseball regular-season championship April 23. The Lions finish the regular season with a 34-13 overall record and a 19-5 record in MSC play. Freed-Hardeman wins its first MSC championship and will be the No. 1 seed in the conference tournament which begins on May 5 in Bowling Green, Ky. Freed-Hardeman ranks fourth in the MSC in runs scored (337) and in home runs with 58. On the mound, the Lions rank first in the conference with a 4.49 ERA and fourth with 336 strikeouts.

Freed-Hardeman's social clubs celebrated the 45th annual Makin' Music production, "No Turning Back," Saturday, April 9, 2022. It was the first show performed for a live audience in two years after Covid-19. Xi Chi Delta's "The Spirit of the Samurai" took home the sweepstakes trophy while Sigma Rho's "Rumble at the Raceway" named runner-up and FHU Variants finished third with "The Sound of Sirens." FHU Variants, comprised of students not affiliated with a particular social club, also won the Spirit of Makin' Music Award presented Friday evening. "Makin' Music has been a student-run show from the beginning," Makin' Music Producer Tony Allen said. "We have student staff and student directors; students are what make Makin' Music happen." Five students directed Xi Chi's show: Peyton Cain, Katy, Texas; Hailey Harrington, Ashland City, Tennessee; Elijah Hester, Florence, Alabama; Ella Rhodes, New Johnsonville, Tennessee; Mac Shelton, Henderson, Tennessee; and Laura Beth Welch, Henderson, Tennessee. Winners in the six judged categories were: Choreography and Blocking-Xi Chi Delta, Phi Kappa Alpha and Sigma Rho; Lyrics-FHU Variants, Chi Beta Chi, Xi Chi Delta; Vocals-Chi Beta Chi, Xi Chi Delta, Sigma Rho; Costumes-Xi Chi Delta, FHU Variants, Sigma Rho; Props and Set Design-Sigma Rho, Xi Chi Delta, Phi Kappa Alpha; Entertainment Value-Xi Chi Delta, Sigma Rho, FHU Variants. Suzanna Grady, Makin' Music student coordinator, announced that the show was being dedicated to Roy Sharp, retired administrator and faculty member. Sharp thanked students for the honor via live stream. FHU President David R. Shannon offered a prayer for Sharp, who is currently facing health difficulties. "Moments like Makin' Music remind us just how wonderful the relationships built at Freed-Hardeman are," Shannon said. "We're grateful for the talent of our students and lifetime memories that are made because of Makin' Music."

Mr. and Miss Freed-Hardeman University for the 2021-22 school year were announced, Thursday, April 14, during a special chapel program. CeCe Spencer, of Martin, Tennessee, and John Allen Thomas, of Columbia, Tennessee, according to popular vote, represent the ideal FHU students. Spencer and Thomas were among eight finalists nominated by students, faculty and staff for the honor. Other contenders for Miss FHU were Anniston Butler, Lawrenceburg, Tennessee; Suzanna Grady, Murray, Kentucky; and Kayley Wadlington, Cadiz, Kentucky. Additional nominees for Mr. FHU were Noah Davis, Leander, Texas; Brooks Jackson, Florence, Alabama; and Cameron Miller, Winchester, Virginia.

The Freed-Hardeman Lady Lions take all four games in their final regular-season series over the Bethel University Wildcats. The first game of the day saw Chloe Winters begin the game in the circle as she was able to record 10 strikeouts in just five innings of work, and then was followed up by Brittany Adair for the final two innings, as she allowed no hits in her two innings pitched. The Lady Lions softball team were led by Sophie Dunavant as she blasted a three-run home run in the second inning to guide the already leading FHU team to a quality 8-1 victory. The second game was a closer contest as the Lady Lions clawed back from a 3-0 deficit in the first inning to achieve a 5-4 victory on an Allie Mitchell RBI double in the 9th inning. Cassie Hayes, Annalise Jarnagin, and Anna Kate Norton all collected three hits in the matchup. The Lady Lions finish the regular season with a 45-3 (28-3) record, leaving them as the Mid-South Conference Regular Season Champions. The Lady Lions maintain their No. 4 NAIA National Ranking. The Lady Lions will begin postseason play April 29th. Earlier in April, the team celebrated seven seniors for their outstanding careers both on and off the field. These seniors were: Morgan Crawford, Cassie Hayes, Allie Mitchell, Kennedy Harris, Sophie Dunavant, Caitlin Mitchell, and Emily Bradford.

Xi Chi Delta's "The Spirit of the Samurai" took home the sweepstakes trophy Saturday, April 9, 2022, at Freed-Hardeman's annual Makin' Music production. Sigma Rho's "Rumble at the Raceway" claimed the runner-up spot, while FHU Variants finished third with "The Sound of Sirens." FHU Variants, comprised of students not affiliated with a particular social club, also won the Spirit of Makin' Music Award presented Friday evening. This year marked the 45th anniversary of Makin' Music. However, the previous two years were presented online because of COVID-19. The 2022 presentation was a return to normalcy and a packed house.

Freed-Hardeman University will honor Mr. and Miss FHU Thursday, April 14, 2022, at 10:30 a.m. during the regularly scheduled chapel service held in Loyd Auditorium. Eight senior students, nominated by the faculty and staff and selected by popular vote of their peers, have been chosen as finalists for the honor. Vying for the title of Miss FHU are Anniston Butler, Suzanna Grady, CeCe Spencer and Kayley Wadlington. Contenders for Mr. FHU are Noah Davis, Brooks Jackson, Cameron Miller and John Allen Thomas. Winners will be announced at the special chapel program. Butler is a business major from Lawrenceburg, Tennessee. She is pursuing a Bachelor of Business Administration in marketing and a Master of Business Administration as a part of FHU's dual degree program. She is a team leader in the Campus Delegate Team, a member of the Society of Future Marketers and an officer in Xi Chi Delta Social Club. Grady is a biochemistry major from Murray, Kentucky. She is currently the coordinator of Makin' Music 45, Interface leader, member of the Honors Program and president of Sigma Rho Social Club. She is the second woman in club history to have been elected to this office. Spencer, from Martin, Tennessee, is a family science major. She is a member of Alpha Chi National College Honor Society and an officer in Phi Kappa Alpha Social Club. Wadlington is a special education and elementary education major from Cadiz, Kentucky. She is vice president of the Student Government Association and a member of the Campus Delegate Team, University Chorale, Alpha Chi National College Honor Society and Chi Beta Chi Social Club. From Leander, Texas, Davis is pursuing a degree in biblical studies/youth and family ministry. He is a member of the Campus Delegate Team and Alpha Chi National College Honor Society and an officer in Xi Chi Delta Social Club. Jackson, from Florence, Alabama, is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in biblical studies. He is a two-time host of Makin' Music and a member of Xi Chi Delta Social Club. Miller, from Winchester, Virginia, is serving his second term as Student Government Association president. A member of Xi Chi Delta Social Club, he is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in biblical studies and a Bachelor of Arts in communication. Thomas, from Columbia, Tennessee, has held various offices in Phi Kappa Alpha Social Club and represented his class in the Homecoming royalty. He is majoring in biblical studies/youth ministry. "This time-honored tradition, dating back to 1940, allows the campus community to celebrate our students and those who best represent the ideals inherent in our mission," Chris Ramey, director of alumni engagement, said.

FHU student Brinton Eldridge, a senior biochemistry major, was awarded the Sledge Fellowship from the Alpha Chi Honor Society. Recipients receive $4,000 to support a students' first year in graduate or professional school. Alpha Chi awards two fellowships annually. Recipients are awarded based on a students' research, writing, and letter of recommendation from a faculty member.

Freed-Hardeman Lion Kortland Martin, was named to the NAIA All-American Third Team in late March. Martin scored 18.5 points per game at a 46% clip over his 5-year career. This season, Martin averaged 20.2 points per game, leading the Lions to the NAIA National Tournament. To go along with his illustrious scoring career, Martin has also tallied a total of 459 assists, 157 steals, 423 rebounds, and 334 three-point makes. Martin finished 22nd in the nation in points per game. Martin holds the school's all-time scoring record at 2,321 points. Martin's other accolades include: two-time Honorable Mention All-American, two-time First Team All-AMC, First Team All-MSC, Third Team All-AMC, and AMC Freshman of the Year.

Eleven Freed-Hardeman University students were inducted into the Alpha Chi National Honor Scholarship Society in March. Alpha Chi membership is by invitation only to juniors and seniors with a minimum grade point average of 3.75 on at least 80 credit hours earned hours and be in the top 10% of the junior and senior class to qualify for membership. This semester's inductees all have a GPA of 3.95 or higher. The following students were inducted: Lilly Collum, Catherine Crabb, Jesse Eaton, Sarah Eddleman, Clark Endsley, Camille Erwin, Meagan Frye, Eden Matherley, Alicia Harrington, Hailey Watson and Courtney Willcut. Congratulations to the Spring 2022 inductees to FHU's chapter of the Alpha Chi National College Honor Society!

The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) announced the 2021-22 Women's Basketball All-America Teams and Honorable Mentions in late March. All of the selections are made by the All-America Committee and are comprised of first, second, third and honorable mention teams. Freed-Hardeman Lady Lion Alyssa LeMay recently received an NAIA All-American Honorable Mention. LeMay collected 14.2 points and 7.4 rebounds per game for the Lady Lions. She led the team in both points and rebounds. She ranked 25th with 78 made 3-pointers as well as 23rd in defensive rebounds (210) and ended the year with nine double-doubles. LeMay etched her name in Lady Lion history crossing the 1,000 career points threshold earlier this season. She was also named to the All-MSC First Team. This recognition marks the second straight season that LeMay was named to the All-American Team as she was also named an Honorable Mention at the conclusion of the 2020-21 season. Freed-Hardeman University congratulates Alyssa on this outstanding achievement.

Senior Day festivities before the FHU Lions and Lady Lions basketball games put the players in great spirits. The Freed-Hardeman Lady Lions defeated the University of the Cumberlands Patriots by a final score of 84-63 on Senior Day in the Brewer Sports Center. Lady Lions senior players recognized for their service to the university include Alli Crumpler, Alyssa LeMay, Chynia Brooks, Reagan Floyd and Olivia Stubbs. Reagan Floyd's 19 points, Alyssa LeMay's 11 points and Chynia Brooks' 10 points helped the Lady Lions secure the win. Freed-Hardeman Lions men's team celebrated a senior day win with Francis Agbata, Wayna King and Jeremiah Alexander receiving recognition. Wayna King added 11 points to the Lion 87-75 victory over the Cumberland Patriots.

In late January 2022 more than 30 student volunteers from Freed-Hardeman University traveled to Mayfield, Kentucky to assist in the tornado recovery effort after a devastating storm hit the area Dec. 11, 2021. "Homes are literally gone. You meet the people and they look off in the distance and remember what was there," Curt Graham, a junior public relations and marketing major, said. "It was an eye-opening experience just to be with them and see how grateful they were that we were there." Many of the student volunteers were members of Phi Kappa Alpha social club. They connected with Adam Cross, the club's sponsor, who assisted them with finding families to help in Mayfield while the Henderson Church of Christ provided the transportation.

Freed-Hardeman University photography students inspired Jackson Christian Elementary and Early Learning Village students to consider a career in photography during the school's career week. FHU Assistant Professor of Art Jud Davis asked for student volunteers to serve at the career day booth. Four FHU students dressed up as popular characters for career day kids to select which who they wanted a photograph with. They also could take the opportunity to learn how to take photos. Freshman Madalyn Spicer dressed as Spider-Man, Bradi Mason was Anna from Disney's "Frozen," Anniston McCall was dressed as Elsa also from "Frozen" and Emily Golson dressed as a wizard. Additional FHU students who participated include Brooke Mefford, Micah Barber, Lexie Bell, Brooke Webb, Bradi Mason, Hannah Young and Robert Young, Jr. Brooke Webb and Lexi Bell, both photography majors, are former Jackson Christian students. There were 50 presenters during the Jackson Christian career day including City of Jackson Mayor Scott Conger, the local fire and police departments, Jackson Energy Authority, a hairdresser, banker, dentist and wedding planner. About 350 students attended the career day walk-through. Jackson Christian's fifth annual career day also included job interviews for fifth graders, a career day parade led by Mayor Conger, and three chapel speakers during career week.