View From the Hill

In this episode, we dive into the story behind Lindsey Wilson University’s newest campus landmark, a stunning mural by local artist Dani Ford of Jamestown, Kentucky. Painted on the historic Phillips Hall, one of LWU’s oldest residence halls, the mural blends tradition with creativity to create a picture-perfect spot for students and visitors alike. Hear how Dani brought her vision to life, what in...

Dean of Students Dr. Chris Schmidt and Assistant Dean of Students Dr. Abe Cross sit down to discuss the excitement surrounding our first opening weekend as Lindsey Wilson University.

Lindsey Wilson College Athletic Director Willis Pooler and Associate Athletics Director Chris Wells close out the 2025 podcast season of “A View from the Hill” by recounting records set and championships won by Blue Raider student-athletes in 2024-25.

Kisha Burton and Yayi Sonnabend reflect on the Bonner Scholars’ service experience in Chapala, Mexico.

Meet Director of Choral Activities Jennifer Bersaglia and Director of Bands Robert Palmer. Both will lead Lindsey Wilson University’s diverse musical ensembles in 2025-26.

Memorial Weekend 2025 was one for the books! In this episode, we celebrate three new Blue Raider national champions and take you behind the scenes of a unique Kentucky tradition — the Kentucky Mountain Laurel Festival. 

Lindsey Wilson's Robert Brock, Kassidy Phelps, and TheatreFest! interns give a preview of summer theatre fun on The Hill.

Current Lindsey Wilson students Madi Corbin and Reilly Wells share why they chose Lindsey Wilson and offer a glimpse into their college experiences.

Lindsey Wilson Singers Alumni come together to talk about how the program and Dr. Gerald Chafin leave a lasting impact on students' lives.

Meet two of Lindsey Wilson’s outstanding faculty – Dr. JC Phelps, who was named the Student Government Association’s Teacher of the Year; and Dr. Benson  Sexton ’04, who received the Exemplary Teacher Award from The United Methodist Church Division of Higher Education.

Meet the three extraordinary student leaders who received top honors at this year’s L3 Student Leadership Banquet: Caitlin Higdon, Mia Weigel and Reilly Wells.

Co-Director Kassidy Phelps previews the musical adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s classic “Little Women,” which will be presented April 24-27 in historic V.P. Henry Auditorium. To purchase tickets, visit https://sites.google.com/lindsey.edu/lwctheatre/tickets

English professors Dr. Rachel Carr and Kendall Sewell discuss the impact, significance and greater meaning of F. Scott Fitzgerald's "The Great Gatsby."

Rex Booth '10 discusses why he chose to work in education and reminisces about his days at Lindsey Wilson.

Theatre professor Robert Brock previews Conor McPherson's "The Weir," which will be performed April 2-4 & 6 in V.P. Henry Auditorium. To purchase tickets, visit https://sites.google.com/lindsey.edu/lwctheatre/tickets

English graduate Kylie Jackson '24 discusses her senior thesis, which connects Taylor Swift's "The Albatross" with Samuel Taylor Coleridge's "The Rime of the Ancient Mariner."

Political science professor Matthew Powers joins seniors Jackson Logan, Maia Sapp and Anatoliy Voloshyn to discuss the extraordinary opportunities offered to Lindsey Wilson students who participate in the Capitol Hill Internship Program. The episode also features CHIP Dean and Executive Director Robert Walter.

Katie Brown ’18 reflects on lessons learned, starting with her award-winning teaching career on the eve of the COVID-19 pandemic, what makes Lindsey Wilson a great place to learn how to become a teacher, and why Begley Scholars Day is one of her favorite days of the year.

Director of Nursing Dr. Emiley Button discusses what makes Lindsey Wilson’s nursing program one of the best in Kentucky.

The Wesley Scholars discuss what called them to Lindsey Wilson and what they enjoy most about being a christian ministries major.

Caitlin Higdon ’25 of Elizabethtown, Kentucky, talks about her study-abroad experiences as an Irish American Scholar studying at Ulster University’s campus in Coleraine, Northern Ireland – where she introduced the natives to Thanksgiving and was moved to tears by Edinburgh Castle.

Director of Education Jennifer Antoniotti-Neal discusses what makes Lindsey Wilson’s education program one of the best in Kentucky.

Director of Civic Engagement, Student Leadership and the Bonner Scholar Program Kisha Burton and Bonner Assistant Director Yayi Sonnabend discuss the Bonner Scholars Program’s far-reaching impact, both on campus and beyond.

Chaplain Rev. Tyler Brumfield tells how he arrived at Lindsey Wilson College, explains the services and programming offered to students by the chaplain’s office, and why being the Lindsey Wilson chaplain is a “dream come true.”

Theatre professor Robert Brock previews the 2025 spring productions and this summer’s TheatreFest!; discusses the new arts administration major; and explains how the regional performing arts center will benefit the campus and community.