Liberty University was founded in 1971 by Dr. Jerry Falwell Sr., a pastor and televangelist, alongside Elmer L. Towns. The idea came from Falwell's vision to establish a Christian college whose students would "go out in all walks of life to impact this world for God." What started as Lynchburg Baptist College with 154 students has grown into one of the largest Christian universities in the world. Today, Liberty University is owned and operated by Liberty University, Inc., a non-profit organization, with Jonathan Falwell serving as chancellor and Dr. Dondi E. Costin as president.Based in Lynchburg, Virginia, Liberty University covers a wide range of news through its various media outlets, including campus events, academic achievements, sports (with a focus on Liberty University's athletic teams), political developments relevant to the university community, and faith-based stories. The university serves as the primary source of news for Liberty University students, faculty, staff, and alumni, while also reaching a broader audience interested in Christian higher education.**One interesting fact**: Liberty University has a significant economic impact on its local community. The university is responsible for 8,413 jobs in the City of Lynchburg, either directly or indirectly, and generates $966.9 million in economic activity in Virginia. Additionally, Liberty students contribute approximately 500,000 hours of volunteer service per year, with an estimated value of $5.1 million.