• Winter Weather Updates

    Remote Instruction Continues  – Thursday-Friday, Jan. 29-30

    Remote instruction will continue on Thursday and Friday for Hickory and Asheville locations.

    This decision reflects our ongoing priority to support the safety of our community as weather conditions evolve across the region. By making a decision about Friday now, we aim to provide clarity and allow everyone to plan accordingly.

    Important reminders:

    • Faculty: Continue to communicate directly with students regarding course expectations.

    • Staff: Remain in contact with your supervisors regarding work arrangements.

    We appreciate everyone’s flexibility and care for one another as we navigate these conditions together.

    We will continue to monitor the forecast and will communicate any additional updates as needed.

    Storm Updates

Fostering inclusion on campus

Multicultural Affairs

The Office of Multicultural Affairs aspires to create and support a community that welcomes people of all backgrounds, perspectives and experiences.

Cultural Series Celebrations

Students dancing on stage at event

Throughout the year, we organize and also co-sponsor many university events to honor and celebrate all on the campus community.

  • Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration
  • Black History Month
  • Hispanic celebrations
  • Native American celebrations
  • Women's History Month
  • Asian Heritage Month

We strive to create an environment that brings out the best in all people and advocate for all. Through various programs, we seek to ensure that all have equal access to the education and resource opportunities available. 

Our office oversees various affinity groups and organizations that support and encourage all identities, such as:

  • LR Pride Club
  • African Student Union
  • Black Student Alliance
  • Latin Hispanic Student Alliance
  • Asian Student Association
  • Multicultural Student Ambassadors

All are welcome to be part of any of these organizations and events.

News & Events

Percival Everett at the podium in PE Monroe Auditorium
Percival Everett draws full house for Visiting Writers Series at Lenoir-Rhyne

Award-winning author Percival Everett drew a near-capacity crowd to Lenoir-Rhyne University as he reflected on writing, reading, race and the power of fiction to shape how we move through the world.

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Back view of a Buddhist monk facing a crowd and lights from the steps of Beam Hall in Columbia
The invisible work of peace: Buddhist monks’ journey comes to Columbia

When plans shifted during the Walk for Peace, a stop at Lenoir-Rhyne’s Columbia location became a powerful moment of connection, rest and shared spiritual practice.

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January 30 / International House
Affordable Summer Study Abroad Info Session
February 04 / Hickory Metro Convention Center
"Careers. Well Crafted." Career Fair
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