• Winter Weather Updates

    We continue to monitor the winter storm that is impacting university operations this weekend and into early this week. 

    • STATUS: All three campus locations are closed through Monday, Jan. 26, with remote work and remote instruction on Monday. Essential operations will continue during the closure. Students should watch their LR email and monitor Canvas for information from instructors. We will continue to monitor conditions closely and will provide an update regarding operations on Tuesday, Jan. 27, by noon on Monday.
    • FACILITIES (Hickory): The library and fitness center will be closed Saturday through Monday. The Cromer Center dining hall is expected to operate on a normal schedule unless otherwise communicated.
    • RECEIVE UPDATES: Check LR email and the LR website for official university updates.
    • STAY CONNECTED: If you haven't already, download and enable notifications for the SafeZone app for timely safety alerts and campus information.

    We appreciate your flexibility and patience as we continue to monitor the situation and prioritize the safety and well-being of our campus community.

    Storm Updates

Alumni Association Awards

Every year, the Alumni Association honors deserving alumni with its awards. The award presentation takes place at the Bears for Life Luncheon held during Alumni Weekend.

Awards

Clarence L. Pugh Distinguished Alumnus/a Award
Presented annually to an alumnus/a who has demonstrated great prominence in his or her career field while adhering to the principles of education and Christian character upon which Lenoir-Rhyne University was founded. In 2001, the award was renamed for Clarence L. Pugh ’62 in recognition of his many years of dedicated service to Lenoir-Rhyne University.

Opal L. Moretz Alumni Service Awards
Given in memory of Opal Ledford Moretz ’65, former Lenoir-Rhyne dean of students and volunteer director of church relations, and recognize significant acts of service to the community, the university and the Alumni Association. One award for each category is presented every year.

Rising Star Young Alumnus/a Award
Commissioned by the Lenoir-Rhyne University Alumni Association board of directors in 2000 to recognize outstanding achievement and potential of young alumni.

Nominate an Alumnus/a for an Award