Alumni Webinars

Lenoir-Rhyne is committed to supporting alumni at every stage of life and career. Through our Alumni Webinars, we offer virtual programs designed to inform, inspire and connect Bear alumni across generations.

These recorded sessions feature university leaders, faculty experts, accomplished alumni and industry professionals sharing insight on leadership, career development, wellness, lifelong learning and the future of Lenoir-Rhyne. Whether you are exploring new professional opportunities, seeking personal growth or simply looking to stay connected to campus, these webinars provide practical takeaways and meaningful engagement.

Browse the recent recordings below and revisit conversations that help you continue to shine ever brighter.

Presidential Alumni Tour (Virtual Session) – Dr. Summer McGee
February, 17, 2026

Lenoir-Rhyne University welcomed Dr. Summer McGee as its 13th president and the first woman to serve in this role in the university’s history. A nationally recognized leader and educator, Dr. McGee brings a strong record of innovation, institutional growth and community engagement.

During this virtual Presidential Alumni Tour session, Dr. McGee shared her vision for Lenoir-Rhyne’s future and outlined how the university will continue to “Shine Ever Brighter.” The event also included a live Q&A with alumni.

Lunch & Learn: A Healthy Mindset for the New Year
January 28, 2026

In this one-hour Lunch & Learn, alumna and nationally board certified health and wellness coach Liz Becker MBA ’23 shared a simple, science-backed framework designed to align intentions with daily actions — without relying on willpower or rigid resolutions.

Becker guided participants through three practical mindset shifts that make healthy habits more sustainable:

• Continuum Thinking — letting go of all-or-nothing patterns
• Approach Mindset — focusing on what to add rather than restrict
• Environmental Design — creating small setups that build lasting momentum

This workshop encouraged reflection, flexible thinking and small, realistic steps that support meaningful change.

This webinar was sponsored by the Lenoir-Rhyne University Office of Alumni Engagement and the Alex Lee Career & Professional Development Center.