• 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

Senior Bears

Senior Bears connects community members to the academic and cultural opportunities at Lenoir-Rhyne.

It’s open to all adults 55 and older and is a great way to take advantage of the many exciting opportunities at LR. Annual membership costs $100. Purchase your membership today to start taking advantage of this program. Retired LR or LTSS faculty and staff may qualify for a free membership. 

Purchase a Senior Bear Membership LR & LTSS Retiree Registration

Membership Benefits

  • Memberships are offered on a running 12-month schedule from date of purchase
  • Senior Bears ID Card
  • LR parking sticker
  • Access to and check-out privileges at the Rudisill Library
  • Use of LR pool during open swim hours (a $200 value). Starting Monday, January 12, 2026
    • Monday, Wednesday from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
    • Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 8 a.m.-1 p.m.
    • Pool hours subject to change without notice.
  • Complimentary copies of Profile magazine and other mailings
  • Option to audit one undergraduate course per academic year (a $690 value)*
    • Class audit subject to open seats and professor approval
    • Must have approval from the Office of Admission before attending any class
    • Application deadlines for Senior Bears:
      • December 1 for spring semester 
      • May 1 for summer semester
      • August 1 for fall semester 
      • *If applications are not submitted by these dates, Senior Bears will have to wait until the following semester to audit a course
  • Four meals per year in the dining hall (a $40 value)

*Excludes applied music courses and specialized lab courses.