Campaign News | Lenoir-Rhyne University

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Charge Forward campaign surpasses $75 million, accelerating momentum toward $90 million goal

The milestone reflects strong alumni and donor support as Lenoir-Rhyne advances student-centered priorities and future campus investments.

Lenoir-Rhyne announces public phase of $90M “Charge Forward” campaign

Lenoir-Rhyne is charging forward—removing barriers, expanding opportunity and shaping tomorrow’s leaders through a preeminent, purpose-driven student experience.

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Shurtape Technologies gift advances revitalization of Lenoir-Rhyne’s Cromer Center

A $250,000 gift from Shurtape Technologies brings the Cromer Center one step closer to a modern refresh—new spaces, improved accessibility, and even more energy in the heart of campus life.

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Lenoir-Rhyne receives grant to refresh Rudisill Library

The Cannon Charitable Trust has awarded Lenoir-Rhyne a $100,000 grant to revitalize Rudisill Library, enhancing its spaces, technology and accessibility.

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Loyal Bears: 42 years of giving

For decades, 29 families have shown unwavering devotion to Lenoir-Rhyne, giving year after year to support future generations of Bears.

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Lenoir-Rhyne University receives grant for nursing scholarships

A $265,000 grant from the Lettie Pate Whitehead Foundation will provide scholarships for undergraduate nursing students at Lenoir-Rhyne in 2025–26, supporting women pursuing careers that serve the healthcare needs of their communities.

Kate Esch leans on a table in the space designated for the new food pantry

Lenoir-Rhyne University to expand student food pantry

Thanks to a generous endowment from Kate Esch ’70, Kate’s Cupboard will open this fall in the Cromer Center with 24/7 access to fresh food, personal care items and more.

Banners on light posts along the quad by Mauney-Schaeffer during installation in late spring

Summer renovations provide a fresh start for the fall semester

Improvements around campus include HVAC units in Isenhour dorm rooms, fresh paint, new floors as well as cutting-edge technology in Rhyne building classrooms and much more.

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Lenoir-Rhyne receives $1.2 million National Science Foundation grant

Awarded through the Robert Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program, the funds will diversify STEM education by providing scholarships for Master of Arts in teaching students specializing in STEM subjects.

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An exceptional year of fundraising success

Thanks to the support of alumni, families and friends, Lenoir-Rhyne University celebrated the end of another successful fiscal year on May 31, 2024.

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Faculty research wins funding from Appalachian College Association

Funds totaling almost $40,000 will support inquiries into recreational math, Chinese culture, Indigenous philosophies and local economies.

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Alumni gift supports vocation and self-discovery

Thanks to the generosity of two alumni, the Center for Vocation and Purpose is getting a new name. The mission to help students find meaning in their lives and work remains the same.