Health & Wellness Center

Where wellness, connection and community come together

The Health and Wellness Center represents a defining moment for Lenoir-Rhyne. With an estimated project cost of $15-$20 million, this transformational initiative will shape the student experience for generations. Through partnership with alumni, parents and friends, we can bring this vision to life — creating a place where students grow stronger in every sense.

A Transformational Opportunity

The Health and Wellness Center will be a cornerstone of Lenoir-Rhyne’s future — advancing wellness, faith and community while elevating the student experience.

• Estimated Project Cost: $15-$20 million
• Size: 30,000 square feet
• Signature campus location on 7th Ave NE, anchoring the south end of Shaw Plaza
• Integrated wellness model uniting health, counseling and recreation

This project offers a meaningful opportunity to invest in the lives of students — supporting their growth during their time at LR and long after they leave campus.

A Vision of Wellness & Community

This center represents a bold step forward in the student experience — bringing recreation, fitness, counseling, and health services together under one roof to create a seamless ecosystem of care. Located at the heart of campus, it will be one of the most visible and engaging spaces for students and visitors alike — an anchor for connection, belonging and community.

This facility will quickly become one of the most utilized and impactful spaces on campus — supporting recruitment, retention and student success. It reflects Lenoir-Rhyne’s mission in action: developing graduates who are not only academically prepared, but physically healthy, emotionally resilient and spiritually grounded.

To bring this vision to life, the Health and Wellness Center will be thoughtfully designed to support every dimension of student well-being. From spaces that promote physical strength and activity to environments that encourage rest, reflection and connection, the center will offer a holistic approach to health that meets students where they are and helps them thrive.

Designed for Impact

The Health and Wellness Center will be intentionally designed to support the full student experience—bringing together spaces for movement, connection, care, and restoration. Each area plays a distinct role in creating an environment where students can thrive every day. The Health and Wellness Center will include:

Recreation and Fitness Spaces

This collection of spaces creates an active, welcoming environment where students can build strength, relieve stress and connect with others. Designed for flexibility and daily use, these areas support both structured programming and independent activity—meeting students wherever they are in their wellness journey.

Multipurpose Athletic Courts Two courts that can be used together or separately for basketball, pickleball, volleyball, intramural sports, events and more.

Fitness Floor A dynamic space featuring cardio equipment, free weights and functional training areas.

Group Fitness Studios Flexible, high-energy spaces designed for instructor-led classes such as yoga, cycling, strength training and wellness programming that foster community and engagement.

Integrated Wellness Spaces

Elevated Running / Walking Track A three-lane track overlooking the fitness floor with natural light and views to the outdoors.

Locker Rooms Modern, comfortable spaces that support convenience, accessibility and daily use.

Wellness Café / Smoothie Bar A welcoming spot to refuel and recharge with healthy, grab-and-go options.

Student Health Clinic A thoughtfully designed care environment with exam rooms, a procedure room, nurse station, telehealth suites and secure records area.

Counseling Center Comfortable, confidential spaces that support students’ mental and emotional well-being.