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LR Live


Upcoming Event Live Steams


Hickory Commencement Ceremony
YouTube Live Stream
Friday, May 9, 2025, at 6 p.m.
Moretz Stadium (rain location Shuford Arena)

Recent Live Steams

Welcome Event & Reception for LR's 13th President: Dr. Summer McGee
Friday, April 25, 2025; 10-10:30 a.m.
Belk Centrum


LTSS Alumni Day

Holy Eucharist Service
Grace Chapel | 10-11 a.m. (live stream goes live at 9:50 a.m.)          
The Holy Eucharist Service will be broadcast via live stream from Grace Chapel at Lenoir-Rhyne University. The service includes a memorial service for alumni who have died in the last year and recognition of classes. Bishop Phyllis Milton of the Virginia Synod will preside.

Yost Lecture:
Savanna Sullivan, Lutheran World Federation Program Executive for Youth
Belk Centrum | 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (live stream goes live at 11:20 a.m.)

Afternoon Forum
Belk Centrum | 2:15 p.m. (live stream goes live at 2:05 p.m.)
The Yost Lecture is a distinguished annual event featuring prominent voices in theology and ministry. ELCA Bishop Elizabeth Eaton will speak on the future of theological education and LTSS. Includes a presentation of Bedenbaugh Award to The Rev. Christine Stoxen* M.Div. '00 and a town hall discussion. 

*The Rev. Christine Stoxen will share her remarks via a prerecorded message due to a previous commitment.

News & Events

Student in audience smiles to camera while attending commencement ceremony

Lenoir-Rhyne expands access to higher education with a bold initiative that removes tuition costs for families across the Carolinas.

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Joe Bear waves to the crowd at the homecoming parade

From reunions and campus celebrations to the inauguration of President McGee, Lenoir-Rhyne’s Homecoming weekend October 16-18 will highlight tradition, connection and new beginnings.

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