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Orientation Date: August 17-20

Congratulations and Welcome to the Bear Family. We are excited you have chosen to attend Lenoir-Rhyne University. New Student Orientation is designed to prepare college students for the personal, social, and academic opportunities ahead. You will learn valuable tips and resources from orientation leaders and professional staff, who will serve as your guides and mentors at LRU.

• Engage in the First Year Experience (FYE) Program
• Learn Lenoir-Rhyne Traditions
• Explore Clubs and Organizations
• Connect with academic support
• Insightful discussions about the Campus Read book
• Mindfulness for Health & Wellness
• Learn about living on campus and safety tips
• Discover resources for commuter, transfer, international, and first year students
• Participate in fun late night events

Come ready with questions about campus life and what it means to be an LR Bear. Also, we can’t forget to mention the wonderful experiences of meeting other incoming LRU students. Be prepared to make friends with fellow Bears. The Orientation Staff looks forward to meeting you on August 18.

Facebook Page: LR Orientation
Twitter: @LRUOrientation
Instagram: lr_orientation
Snapchat: LR_Orientation

Questions? Contact us at lr.orientation@lr.edu or 828.328.7016

Visit our Office of Student Success page to learn more about academic advising, academic coaching, and probation and academic recovery.

FYE 191-192: First Year Experience

The purpose of FYE is to help students make the transition from high school to college, to prepare them to be successful in their college careers and beyond. In more concrete terms, this includes fostering the academic skills and professional behavior required in college and introducing students to the rigors of college in general and to the unique educational culture of Lenoir-Rhyne in particular. Each section of FYE has a specific content area, so students should select courses based on their interest in the subject matter; in all sections, however, students should expect to be challenged by the reading, writing, researching, thinking, and discussing involved. This is a two-semester course, with three credit hours in the fall and three in the spring.

Campus Read
Freshman students will read The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead and participate in several dialogues that explore the themes of slavery, race, community, and the continuing fight for justice and equality. To learn more about this book and to access resources, visit the Visiting Writers Series page.
* All students are expected to complete the Campus Read prior to their arrival for Orientation.

Visit our Residence Life page to learn more about housing options and the services we provide.

Student Accounts
Lohr Learning Commons
Campus Security
Office of International Education
Office of Multicultural Affairs
Cornerstone Student Support & Wellness Center
Student Clubs & Organizations
Campus Ministry
Convocation Program
Alex Lee Career & Professional Development Center
Fitness Center/Intramural Programs
Dining & Food Service
Bookstore