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The Aerobears team pose with their 2024 rocket and show the LR hand sign in the New Mexico desert

AeroBears aim to top 2024 successes

After their historic finish at the 2024 Spaceport America Cup, the rocketry team wants to share the excitement with a bigger team and higher goals.

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Presidential Search Committee nearing completion of listening sessions, launches online survey

The Presidential Search Committee at Lenoir-Rhyne is wrapping up its series of in-person listening sessions and has now launched an online survey to gather additional input from the LRU community.

Leaders of the National Pan Hellenic Council stand together in Cromer Center Lobby

LR to host Stroll to the Polls October 18

Sponsored in part by LR's National Pan-Hellenic Council organizations, the event will feature Hickory's mayor and promote early voting.

Lenoir-Rhyne hires search firm for AD search, names search committee

Lenoir-Rhyne University has announced that it has retained Collegiate Sports Associates (CSA) to assist in the search for its next athletic director. CSA, a leading executive search firm specializing in the sports industry, will work closely with the university to identify and attract top-tier candidates for the position.

Interior of a dorm room with a sofa below loft bed, light strings and colorful throws and pillows

Campus Housing Committee created to enhance residential life

Focusing on greater comfort and convenience, the committee will evaluate current student housing and develop plans to meet future residential needs.

LTSS Move Update from the LR Hickory Campus

Updates from the Rev. Dr. Chad Rimmer on the LTSS move to the LR Hickory campus. Information on transition tables, accreditation reports, date for the Decommissioning Service and the new location for the seminary in Russell House.

Two softball players laugh on the field with Coach Shena Hollar

Thank you, coaches

Members of some of LR's most successful athletic teams honored National Coaches Day by talking about what makes their coaches special.

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A heartfelt thank-you

A message from University President Dr. Fred Whitt expressing LR's deepest gratitude for the incredible resilience, flexibility and positivity you've all demonstrated during the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.

Enrollment up for fall 2024

Overall enrollment is up at Lenoir-Rhyne for the fall semester, driven by increases in new students and a jump in the retention rate.

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Lenoir-Rhyne earns dual recognition in U.S. News & World Report rankings

In the "Regional Universities (South)" category, LR came in at #51 overall and at #18 in the "Best Value" subcategory, underscoring a commitment to providing an accessible, high-quality educational experience.

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LR receives historic donation for seminary

In honor of his family and his Lutheran faith, Robert Isenhour Jr. has committed $7 million, the largest single donation ever pledged to LR and the seminary.

Lenoir-Rhyne appoints interim athletic director

Lenoir-Rhyne is pleased to announce the appointment of Roachel Laney as the university’s Interim Athletic Director. This appointment comes as LR embarks on a national search for a permanent athletic director to lead its Division II athletics program.