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Lenoir-Rhyne has named veteran classroom teacher and school administrator Deby Mitchell, Ed.D., as the university's new director of disability services.

Six members of the grant writing team for the Noyce scholarship program stand in the George Hall lobby

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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Lenoir-Rhyne named to Phi Theta Kappa Transfer Honor Roll

The honor roll recognizes colleges and universities around the world that are creating innovative and effective support strategies for transfer students.

Studying abroad with support from the State Department

Melanie Mora '25 has been planning to study abroad in South Korea for more than a year. Now the U.S. Department of State is supporting her studies through the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship.

LR names new chair of the School of Nursing

Tabitha Toney '99, Ph.D., will lead the program with an eye toward excellence and a heart for patient care.

Two female students hold a poster with thank a donor written on it

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.

Chad Rimmer appears via Zoom on the large screen at Q&A session in Belk Centrum

LTSS hosts Q&A at North Carolina Synod Gathering

Keeping the lines of communication open, the Rev Dr. Chad Rimmer took questions from LTSS alumni to provide updates and clarity about the seminary's upcoming relocation.

Queens of the Jungle

From the leading lion to a superhero octopus, biology professor Carly York, Ph.D., shares the animal kingdom's most amazing female species in her new book.

Three students walking across campus with Grace Chapel and Shaw Plaza in the background

Lenoir-Rhyne announces partnership with The Art of Compassion

Promoting kindness, empathy and community through arts, education and entertainment, makes LR and The Art of Compassion a perfect fit for partnership.

Charles Cooke in front of a chalkboard in the lab in 1984

The end of three eras

2024 saw the retirement of three of the university's longest-serving faculty members, with more than 150 years of combined service between them. Colleagues, students and alumni shared their memories and gratitude.

Dr. Marsha Fanning teaches in front of a class of students

Retirees recognized for service to university

With the closing of another academic year, we say goodbye to a group of faculty and staff members who have given years of service to the university and its students.

Six students in graduation regalia stand on the field under a sign reading "Congratulations Class of 2024"

Lenoir-Rhyne University holds 2024 commencement ceremonies

Speakers and members of the Class of 2024 reflected on the challenges of their journey and the fulfillment of lifelong dreams at commencement ceremonies on three campuses.