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Harrison Hickman with community in Tanzania

When tourism, education and service collide

After his first trip to Tanzania, Harrison Hickman '24 began studying Swahili and making plans for his return. Now he's making plans for a longer future in the country he loves.

Kenzie Foyle and a bear statue in Edinburgh

Opening a world of confidence

Kenzie Foyle '23 was in Paris with Model U.N. when she took an interview that would lead to an internship in Ireland and the adventure of a lifetime.

Judge Marvin Pope addresses Veterans Treatment Court graduation.

Serving those who have served

Since 2015, N.C. Superior Court Judge Marvin Pope '70 has helped veterans rebuild their lives through an innovative approach to justice.

A close call and a change of direction

When a parachute malfunction ended Sgt. Hayden Anderson's military career, he came to LR to pursue a different passion.

Lenoir-Rhyne Playmakers present “Fun Home” November 9-12

The Tony-award-winning musical based on Alison Bechdel's acclaimed graphic novel comes to LR to start the Playmakers' season.

Amy Hedrick named dean of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Amy Hedrick, Ph.D., brings a long record of leadership and academic excellence to her new role at the helm of humanities and social sciences.

“A Lenoir-Rhyne Christmas” celebrates the season Nov. 30-Dec. 2

The beloved annual concert marks its tenth year in Grace Chapel. Tickets will be available starting Nov. 1 through the LR Box Office.

Dassow University Commons house and sign

Local alumni named to Hickory’s Top 10 Under 40 list

Alumni Rachel Heck ’11 and Brandon Pope ’08 have been named to this year’s Top 10 Under 40 list by the Hickory Young Professionals.

Landon Arey with Candace and Robert Arey

Following in the family footsteps with Bear Bound

50 years after his grandparents graduated from LR, Landon Arey '25 has followed their legacy toward his own bright future.

LR ranked nationally as “Best Value”

In its 2023-24 rankings, U.S. News and World Report recognized LR among the best universities in the South for value and social mobility.

LTSS installation service scheduled for new rector and dean

The Rev. Dr. Chad Rimmer will be officially installed as rector and dean of Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary (LTSS) during a special service in Columbia on November 9, 2023.

Collaboration, connections and innovation

The newly named director for the Center for Teaching and Learning, Shweta Kailani, MBA, to bring an expertise and drive for educational excellence and student success to the unversity.