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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.

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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.

LR Athletic Director Resigns

Lenoir-Rhyne University has announced that Vice President for Athletics Kim Pate has resigned from her position effective today. Pate was hired in March 2016 to replace longtime athletic director Neill McGeachy.

Playmakers open 2024-2025 season with thoughts and thrills

The troupe will present an examination of democracy with "What the Constitution Means to Me" in September, followed by the creepy kookiness of "The Addams Family" in October and November.

Campus community invited to listening sessions for presidential search

Lenoir-Rhyne is seeking input from the entire college community as it begins its search for a new president. The university will host a series of listening sessions where students, faculty and staff can share their thoughts and priorities for the future of the institution.

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Lenoir-Rhyne Presidential Search Committee named

The Lenoir-Rhyne University board of trustees announced today the formation of a presidential search committee to lead the search for the 13th president of Lenoir-Rhyne.