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Lenoir-Rhyne names Chad Spencer vice president for enrollment management

Lenoir-Rhyne has named Chad Spencer, B.A. ’97, MBA ’03, as its new vice president of enrollment management. He will shape the university’s enrollment and retention strategies and support long-term institutional sustainability.

Visiting Writers Series 2026-2027 Author Headshots

Lenoir-Rhyne announces 2026–2027 Visiting Writers Series lineup

Lenoir-Rhyne University has announced the lineup for the 2026–27 Visiting Writers Series, welcoming four acclaimed authors whose work spans memoir, literary fiction and narrative nonfiction.

A LR education major poses for photo in literacy center with student

How Lenoir-Rhyne built literacy practice into every year of teacher preparation

Lenoir-Rhyne’s School of Education integrates literacy instruction and real classroom practice throughout its teacher preparation program to strengthen reading outcomes.

Sharon Hush joins Lenoir-Rhyne as university registrar

With more than two decades of experience in registrar services, Hush steps into her new role at Lenoir-Rhyne, focused on student success and efficient academic operations.

Alyssa Sack with her daughter Abigail as an infant

The Alyssa Sack Memorial Scholarship honors a life of faith and determination

Alyssa Sack ’20, M.S. ’22, balanced lacrosse, academics, and motherhood with grace. Her memory now supports occupational therapy students through a new scholarship.

The full class of 2026 Tri-Alpha inductees at the front of Grace Chapel

Lenoir-Rhyne hosts second annual Tri-Alpha induction ceremony

The Kappa Eta chapter of the national honor society for first-generation college students celebrated its second induction, honoring members who show resilience, leadership and excellence.

Professors and PA studies students gather around a light table to look at imaging

12th annual healthcare symposium highlights interdisciplinary approach

Healthcare professionals, students and community partners are invited to Lenoir-Rhyne on March 26 to explore topics in comprehensive, patient-centered care.

Three professionals discuss AI in front of data dashboard screen

AI Foundations micro-credential course focused on practical, ethical AI use

Applied AI lab format emphasizes productivity, ethics and accountability as workforce demand for AI fluency accelerates. Begins March 3.

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Charge Forward campaign surpasses $75 million, accelerating momentum toward $90 million goal

The milestone reflects strong alumni and donor support as Lenoir-Rhyne advances student-centered priorities and future campus investments.

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Bears Engage opens dialogue on democracy and culture

Spring 2026 events feature a conversation on “On Tyranny,” a Mardi Gras concert highlighting American composers and a panel discussion about what binds a nation.

Three men work together assembling a project in a lab

Appalachian College Association collaborative to boost student engagement and leadership

Lenoir-Rhyne, Emory & Henry, and Mars Hill will launch a pilot program to strengthen leadership, engagement, and persistence among male students across campuses.

Students talk with employers during career fair

Lenoir-Rhyne students connect with employers at Hickory career fair

“Careers. Well Crafted.” is a citywide, drop-in career fair offering students access to employers across industries, on-site preparation support and a welcoming space to explore next steps.