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A Hickory native with more than 16 years of prior service at LR, Wood brings broad experience in academic innovation, student success and regional partnerships to the university’s chief academic role.

Lenoir-Rhyne's new director of student engagement believes the best college experiences begin with listening, connection and a welcoming campus culture.

More than 900 handwritten notes from LR alumni welcomed the university's largest incoming class, offering encouragement, campus traditions and a sense of belonging before move-in.

Following a five-month campus-wide engagement process and unanimous approval by the Board of Trustees, Lenoir-Rhyne has adopted revised Mission, Vision and Values that will guide the university's future and provide a clearer, more memorable expression of LR's identity.

Residence halls, dining spaces and athletic facilities will welcome students this fall with a series of upgrades designed to improve everyday campus life.

Isaiah Reyes ’25 shares how his vision for a graffiti wall has become an evolving space where students express creativity, celebrate traditions and leave their mark.

Purchased by South Carolina-based Clear Dot Charter School, the historic campus will continue serving students through an educational mission.

These six alumni bring decades of experience, deep campus connections and a shared commitment to serving future generations of Bears.

A gift from LR alumna Kate Esch ’70 and her husband, Bob, will extend internship microgrant funding for students through the 2028-29 academic year.

Fourteen students from five NC universities are spending the summer in Hickory, building skills and connections through the Well Crafted Interns Program.

Fiscal Year 2026 sets new records for giving, donor engagement and annual fund support as Charge Forward campaign surpasses $81.8 million.

More than 1,500 local second-grade students will explore Mac Barnett’s “Circle” through Lenoir-Rhyne’s 2027 Little Read program and author visit.