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Student-athlete overcomes hurdles

Instructional studies major and track and field athlete Lacey Triplett '22 has persevered through shoulder surgery last season to earn all-region honors in the pole vaulting event for the 2022 season. Now, she sets her sights toward graduate school through the Bridges to Dreams program.

Giving Day sets records in support of LR

Lenoir-Rhyne supporters showed the incredible strength of the Bear Family during the university’s annual giving day, Bears Give Back, setting an all-time high of $695,967 from 849 donors.

Centennial celebration honors musical talent

The university celebrates its first century of bands on the Hickory campus with a performance and reception.

Three-day symposium to focus on mental health, caring, addiction and recovery

The aim of the symposium, scheduled for March 30, 31 and April 1, is to address the national mental health crisis on a local level by targeting two vulnerable groups in the community — hospitality workers and students.

LTSS Alumni and Friends Make Their Mark

Alumni gathered for the second annual Day of Giving for Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary of Lenoir-Rhyne and the seminary’s annual Alumni Day on Thursday, Feb. 17.

Lenoir-Rhyne University, Mars Hill University forge partnership

Lenoir-Rhyne University and Mars Hill University have partnered to ease the transition for Mars Hill undergraduate students and alumni who enroll in Lenoir-Rhyne master’s-level degree programs.

Pursuing purpose for equitable education

Geraldine Ledezma Garcia ’22 has truly made the most of her student experience at Lenoir-Rhyne. From her involvement in the Teaching Scholars program and as a founder of the Latin Hispanic Student Alliance to her leadership role as a resident assistant, she’s explored many opportunities to learn where her true passions lie.

Changing lives and life-changing moments

Summer Kindley '24 isn’t afraid to push the boundaries. Her journey at Lenoir-Rhyne is different from the traditional student but defining moments have helped her push those boundaries toward her career goal.

Survey finds 96 percent of LR grads employed or continuing education

According to the results of a First Destination survey administered by the Office of Institutional Advancement, 96 percent of 2021 LR graduates are employed or enrolled in higher education programs six months after graduation.

Mission in Music

In collaboration with Western Piedmont Symphony, renowned baritone Sidney Outlaw held a voice master class with alumna Alexandria McKneely as part of a learning experience for students.

Student showcase celebrates Black excellence

In celebration of Black History Month, students performed in a showcase to connect as a community and celebrate Black excellence.

Scott Woodard promoted to director

The university has named longtime employee Scott Woodard to serve as director of conferences and events.