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Five men in U.S. Navy fatigues stand together outside

Veterans chart new paths to the future at Lenoir-Rhyne

As America observes Veterans Day, the Lenoir-Rhyne community holds a special appreciation for the veteran students who share their knowledge and life experience with their fellow Bears every day.

For service and storytelling

Fresh out of high school, Michael Gerbitz joined the U.S. Navy to explore the world and have adventures. Now he’s at LR majoring in computer science and looking to a future in cybersecurity.

Building a past and future with the U.S. Navy

After five years supporting construction and public works projects around the world as an engineering aide with the U.S. Navy Seabees, Harley Barnes enrolled at LR so he could prepare to serve his country in Naval intelligence.

Called to serve God and country

After a 20-year career with the U.S. Army, James Dahl recognized his calling to serve the church. After completing his Master of Divinity in 2023, he will follow a new line of service as a Lutheran minister.

Leading in the age of authenticity

Utilizing the works of Canadian philosopher Charles Taylor, the Rev. Dr. Justin Nickel is teaching an elective course encouraging students to exercise intense introspection and deep dive into their views of religion.

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New TimelyCare platform supports student health and well-being

TimelyCare offers LR students free 24/7 access to medical and mental health support and well-being resources.

Student watching the show "Friends" on a laptop

A new take on familiar entertainment

Asking the important questions about Han Solo and Chandler Bing - these humanities courses explore how pop culture shows the world as it is and as we want it to be.

Feeling the calling

Through an impactful internship at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Mac Mullins '23 gained confidence in his preaching.

Redevelopment in the time of COVID

As a pastoral intern in Albuquerque, New Mexico, in 2021, Brandy Schneck ’23 found purpose and success revitalizing a community of faith at Holy Cross Lutheran Church.

Living a study-abroad dream in Japan

Jalen Carter always wanted to go to Japan. With LR's international education resources, he's studying at Toyo University, getting out of his comfort zone and having the adventure of a lifetime.

Chase White works with a microscope in a science lab

Seeing a future under the microscope

Biology major Chase White '23 has spent two years studying plant and animal cells in the labs, but his most important discovery has been his future.

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Alumni named on Hickory’s Top 10 Under 40 list

Recognized by the Hickory Young Professionals, five Lenoir-Rhyne alumni have been named to this year’s Top 10 Under 40 list.