• Winter Weather Updates

    We continue to monitor the winter storm that is impacting university operations this weekend and into early this week. 

    • STATUS: All three campus locations are closed through Monday, Jan. 26, with remote work and remote instruction on Monday. Essential operations will continue during the closure. Students should watch their LR email and monitor Canvas for information from instructors. We will continue to monitor conditions closely and will provide an update regarding operations on Tuesday, Jan. 27, by noon on Monday.
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Dr. Laura Crawley
LR Hires Inaugural Vice President for Mission, Engagement and Innovation

Lenoir-Rhyne has hired Laura Crawley, Ph.D., as the inaugural vice president for mission, engagement and innovation. In addition, Crawley will hold the rank of non-tenure track professor of history. Crawley will begin her role July 1 and will report directly to Lenoir-Rhyne President Dr. Fred Whitt.
Chelsea McQueen
Alumna entrepreneur launches organizing business

As part of a family of entrepreneurs – Chelsea Robbins McQueen ’13 has launched her new business, Simply Organized by Chelsea – helping clients transform spaces through decluttering and organization.

Three men sit on an indoor stage
Alumnus shares veteran’s story of hope in new book

A chance meeting with a fellow veteran inspired alumnus Mark Hager '99 to write his book: “The Last of the 357th Infantry: Harold Frank’s WWII Story of Faith and Courage.”
A group of six people smile and laugh while outside
Retirees recognized for service to university, students

With the closing of another academic year, the Bear family says goodbye to five faculty and staff members retiring after more than 20 years of service to the university.
Grace Chapel is shown with the outdoor lights on in the evening
Grant to support development of resources exploring vocational discernment

A grant has been awarded to the university to develop resources that recognize the impact of trauma on an individual’s readiness for vocational discernment.
Macy Kennedy
Outdoor ministry provides life-changing experience

Macy Kennedy '22 is taking her ministry beyond the pulpit and into God’s creation. She has found a way to combine her love for the outdoors with her theological education.
Aerial view of LTSS campus with City of Columbia skyline
Answering the call to serve

A lifelong Lutheran, Lynette McSpadden believes her unique experiences have prepared her for ministry as she pursues a master’s degree in Christian ministry.
Kevin Burke
Building a foundation through men’s ministry

Faith has always been an integral part of Kevin Burke’s life. Today, he is equipping men to serve in the Lutheran faith while furthering his education at Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary.
Students stand outside and hold hands while praying
Students prepare for a future in ministry

Through the skills and education obtained at Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary, three students are preparing for a purposeful ministry in different fields.
A group of students walk away from the camera toward historic buildings in Italy
Immersed in Italy

As part of a spring break study abroad trip to Italy, students were immersed in a once in a life time cultural experience to meet those in the health services and mental health fields abroad.

Tre Williams
Counseling student passionate about aiding marginalized communities

With a passion for helping others, Tre Williams enrolled in the university's school counseling and clinical mental health counseling master's degree program.
Dr. Jennifer L. Burris
Lenoir-Rhyne hires new provost

Lenoir-Rhyne has hired Jennifer L. Burris, Ph.D., as vice president for academic affairs and provost. In addition, Burris will hold the rank of tenured professor in physics.