Reunions

Experience the magic of Lenoir-Rhyne by making plans to attend your class reunion. Over Homecoming Weekend, LR will help four classes celebrate milestone reunions. Reunion registration will open on Tuesday, July 29.

Class of 1975 | 50th Reunion
Friday, Oct. 17, 2025
6 p.m.
Dassow University Commons, President's Home

Hosted at the President’s Home in Dassow University Commons, the Class of 1975 proudly celebrates its 50th Reunion. Nestled at the edge of campus, the President’s Home offers a warm and elegant setting designed for both hospitality and community. Beginning at 6 PM, the evening will feature heavy hors d’oeuvres, an open bar of beer and wine, and a specialty class gift. Cost: $40 per person. Registration required. 

The 50th reunion planning committee invites all classmates and their guests to a reunion breakfast on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 8:30-10 a.m. in Alex and Lee George Hall, home to the natural sciences and opened in 2017. Guests will enjoy a complimentary light breakfast, coffee and tea while reconnecting with fellow Bears. Registration requested.

Class of 1985 | 40th Reunion
Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025
After the football game
Alex Lee and George Hall Lobby

The Class of 1985 celebrates 40 years of LR Bear Pride at Alex and Lee George Hall, one of LR’s newest and most modern venues. Enjoy an evening of connection and nostalgia with fellow classmates while enjoying heavy hors d’oeuvres, beer and wine, and a commemorative class gift. Cost: $30 per person. Registration required. 

Class of 2000 | 25th Reunion
Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025
After the football game
Dassow University Commons, Alumni House

Celebrating 25 years, the Class of 2000 will host a reunion at the Alumni House in Dassow University Commons (formerly the President’s Home). This welcoming space is perfect for reconnecting with classmates and friends. Enjoy a meal of heavy hors d’oeuvres, an open bar of beer and wine, and a specialty gift to mark the occasion. Cost: $25 per person. Registration required. 

Class of 2015 | 10th Reunion
Friday, Oct. 17, 2025
6 p.m.
President’s Suite, Moretz Stadium

The Class of 2015 is invited to celebrate its inaugural 10th Reunion at the President’s Suite in the Moretz Stadium Press Box. This location is one of the many new additions since the stadium’s renovation in 2022. Beginning at 6 PM, the evening will include heavy hors d’oeuvres, an open bar of beer and wine, and a specialty reunion gift. Come reconnect with classmates and reminisce about your time at LR. Cost: $25 per person. Registration required. 

Join Your Class in Making a Lasting Impact

Reunions are a time to celebrate the past, reconnect with old friends, and look forward to the future. They are also a perfect opportunity to give back to the institution that has played a significant role in your life. Giving back to LR is a powerful way to show gratitude for the education, opportunities, and friendships you’ve gained. Your contributions, no matter the designation, help to ensure future generations of Bears can enjoy the same transformative experiences that you did. 

All gifts made between June 1, 2024-May 31, 2026, will count toward your class reunion gift and during your reunion event, we will celebrate your class’s collective gifts to LR! 

To make your reunion gift, visit lr.edu/Igive2LRU. If you prefer to talk to a staff member about giving options, contact Stephanie Roberts, director of annual giving, at stephanie.roberts@lr.edu or 828.328.7998

Golden Bear Reunion

Golden Bears are LR alumni who have celebrated their 50th class reunions. A Golden Bear Reunion will be held every other year in an effort to help LR alumni stay connected to the campus and each other. Then next Golden Bear Reunion will be held in the spring of 2026.

Walk of Honor

Commemorate your milestone reunion year by purchasing a brick to be added on the Walk of Honor. With a gift of $250 to The Fund for Lenoir-Rhyne, you can personalize a brick that will be your connection to campus forever. Gifts made to the Walk of Honor will be celebrated in the sum total of the reunion class gift. 

Update Your Contact Information

Make sure you stay up-to-date on reunion plans by updating your personal contact information.