• University Operations Update

    Return to Normal Operations - Tuesday, Feb. 3

    Lenoir-Rhyne will return to normal, in-person operations beginning Tuesday, Feb. 3, at all campus locations — Hickory, Asheville and Columbia.

    • Road conditions: We recognize that road conditions may remain hazardous in some areas and that travel may still be challenging.
    • Students: Those unable to travel safely to campus should communicate directly with their instructors to discuss absences.
    • Faculty and staff: Those unable to travel safely to campus should communicate directly with their supervisor to discuss appropriate arrangements.
    • Your safety remains our top priority, and we appreciate your continued communication and flexibility as we transition back to normal operations.
    • The university community is also invited to join President McGee for a Welcome Back Warm-Up on Tuesday from 8:30–9:30 a.m. in the Cromer Center on the Hickory campus. Stop by to enjoy donuts, coffee and hot chocolate as we reconnect and welcome one another back to campus.

    Operation Updates

Astronomy Minor

Explore and understand our fascinating solar system, stars, galaxies and universe through an Astronomy minor.

A minor in Astronomy allows you to explore and understand the solar system, stars, galaxies and the universe. Courses in practical astronomy along with astrophysics allow you to comprehend our place in the universe from different perspectives. You will also participate in weekly laboratory hours to further your learning.

Our minor in Astronomy, combined with a major such as history, biology, mathematics or engineering physics can help prepare you for graduate study. It is also particularly helpful for those students interested in education, as it serves as preparation for a teaching career.