• 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.
    • FACILITIES (Hickory): The library and fitness center will be closed Saturday through Monday. The Cromer Center dining hall is expected to operate on a normal schedule unless otherwise communicated.
    • RECEIVE UPDATES: Check LR email and the LR website for official university updates.
    • STAY CONNECTED: If you haven't already, download and enable notifications for the SafeZone app for timely safety alerts and campus information.

    We appreciate your flexibility and patience as we continue to monitor the situation and prioritize the safety and well-being of our campus community.

    Storm Updates

Photography Minor

Gain confidence as a photographer as you learn the history of the medium as well as the fundamentals of the art.

The ability to tell a story by capturing a perfect moment in time is a valued talent. The coursework in our Photography minor will help refine your abilities and expertise.

Our curriculum includes a thorough background of the history and fundamentals of the art form, eventually advancing to the development of your own portfolio in higher level classes. You will gain confidence in your understanding of this medium as you develop your craft.

Pairing your minor in Photography with a bachelor’s degree in visual arts, multimedia communication, marketing, theatre is especially beneficial.

The Photography minor includes a thorough background in visual design principles and applied coursework, culminating in a student portfolio. This minor enhances a broad range of majors, providing students with real-world aesthetic and technical skills applicable to any career. A minor in Photography requires 18 hours consisting of the following: