• Winter Weather Updates

    We are monitoring a winter weather system that will impact university operations this weekend and into early next week. 

    • STATUS: All three campuses will close on Saturday, Jan. 24, at 2 p.m. due to forecasted snow, ice and sleet. Campuses will remain closed through Monday, Jan. 26, with remote work and remote instruction on Monday. Essential operations will continue during the closure. NOTE: LR will operate under normal university operations on Friday, Jan. 23.
    • 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

Kids in College

Engaging children in a university environment through enrichment, exploration and creative thinking

Registration for Kids in College summer 2026 is now open. Experienced STEM teachers will facilitate learning experiences throughout the week of June 15-19, 2026. Kids in College runs 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. each day and lunch and snacks are provided. Space is limited to 200 students, so early registration is encouraged. The cost is $375 for the week.

Experienced science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) teachers will facilitate learning experiences throughout the week. The program is designed for teacher-recommended students who have an interest in STEM, are interested in how things work and enjoy working with their hands to build things.

Both elementary and middle grades camps are available and open to students completing kindergarten through grade 4 (elementary) and those completing grades 5-8 (middle grades). Both camps have a science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) focus. Students will utilize 21st-century skills, including critical thinking, collaboration, communication and creativity.

This program is designed for teacher-recommended students who meet any of the following criteria:

  • Have an interest in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM).
  • Are interested in how things work and working with their hands to build things.
  • Recommended by their current teacher.

 

Register