• Commencement Information

    Happy graduation week! If you still need your rain tickets or honor cords, they will be available for you at check-in on Friday (Hickory campus).

    Student check-in is Friday at 4:30 p.m. in Shuford Arena. Guests are asked to be in their seats by 5:30 p.m.

    Any changes to the commencement schedule will be posted here. 

    Commencement Information

Regional Alumni Events


Connecting with your fellow Bears does not always mean coming back to Hickory. We know our grads are spread out across the country and around the world, and we are excited to bring you opportunities to connect with alumni in your area.

Stay tuned for opportunities like happy hours, receptions with LR President Fred Whitt and community service experiences.

Check out the regional events calendar for a list of what's coming up in your neck of the woods.

 

News & Events

Kerry Thompson

Thompson brings comprehensive experience, high professional esteem and leadership excellence to guide all healthcare programs at LR.

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Class officers Diego Sanjuan and Bethany Perry lead the line of 2024 graduates

In the second week of May, Lenoir-Rhyne University will hold commencement ceremonies recognizing the Class of 2024 at our three campus locations in Hickory, N.C., Asheville, N.C. and Columbia, S.C.

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