Campus community invited to listening sessions for presidential search


Red LR banners along a campus sidewalk

Lenoir-Rhyne is seeking input from the entire college community as it begins its search for a new president. The university will host a series of listening sessions where students, faculty and staff can share their thoughts and priorities for the future of the institution.

“We are committed to a transparent and inclusive process in selecting our next president,” said Madeleine Dassow, chair of the board of trustees and the presidential search committee. “We believe that everyone has a valuable perspective to offer, and we encourage all members of our community to participate in these listening sessions.”

The listening sessions are listed below and staff, faculty and students are encouraged to take part. In addition, an online survey will be available in the coming days to solicit input.  
 

Date Time Location Room
Tuesday, Sept. 17 11 a.m. -12 p.m. Columbia campus - all students, faculty and staff Voigt 2
Wednesday, Sept. 18 11 a.m. -12 p.m. Hickory campus - staff and faculty Grace Chapel
Wednesday, Sept. 18 3-3:45 p.m. Hickory campus - students Grace Chapel
Wednesday, Sept. 18 4-5 p.m. Hickory campus - staff and faculty Grace Chapel
Wednesday, Sept. 18 8-8:45 p.m. Hickory campus - students Grace Chapel
Monday, Sept. 23 4-5 p.m. Asheville campus - all students, faculty and staff Board Room

Additional information about the presidential search is available at lr.edu/presidential-search

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