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Black and white photo of MLK in DC.
University holds inaugural Martin Luther King Jr. Day prayer breakfast

The university’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day Prayer Breakfast will take place Jan. 16 on the Hickory campus.

Stef Gardner-Walsh
Overcoming adversities

Several members of Stef Gardiner-Walsh's family lived with hearing loss – so from a young age she began learning and using sign language. That life experience, along with the support she received at LR, led her to become the educator she is today. 
Boats sit in a canal in Copenhagen
Sustainable city planning from Asheville to Copenhagen

Planners in Copenhagen are enhancing livability and sustainability, and graduate student Ryan Barry ’23 traveled to Denmark in the summer of 2022 to explore the possibilities.
Students in formal attire dance
Unlocking the therapeutic art of the DJ

Lineberger Multicultural Studies Scholar-in-Residence Meli Kimathi is investigating the therapeutic potential within a DJ’s art.
David Dreyer
Remembering a mentor, father and scholar

Students, faculty, staff and alumni come together to share support and honor the memory of political science professor David Dreyer. 
Three students stand outside and smile at the camera
Making global connections on campus

As part of the university's international peer advisor/leader program, nursing student Tristan Strader is introducing exchange students to North Carolina and helping them adjust to college.
Julie Santiago
Promoting data-driven leadership

Julie Santiago, Ed.D., has joined LR as director of institutional research, the source for data-driven decision-making in all parts of campus life.
Two students hold up signs against a red and white backdrop
Creating a meaningful impact for current and future students

Lenoir-Rhyne celebrates the success of Giving Tuesday, an annual global giving movement for the causes and organizations we care most about.
Moretz Stadium
Forever Between the Bricks

Helen and Leonard Moretz Stadium — an integral part of the LR experience for students, alumni and the community – received a renovation just in time for the fall 2022 football season.

Laura Crawley
Living the Mission

Q&A with Laura Crawley, Ph.D., inaugural vice president for mission, engagement and innovation.

Jennifer Burris
Re-envisioning Student Success

Q&A with Jennifer Burris, Ph.D., vice president for academic affairs and provost.

Katie Wohlman interacts with students
Creating your professional toolbox

Director of the Alex Lee Career and Professional Development Center, Katie Wohlman, is helping students and alumni map their course for post graduation and life.