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Throneburg is tasked with collecting observational data on Louie the elephant to develop the NC Zoo's understanding of his daily behaviors. She is also tasked with recording interactions between Louie and the zoo's four females — Rafiki, Nekhanda, Tonga and Batir — as they integrate into a herd.

Moss is nearing completion of his doctoral degree from Princeton Theological Seminary, and he will teach courses on practical theology, Black church studies and hip hop culture.

Alumnus — and former Joe Bear mascot — the Rev. Todd Cutter is coming home to serve as university campus pastor and director of spiritual life.

Shreve has 16 years of experience in professional finances, including the last eight years in higher education for Salem College and the University of Mount Olive.

Staley is the university's first Vice President for diversity, equity and inclusion. He will provide strong leadership and be involved in planning and implementing DEI initiatives.

LR faculty and students participate in a national program offered by Interfaith Youth core to address vaccine hesitancy and help improve access to vaccination for underserved communities.

LR's strong sense of community and ability to navigate veteran-specific challenges have made it a military-friendly school with scores of veterans enrolled at LR in any given year.

Jamal Stroud MA '18 watched as a stranger rolled up, packed up all his belongings in a garbage bag and took him to the car. It was happening. He was going to a new house with new people.

A native of Lexington, North Carolina, Olivia Nunn has never really been one to go the easy route or follow the crowd. Rather she's opted for adventure and the road less traveled.

The Disability Services Office works with students to address various needs such as providing help with note taking, books on tape or e-text, alternate testing arrangements, assistive technology and more.

Daniel Grimm, Ph.D., has stood on the front lines of microbiology and medical research for Duke University Medical Center and directed government labs. For his work guiding LR students, he has been recognized as a distinguished professor.

When the former Redeemer Lutheran Church in Virginia decided to close its doors to due low membership, the remaining members liquidated most of the church's assets and put $300,000 into a scholarship for future generations of seminarians.