• University Storm Recovery Updates

    UPDATE: Monday, Sept. 30, 11 a.m.
    We are pleased to announce that power has been fully restored to the Columbia campus. While internet service is still being restored, we anticipate full functionality later today.

    On the Hickory campus, Duke Energy crews are diligently working to restore power to the few remaining buildings without service.

    We are currently assessing conditions in Asheville.

    We appreciate your understanding and patience as we continue to address these campus-wide disruptions.

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University Storm Recovery Updates

Thank you for your patience as we navigate the effects of Hurricane Helene on the Hickory, Columbia and Asheville campuses and the surrounding areas. Check the Lenoir-Rhyne website regularly for the latest updates.
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Enrollment up for fall 2024

Overall enrollment is up at Lenoir-Rhyne for the fall semester, driven by increases in new students and a jump in the retention rate.
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Lenoir-Rhyne earns dual recognition in U.S. News & World Report rankings

In the "Regional Universities (South)" category, LR came in at #51 overall and at #18 in the "Best Value" subcategory, underscoring a commitment to providing an accessible, high-quality educational experience.
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LR receives historic donation for seminary

In honor of his family and his Lutheran faith, Robert Isenhour Jr. has committed $7 million, the largest single donation ever pledged to LR and the seminary.
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Lenoir-Rhyne appoints interim athletic director

Lenoir-Rhyne is pleased to announce the appointment of Roachel Laney as the university’s Interim Athletic Director. This appointment comes as LR embarks on a national search for a permanent athletic director to lead its Division II athletics program.
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LR Athletic Director Resigns

Lenoir-Rhyne University has announced that Vice President for Athletics Kim Pate has resigned from her position effective today. Pate was hired in March 2016 to replace longtime athletic director Neill McGeachy.

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Playmakers open 2024-2025 season with thoughts and thrills

The troupe will present an examination of democracy with "What the Constitution Means to Me" in September, followed by the creepy kookiness of "The Addams Family" in October and November.
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Campus community invited to listening sessions for presidential search

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.
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Lenoir-Rhyne Presidential Search Committee named

The Lenoir-Rhyne University board of trustees announced today the formation of a presidential search committee to lead the search for the 13th president of Lenoir-Rhyne.
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Exploring the world of narrative healthcare

Poet, artist and professor Laura Hope-Gill, MFA, studies and shares the healing potential of storytelling here and abroad, opening up a new approach to healthcare for her students.
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DNP students fully certified for clinical practice

The class of 2024 Doctor of Nursing Practice graduates have achieved a 100 percent passing rate on the Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) certification exams for the second year in a row.
Visiting Writers Series Invited Authors Mary Roach, Andrew Aydin and Lucky Diaz
Authors announced for 36th season of Visiting Writers Series

The Visiting Writers Series will host New York Times Bestselling authors Mary Roach and Andrew Aydin. The Little Read will welcome six-time Emmy-nominated musician, children’s television personality and author Lucky Diaz.