• Hurricane Helene Storm Updates

    UPDATE: Friday, Sept. 27, 2:30 p.m.
    As a result of Hurricane Helene, there are currently power outages on the Hickory campus affecting many campus buildings. Some buildings are completely without power and some have power in some locations. In addition, there are many trees down in Hickory and the surrounding areas as well as localized flooding. We are working closely with Duke Energy to get a timeline on the restoration of power and will continue to share those updates via email and www.lr.edu.

    In the meantime, please note the following:

    • There is currently power and internet in George Hall and Minges Science Building. You are welcome to use these buildings to charge your devices, study and gather.
    • Dinner will be served as scheduled in the Cromer Center Dining Hall.
    • Family Weekend activities are canceled.

    We will send another update in a few hours. Thank you for your patience and understanding. 

    Get updates on Hurricane Helene and its potential impact to Lenoir-Rhyne locations in Hickory, Asheville and Columbia. Be prepared for possible weather emergencies, keep devices fully charged, check safety conditions before travel and register for Rave Alerts if you are not already registered. 

    Hurricane Helene Updates

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Macy Kennedy
Outdoor ministry provides life-changing experience

Macy Kennedy '22 is taking her ministry beyond the pulpit and into God’s creation. She has found a way to combine her love for the outdoors with her theological education.
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Answering the call to serve

A lifelong Lutheran, Lynette McSpadden believes her unique experiences have prepared her for ministry as she pursues a master’s degree in Christian ministry.
Kevin Burke
Building a foundation through men’s ministry

Faith has always been an integral part of Kevin Burke’s life. Today, he is equipping men to serve in the Lutheran faith while furthering his education at Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary.
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Students prepare for a future in ministry

Through the skills and education obtained at Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary, three students are preparing for a purposeful ministry in different fields.
Avery Staley
Avery Staley appointed to state council

Governor Roy Cooper has announced the appointment of Avery Staley, Vice President for the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, to the North Carolina Internship Council.

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Immersed in Italy

As part of a spring break study abroad trip to Italy, students were immersed in a once in a life time cultural experience to meet those in the health services and mental health fields abroad.

Tre Williams
Counseling student passionate about aiding marginalized communities

With a passion for helping others, Tre Williams enrolled in the university's school counseling and clinical mental health counseling master's degree program.
Dr. Jennifer L. Burris
Lenoir-Rhyne hires new provost

Lenoir-Rhyne has hired Jennifer L. Burris, Ph.D., as vice president for academic affairs and provost. In addition, Burris will hold the rank of tenured professor in physics.
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From Fields to Frogs

Senior Maggie Keller has molded her degree and time at LR to include her passions ­— visual arts and environmental stewardship.
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Fueled By Opportunity

With an enthusiasm for students and technology, Bjarne Berg, Ph.D., uses his knowledge and skills to teach future tech experts.

Amber Currie kneels outside of the an animal shelter with her dog
Paws, Purpose and Passion

Fueled by passion, these three Lenoir-Rhyne alumni have applied the skills they gained at LR and used them to advance their careers.
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Sustainable Steps

As students in the Master of Science in Sustainability Studies program at LR complete their degrees - they are making a difference in the world one step at a time.