• Return to Normal University Operations on Thursday, Feb. 20

    Lenoir-Rhyne University will return to normal university operations on Thursday, Feb. 20, at our all of our campus locations—Hickory, Columbia and Asheville. Classes will resume as scheduled, and all offices will be open.

    UPDATE: Feb. 20, 9:15 a.m. (from Academic Affairs)
    Due to the recent weather changes in Hickory, you may opt to move your classes to remote delivery today if you have concerns about safely traveling to campus. If you choose to hold classes remotely, please notify your students and your dean as soon as possible.

    For those holding in-person classes, we ask that you exercise flexibility with attendance policies, understanding that some students may face transportation challenges or safety concerns. Students should not feel compelled to risk unsafe travel conditions to attend class.

    Please communicate your teaching plans to your students and your dean.

    Thank you for your cooperation in ensuring everyone's safety while maintaining academic continuity.

Pursue your passion for the arts

Arts & Media

Our arts and media clubs and organizations are a great way to take a break from studying and find your creative outlet.

  • Art Club

    The Art Club aims to foster creativity and unite students with a passion for the arts.

  • Cantos Literary Magazine

    Cantos is the literary magazine of Lenoir-Rhyne University. It offers an avenue for students to feature their works of creative writing, poetry, short-stories as well as photography and illustrations. Published annually by the English Department of the College of Arts and Letters, the magazine encourages creative expression and recognizes the talents of LR students.

  • LR Speech and Debate Team

    Debate can develop your research, critical thinking and communication skills, which are necessary for your success inside and out of the classroom. The focus of our team is to build a deeper understanding of argumentation and advocacy through participation and practice in public and competitive debates. Our team travels to intercollegiate tournaments beginning in the fall of each academic year.

  • Film Club

    Our collaborative filmmaking team is passionate about creating artistic works on campus and the surrounding area. Members collaborate on creative works and share their productions with others.

  • Lenoir-Rhyne News

    Lenoir-Rhyne News is the media outlet of the College of Fine Arts and Communication, the student-produced newspaper and television shows. Everyone is invited to participate, regardless of major. Hone your communication skills and build your resume while having fun and networking with those in the business.

  • Playmakers

    If you have a flair for the dramatic, consider joining the Playmakers, the official producing body of our Lenoir-Rhyne theatre program. Meet friends and help stimulate interest in the arts while providing a theatre experience for our community.