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Hickory Campus


Discover everything our historic and dynamic campus has to offer.

Between its quaint small town feeling and being a commutable drive from major cities, Hickory is truly the best of both worlds. You'll have access to everything from internships and community service to a wealth of outdoor recreation opportunities in the foothills of Western North Carolina.

Jake Pierce

LR makes everything more personal. The learning experience at LR is more intimate. The professors are a world above any other professors or teachers I've ever had.

Jake Pierce '20, Nursing
Students spray painting LR-themed images on the graffiti wall

Isaiah Reyes ’25 shares how his vision for a graffiti wall has become an evolving space where students express creativity, celebrate traditions and leave their mark.

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Rhyne building facade

These six alumni bring decades of experience, deep campus connections and a shared commitment to serving future generations of Bears.

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