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  • University Storm Recovery Updates

    UPDATE: Friday, Oct. 4, 5:30 p.m.
    We hope this update finds you safe and well as we continue to recover from the impacts of Hurricane Helene. We understand that the aftermath of this storm is challenging, and we want to express our sincere care and concern for those who are still experiencing hardships. As we move forward, we are committed to prioritizing the well-being of our students, faculty and staff during this process.

    Visit our university storm recovery updates page for the latest update.

    University Storm Recovery Updates

Pursue Your Passions

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.

Campus Highlights

Check out some of our favorite spots on campus to study, relax or meet up with friends.

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The Cromer Center serves as our student union and inside is our campus dining hall, bookstore, mail center, Joe’s Coffee Shop, which serves Starbucks coffee, our on-campus Chick-fil-A and our student life offices.

Moretz Stadium is home to our football and men’s and women’s lacrosse programs. It's a special place at Lenoir-Rhyne where students from all areas of life come together to cheer on our fellow Bears!

The Carl A. Rudisill Library houses many academic resources, including electronic resources available 24/7, more than 50 computers, group study rooms and the Lohr Learning Commons.

The modern gothic style Grace Chapel hosts our optional chapel service every Wednesday morning, as well as musical performances throughout the year.

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Ruben Morillas

Lenoir-Rhyne is special because it has a familiar environment that allows students to know each other and faculty and staff. It feels like home.

Ruben Morillas '19, Business Administration

Meet Our Faculty & Staff

Our expert and supportive faculty and staff members are here to help.

India McWhorter
Mental Health Counselor
625 7th Ave NE, LRU 7470
Hickory, NC 28601
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Christina Walker
Assistant Professor
625 7th Ave NE, LRU 7414
Hickory, NC 28601
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John Connelly
Professor
625 7th Ave NE, LRU 7547
Hickory, NC 28601
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A group of LR students, faculty and staff walk down a sidewalk away from Shaw Plaza, holding a sign in front that reads "Your Voice, Your Vote"
Celebrating the right to vote

Students and community members joined together to exercise their rights and freedom -- and to inspire others to do the same -- at Stroll to the Polls 2024.

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Spirit team marches in the 2023 homecoming parade with band visible behind them
Catch "Bear Fever" this Homecoming Week

This year students will enjoy a full week of Homecoming spirit with fun and food, games and giveaways leading up to the best weekend of the fall.

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