Be engaged & empowered
Dean of Students
Engaging every student, empowering every journey.
The Dean of Students is dedicated to your success—academically, personally and socially. We support your journey at LR through personal connection, student engagement and campus-wide collaboration. Whether through involvement in student life or personalized support, our team is here to help you thrive.
If you’d like to connect, reach out anytime at studentlife@lr.edu or visit us on the second floor of the Cromer Center. Follow us on Instagram: .
Welcome Week Event Series
We welcome our first-year students, transfer students and returning students for a fun-filled Welcome Week of events kicking off during Welcome Weekend on Friday, August 22.
This is a time for new students to become familiarize with campus resources, residential students to move into their residence halls, and students to connect with other students before the semester starts.
We cannot wait to welcome you all to campus this fall.
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Welcome Weekend - August 22-24, 2025
Friday, August 22
New Student Residential Move-In and Welcome Weekend Check-in
8 a.m.-1 p.m.,
Cromer Center LobbyWelcome Back Kickback
3-6 p.m.
Bear Grove (Rain Location: Cromer Center)Mandatory Residence Hall Meetings
8 p.m.
Residence HallsIce Cream Socials
9 p.m.
Residence HallsSaturday, August 23
First-Year Class Photo
10 a.m.–10:45 a.m.
Moretz StadiumBuilding a Bear Nation: Student Resource Panel
10:45 a.m.-12 p.m.
Shuford GymTrip to Target/Walmart/Grocery Stores
2-5 p.m. Pickup Location in Stadium LotBearChella Field Day
3-6 p.m.
Intramural Field (across from Living Learning Center)Men’s Home Soccer Scrimmage Game
6 p.m.
Soccer FieldFraternity and Sorority Life Showcase
7-8 p.m.
Belk CentrumCasino Night
8-10 p.m.
Cromer Center LobbySunday, August 24
Sunday Worship and Pastries with the Pastor
10-10:45 a.m.
Grace ChapelHands on Hickory Service Project
3:30-5:15 p.m.
Grace ChapelOpening Celebration
5:30 p.m.
P.E. Monroe AuditoriumPresident’s Cookout
6 p.m.
Shaw PlazaBurn Your Burdens: Bonfire with S’mores
8 p.m.
Grace Chapel Fire Pit -
Welcome Week - August 25-29, 2025
Monday, August 25
Golf Cart Rides to Class
10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Various Locations Across CampusTuesday, August 26
Custom License Plates
10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Cromer Center LobbyWednesday, August 27
Campus Organization Fair (concert to follow)
6-8 p.m.
Bear GroveThursday, August 28
Campus Resource Fair
11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Cromer Center LobbyFriday, August 29
Donuts with the Dean of Students
10-11 a.m.
Shaw Plaza
Get Involved & Stay Connected
At Lenoir-Rhyne, you’re not just earning a degree—you’re building a future through meaningful engagement on campus and beyond.
From student organizations and community service to leadership programs and campus events, getting involved helps you develop real-world skills and lifelong friendships.
If you are looking to take the next step, we’re here to help you plug in. Visit the links below for more information about student life and opportunities to get involved at LR.
Support When You Need It
We know life can bring unexpected challenges. The Dean of Students office offers resources and support when you or your peers are facing difficult situations—whether personal, academic or behavioral. Our goal is to ensure you feel safe, heard and empowered to move forward.
Report a Concern
We are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive campus environment. If you witness or experience behavior that is concerning or violates university policies, we encourage you to use one of the confidential reporting tools below. Your voice helps shape a safe and strong LR community.
