• 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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Estefanny Villar-Matamoros

It is clearly evident that our professors love every part of their job and their love for what they do was demonstrated through their teaching ethic.

Estefanny Villar-Matamoros '20, Pre-Medical Science

Meet Our Faculty & Staff

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

Nicholas Vagnone
Line Backers Coach/Recruiting Coordinator
625 7th Ave NE, LRU 7356
Hickory, NC 28601
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Casey Stafford
Dir. of Student Involvement & Leadership
625 7th Ave NE, LRU 7484
Hickory, NC 28601
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Stephanie Stadden
Professor
625 7th Ave NE, LRU 7356
Hickory, NC 28601
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University storm recovery updates

Thank you for your patience as we navigate the effects of Hurricane Helene on the Hickory, Columbia and Asheville campuses and the surrounding areas. Check the Lenoir-Rhyne website regularly for the latest updates.

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Thank you, coaches

Members of some of LR's most successful athletic teams honored National Coaches Day by talking about what makes their coaches special.

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October 09 / Belk Centrum
John Sides, Ph.D.: “Dynamics of General Elections - Our Current Electoral Context”
October 26 / Crawdads, L. P. Frans Stadium, 2500 Clement Blvd NW, Hickory, NC 28601
A Night of Kindness Benefit Concert: Lauren Daigle
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