• 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

Institute for Faith & Learning


The institute is where theological thinking meets the world we live.

Aimed to inspire and enlighten people of all faith traditions, we feature speakers and host events each term with the goal of learning how to use scholarship and careful deliberation to face a range of complex and important matters facing the world today.

Institute guest speakers have included distinguished professors from U.S. universities, as well as published authors who’ve been featured in the news media.

We feature multiple speakers each term that examine how theology and politics intersect, how to look at historical events compared to contemporary culture, social ethics, diversity in the United States and beyond. All events are free and open to the public.

News & Events

The Aerobears team pose with their 2024 rocket and show the LR hand sign in the New Mexico desert

After their historic finish at the 2024 Spaceport America Cup, the rocketry team wants to share the excitement with a bigger team and higher goals.

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Leaders of the National Pan Hellenic Council stand together in Cromer Center Lobby

Sponsored in part by LR's National Pan-Hellenic Council organizations, the event will feature Hickory's mayor and promote early voting.

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