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

Campuses

Founded in 1891, Lenoir-Rhyne University is a co-educational, private liberal arts institution with 50+ undergraduate degree programs and 20+ graduate degree programs.

LR enrolls more than 2,300 undergraduate and graduate students. LR’s main campus is in Hickory, North Carolina, where both undergraduate and graduate degrees are offered.

The university also offers graduate degree programs online and at locations in Asheville, North Carolina, and Columbia, South Carolina. The Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary is also in Columbia.

LR is affiliated with the North Carolina Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America and welcomes students from all religious backgrounds.

One University, Multiple Locations

Discover our campuses, visit or connect with us and see for yourself all that LR has to offer.

Two students take a selfie at end of commencement ceremony

Student working with test tube in lab

Sarah Jonas

2,300⁺

Student enrollment across locations

Professor delivers lecture in front of class

$30M

Financial aid awarded to students annually

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Two counseling students working on assignment in class

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News & Events

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

AeroBears aim to top 2024 successes

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.

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

LR to host Stroll to the Polls October 18

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

October 26 6:00 PM-7:00 PM / Crawdads, L. P. Frans Stadium, 2500 Clement Blvd NW, Hickory, NC 28601

A Night of Kindness Benefit Concert: Lauren Daigle

October 29 7:00 PM / Rudisill Library

Yalidy Matos, Ph.D.: “Race, Ethnicity and Politics”