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Ó£»¨¶¯Âþ and Mars Hill University have partnered to ease the transition for Mars Hill undergraduate students and alumni who enroll in Lenoir-Rhyne master’s-level degree programs.

Geraldine Ledezma Garcia ’22 has truly made the most of her student experience at Lenoir-Rhyne. From her involvement in the Teaching Scholars program and as a founder of the Latin Hispanic Student Alliance to her leadership role as a resident assistant, she’s explored many opportunities to learn where her true passions lie.

Summer Kindley '24 isn’t afraid to push the boundaries. Her journey at Lenoir-Rhyne is different from the traditional student but defining moments have helped her push those boundaries toward her career goal.

According to the results of a First Destination survey administered by the Office of Institutional Advancement, 96 percent of 2021 LR graduates are employed or enrolled in higher education programs six months after graduation.

In collaboration with Western Piedmont Symphony, renowned baritone Sidney Outlaw held a voice master class with alumna Alexandria McKneely as part of a learning experience for students.

In celebration of Black History Month, students performed in a showcase to connect as a community and celebrate Black excellence.

The university has named longtime employee Scott Woodard to serve as director of conferences and events.

Many told Stephen Abbott he had a calling on his life as a young boy. However, his calling in ministry happened later in life due to different circumstances and the way God shaped his story.

Faith has always played a prominent role in Kristen Baker’s life, and the Lutheran Theological Southern Seminary continues to shape her faith and ministry. After working in corporate America for several years, yet feeling the call to ministry, Baker started classes in the Master of Divinity program in 2019.

On a bright winter day, Lenoir-Rhyne hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for the renovation of Moretz Stadium on its Hickory campus on Monday, Jan. 24. The stadium is home to football and men’s and women’s lacrosse.

The Ó£»¨¶¯Âþ Board of Trustees has renewed the contract of Dr. Fred Whitt, LR president, for a six-year term. The board unanimously approved the new contract at its meeting in November; the contract became effective Jan. 1 and will continue through Jan. 1, 2028.

After graduating with her bachelor’s degree in public health, Hannah Fowler initially thought she was done with school. But, after working in a doctor’s office, she realized her love for the clinical side of health care.