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They’ve led research teams, earned national honors and represented LR’s science programs with distinction. But Christina Fisher and Demmi Ramos also built something less visible and just as lasting—a friendship rooted in trust, support and shared challenges.

Lenoir-Rhyne leaders joined church members and clergy from across the country for the 2025 ELCA Churchwide Assembly—an event that brought together Lutherans nationwide for worship, discernment, and historic decisions.

With picnic tables, hammocks and a giant Adirondack chair the quad has leveled up to become Bear Grove—LR’s new favorite hangout spot.

The ARC-PA has granted Accreditation-Provisional status to LR’s Master of Science in PA Studies. The program is expected to welcome its first class in January 2026.

With standout student leadership and a mission rooted in service, LR’s Mortar Board honor society sets a national example and raises the bar for what it means to lead with purpose.

Anastasia Davis brings a student-centered approach to her new role as director of residence life and student conduct at LR, with a vision to make campus living a space for growth, connection and belonging.

Lenoir-Rhyne has launched a newly redesigned homepage at www.lr.edu, reflecting a more dynamic, engaging and student-centered online experience for prospective students, current students, families, alumni and the broader LR community.

In 2025, the AeroBears hit a new high with their most advanced rocket yet — overcoming sandstorms, hail and making their mark among fierce international competition.

As Whitney Stewart ’25 begins her nursing career, she’s guided by Brenda Watson ’64 — one of LR’s first nursing graduates and her soon-to-be grandmother-in-law.

The countdown to inauguration has begun. LR has formed a cross-campus committee to plan the celebration of President Summer McGee’s official installation this October.

Get to know the new and returning members of the Alumni Association Board of Directors and why they’re committed to making a difference for the future of LR.

From Hickory to Spain and back again, Lina San Juan Martinez ’25 is building a future in international education one connection at a time.