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  • 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

Alumni Chapters


The Office of Alumni Engagement will pilot alumni chapters in Atlanta and Charlotte over the next two years. This will give us an opportunity to develop a standard for more alumni chapters to form in the future. Our hope is that by opening alumni chapters, it will make it easier for alumni to feel connected to LR while living outside the Hickory area.

The Alumni Association is here to promote fellowship and community among alumni, as well as build, maintain and enhance the relationship between LR and its alumni. Consequently, the purpose of the alumni chapter is to encourage an organized effort to become more knowledgeable and actively support Ï㽶´«Ã½. All LR alumni are automatically members of the Alumni Association.

The Office of Alumni Engagement is hoping to establish a new alumni chapter in North Carolina in 2023. Check back here in the new year to see if an alumni chapter is coming to your area.

Chapter membership is open to all LR alumni, degree and non-degree holders, without the collection of dues.

Alumni Chapters

  • Charlotte

    The Charlotte area is home to nearly 2,000 LR alumni, our largest alumni base outside of Hickory.

    The chapter is led by a group of chapter representatives who live in the Charlotte area and have committed to plan and organize chapter events. The following alumni have agreed to serve as a chapter representative until May 31, 2023.

    • Alex Askey '13
    • Martha Hauser '70
    • Rick Heedick '73
    • Marcus Kincaid '17
    • Kristin Laxton '17
    • John Love '81
    • Dawon Millwood '12
    • Lenzi Moore '17
    • Alex Paige '13
    • Alexus Paige '14
    • Cassie Stone '77

    *Chapter representatives serve from June 1 to May 31 and can serve a maximum of three consecutive terms.

    Upcoming 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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