Monthly Archives: October 2006

Grandson of Mahatma Gandhi to Visit Lees-McRae

Posted on 10/11/2006 by webmaster

Tweet Lees-McRae College’s second annual Global Community Week (after last year’s Tibetan monks’ visit) will focus on “Pathways to Peace”. Arun Gandhi, Mahatma Gandhi’s grandson, will be on campus to give the keynote speech, participate in a panel discussion and … Continue reading →

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Mariam Cannon Hayes Honored

Posted on 10/3/2006 by webmaster

Tweet On Founder’s day, Tuesday, September 26, 2006, Lees-McRae College honored Mariam Cannon Hayes by presenting her with the Rev. Edgar Tufts Founder’s Medal.  This award is the most prestigious non-academic award given by Lees-McRae College.  Individuals selected to receive … Continue reading →

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Cycle North Carolina comes to Banner Elk

Posted on 10/2/2006 by webmaster

Tweet Cycle North Carolina is a six day event that crosses the state of North Carolina.  The ride brings out over 1000 cyclist to take on the challenge and support Amateur sports of North Carolina.  This year the organization picked … Continue reading →

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Theatre Performances for Fall Semester

Posted on 10/2/2006 by towness

Tweet Once On This Island Dates: Oct. 4-6 at 7:30 pm, Oct. 7 at 8:00, Oct. 8 at 2:00 pm The Little Mermaid story told in Haiti. This Musical offers Wonderful dancing and story telling. Directed by Janet Barton Speer … Continue reading →

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