Alumni

This fall’s Mountain Day marks a return to tradition following Hurricane Helene

From the dedication of a new time capsule to Bobcat Fest, the weekend was a perfect celebration of the college’s past and future

Crippen, a Wildlife Biology major, is currently working as an intern at the Minnesota sanctuary

This year’s celebration comes amid the college’s 125th anniversary year

The Communication Arts and Design major encountered significant challenges during college, but persevered and came through stronger

The collegiate journey for the graduating class was marked by exciting changes and challenging moments

Lees-McRae alumni sprang into action during Hurricane Helene recovery

The Alumni Board helps keep all Lees-McRae alumni engaged with the college

Exercise Science alumni Lauren Davidson, Matthew Dunn, and Joshua Hall talk about the program and the many doors it has opened for them

ONE Lees-McRae unites all college stakeholders including students, alumni, families, and the local community

Henninger works for Appalachia Service Project, a home repair organization based in Johnson City, Tennessee

Hollar’s mother, who was an instructor and student at Lees-McRae, raised her and her brother on the college’s campus

Palmer, who recently earned an MFA from SCAD, majored in Business Administration and minored in Outdoor Recreation Management while at Lees-McRae

Commencement celebrated the achievements of just over 200 accomplished graduates

The former collegiate soccer player’s role as an athletic trainer at Queens University allows her to give back

The annual 100 Days Until Graduation event kicks off the official countdown to Commencement, now follow this guide to make the most of your last few months as an undergraduate

Alumni Tessa Wells, Hannah Trimble, and Savannah Rees-Trask share their experiences in the different branches of the major

A Greensboro chef looks back at a family Christmas unlike any other: In a tiny Banner Elk apartment, as a young college student, she hosted a holiday feast of epic proportions

Both Phillips and Trotter graduated from Lees-McRae with a Cycling Studies minor

The Lees-McRae campus welcomed alumni with open arms and sunny skies for the annual celebration

Register for Homecoming 2023 now to participate in all the fun

Nelson was brought to the Center with an injured wing as a baby and has lived, grown, and thrived there ever since

Both Summey and Hill are pursuing careers in the business world, an industry for which internship experience is particularly important

Lees-McRae alumni Chrissy Turk ’20 and Bryce James ’21 talk building their careers in the outdoor recreation field following graduation from Lees-McRae

The Pre-Veterinary Medicine major is completing her summer internship at the foundation in Haines, Alaska

The newest cohort of Bobcat alumni enjoyed a weekend of fun and festivities in their honor

Welcome to your home base for all the end-of-year fun and excitement. As the countdown to Commencement begins, keep track of all the important coverage in one place.

John B. Stephenson and Jane Baucom Stephenson have left their mark on Lees-McRae both individually and as a couple

The ceremony awarded departmental awards as well as honors for high performance in service, academics, and athletics

After playing throughout college, Poole now works for the nation's top lacrosse organization, Premier Lacrosse League

The insurance broker and small business owner often references the skills he gained as a student

De Souza is an ambassador for the 2021−2024 cohort of International Olympic Committee Young Leaders

The Alumni Board leads the college’s Alumni Association, an organization of more than 7,000 graduates and former students

Take a walk down memory lane and reflect on this historic year

Abernathy recently graduated from the training academy to become a North Carolina wildlife law enforcement officer

Boyette comes to Lees-McRae after four years at the University of Mississippi

After falling in love with stage management during her time at Lees-McRae, Childs has turned her passion into a career on Broadway

The event brought together students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members to recognize Baker’s life and impact ahead of Homecoming 2022

Hurricane Ian could not deter dozens of proud Bobcats from returning to Banner Elk in celebration of their alma mater

After deciding to pursue vet school during her time in the Wildlife Biology program at Lees-McRae, Simerly successfully completed the program at UTCVM

Mounts is currently working on starting a veteran’s treatment court to provide support and resources for veterans in need

The Order of the Sacred Flame is a planned giving program that guarantees the future of the college

This weekend of festivities will feature fun events for current, returning, and future Bobcats

Three Bobcat alumni share what it’s like working in the professional field of wildlife rehabilitation, and the journeys it took to get them where they are today

Pope will speak about his time as an undergraduate student at Lees-McRae and how it set him up for success in his life and career at Grandfather Mountain

The new chapter serves Lees-McRae alumni in Delaware, Virginia, Washington D.C., and Maryland

Hall’s latest venture takes him to Greenville, South Carolina to serve as the director and costume designer for the Glow Lyric Theatre production of “Aida”

The Business Administration major turned his love of the great outdoors into a career

Commencement weekend was full of ceremonies and events that gave graduates a chance to reflect on their time at Lees-McRae

Dr. Lynn Lewis hopes his donation to the school will give students like himself an opportunity to succeed

The event, sponsored by the Office of Inclusive Excellence, gave African American members of the community a chance to relate their experiences

This year’s guest juror is Adam Adcock, a faculty member of the art department at Appalachian State University

After 15 years in the service industry, Fenton-Haynes was ready to start serving students. Lees-McRae made it possible.

Businesses from all over the region will be recruiting employees for full-time, part-time, and internship opportunities

Alumni Relations and Career and Life Planning host seniors for a celebration of their academic achievements and transition to becoming alumni

Viola studied art and business at Lees-McRae before launching her career as a wedding photographer