Community
Since the college's early days, our vibrant mountain community has been a big part of what makes Lees-McRae special. We are proud to offer opportunities for our friends and neighbors to visit our beautiful campus, support our students, and participate in experiential learning.
Together, we are ONE Lees-McRae.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Saturday, Feb. 8 | Hayes Auditorium
Part of the High Country Adventure Film and Speaker Series, Mountainfilm on Tour will feature a collection of culturally rich, adventure-packed, and engaging documentary short films that align with Mountainfilm’s mission to use the power of film, art and ideas to inspire audiences to create a better world.
Feb. 27–March 1 at 7 p.m. | Hayes Auditorium
March 2 at 2 p.m. | Hayes Auditorium
The Theatre Arts Department's winter play is one of William Shakespeare's classics: a dark tale about the dangers of ambition.
Tickets coming soon!
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Friday, March 28
Part of the High Country Adventure Film and Speaker Series, Reel Rock brings the best and most inspirational stories from climbers to audiences around the world. Ticket sale proceeds support the Lees-McRae climbing team.
Tickets coming soon!
Saturday, April 26
Part of the High Country Adventure Film and Speaker Series, the F3T Fly Fishing Film Tour brings the best fly-fishing films from around the world to eager international audiences. Proceeds will support the Lees-McRae fly fishing team.
Tickets coming soon!
ANNUAL PROGRAMS
North Carolina Wildlife Medicine Symposium
Veterinarians, wildlife rehabilitators, and others interested in wildlife medicine can earn seven hours of RACE-approved continuing education credit while learning from expert practitioners.
Wildlife Summer Programs
Science-loving high school students are invited to spend up to two weeks at the Elk Valley Preserve and Field Station and May Wildlife Rehabiliation Center getting hands-on experience in wildlife ecology and conservation!
Summer Theatre
Using professional, community and student performers, quality theatrical performances have been produced on campus since 1985.
FORUM
Since 1979, a series of summer programs has provided cultural enrichment and wholesome entertainment to seasonal and local residents.
Did you know?
Lees-McRae is the largest private employer in Avery County, and $1 in every $13 spent in the county is a result of the College.
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