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Lees-McRae College celebrates records and biggest year of fundraising in institution’s 125-year history
BANNER ELK, N.C.— Lees-McRae College marked the end of its fiscal year by breaking records across the college. In the…
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Lees-McRae College named to The Princeton Review Guide to Green Colleges for 2025
BANNER ELK, N.C.— Lees-McRae College has been named to the 2025 Guide to Green Colleges, a sustainability-focused list that is…
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Following Hurricane Helene, students support their mountain home in its time of need
When Hurricane Helene made landfall in Banner Elk in late September, it became one of the strongest storms to hit these mountains…
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Lees-McRae College celebrates record growth and retention for 2024–25 academic year
BANNER ELK, N.C.—With more than 900 students enrolled for the Fall 2024 semester, Lees-McRae College has seen a year of…
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Lees-McRae debuts newly renovated Historic Commons with ribbon cutting ceremony
The Historic Commons at Lees-McRae College was rededicated on the morning of Thursday, July 18 following more than two years…
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Lees-McRae Summer Theatre kicks off 2024 season and college’s 125th anniversary with local history production “From the Mountaintop: The Edgar Tufts Story”
BANNER ELK, N.C.─ One hundred and twenty-five years ago, Rev. Edgar Tufts changed Banner Elk and the surrounding community forever…
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Lees-McRae College named College of Distinction for 7th year, earns national and state-wide recognition
BANNER ELK, N.C.─ Lees-McRae College has been recognized by Colleges of Distinction as one of the best colleges in North…
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Wildcat Lake at Lees-McRae College to open to community for summer season
BANNER ELK, N.C.─ Wildcat Lake will open to the community for summer 2024 on Saturday, May 25. In addition to…
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Lees-McRae College honors newest group of Mountain Legends with ceremony at LP on Main
BANNER ELK, N.C.─ Mountain Legends, a group that honors individuals who have contributed significantly to the High Country through education,…
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Wildlife Science Summer Programs at Lees-McRae College give high school students sneak peek at wildlife biology and rehabilitation careers
BANNER ELK, N.C.─ Calling all high schoolers with a passion for animals and a desire to build a career in…
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