2014–2015 Lees-McRae College Factbook
1 | 2014-2015 Factbook
navigation Table of Contents
Mission 2 History 3 At a Glance
4
Leadership 4 Degrees Offered
5
Organization 6 Tuition and Finances
8
Faculty and Class Size
9
Admission 12 Enrollment 13 Completion and Persistence
14
Demographics 16 Athletics 17 Campus and Residence Life
18
Finance 19 Facilities 20
Quick Facts
Founded in 1900 by the Rev. Edgar Tufts Located in Banner Elk, NC
1900
Approximately 950 students 31 states represented 8 foreign countries 19% minority
Located at 4,000 feet above sea level Miles of hiking, running and biking trails on campus Highest campus in the eastern United States
20 majors and 13 minors 11 residence halls in varying styles Hall/Cottage/Suite/Apartment/House Pet-friendly and tobacco-free campus
15:1 student to faculty ratio 88% post-graduation placement rate Placement in graduate school or field-specific careers within six months of graduation
Pet-friendly campus More than 24 pets live on campus
19 highly competitive athletic teams 9 men’s teams, 10 women’s teams NCAA Division II, Conference Carolinas, USA Cycling
1st
2 | 2014-2015 Factbook
History of the College “Banner’s Elk,” as the village was once called, is said to have been settled around 1850. By the end of the century, the Presbyterian Church was becoming established in the area and in the summer of 1895 Concord Presbytery sent a young student from Union Theological Seminary in Virginia to organize a church at Banner Elk. In 1897, newly ordained, the Rev. Edgar Tufts returned as pastor of the church. In the winter of 1899, concerned with the limited offerings of the district school which was supplemented only by summer school work conducted by the church, Tufts took some of the young people of the neighborhood into his study for further instruction. This small group, called the Class of 1900, marks the beginning of Lees-McRae College. Tufts saw that this effort was not enough and that there was a need for a boarding school, especially for the girls of the mountain region. A small amount of money was raised and the promise of lumber and labor made possible the opening in 1900 of a frame dormitory for 14 girls and one teacher. One of the summer school teachers was Mrs. Elizabeth A. McRae. Knowing the devoted character of her work, Mr. Tufts, named the school for her. After a boys’ department opened at Plumtree, he added the name of Mrs. S.P. Lees, who had been a generous benefactor. The Lees-McRae Institute was charted by the state in 1907 and Tufts remained to serve the community until his death in 1923.
In 1927, a fire consumed the Plumtree buildings and the boys unit moved to Banner Elk. Lees-McRae Institute became Lees-McRae College in 1931, gradually eliminating the high school department to form an accredited, coeducational junior college. In 1987, the Board of Trustees of Lees-McRae College voted to seek senior college status. In June of 1990, the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools granted Lees-McRae status as a senior (four-year) college. To complement its four-year academic programs, LeesMcRae began offering degree completion programs at off-site locations in the early 2000s. The 2+2 programs enable students with existing associate degrees who are already working in their field to complete their education at the baccalaureate level. The institution serves these nontraditional learners at Mayland Community College, Surry Community College and Western Piedmont Community College, and through online learning. Over a hundred years after its founding, Lees-McRae College continues in the vision of the Rev. Tufts, meeting the educational needs of the Southern Appalachian region and beyond. The college continues to fulfill its motto—in the mountains, of the mountains, for the mountains—while extending educational opportunities and service to diverse populations.
2014-2015 Factbook | 3
Board of Trustees Harvey Lowd, Chairman High Point, NC
McNair Tornow, Vice Chairman Beech Mountain, NC Glenda Abbate Weston, FL
Donna Mason ’78 Lexington, KY
Scott Barrett Parkland, FL
Dianne May Bonita Springs, FL
Tommy Brigham ’72 Birmingham, AL
Bob Meier ’78 Atlanta, GA
Les Broussard ’90 Banner Elk, NC
Chuck Raymond Linville, NC
Bob Capps Freeport, FL
J.T. Rieves Mableton, GA
Cary Green ’92 Jonesborough, TN
Sandy Rouse ’72 Dallas, TX
Parker Grubbs ’95 Winston-Salem, NC
Rev. Feild Russell Banner Elk, NC
Ken Haigler Wilmington, NC
Ken Sullivan ’59 Chapin, SC
Edward Hood North Palm Beach, FL
Barbara Miller Whitton Fort Myers, FL
Level | Level II – Bachelor’s Degrees
Larry Hopkins, MD ’70 Winston-Salem, NC
Deborah Williams Armscote, Warwickshire, UK
Colors | Green and Gold
Manuel Jessup ’76 Greensboro, NC
Delbert Williamson Wellington, FL
Academic Calendar | Semester
Dan Joiner Roanoke, VA
at a glance Lees-McRae College
President | Dr. Barry M. Buxton ’11H Control | Private, Non-Profit
Website | www.lmc.edu Athletic Affiliations NCAA Division II Conference Carolinas USA Cycling Division I
President’s Cabinet
College Codes FAFSA: 002939 FICE: 002939 SAT: 5364 ACT: 3116
Bo Bennett Vice President of Extended Campus and Online Learning
Main Campus | Banner Elk, NC
Jon H. Driggers Vice President of Student Development and Dean of Students
Extended Sites and Online Mayland Community College Spruce Pine, NC
Surry Community College Dobson, NC
Western Piedmont Community College Morganton, NC
Online Learning
4 | 2014-2015 Factbook
Barry M. Buxton, PhD President
Kacy E. Crabtree, PhD Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean of Faculty
Suzette Fronk Vice President of Finance and Business Affairs Blaine J. Hansen Vice President of Strategic Planning and Effectiveness
Ginger Hansen Vice President of Enrollment Management and Communications Bill McGowan Vice President of Facilities and Security Craig McPhail Vice President of Athletics and Club Sports Jillian Rosato Interim Vice President of Advancement
Accreditation Lees-McRae College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Lees-McRae College. Program Accreditation: Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education; Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education; and Teacher Education Accreditation Council
Degrees Offered Lees-McRae offers a variety of major programs of study and several minor programs of study on the main campus and through extended campus and online programs. The programs and locations listed below are categorized according to the following codes: BA (Bachelor of Arts), BAAS (Bachelor of Applied Arts and Sciences), BS (Bachelor of Science), BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing), BFA (Bachelor of Fine Arts), C (Concentration), M (Major), MI (Minor), L (Licensure), MNC (Main Campus), MCC (Mayland Community College), SCC (Surry Community College), WPC (Western Piedmont Community College) and ONL (Online Learning). Degree Type
Major/ Minor/Licensure
Location
Athletic Training
BS
M
MNC
Birth-Kindergarten Education
BS
M, L
MCC, SCC, WPC
Biology
BS –
M, MI C
MNC
BA, BS –
M, MI C
MNC
BA, BS –
M, MI C
MNC
BA, BAAS, BS
M, MI
MNC, MCC, WPC, ONL
–
MI
MNC
–
MI
MNC
BA, BS
M, L
MNC, MCC, SCC, WPC
English
BA
M, MI
MNC
Emergency Medical Services and Management
BS
M
MNC
BA, BS
M, MI
MNC
BAAS
M
ONL
–
MI
MNC
Musical Theatre
BFA
M
MNC
Nursing (pre-licensure) (pending NCBON approval)
BSN
M
MNC
Performing Arts Studies
BA, BS
M, MI
MNC
Psychology
BA, BS
M, MI
MNC
Religious Studies
BA, BS
M, MI
MNC
BSN
M
MCC, ONL
BA, BS –
M C
MNC
BA, BS
M, L
MNC
BS –
M C
MNC
Programs | All Locations
Health Sciences, Nutrition
Business Administration Accounting, Finance, International Business, Management, Marketing
Communication Arts & Design Art & Design, Communication Arts, Creative Marketing
Criminal Justice Cycling Education Elementary Education
History Human Services Mathematics
RN to BSN Sport Administration Sport Business Management, Sport Media & Communications
Theatre Arts Education Wildlife Biology Wildlife Rehabilitation
2014-2015 Factbook | 5
College Organization Board of Trustees President
Academic Affairs
Academic Divisions Records and Registration
Advancement Alumni Relations
Honors Program
Annual Giving
International Programs
Corporate and Foundation Relations
Library Services
Athletics and Club Sports
NCAA Compliance and Title IX Athletic Facilities Athletic Training Sports Information Coaching Staff
Student Success Tutoring Services Disability Services Writing Center Stephenson Center for Appalachia Summer Theatre
6 | 2014-2015 Factbook
Advancement
Enrollment Management and Communications Admissions Retention Financial Aid Communications Marketing
Extended Campus and Online Learning
Facilities and Security
Finance and Business Affairs
Strategic Planning and Effectiveness
Student Development
Online Learning
Housekeeping
Business Affairs
Planning
Student Life
Surry Community College
Grounds
Student Accounts
Assessment
Residence Life
Maintenance
Human Resources
Institutional Research
Housing
Security
Technology Services
Career Services
Mayland Community College Western Piedmont Community College
Telecommunications Conferencing and Events
Judicial Counseling Services Health Services Outdoor Programs
Post Office Dining Services Campus Bookstore
2014-2015 Factbook | 7
Tuition and Fees 2014-2015
2013-2014
2012-2013
2011-2012
2010-2011
$23,450
$23,450
$23,450
$22,164
$22,164
$700
$700
$500
$400
$0
Room (double occupancy)
$4,750
$4,750
$4,250
$4,000
$3,900
Board (maximum plan)
$5,044
$4,500
$4,250
$4,000
$3,900
Total
$33,944
$33,400
$32,450
$30,564
$29,964
Tuition Fees
Scholarships and Financial Aid 2013-2014
2012-2013
2011-2012
2010-2011
2009-2010
Federal Programs
$8,428,297
$7,915,113
$8,222,223
$7,770,154
$7,318,168
North Carolina State Programs
$1,737,762
$1,293,269
$1,676,256
$1,838,152
$2,008,800
Institutional Grants/Scholarships
$9,996,046
$9,225,949
$8,958,458
$8,857,159
$9,134,704
Athletic Scholarships
$1,452,866
$1,495,534
$1,428,262
$1,533,278
$1,477,020
Tuition Waivers
$183,830
$169,912
$158,596
$266,577
$279,009
Other Programs
$672,441
$568,850
$366,093
$310,476
$295,153
$22,471,242
$20,668,627
$20,809,888
$20,575,796
$20,512,854
Total
Federal Loan 3-Year Cohort Default Rate
FY 2011
Median Borrowing | 4 Years
Lees-McRae College
10.0%
Lees-McRae College
$16,190
National Average
13.7%
National Average
$29,900
8 | 2014-2015 Factbook
Faculty and Class Size Faculty | Fall Semester
2014
2013
2012
2011
2010
Full-Time
48
45
43
46
45
Part-Time
44
42
45
53
47
Total
92
87
88
99
92
Fall Semester
2014
2013
2012
2011
2010
Student to Faculty Ratio
15:1
15:1
14:1
14:1
15:1
Fall Semester
2014
2013
2012
2011
2010
% of Full-Time Faculty with Terminal Degree
60%
64%
56%
56%
56%
Class Size | Fall 2014
14
(Students per Class)
30-39
20-29
82
10-19
125
2-9
102 0
20
40
60
80
100
120
140
2014-2015 Factbook | 9
10 | 2014-2015 Factbook
2014-2015 Factbook | 11
Admission Freshman Admission | Fall Semester All Locations
2014
2013
2012
2011
2010
1514
1751
1266
1697
1648
938
1164
855
1084
1036
62%
66%
68%
64%
63%
216
226
182
207
231
23%
19%
21%
19%
22%
All Locations
2014
2013
2012
2011
2010
Transfer Applicants
436
334
293
240
270
Accepted Applicants
308
244
232
187
194
71%
73%
79%
78%
72%
201
167
171
140
132
65%
68%
74%
75%
68%
Critical Reading
2014
2013
2012
2011
2010
75th percentile
540
530
520
598
590
Mean
482
480
476
466
479
25th percentile
420
420
420
353
383
Mathematics
2014
2013
2012
2011
2010
th
75 percentile
520
550
530
580
586
Mean
473
489
481
475
478
25 percentile
420
420
420
375
371
First-Time, First-Year Applicants Accepted Applicants Acceptance Rate Total First-Time, First-Year Students Enrolled FTFY Yield Rate (Enrolled/Accepted) Transfer Admission | Fall Semester
Acceptance Rate Total Transfer Students Enrolled Transfer Yield Rate (Enrolled/Accepted) SAT Scores for Entering Freshmen | Fall Semester
th
Average GPA of Entering Freshmen | Fall Semester 2014
2013
2012
2011
2010
3.29
3.14
3.25
3.16
3.12
12 | 2014-2015 Factbook
Enrollment Enrollment by Gender | Fall Semester 2014 Main Campus
2013
2012
2011
2010
M
F
Total
M
F
Total
M
F
Total
M
F
Total
M
F
Total
145
238
383
150
157
307
139
133
272
137
130
267
137
157
294
Sophomore
36
39
75
70
57
127
73
63
136
63
109
172
53
69
122
Junior
50
51
101
47
45
92
42
70
112
42
59
101
50
79
129
Senior
45
50
95
46
72
118
33
55
88
48
82
130
70
67
137
Other*
2
4
6
0
2
2
0
2
2
1
3
4
3
2
5
278
382
660
313
333
646
287
323
610
291
383
674
313
374
687
Freshman
Total
*non-degree seeking
2014
2013
2012
2011
2010
Extended and Online
M
F
Total
M
F
Total
M
F
Total
M
F
Total
M
F
Total
MCC*
0
49
49
11
90
101
23
94
117
21
68
89
17
63
80
SCC*
6
42
48
4
34
38
4
30
34
6
40
46
11
52
63
WPC*
12
38
50
20
36
56
27
49
76
24
57
81
12
52
64
ONL*+
22
111
133
5
44
49
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Total
40
240
280
40
204
244
54
173
227
51
165
216
40
167
207
*MCC (Mayland Community College), SCC (Surry Community College), WPC (Western Piedmont Community College) and ONL (Online Learning) + Online programs began during the 2013-2014 academic year
Total Enrollment by Year | Fall Semester
Enrollment by Location | Fall 2014
1000
5%
800
SCC
600
14%
5%
ONL
MCC
400
940
890
837
863
894
5%
WPC
71%
Main Campus
200 2014
2013
2012
2011
2010
2014-2015 Factbook | 13
Retention* Fall Semester
2014
2013
2012
2011
2010
Freshmen to Sophomore
66%
60%
55%
67%
56%
6-Year Graduation Rate* 2013-2014
2012-2013
2011-2012
2010-2011
2009-2010
38%
38%
35%
24%
23%
Degrees Conferred by Major | All Locations First Major
2013-2014
2012-2013
2011-2012
2010-2011
2009-2010
3
4
3
3
2
11
14
15
12
14
1
0
0
0
0
13
16
26
23
22
8
7
8
14
9
Criminal Justice
36
35
19
20
26
Elementary Education
30
34
59
52
85
English
3
3
2
1
0
History
0
1
2
5
4
Interdisciplinary Studies+
2
3
7
3
1
International Studies
0
0
0
2
1
Mathematics+
0
0
0
0
1
Musical Theatre
6
1
2
2
0
48
35
23
26
21
Performing Arts Studies
4
2
9
2
2
Physical Education+
1
2
3
3
1
13
15
8
11
7
Religious Studies
4
2
3
1
1
Sociology
0
1
0
0
3
15
3
10
14
10
0
0
4
0
0
23
9
12
14
13
221
187
215
208
223
Athletic Training Biology Birth to Kindergarten Education Business Administration Communication Arts & Design
+
Nursing (RN to BSN)
Psychology +
Sport Administration Theatre Arts Education Wildlife Biology Total
*Retention and six-year graduation rates are calculated on first-time, first-year students + Programs are no longer accepting new students
14 | 2014-2015 Factbook
Degrees Conferred | 2013-2014 Nursing (48) Criminal Justice (36) Elementary Education (30) Wildlife Biology (23)
Sport Administration (15) Psychology (13) Business Administration (13) All Others (43)
0
10
20
30
40
50
2014-2015 Factbook | 15
Demographics Student Age | Average and Range Fall Semester
2014
2013
2012
2011
2010
First-Time, First-Year Students
18; 16-23
18; 17-25
19; 17-23
18; 17-47
18; 17-29
All Main Campus
20; 16-57
20; 17-56
21; 17-58
20; 17-53
20; 17-59
All Extended Sites
32; 19-64
32; 18-58
33; 18-63
32; 18-62
33; 18-58
All Online+
36; 18-59
37; 19-57
–
–
–
+
Online programs began during the 2013-2014 academic year
Percentage of Students from North Carolina Fall Semester
2014
2013
2012
2011
2010
First-Time, First-Year Students
65%
68%
63%
60%
52%
All Students
73%
70%
67%
65%
63%
2014
2013
2012
2011
2010
First-Time, First-Year Students
3%
3%
3%
2%
3%
All Students
2%
2%
2%
3%
5%
Non-US Students Fall Semester
Foreign Countries Represented | Fall 2014 Bahamas Brazil
Canada Germany
New Zealand South Korea
United Kingdom
Top 10 States of Origin | Fall 2014 1. North Carolina (687) 2. Florida (36) 3. South Carolina (29) 4. Virginia (29) 5. Tennessee (26) 6. Georgia (19) 7. Pennsylvania (12) 8. Alabama (10) 9. New York (9) 10. Maryland (8)
16 | 2014-2015 Factbook
Athletics Main Campus | Fall 2014
Athletes per Team | Fall 2014 NCAA Division II Teams
Men’s
Women’s
Basketball
27
16
Cross Country
10
9
Lacrosse
22
15
Soccer
35
29
Softball
–
19
Tennis
8
6
27
23
8
15
31
9
168
141
Track and Field Volleyball Cycling (affiliated with USA Cycling Division I) Total
Athlete
47%
Non-Athlete
53%
2014-2015 Factbook | 17
Campus and Residence Life Housing Options | Fall 2014 Building Name
Gender
Class
Style
Residents
Avery
Female
All
Dorm
176
Baldwin
Both
Sophomore +
Dorm
14
Bentley
Both
Sophomore +
Dorm
16
Cannon Honors Cottage
Both
Sophomore +
Dorm
12
Hemlock Village
Both
Sophomore +
Suite
46
McMillan
Both
Sophomore +
Dorm
48
Tate
Male
Sophomore +
Dorm
86
Tennessee
Male
All
Dorm
43
Virginia
Male
All
Dorm
72
Campus Houses
Both
Junior/Senior
House
66
Campus Apartments
Both
Junior/Senior
Apartment
19 = pet-friendly residence
Student Organizations Backpacking Club CAT (Club of Athletic Training) Common Ground Ministry Competition Climbing Team International Club InterVarsity LMC Players (Theatre) Nerd Club Order of the Tower PAWS (Programming Activities with Students) Peer Educators Pet Council Phi Beta Lambda (Business Fraternity) Residence Hall Association Rock Climbing Club SAAC (Student Athletic Advisory Committee) SAVE (Students Against a Vanishing Environment) SAWS (Sports and Wellness Club) Spectrum (LGBTQ) Student Government Association Swim Club ΑΑΨ (Alpha Alpha Psi) Fraternity ΒΏΚ (Beta Omega Kappa) Fraternity ΔΟΘ (Delta Omicron Theta) Sorority ΔΖΝ (Delta Zeta Nu) Sorority
18 | 2014-2015 Factbook
Main Campus | Fall 2014
Residential
9%
Commuter
91%
Library Resources Resource Type
Quantity
Volumes (books and bound periodicals)
83,975
E-Books
132,772
Microfilms
7,194
Audiovisual Materials
1,488
Finance Financial Position FY 2013
FY 2012
FY 2011
FY 2010
FY 2009
Total Assets
$47,706,562
$42,068,795
$43,340,640
$42,616,309
$42,351,561
Total Liabilities
$12,249,900
$13,066,772
$14,342,218
$17,284,002
$18,777,980
Total Net Assets
$35,456,662
$29,002,023
$28,998,422
$25,332,307
$23,573,581
FY 2013
FY 2012
FY 2011
FY 2010
FY 2009
Unrestricted Operating Revenues
$17,243,122
$15,794,376
$15,397,638
$16,047,579
$17,033,863
Operating Expenses
$15,178,072
$14,923,087
$15,684,811
$15,936,479
$18,331,463
$2,065,050
$871,289
$(287,173)
$111,100
$(1,297,600)
FY 2013
FY 2012
FY 2011
FY 2010
FY 2009
Net Tuition per Student
$10,319
$9,604
$8,725
$7,864
$8,256
College Debt per Student
$12,800
$12,992
$14,345
$14,826
$17,108
Endowment per Student
$22,785
$21,041
$22,118
$17,543
$17,097
Operating Activities
Total Operating Activity
Financial Metrics
CFI (Composite Financial Index) FY 2013
FY 2012
5.53 2.60
FY 2011
FY 2010
FY 2009
3.06
2.47
(1.29)
*CFI is a measure of the overall financial health of the College. Minimum advisable is 3.00.
Debt Reduction | Fiscal Year 16 14 (in millions)
12 10 8 6 4 2
$10,304,401
$10,900,063
$12,250,628
$14,292,008
$15,636,500
2013
2012
2011
2010
2009 2014-2015 Factbook | 19
Facilities Campus Buildings Building Name
Year Built
Sq. Footage
Function
Alumni House
1958
4,954
Administrative
Athletic Offices
1963
1,821
Administrative
Avery Residence Hall
1966
37,376
Residence Hall
Baldwin Residence Hall
1938
2,688
Residence Hall
Bentley Residence Hall
1947
4,080
Residence Hall
Bookstore/Security/Performing Arts Studio
1949
8,311
Bookstore/Security/Classrooms
Bowman Building
1963
25,155
Classrooms/Offices
Business Affairs Office
1920
1,725
Administrative
C.D. Chesley Indoor Tennis Courts
1990
12,960
Athletic Facility
Cannon Honors Cottage
1927
2,872
Residence Hall
Cannon Student Center
1990
22,125
Student Services/Dining
Carol and Glenn Arthur Student Recreation Complex
1938
17,164
Fitness Center
Chaffee Administration Building
1955
12,859
Administrative
Daniel Boone VI Cottage
1937
2,909
Guest Housing
Elk Valley Preserve and Field Station
2002
1,502
Field Laboratory
Facility Services Building
1989
6,528
Facility Services
Hayes Auditorium
1975
9,806
Auditorium
Hemlock Hall
1948
4,000
Guest Housing
Hemlock Village I
2003
5,167
Suite-style
Hemlock Village II
2003
5,167
Suite-style
Hemlock Village III
2003
5,167
Suite-style
Historic Cheese House
1936
703
Conferencing and Events
James H. Carson Library
1969
35,220
Library
Lauritsen Building
1961
2,672
Offices
Lauritsen Technical Theatre and Design Studio
2014
4,800
Design Lab
MacDonald Dining Hall
1975
16,995
Dining Hall
May School of Nursing and Health Sciences
2014
18,000
Classrooms/Labs
May Wildlife Rehabilitation Center
2012
2,400
Classrooms/Labs
McMillan Residence Hall
1959
8,946
Residence Hall
North Carolina Building
1922
11,841
Classrooms/Offices
Physical Plant Operations
1992
2,240
Maintenance
Robb Center for Career Exploration
1934
1,500
Offices
Rock House
1920
1,725
Office of the President
Staff Residence House I
1961
2,204
House
Staff Residence House II
1968
3,264
House
20 | 2014-2015 Factbook
Building Name
Year Built
Sq. Footage
Function
Staff Residence House III
1968
3,264
House
Staff Residence House IV
1963
1,831
House
Staff Residence House V
1963
1,831
House
Stephenson Center for Appalachia
1934
1,072
Offices
Student Apartments (12 units)
1965
5,808
Apartments
Student Residence House I
1964
2,576
House
Student Residence House II
1963
1,799
House
Student Residence House III
1963
1,799
House
Student Residence House IV
1968
3,264
House
Student Residence House IX
1963
1,831
House
Student Residence House V
1963
3,264
House
Student Residence House VI
1963
1,519
House
Student Residence House VII
1963
1,519
House
Student Residence House VIII
1963
1,519
House
Tate Residence Hall
1932
23,244
Residence Hall
Tennessee Residence Hall
1931
18,560
Residence Hall
The McRae House
1936
1,850
House
Tufts Bell Tower
1924
650
Bell Tower
Virginia Residence Hall
1926
14,976
Residence Hall
Whitesell Building
1943
6,978
Art Studio
Williams Physical Education Center
1974
28,982
Athletic Facility
Elk Valley Preserve and Field Station The Elk Valley Preserve and Field Station is the centerpiece of the Wildlife Biology program. The 70-acre preserve is located on the Elk River just minutes from main campus and includes a variety of terrestrial and aquatic habitats typical of the Southern Appalachians. The field station is a fully operational ecology lab equipped with field and lab gear for student projects and research. The preserve and field station presents students with the opportunity for ecological field studies in a natural setting.
messages Special Notes
Thank you to Jamison Carrigan ’15, research intern, and Megan Hall ’10, director of communications. The 2014-2015 Factbook was published by the Office of Strategic Planning and Effectiveness in January 2014. All data requests may be sent to Blaine Hansen, vice president of strategic planning and effectiveness, at hansenb@lmc.edu. 2014-2015 Factbook | 21
Your Future Elevated | Banner Elk, NC | 828.898.5241 | www.lmc.edu 24 | 2014-2015 Factbook