Welcome to
Lynchburg
Here, you're home!
Discover a whole new side of you. From campus events to downtown, from Greek life and athletics to volunteering, you’ll always have something to do and a group of friends to do it with.
You’ll love
it here.
There’s always something happening and ways for you to get involved. We’re always looking for ways for you to make connections, whatever you’re interested in.
If we don’t have it, start it.
91%
OF SENIORS WOULD CHOOSE LYNCHBURG ALL OVER AGAIN
2000+
campus events every year
“I have been a part of Steppers in Motion for two years. I enjoy it because I have always wanted to step but did not have a step team at my [high] school, and being offered that opportunity at Lynchburg, I was able to adjust to college faster and meet great people.”
Sasha Terry
*Need major*
Steppers in Motion
Here, you’re
home.
We learn by welcoming each other into our lives. Lynchburg is committed to being a campus community where all faculty, staff, and students feel welcome and are treated with respect.
“The connections I’ve made with my teammates and my fraternity brothers have helped me realize who I am and to not be afraid to say it. After I came out to them, their reactions brought such a sense of family to me.”
Dominick Guiterrez
Economics major
Marketing and Spanish minors
Tennis
At Lynchburg, we believe there’s great value in having a more global world view. That’s one reason why Dr. Ghislaine Lewis and Dr. Lindsay Michie created an Africana Studies major.
“Students can start to apply the principles of diversity and knowledge of African heritage culture to their experiences in organizations and programs.”
Dr. Ghislaine Lewis
Africana Studies, co-chair
Assistant professor of communication studies
Serving is
a tradition.
Students work through on-campus organizations to beautify neighborhoods, help struggling readers achieve in local schools, and eliminate food insecurity. If there’s a need, we're always willing to step up.
70,000
Hours given every year by our students in service to the community
Our Bonner Leader program helps students volunteer in the community.
“ipsum lorum”
Alejandra "Aly" Bonilla
Bonner Leader
Have an
adventure
The Outdoor Leadership Program (OLP) will get you off campus and out there. Whitewater rafting, mountain climbing, hiking, camping, and more. Most activities are cheaper than takeout … seriously. You can even camp at our Claytor Nature Center. Just rent a tent from OLP.
LYNCHBURG WAS NAMED a A TOP ADVENTURE CITY BY NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC.
the olp recently went canoeing in big bend texas watch video
"I love being part of the Outdoor Leadership Program because it gives me the opportunity to constantly challenge myself, meet other people who share my passion for the outdoors, and have adventures that I wouldn’t be able to have on my own, like rafting, climbing, and caving"
Natalie Hanno
*need major*
Outdoor Leadership Program
A city on
the move
Small enough to really get to know but big enough to always offer something new. There’s plenty to do downtown and lots of options for foodies. Find miles of running trails on campus, as well as in the city and along the riverfront.
TOP 10
COLLEGE TOWN IN THE U.S.
One of 2019’s Best Cities for Millennials to Move.
he music scene includes local bands, live-band karaoke, and the Riverfront Concert Series, plus nearby festivals like Lockn' (watch video), Blue Ridge Rock Festival (watch video), and FloydFest (watch video).
THE BLUE RIDGE ROCK FESTIVAL IS THE LARGEST INDEPENDENT ROCK FESTIVAL IN THE US.
SHARP TOP offers A 3-MILE HIKE TO THE 4001 FT PEAK, and A BUS ride BACK IF YOU'RE TOO TIRED.
Within a
short drive...
You can be swimming or jet skiing at Smith Mountain Lake, climbing the peak of Sharp Top, hitting the slopes at Wintergreen Resort, or paddling Balcony Falls. There’s also a daily train to D.C. less than two miles from campus.
Smith Mountain Lake has over 500 miles of shoreline, two public beaches, and several places to rent pontoons, jet skis, and more.
SMITH MOUNTAIN LAKE IS THE SECOND LARGEST RECREATIONAL LAKE IN VIRGINIA.
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