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★ North Carolina High Country Curriculum for Change Lees-McRae College forges a new path for rejuvenation and growth. From top: Built in 1922, North Carolina Building was one of Lees-McRae’s first buildings; students lounge in a hammock between classes. 142 july 2013 Over the past three years, winds of change have been buffeting the clear mountain air. After taking office in 2010, President Barry Buxton unveiled an ambitious revitalization plan for the small private school whose leafy, lofty 460acre campus is one of the most beautiful anywhere. The main goal: getting back on track financially and philanthropically, and modernizing the infrastructure, including renovating many of the historic stone structures. The big makeover also includes plans to boost retention and enrollment (from 850 to, ultimately, 1,500); return Lees-McRae to its roots as a residential college; improve the food- usairwaysmag.com service program; and make dynamic summer programs a hallmark. “We see no reason to curtail enhancement of our curriculum, our campus, and our quality of education,” says Buxton. Under his leadership, the school has also adopted a popular pet-friendly policy for resident students as well as faculty and staff. Nearly three dozen animals, from dogs to reptiles, have become part of the everyday scene. Many goals have been met, but work continues, including two new major buildings. Construction began last month on the May School of Nursing and Allied Health — spawned by growing interest in the health field from current and prospective students. Breaking ground this fall: the Lauritsen Technical Theatre and Design Studio, supporting the Performing Arts Department and Summer Theatre. It seems an especially fitting addition for a place where carefully managed change and growth have taken center stage. phOtOs By lees-mcrae studeNt JasON els 191 main street Banner elk, Nc 828.898.5241 lmc.edu F or more than a century, Lees-McRae College has been a source of pride for the town of Banner Elk and Avery County. By BrIan COOk http://www.lmc.edu http://www.lmc.edu http://www.usairwaysmag.com

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of US Airways - July 2013

US Airways - July 2013
Table of Contents
CEO Letter
From the Editor
Did You Know?
Making It Happen
Hot Spots: Family-Friendly Vacations
Wine & Dine: The Other Portland
Great Tastes: Benjamin Steakhouse
Wine & Dine: A Crafty Measure
Diversions: Fresh as You Please
Great Tastes: Savor
Great Escapes: Now Resorts & Spas
Adventure: Climbing Mt. Rainier
Travel Feature: Grand Cayman, the Epicure's Island
US Airways: Top Dogs
Special Section: Northwest Arkansas
Golf: Primland, a Course Apart
Special Section: North Carolina High Country
Puzzles
Readers Resource Index
Your US Airways Guide
Video Entertainment
Audio Entertainment
U.S. and Caribbean Service Map
International Service Map
Airport Terminal Maps
US Airways Fleet/Customs & Immigration
Passenger Info/Contact US Airways
US Airways MarketPlace®
Window or Aisle?

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