A Tribute to former Reinhardt President Dr. Allen O. Jernigan

One of Reinhardt's most esteemed leaders was laid to rest in a private service in June. The Rev. Dr. Allen O. Jernigan passed away June 8, 2016. He was 93.

An ordained minister, Dr. Jernigan led Reinhardt as its president from July 1, 1973 to March 14, 1984. While he did not earn a degree from Reinhardt, he was bestowed Honorary Alumnus title in 1987. Dr. Jernigan is remembered as a laid back leader who always lent his support to those at the institution of higher education. ...   Read More
Etowah Valley MFA summer readings are free and open to the public

The first summer residency of Reinhardt University's Etowah Valley MFA kicks off this month and includes readings and special events that are free and open to the public.

Noted authors include award-winning poet Adrian Blevins; Tony Grooms, author of the novel Bombingham; Ann Hite, author of the novel Where the Souls Go; Stephen Corey, poet and editor of the Georgia Review; Will Wright, poet, editor, and 2016 Georgia Author of the Year for Tree Heresies; and Canton native David Bottoms who won the Walt Whitman Prize for poetry in 1979 with the publication of Shooting Rats at the Bibb County Line and served as Georgia's Poet Laureate from 2000-2012. ...  Read More
RU musical theatre camp opens enrollment for high schoolers

Reinhardt University's School of Performing Arts faculty will host a musical theatre summer camp for rising high school freshmen through recent high school graduates this month.

In its first year, the camp is geared at providing collegiate level training to those interested in the performing arts. The camp, led by music instructor Brian Osborne, will include training in vocals and acting, with a final cabaret performance at the Falany Performing Arts Center. ... Read More
Retired educators continue support for Reinhardt scholarship

Members of the Cherokee Retired Educators Association presented a $2,500 check to Reinhardt President Dr. Kina Mallard June 29. This is the 13th year that the organization has supported a scholarship for Cherokee County high school graduates studying education at Reinhardt University. ... Read More
Reinhardt Athletics Headlines

With a strong foundation in athletic excellence both on and off the field, Reinhardt University is proud to announce its inaugural class of inductees to the Reinhardt Athletics Hall of Fame.
 
The creation of the Reinhardt Athletics Hall of Fame was announced in March, and nominations were sought for former athletes, coaches, teams and special contributors for their athletic achievements, professional achievement and/or their distinguished service to the athletic program. A committee was formed to review the nominations and select from the pool of highly deserving candidates.
 
"The nine individuals and one team that we will be inducting provide an outstanding representation of the history of our athletic department," said RU Director of Athletics  Bill Popp.  "We are pleased with the selections that were made by our Hall of Fame Committee and feel that this class will be a tremendous way to begin our Hall of Fame." ... Read More

Athletics posts 3.28 GPA for 2015-16

Many would think that winning 12 different Appalachian Athletic Conference championships would be the biggest accomplishment for Reinhardt University's Department of Athletics. Some may also think that seven different teams reaching NAIA postseason play would be the biggest accomplishment. In truth, the biggest accomplishment was happening on a daily basis in the classroom. ... Read More


To meet the challenge of creating a more vibrant campus, as well as enhance campus and community partnership, Reinhardt is launching the "Light the Hardt" campaign to support the purchase, installation, and maintenance of lights. ...  Read More
 
Upcoming events

Every Thursday, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., North Cherokee Church of Christ parking lot

Independence Day (University Closed)
Monday, July 4

July 13, Reinhardt Main Camps

July 15, Reinhardt Main Campus

Alumni After Hours
July 21, 6:30-8 p.m., Ann Art Gallery, Canton

Alumni & Friends Gathering 
July 30, 5-8 p.m., Booth Western Museum, Cartersville

Eagle Bound
Aug. 19-20, Reinhardt Main Campus

Aug. 22

Red Cross Blood Drive
Aug. 24, noon-5 p.m., Bannister Glasshouse

Aug. 25, 7:30 p.m., Falany Performing Arts Center

Aug. 29

Aug. 27, 6 p.m.


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