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Lyon College is about to get a whole lot louder, livelier and more Scotastic because move-in starts Tuesday, Aug. 11!

First up: our football student-athletes, marching band, and cheer and dance team arrive to get ready for the season. Commuter students participating in football, marching band, and cheer and dance should follow their group’s schedule, too!

Then, on Thursday, Aug. 13, our new first-year and transfer students start moving into their new homes. 

And then… SCOT Week begins!

From the SCOT Week Welcome and class photo to YearOne, COR 100, ScotFair, Lyonpalooza, College Prep Bingo, a major fair lunch and plenty of chances to meet friends, faculty and staff, there’s a LOT happening.

Plus, we’ve got some serious Tartan Tradition energy coming with the professor scavenger hunt, campus picnic and legendary raft race at Bryan Lake.

On Monday, Aug. 17, our newest Scots will officially be welcomed during the Fall 2026 Matriculation Ceremony at 11 a.m. in Brown Chapel and Fine Arts Building.

Returning students move in Sunday, Aug. 16, and classes begin Tuesday, Aug. 18.

New friends. New adventures. New traditions. A whole new chapter.

Read more about SCOT Week—> https://www.lyon.edu/news/posts/lyon-college-prepares-to-welcome-students-for-fall-2026-semester

Full SCOT Week schedule here—> lyon.edu/scotweek

Move-in week is almost here, Scots!

We’re getting ready to welcome our new first-year and transfer students, along with our fall student-athletes, marching band members, and cheer and dance team, to campus next week!

The boxes are packed, the cars are loaded, and the countdown is officially on. It’s almost time to call Lyon College home!

Before you hit the road, make sure you have everything you need for a smooth arrival:

• Move-in details and instructions
• Important arrival information
• A printable move-in campus map
• Everything you need to know before you arrive

Get all the move-in details here: https://www.lyon.edu/residence-life

Welcome home, Scots!

Congratulations to the outstanding young artists recognized during the fourth annual Batesville Area Young Artists Exhibition at Lyon College's Kresge Gallery.

Selected from more than 75 submissions, 17 works by talented high school students from across the Batesville area are featured in this year's exhibition.

Award winners include

• First Place: Landry Martin, Southside High School, "Persistence of Mask and Madness"
• Second Place: Lexi Bledsoe, Batesville High School, "Female Gaze"
• Third Place: Phoebe Balser, Southside High School, "Self Portrait"
• Honorable Mention: Shelby Halcom, Southside High School, "Slice of Life"

Lyon College is proud to celebrate the creativity and artistic achievement of these emerging artists while strengthening connections with local schools and the community.

The exhibition is open to the public in Kresge Gallery, located in the historic Alphin Humanities Building on the Lyon College campus. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Learn more: https://www.lyon.edu/news/posts/batesville-area-young-artists-exhibition-recognizes-local-student-artists-at-lyon-college

What can 500-year-old pottery, ancient houses and a 5 a.m. start time teach you?

Lyon College archaeology students spent a month uncovering the past at one of Arkansas's most significant archaeological sites, discovering pottery, stone tools, animal bones and the remains of a Native American house dating to the 1500s.

The hands-on field school gave students real-world experience while helping researchers better understand the history of the White River Valley. Along the way, they built skills, friendships and memories that will last a lifetime.

Sometimes the greatest discoveries aren't just buried in the ground. They're found in the students learning how to uncover them.

Read the full story --> https://www.lyon.edu/news/posts/students-uncover-arkansas-history-and-prepare-for-archaeology-careers-at-lyon-college-field-school

Please join us in welcoming Dr. Montrose A. Streeter to the Lyon College family as our new dean of students.

With more than 20 years of leadership experience in student affairs, enrollment and academic affairs, Dr. Streeter has dedicated his career to helping students succeed, building vibrant campus communities and fostering a culture of belonging.

We are excited for the leadership and experience he brings to Lyon College and look forward to the positive impact he will have on our campus community.
Welcome to the Scots family, Dr. Streeter!

Read more here —> https://www.lyon.edu/news/posts/lyon-college-announces-dr-montrose-streeter-as-dean-of-students

Move-in is almost here, and our Student Life team is ready!

This week, the crew rolled up their sleeves to create custom trucker hats they'll wear throughout move-in week.

Each hat features a positive message, fun patches that reflect each team member's personality
and their office and name to help new students and families easily spot someone who can help.

If you see one of these hats on campus during move-in, don't hesitate to stop and say hello.

We're here to welcome you to the Lyon College family!

Congratulations to Cindy Barber, executive director of alumni engagement, and the Lyon College Advancement and Alumni Relations team on earning a Silver Award in the 2026 CASE Circle of Excellence Awards for the W.C. "Dick" Winningham Player Reunion!

The reunion brought former players and coaches back to campus to reconnect, celebrate shared memories and honor a legacy that continues to shape Lyon College.

The award recognizes an unforgettable reunion that celebrated friendships, memories and the lasting legacy of Lyon College athletics.

Congratulations on this well-deserved honor!

Read more --> https://lyon.sitewrench.com/news/posts/lyon-college-earns-case-circle-of-excellence-silver-award-for-wc-dick-winningham-player-reunion

Congratulations to Kristi Price on her appointment as chief of staff at Lyon College!

A valued member of the Lyon community since 2017, Kristi has played an important role in advancing institutional initiatives, supporting shared governance and helping shape the future of Lyon College’s professional schools.

As chief of staff, Kristi will serve as a strategic adviser to President Dr. Melissa Taverner, helping strengthen collaboration, communication and planning across Lyon’s Batesville, Little Rock and Cabot campuses.

“Kristi’s thoughtful leadership and ability to bring people together have made her a trusted colleague across campus,” said Dr. Taverner.

Please join us in celebrating Kristi and this exciting new chapter of service to Lyon College!

Read more here --> https://www.lyon.edu/news/posts/kristi-price-assumes-chief-of-staff-role-at-lyon-college

The countdown is officially ON, Scots!

Suitcases? Packed.
Boxes? Ready.
Excitement? Through the roof!

Move-in day is just around the corner, and we can’t wait to welcome our new and returning Scots back to campus!

Whether you’re starting your Lyon College journey or coming back to a place that feels like home, get ready for new adventures, familiar faces, exciting opportunities, and memories waiting to be made.

The campus is about to come alive again. We can’t wait to see you, Scots!

It was great to see so many Lyon College alumni, friends, faculty, staff and students at Scots in the Rock last Friday hosted by Lyon College Advancement and Alumni Relations at the Lyon College School of Dental Medicine in Little Rock.

The evening began with a welcome from Founding Dean Dr. Burke Soffe, followed by tours of the dental school led by current D2 students. Alumni had the opportunity to explore the facility and see firsthand where the next generation of dentists is being trained.

The event continued at Town Pump, where alumni connected with new Vice President of Institutional Advancement Bailey Faulkner. We were also honored to be joined by President Dr. Melissa Taverner and David Taverner, Lyon College School of Veterinary Medicine Dean Dr. Carolyn Henry, LCSVM Associate Dean Dr. Eason Hildreth and Emily Hildreth.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for a wonderful evening. We look forward to seeing you again soon!