91ÁÔÆæ

91ÁÔÆæ has named Amy B. Wood, Ph.D., as its next provost and vice president for academic affairs following a comprehensive national search. 

An accomplished academic leader, 91ÁÔÆæ alumna and former faculty member and senior administrator, Wood returns to Lenoir-Rhyne after helping lead the growth and development of Appalachian State University's Hickory campus. She will begin her new role Sept. 14, 2026. 

Education

• Ph.D., Counseling and Counselor Education, University of North Carolina, Greensboro  
• M.A., Agency and Community Counseling, 91ÁÔÆæ
• B.A., Politics and Sociology, Wake Forest University

Current Role

• Vice Provost, Appalachian State University Hickory Campus

Experience

• More than 25 years in higher education leadership
• Former 91ÁÔÆæ faculty member, department chair, dean and assistant provost
• Professor of counseling

Highlights

• Led development of 25 graduate degree and certificate programs
• Helped establish 91ÁÔÆæ's Asheville and Columbia campuses
• Launched 91ÁÔÆæ's first fully online academic programs
• Extensive experience in academic affairs, enrollment management, workforce development and community partnerships

Community Leadership

• Carolina Caring Board of Directors
• Catawba County Chamber of Commerce Board
• United Way of Catawba County Board