LeMoyne-Owen College provides a transformational experience educating students for urban-focused leadership, scholarship, service and professional careers.
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Academic Divisions
"I came to Memphis from New Orleans. It was a traumatic time. LeMoyne-Owen saved my life... I had been a student before, but at LeMoyne-Owen I became a scholar... they took the light that was within me, and helped me manifest it."
Derrick Woods
Class of 2016
Current Students
Academics
LeMoyne-Owen College offers a new brand of urban education to prepare student for economic independence, professional advancement, solid contributions to their community and personal fulfillment.
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Things To Do On Campus
Organizations and activities at LeMoyne-Owen College range from student government Association to honor societies, fraternities, sororities, and social and academic organizations. These organizations and activities provide unique experiences through which students achieve greater social and intellectual maturity and professional competence.
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Campus Bookstore
Visit our campus bookstore. Our staff ensure that we have the materials and supplies you need to be a success in the upcoming school year. We can assist you with any questions or school needs.
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"I like the fact that the classes are small and that the instructors are friendly. They are always willing to help, and are very flexible in meeting to help students. The environment here is sociable and many of my classmates have become friends."
Danielle Martin
Class of 2016
Alumni
Our LeMoyne- Owen College Alumni are an important and proven asset in the creation of community understanding f the College's mission, services, and accomplishments. Through your generosity in giving both financial support and volunteer services, we continue to enhance the teach and learning experience at LeMoyne-Owen College while maintaining quality and relevant educational programs.
Campus Life
Non-Traditional Students
If you've been out of school for a while, or maybe never attended college after high school, LeMoyne-Owen College can assist you in making a successful transition into college life.
Non-Traditional Students
If you've been out of school for a while, or maybe never attended college after high school, LeMoyne-Owen College can assist you in making a successful transition into college life.
Traditional Students
Live on campus. Our residential life will develop your person growth with a communal academic environment that promotes learning and making life-long friendships.
Traditional Students
Live on campus. Our residential life will develop your person growth with a communal academic environment that promotes learning and making life-long friendships.
Recent News
May 20th, 2019
The Commercial Appeal names Jerry Johnson, the longtime and legendary LeMoyne-Owen men's basketball coach, as one of the most notable sports figures in the city's history. Johnson led the Magicians for 46 seasons, guiding them to the Division III national championship in 1975. According to the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame, Johnson learned basketball from John McLendon, who played basketball at Kansas when the school's athletic director was James Naismith (the inventor of the sport). Johnson's 821 career victories are the 21st-most in NCAA history.
May 16th, 2019
Photos from LeMoyne-Owen College's 149th Commencement and Lantern Service
LeMoyne-Owen College had its largest graduating class in recent years when it conferred 156 Bachelor degrees and four Associate degrees to graduates during LOC’s 149th Commencement May 11, 2019 at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church-Westwood.
May 13th, 2019
LeMoyne-Owen College's 149th Commencement draws coverage by local media
LeMoyne-Owen College's 149th Commencement drew significant coverage by local media outlets. Graduate Alison Turner earned three degrees, with honors, ending a 40-year quest to earn a college degree. Larry Dodson, the former lead singer for the legendary Bar-Kays, and actor/activist Lamman Rucker were awarded honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degrees.