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Parent & Family Involvement Day

Parent & Family Involvement Day 2024
September 28, 2024 - POSTPONED

Due to the widespread and significant impacts of Hurricane Helene on our campus, local community and across the state, the University has decided to postpone its Parent & Family Involvement Day, which was scheduled for tomorrow (Saturday, Sept. 28).

The safety and wellbeing of our students, employees and guests is our top priority, and we recognize that many are facing challenges as a result of this storm. The University will reschedule this event to a later date in the academic year, when we can safely welcome our parents and guests to campus for an enjoyable day with their students in Bearcat Country. Further details about the rescheduling will be communicated as those plans are made. Please stay tuned.

 

Parent & Family Involvement Day 2024 is a fun-filled event where you can create lasting memories with your loved ones!

Spend an exciting day together on campus as you learn more about Lander’s rich history and get a taste of what Lander and Greenwood have to offer --- all while connecting with other families and discovering what makes our community so special!

 

Registration for Parent & Family Involvement Day is required. Register here.

 

Schedule of Events:

9:30 - 10:15 a.m.: Check-in/Registration Session 1

10:15 - 11 a.m.: Check-in/Registration Session 2

9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Lander Art Gallery Exhibit, Cultural Center

10:15 - 10:45 a.m.: History of Lander University Session 1, presented by Ms. Lisa Wiecki and Dr. David Mash, Cultural Center Auditorium

11 - 11:30 a.m.: History of Lander University Session 2, presented by Ms. Lisa Wiecki and Dr. David Mash, Cultural Center Auditorium 

11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.: Walking Tour of Lander University – Enjoy a guided tour of our beautiful campus!

12 - 1:30 p.m.: Enjoy lunch in our newly renovated dining hall. Cost $10 plus tax per person, pay at the door with debit/credit card.

1 - 4 p.m.: Cornhole Tournament, Centennial Lawn – First 50 teams to register. Register Here

1 - 2:30 p.m.: Paint the Pride Bearcat Session 1, Centennial Multipurpose Room – First 75 people to register. Register Here

2:45 - 4:30 p.m.: Paint the Pride Bearcat Session 2, Centennial Multipurpose Room – First 75 people to register. Register Here

2 - 3 p.m.: What's happening in our Colleges, Cultural Center Auditorium

2 - 3 p.m.: Sweet Treats by the Pool, Lander Outdoor Pool

3 p.m.: Women’s Soccer Game, Van Taylor Stadium—Cheer on the Bearcats as they take on Columbus State in a thrilling match at Lander’s beautiful sports complex.  

4 - 6:30 p.m.: Taste of Greenwood and Live Music, Plaza – Wrap up the day with a live concert by Dixie Gray on Lander’s plaza, while sampling local Greenwood cuisine.

 

Other Activities Available Throughout the Day

  • Pickleball
  • Pick-Up Basketball
  • Volleyball
  • Bucketball
  • Spike ball
  • Connect 4
  • Can Jam
  • Tic Tac Toe

 

On Campus Location Hours

  • Lander Pool - 1-7 p.m.
  • Lander Fitness Center - 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
  • Starbucks - 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
  • Bearcat Shop - 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
  • Chick-fil-A - 3 p.m.-6 p.m.

 

Hotel Information

Some area hotels offer a discount to Lander families. Please call the hotel directly to ask if they offer this discount.

>> Campus Map and Driving Directions

>> Uptown Greenwood Information

 

Questions?

Questions, please contact Student Life at (864) 388-8244 or studentlife@lander.edu.