2016 Archives

December

David Cline, Tripp Guinn and Tony Bynum
Academic General News College of Science & Mathematics

Lander Student Tripp Guinn Steals Show at CIS Showcase

  • University Relations Staff
  • 21 December 2016
habitat house family
General News Student Life

Andrews Family Moves Into First House Built

  • University Relations Staff
  • 21 December 2016
Lucas McMillan
General News

Lander Adds New College, Dean with Strategic Restructuring of Four University Departments

  • University Relations Staff
  • 19 December 2016
December 2016 graduation
General News Academic

More Than 200 Students Receive Degrees at Lander University’s 154th Commencement

  • University Relations Staff
  • 14 December 2016
Bre Butler
General News Scholarships/Foundation

Lander Student Receives Prestigious International Scholarship

  • University Relations Staff
  • 09 December 2016
students plant a tree
Student Life General News

The Greening of Lander: University and Garden Clubs Celebrate Arbor Day

  • University Relations Staff
  • 09 December 2016
lander tower and gazebo
General News

Lander Trustees to Meet Dec. 13

  • Megan Price
  • 09 December 2016
beta gamma sigma coat collection
Student Life General News

Beta Gamma Sigma Collects Winter Coats for Those in Need

  • University Relations Staff
  • 07 December 2016
lander tower
General News Alumni

Lander’s Last Grandchild Dies at 104

  • University Relations Staff
  • 06 December 2016
lily luncheon graphic
Alumni General News Scholarships/Foundation

Fourth Annual ‘Lily Luncheon’ to Benefit Honors Scholarship at Lander University

  • University Relations Staff
  • 02 December 2016
alpha chi induction
General News Academic Student Life

Lander Students Inducted into Alpha Chi Honor Society

  • University Relations Staff
  • 02 December 2016
Brittany Gionakis, Tommy Tumblin and Kimberly Bunnell
General News

‘Tommy Claus’ Continues Tradition of Giving Away Guitars

  • University Relations Staff
  • 02 December 2016

November

Andrew Schwendemann
Student Life General News

Lander University Continues Tradition of Observing Arbor Day

  • University Relations Staff
  • 30 November 2016
tree lighting ceremony
General News Student Life

Hundreds Celebrate Lander’s Holiday Tree Lighting

  • University Relations Staff
  • 30 November 2016
lander tower
General News

Lander Brings Higher Education Presence to Western Piedmont Education Consortium

  • University Relations Staff
  • 28 November 2016
lander open house
Admissions General News

Largest Group for Recruiting Event Shows Ongoing Trend in Growing Enrollment for Lander University

  • University Relations Staff
  • 23 November 2016
George Starnes speaking
Scholarships/Foundation General News

Lander at a ‘Crossroads,’ Starnes Tells Scholarship Donors, Recipients

  • University Relations Staff
  • 21 November 2016
Amberley Snyder
Academic General News

Rodeo Star Amberley Snyder to Speak at Lander’s December Commencement

  • University Relations Staff
  • 21 November 2016
military friendly graphic
General News Military/Veterans Services

Lander Named Military Friendly School for Second Consecutive Year

  • University Relations Staff
  • 16 November 2016
dedication of Lander’s Purple Heart parking space
General News Military/Veterans Services

Lander Recognizes and Celebrates Veterans

  • University Relations Staff
  • 11 November 2016
samuel lander
General News

Lander University Founder Samuel Lander to Join Hall of Fame

  • University Relations Staff
  • 09 November 2016
Matthew Bratton
General News

Percussionist Matthew Bratton to Perform Senior Recital on Nov. 15

  • University Relations Staff
  • 09 November 2016
tree lighting graphic
General News Student Life

Tree Lighting to Kick Off Holiday Season at Lander Nov. 29

  • University Relations Staff
  • 08 November 2016
veterans day graphic
General News Military/Veterans Services

Veterans Day Ceremony at Lander University Nov. 11

  • University Relations Staff
  • 08 November 2016
Paul Crutcher
General News

Documentary by Lander Radio Professor to be Featured in World College Radio Day

  • University Relations Staff
  • 02 November 2016
Richard Cosentino and Jessica Cosentino painting parking space
Military/Veterans Services General News

Lander President, First Lady, Students and Staff Paint Parking Spot Purple for U.S. Service Members

  • University Relations Staff
  • 02 November 2016
barbells for boobs participants
Student Life General News

Lander Groups Raise Over $2,400 for Mammograms and Breast Cancer Awareness

  • University Relations Staff
  • 01 November 2016

October

richard cosentino and darrell johnson at lakeview elementary
College of Education General News

Montessori Program Thrives between Lander and Greenwood District 50

  • University Relations Staff
  • 28 October 2016
students on walkway
General News Student Life

Building Stronger Communities with Pennies, Cans and Teddy Bears

  • University Relations Staff
  • 28 October 2016
clare henry
General News

Senior Recital with Vocalist Clare Henry on October 25

  • University Relations Staff
  • 20 October 2016
sydney wells
General News

Lander Senior Nominated for College Broadcaster Award

  • University Relations Staff
  • 18 October 2016
musical instrument
General News

Wind Ensemble to Perform at Lander on Oct. 18

  • University Relations Staff
  • 14 October 2016
family day graphic
General News Student Life

Lander to Celebrate with Family Day, Saturday, Oct. 22

  • University Relations Staff
  • 13 October 2016
candidate forum graphic
General News

Candidate Forum to be Held at Lander University

  • University Relations Staff
  • 12 October 2016
keyboard
General News

Lander Presents Emerging Keyboard Artist Recital on October 13

  • University Relations Staff
  • 05 October 2016
lander tower
General News

South Carolina Governor's School to Perform at Lander Oct. 11

  • University Relations Staff
  • 03 October 2016

September

college night graphic
General News Admissions

Lander to Host College Night

  • University Relations Staff
  • 27 September 2016
Robert Stevenson
General News

Lander Journalism Professor Among Top 25 Named to National Communicators List

  • University Relations Staff
  • 26 September 2016
richard cosentino at state of the university
General News

Lander President Richard Cosentino Delivers State of the University Address

  • University Relations Staff
  • 21 September 2016
bearcats logo
Student Life General News

Lander's Bass Fishing Team to Compete in FLW Tournament

  • University Relations Staff
  • 21 September 2016
Duo Astralis
General News

Lander Performing Arts to Kick-off Season with Duo Astralis on Sept. 27

  • University Relations Staff
  • 20 September 2016
lander tower and gazebo
General News

Lander Trustees to Meet Sept. 20

  • Megan Price
  • 16 September 2016
lander tower and gazebo
General News

Lander Gets Big Bump in Annual Rankings

  • University Relations Staff
  • 13 September 2016
Rebecca Fernandez
General News

Longtime Lander Education Professor Loses Home in House Fire; Support Fund Established

  • University Relations Staff
  • 12 September 2016
welcome sign
General News

Lander University President to Deliver State of the University Address Sept. 19

  • University Relations Staff
  • 09 September 2016
Tom Dimond
General News

Lander Hosts Opening Reception for “Works on Paper” Exhibition

  • University Relations Staff
  • 06 September 2016
students on walkway
Student Life General News

Greenwood-Area Businesses & Organizations Can Introduce Themselves to Lander Students During Upcoming CommUniversity

  • University Relations Staff
  • 01 September 2016
students on campus
General News Admissions

Lander University Enrollment Up for Fall 2016

  • University Relations Staff
  • 01 September 2016

August

Gene Wood and Rebecca McDonald
General News Scholarships/Foundation

Greenwood Educator Established Scholarship in Honor of First Grade Teacher Who Helped Many

  • University Relations Staff
  • 31 August 2016
gail moore with students
Academic General News

Moore Honored as Lander Distinguished Professor of the Year

  • University Relations Staff
  • 30 August 2016
freshman move in day
General News Student Life

Freshman Students Move into Their New Campus Home

  • University Relations Staff
  • 23 August 2016
Glenas Green
General News

Green Fundraiser This Saturday to Feature 5K Walk/Run

  • University Relations Staff
  • 09 August 2016

July

franklin rausch in class
Academic General News

Rausch Wins Moore Award

  • University Relations Staff
  • 21 July 2016
first citizens donates to lander
General News Scholarships/Foundation

First Citizens Bank in Greenwood Supports Lander Students

  • University Relations Staff
  • 19 July 2016
sc governor's school summer camp
College of Science & Mathematics General News

CREATEng Leaders in Greenwood

  • University Relations Staff
  • 18 July 2016
main entrance tower
General News

Lander Trustees to Have Conference Call Meeting July 20

  • Megan Price
  • 14 July 2016
app class during summer cam
College of Science & Mathematics General News

Middle and High School Students Learn to Build Apps During Duke Energy’s Summer Institute at Lander

  • University Relations Staff
  • 14 July 2016
joyce nickles
General News Scholarships/Foundation

Nickles Establishes Scholarship at Lander

  • University Relations Staff
  • 13 July 2016
yellow ribbon graphic
General News Military/Veterans Services

Lander Named a Yellow Ribbon School for Support of Veterans & Active Duty Military Students

  • University Relations Staff
  • 11 July 2016
Les Robinson
Athletics General News

Les Robinson Named Lander's Interim Athletic Director

  • University Relations Staff
  • 07 July 2016

June

PEES Circle
General News

SC Bankers to Gather at Lander for Annual Week-long Summer School

  • University Relations Staff
  • 30 June 2016
students in forensics summer camp
College of Science & Mathematics General News

Greenwood-area Students Learn the Basics of Forensic Science

  • University Relations Staff
  • 28 June 2016
lander golf tournament winners
Alumni Scholarships/Foundation General News

Golf Classic Tees Off for Higher Education

  • University Relations Staff
  • 23 June 2016
psychology student presents donation
General News Student Life

Psychology Club Students Conduct Fundraiser for Beyond Abuse in Greenwood

  • University Relations Staff
  • 22 June 2016
camp students in airplane
General News College of Science & Mathematics

Duke Energy's Summer Institute Students Go off into the "Wild Blue Yonder"

  • University Relations Staff
  • 16 June 2016
Farha Ali works with student
General News College of Science & Mathematics

Ali Wins Young Faculty Scholar Award

  • University Relations Staff
  • 15 June 2016
bearcats logo
Athletics General News

Four Lander Baseball Players Selected in MLB Draft

  • University Relations Staff
  • 13 June 2016
Renata Mello and Richard Cosentino
Academic General News

Star Tennis Player for Lander Also Earns University’s Top Academic Award

  • University Relations Staff
  • 13 June 2016
Kim Modica at national conference
General News Academic

Students Participate in National Research Conference

  • University Relations Staff
  • 13 June 2016
Katlyn Gordon
Student Life General News

Miss South Carolina Pageant Is Next for Winner of Miss Lander University Crown

  • University Relations Staff
  • 13 June 2016
camp good dog participant
General News

Camp Good Dog Brings Lander Students, Children and Pets Together in Unique Learning Opportunity

  • University Relations Staff
  • 09 June 2016
main entrance
General News

Lander Trustees to Meet June 14

  • Megan Price
  • 09 June 2016
Fred Sheheen
General News

Lander Mourns Passing of Fred Sheheen

  • University Relations Staff
  • 08 June 2016
CCNE logo
General News School of Nursing

Lander Nursing's Bachelor and Master's Programs Receive Accreditation

  • University Relations Staff
  • 08 June 2016
Jarrod Nelson
School of Nursing General News

Lander Graduate Jarrod Nelson has become the First Clinical Nurse Leader in SC

  • University Relations Staff
  • 06 June 2016
bearcats logo
Athletics General News

Lander Baseball Advances in 2016 College World Series

  • University Relations Staff
  • 02 June 2016
students on walkway
Academic General News

Lander Students Recognized for Outstanding Academic Symposium Projects

  • University Relations Staff
  • 02 June 2016
first lander baseball team
Athletics General News

From a Group of Ragtags to National Championship Contenders

  • University Relations Staff
  • 01 June 2016
habitat house dedication
General News Student Life

First Habitat for Humanity House Dedicated at Lander

  • University Relations Staff
  • 01 June 2016

May

state treasurer with students
General News

State Treasurer Heaps Praise on Lander Students

  • University Relations Staff
  • 26 May 2016
baseball team celebrates victory
General News Athletics

Bearcats Heading to the 2016 College World Series

  • University Relations Staff
  • 24 May 2016
Monique Sacay-Bagwell
General News

Theatre Professor Monique Sacay-Bagwell Brings Her Acting Talents to Audiobooks

  • University Relations Staff
  • 17 May 2016
Margaret Sheibler
General News Alumni

Two Lander Graduates Celebrate Longevity, Each Surpassing 100 Years in Age

  • University Relations Staff
  • 17 May 2016
lander tower and gazebo
School of Nursing General News

Lander Nursing Students Earn Honors

  • University Relations Staff
  • 16 May 2016
students using a microscope
General News College of Science & Mathematics

Lander Hosts Summer Science Programs for Students in Grades Five through 12

  • University Relations Staff
  • 12 May 2016
jackson library
General News Academic

Lander's SAT PRO Prepares Students for Scholastic Aptitude Test

  • University Relations Staff
  • 12 May 2016
John Few speaks at commencement
Academic General News Student Life

Few Addresses Lander Class of 2016 at 153rd Commencement

  • University Relations Staff
  • 10 May 2016
Mary Frances Poole Alston Award winner
General News School of Nursing

Leslie Myers Receives Prestigious Mary Frances Poole Alston Award

  • University Relations Staff
  • 09 May 2016
Tyler Brady
Academic General News

Brady Overcomes Disability to Graduate from Lander

  • University Relations Staff
  • 05 May 2016
student thanks abney foundation director
General News Scholarships/Foundation

Scholarship Recipients Thank The Abney Foundation for Its Generosity

  • Story by University Relations Staff
  • 04 May 2016

April

angela strickland
General News

Strickland Appointed to Lander Board of Trustees

  • University Relations Staff
  • 28 April 2016
lisa wiecki and april akins
General News Academic

Lander Archives Contain a Wealth of Historic Information about the University and the Community

  • University Relations Staff
  • 26 April 2016
daniel harrison
General News

Lander Professor Joins Research Team to Prepare S.C. Coastal Regions for Climate Change Effects

  • University Relations Staff
  • 21 April 2016
steve grogan
General News

Steve Grogan Announces His Retirement after 21 Years in Key Lander Positions

  • University Relations Staff
  • 21 April 2016
lander tower
General News

Security Measures in Effect for Lander Commencement April 30

  • University Relations Staff
  • 18 April 2016
students on walkway
General News

Lander Concert to Feature Students in the Music Department's Opera Workshop

  • University Relations Staff
  • 14 April 2016
bob stoner
Athletics General News

Bob Stoner Calls It a Career, Announces Retirement as Lander SID

  • University Relations Staff
  • 14 April 2016
film festival winners
General News

Thomas Steals Show at Lander Film Festival

  • Jeff Lagrone
  • 13 April 2016
luke harris
Academic General News

Lander's Washington Semester Acceptance Rate Is Still 100 Percent

  • University Relations Staff
  • 12 April 2016
wind ensemble members
General News

Students Take Center Stage in Wind Ensemble Show

  • University Relations Staff
  • 11 April 2016
lander tower and gazebo
General News Student Life

Lander Alumni Career Services Assistance, April 21

  • University Relations Staff
  • 08 April 2016
jackson library
Admissions General News

Lander Transfer Week is April 18-22

  • University Relations Staff
  • 08 April 2016
charles neufeld
General News

University and Old Main Singers Rehearse for April 14 Concert

  • University Relations Staff
  • 07 April 2016
john cuttino measuring a tree
Student Life General News

Lander Designated as a 2015 Tree Campus USA

  • University Relations Staff
  • 06 April 2016
john few
General News

S.C. Supreme Court Justice Will Be the Main Speaker at April 30 Commencement

  • University Relations Staff
  • 05 April 2016
chelsea croft
General News

Jazz Ensemble Prepares for Spring Show

  • University Relations Staff
  • 05 April 2016
2016 alumni award winners
Alumni General News

Alumni Association Honors Four Lander Graduates with Prestigious Awards

  • University Relations Staff
  • 04 April 2016

March

lander tower
General News

Department of Music to Present "Chamber Strings"

  • University Relations Staff
  • 30 March 2016
lander tower and gazebo
General News

One Act Play "'Dentity Crisis" Opens at Lander on March 30

  • University Relations Staff
  • 28 March 2016
banking 101 students
General News

Lander Students Learn about Careers in Banking

  • University Relations Staff
  • 28 March 2016
richard cosentino's induction
General News

Richard Cosentino Inaugurated as Lander President

  • University Relations Staff
  • 21 March 2016
lander tower
General News

Lander Trustees to Meet March 22

  • Megan Price
  • 18 March 2016
staff excellence award winners
General News

Lander Presents 2016 Staff Excellence Awards

  • University Relations Staff
  • 08 March 2016

February

richard cosentino
General News

Lander Prepares for Inauguration of President Richard Cosentino

  • University Relations Staff
  • 29 February 2016
groundbreaking for habitat for humanity house
Student Life General News

Lander Habitat for Humanity Starts Work

  • University Relations Staff
  • 26 February 2016
virginia watson wins thayer award
General News Academic

Virginia Watson Earns Thayer Award for Academic Achievements

  • University Relations Staff
  • 22 February 2016
2016 homecoming king and queen
Student Life General News

Nodine, Hix Crowned 2016 Homecoming King and Queen

  • University Relations Staff
  • 22 February 2016
matt bratton
General News

Wind Ensemble Show to Feature ‘Regal’ Music in Tuesday Concert

  • University Relations Staff
  • 19 February 2016
members of phi mu with medallion
General News Student Life

The Hunt for Golden Medallions

  • University Relations Staff
  • 18 February 2016
student working on habitat for humanity house
General News Student Life

Restaurants to Raise Funds for Lander's Habitat for Humanity

  • University Relations Staff
  • 16 February 2016
amy blackwood
General News

Blackwood and Thomas Featured in Faculty Recital Feb. 25

  • University Relations Staff
  • 15 February 2016
heidi cruz with students
General News

Wife of Presidential Candidate Ted Cruz Pays a Campaign Visit to Lander

  • University Relations Staff
  • 15 February 2016
heidi cruz
General News

Heidi Cruz to Make Stop at Lander University

  • University Relations Staff
  • 12 February 2016
megan hughes with loretta lynch
Academic General News

Megan Hughes Completes Internship in Washington, D.C.

  • University Relations Staff
  • 11 February 2016
PEES Circle
Student Life Alumni General News

Lander Readies for Homecoming Week, Feb. 15-20

  • University Relations Staff
  • 08 February 2016
welcome sign
General News

S C. High School Students to Converge on Lander for Annual Choral Festival

  • University Relations Staff
  • 04 February 2016

January

Greg Lovins and Andy Benoit
General News

Lander Announces the Appointment of Two New Vice Presidents

  • University Relations Staff
  • 28 January 2016
Kimberly Modica
General News

Washington Internship Provides Lander's Kim Modica with Unique Learning Opportunities

  • Story by University Relations Staff
  • 21 January 2016
Lander University graduate rugby team
Alumni General News

Lander Graduate Makes His Mark in Business and on the Rugby Pitch

  • University Relations Staff
  • 21 January 2016
Meraki Exhibition
General News

“Meraki” Exhibition Showcases Lander Student Artwork

  • University Relations Staff
  • 15 January 2016
Gerald Witt Main Speaker
Student Life General News

Lander Pays Tribute to Martin Luther King Jr., His Life and Legacy

  • University Relations Staff
  • 14 January 2016
Gerald Witt Portrait
General News Student Life

Lander Observance Jan. 14 Will Honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

  • University Relations Staff
  • 11 January 2016
Members of Lander University’s Police Department Raise Money
General News Student Life

Lander Police Raise Funds by Letting Their Beards Grow

  • University Relations Staff
  • 07 January 2016
Chris Blair Portrait
Alumni General News

Once a Bearcat, Now a Bengal

  • University Relations Staff
  • 07 January 2016
peggy and gregg nibert
General News Alumni

Saved by Love: Lander Alumna and Her Husband Help Transform Lives

  • University Relations Staff
  • 05 January 2016