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More than 50 Lander University students were recently honored for their scholastic accomplishments during the 2012-13 academic year, receiving the top academic discipline and special awards from the university's four colleges. The awards were presented during Lander's annual Academic Awards ceremony, held at the conclusion of the spring semester.

Students who believe it's possible to take a sculpture course from Doug McAbee without developing an interest in the subject don't have a hope.

The bug sculptures created by students in Lander University assistant professor of art Doug McAbee's advanced sculpture class have been installed at the Lander Art Corner, at the intersection of Edgefield Street and Maxwell Avenue, in Uptown Greenwood. McAbee, who said the assignment allowed his students to "stretch their abilities as public sculptors," added that he was "pleased with the skills the students were able to demonstrate."

Students in Lander University assistant professor of art Doug McAbee's advanced sculpture class recently installed seven "sensory sculptures" along the therapeutic riding trail behind the Burton Center.

Lander University students Brandy Cessarich, left, a graphic design major from Greenville, and Kelly Plemmons, a business administration major from Spartanburg, recently won two of the top three awards at the 1st Annual Collegiate Invitational Art Exhibition held at the Spartanburg County Library.

Lander University visual arts major Whitney Price, a junior from Pendleton, displays her untitled photograph, which won the best in show award at the 1st Annual Lander Student Showcase Exhibit.

Middle and high school students and teachers from across South Carolina gathered at Lander University Jan. 19 for the presentation of the 2013 Scholastic Art Awards, an event which Lander has hosted for more than 20 years.

At a Thursday, Nov. 1 closing reception for Lander University's Alpha Art Teacher Exhibit, six of the MAT students whose work has been on display met members of the public and answered questions about their work.

The Monsanto Gallery at Lander University is featuring an exhibit by four 2012 graduates of the university's Master in Arts Teaching program.

Cas Caulder is a graphic design major at Lander University who has used his talents and the concepts he has learned in the classroom to come out on top in several design competition events.