Lander University recognizes that the act of being a college student reshapes and deepens the student's cultural development. The FALS (Fine Arts and Lectureship Series) requirement is set forth in an effort to ensure that each student is exposed to certain out-of-class activities which may provide an opportunity to develop an awareness of life which might not otherwise be attained.
Due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, students in all catalog years including and prior to those admitted in Fall 2022 will have FALS requirements eliminated for graduation.
The FALS Committee will determine which events will be approved as part of the Fine Arts/Lectureship requirement, based on the following criteria:
Will the event help the student...
All undergraduate, degree-seeking students who enrolled at Lander for the first time in fall 2015 and after are required to attend 15 events. Students who are graduating under the 2018/19 catalog and newer receive no credit toward graduation. Students who are graduating under the 2015/2016 catalog through the 2017/18 catalog receive a total of one semester hour of credit toward graduation.
Students who enrolled at Lander prior to fall 2015 are required to attend 2 FALS-approved events for every 15 completed semester hours at Lander in order to earn one semester hour of credit toward graduation. (Students are not required to attend more than 15 FALS events.).
Hours Completed at Lander
105 hours or more | 15 FALS |
90 to 104.5 hours | 12 FALS |
75 to 89.5 hours | 10 FALS |
60 to 74.5 hours | 8 FALS |
45 to 59.5 hours | 6 FALS |
30 to 44.5 hours | 4 FALS |
29 hours or less | 2 FALS |
All Lander students may attend FALS approved venues or events for credit.
Information for Students
Information for Faculty
Lander University sets forth the Fine Arts and Lectureship Series (FALS) requirement to ensure that all students are exposed to a variety of fine arts/cultural events and lectures in order to enrich and expand their college experience outside the classroom. Events should provide enriching experiences which encourage and enhance a greater awareness of culture, fine arts, diversity, as well as social and civic engagement through musical, dance, theatrical or literary performances; or lecture, cinematic or multi-media presentations.
2. How many FALS credits do I need to graduate?
All undergraduate, degree-seeking students who enrolled at Lander for the first time in fall 2015 and after are required to attend 15 events. Students who are graduating under the 2018/19 catalog and newer receive no credit toward graduation. Students who are graduating under the 2015/2016 catalog through the 2017/18 catalog receive a total of one semester hour of credit toward graduation.
Students who enrolled at Lander prior to fall 2015 are required to attend 2 FALS-approved events for every 15 completed semester hours at Lander in order to earn one semester hour of credit toward graduation. (Students are not required to attend more than 15 FALS events.).
Hours Completed at Lander
105 hours or more | 15 FALS |
90 to 104.5 hours | 12 FALS |
75 to 89.5 hours | 10 FALS |
60 to 74.5 hours | 8 FALS |
45 to 59.5 hours | 6 FALS |
30 to 44.5 hours | 4 FALS |
29 hours or less | 2 FALS |
3. Where do I find out which events are FALS approved?
All FALS-approved events are designated on the Lander website events calendar.
4. Are there local off-campus events that I can attend for FALS credits?
In addition to on-campus events, FALS credits can be received at local off-campus venues. The Greenwood Arts Council (Federal Building) and the Greenwood Museum are approved
venues for local off-campus events. Each venue has a form (ask at the desk) that must be completed and submitted for review by the FALS committee.
Some events at the Greenwood Community Theatre are approved for FALS credit. The FALS Calendar lists the productions which have FALS approval. The Theatre has a form (ask at the desk) that must be completed and submitted for review by the FALS committee.
Students petitioning for FALS credit at off-campus events must:
All forms should be complete (including required signatures) and responses should be thorough in order to be approved.
Submit all forms to the Lander University FALS Post office box #6063 or email to FALS Committee. The committee meets once per month (around the 15th) to review the forms. The registrar's office will notify you if the form is not approved.