Lander Field Hockey Coach Part of Team USA at World Cup
Robbert Schenk is a member of Team USA at the 2026 World Masters Hockey World Cup, which began this week and continues through Aug. 1 in Schiedam,...
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Award-Winning Lander Alumnus Begins Second Year as Teacher, Coach
When Andrew Goforth walks into his classroom this fall, he will do so with an impressive honor on his growing resume. The 2025 Lander University...
Board of Trustees to Meet July 21
The next meeting of the Lander University Board of Trustees is scheduled for Tuesday, July 21.
Lander’s College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences Recognizes Faculty Mentors
At the conclusion of the 2025-26 academic year, the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences named two professors as inaugural Mentors of...
Excellence Takes Center Stage as Lander University Honors Faculty
Lander University celebrates the faculty members whose dedication extends far beyond the classroom, shaping student success, advancing knowledge...
Spirits Of America
GREENWOOD, S.C.—As America commemorates its 250th birthday, many of the nation's founding stories center on the debates and battles that...
Lander Commemorates Carolina Day by Dedicating Historic America 250 Proclamation
Lander University is marking Carolina Day – which honors the June 28, 1776, Battle of Sullivan’s Island – by officially...
Rhianna Philcox’s Pursuit of Two Degrees Leads to Lander’s Thayer Award
Driven by a passion for public health and language, Rhianna Philcox chose to pursue dual majors at Lander University — a decision that...
From Freshman to Graduate: New Lander Alumni Share Tips for Success
As high school graduates in the Class of 2026 spend the summer preparing for one of life’s biggest transitions, recent Lander University...
SC Institute on Sexual Violence Prevention to Offer Free Continuing Ed Courses through Lander
Professionals working in K-12 and higher education can now complete continuing education opportunities related to Title IX and sexual violence...
Lander’s New “Bearcat Bundle” with Barnes & Noble College Makes Course Materials More Affordable
Lander University has announced the launch of the “Bearcat Bundle” program in partnership with Barnes & Noble College (BNC),...
Stepping Beyond Her Comfort Zone, Haleigh Tomlin Finds Success on Every Stage
When Haleigh Tomlin takes the stage this week as Miss Lander in the Miss South Carolina competition, she will bring with her more than poise and...
Lander Student Named to Prestigious Fellowship at International African American Museum
Amaiya Nichols, a rising junior majoring in international studies, and a member of the Lander Dance Team, was recently named a Sankofa Fellow at...
Bearcat Babble: Lander Students Travel to Iconic National Parks
Lander University values travel as education because it allows students to have the chance to appreciate other cultures, art, history and the...
Lander Hosts Annual Golf Fundraiser for Scholarships
Golfers from across the region gathered at Lakeside Country Club on Thursday, May 21, for the 7th annual Samuel Lander Golf Classic.
One for the Record Books
From the classroom to the national stage, Lander University student-athletes deliver one of the most successful years in school history.
Lander Announces Faculty Tenure and Promotions
Lander University President Dr. Richard Cosentino has announced the names of nine outstanding members of the faculty who have been promoted and/or...
Lander Announces Spring 2026 Graduates
Lander University conferred bachelor’s and master’s degrees to its newest alumni May 6.
Lander University Announces Honor Rolls
Lander University announces the undergraduate students who are recognized with the honor of making the President’s List, Dean's List and...
Behind the Build: Lander’s Bearcat Topiary Roars to Life for Festival of Flowers
Standing tall among the colorful topiaries of Greenwood’s renowned South Carolina Festival of Flowers, Lander University’s Bearcat is...
Lander Salutes Staff Members Who Make a Difference Every Day
The dedication and behind-the-scenes efforts of Lander University employees were celebrated as the University honored members of its staff with...
Generations of Service: Lander Tradition Connects Mother, Daughters
For one Lakelands family, Lander University is more than an alma mater. It is a shared thread woven through decades of service and compassion.
Shaping Our Communities: Art Students Forge Historical Tribute for Ninety Six
The site of two historic mills in Ninety Six has been transformed into a special place to remember South Carolina’s textile heritage, and...
Lander, Dr. Kevin Witherspoon Honored for Advancing Dr. Benjamin E. Mays’ Legacy
The recipients of the 2026 Mays Legacy Awards include Lander University and Dr. Kevin B. Witherspoon, a Lander professor of history.
Lander ROTC Cadets Commissioned as Second Lieutenants
Three Lander University graduates recently took the oath to serve as officers in the U.S. Army during a commissioning ceremony at Presbyterian...