Here’s a BIG thank you for the best four years of my life. My grandmother has always told me, “An education is the one thing that no one can ever take from you.” No one will ever be able to take away my knowledge, experience, and values that I have gained through a Furman education….
Category: Lauren Ellis
Bucket List for Less Than 3 Weeks Left
With graduation right around the corner, everything is getting so sentimental. Reflecting on my time here at Furman, I have realized that while I have done SO much, there is still so much left for me to do and see in the Greenville Area. Here’s a little inspiration if you are trying make sure that…
Reflecting on How Music At Furman Has Impacted My College Experience
Music is my heart and soul. I wanted to take advantage of this blog post this week to reflect on how music at Furman has truly impacted my Furman experience. If you are involved in music at Furman, you will most likely perform in music recitals. Whether is it a Tuesday afternoon recital or a…
The Annual Spring Concert
Each year, FUSAB (Furman University Student Activities Board) puts on a spring concert for campus, as well as the general public. My freshman year they brought Sam Hunt, my sophomore year they had Børns, and my junior year they hosted T-Pain. How cool is that?! This April 5th in the amphitheater is the spring concert!…
The Key To Finding a Job After Graduation: Networking
Senior year is not as exciting as everyone makes it out to be because there’s no definitive plan lined up for the future. This whole year friends, classmates, and professors have asked me the same question: What are you doing with your life after college? That is about the scariest question anyone will ask you…
Furman Engaged
It’s just a little less than a month away and you want to make sure that you are there to participate! Furman Engaged is an annual event that brings the campus community as well as visitors together to reflect on the achievements of students and faculty through research, internships, and creative works. Last year, I…
The Student/Faculty Program of SCICU: South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities
If you are participating in summer research in the future, you should be aware of the grants available through SCICU: South Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities. Every spring, you can apply for grants that will help fund your research that you are completing through Furman. These grants allow students to go the extra step in…
Where Do Students Go To Get Off Campus For FOOD?
With classes, extracurricular activities, and internships, life at Furman can get a little overwhelming. It’s important to make that extra time in your schedule to get off campus and escape the ‘Furman Bubble,’ especially when it comes to exploring new food options. Don’t get me wrong, the Furman Dining services are fantastic, but it’s fun…
#dinsontrek
Paladin Career Treks are opportunities for Furman students to engage in career exploration by visiting top companies across the nation. Paladin Career Treks typically include visits to 2-3 organizations in a specific region or industry. These visits may include alumni panels, facility tours, and networking opportunities that allow students to learn about career paths and to…
GER Classes to Take Freshman Year
You may be asking, “What is a GER?” GER stands for General Education Requirement Here at Furman, these general education requirements incorporate promoting three types of courses: writing courses, core courses, and global awareness courses. Writing Courses Two courses focused on writing, which must include: A first year writing seminar (FYW) A writing/research intensive course…