By Colin Klaff Obviously, being a Furman student means that I am a huge fan of all the sport teams Furman has. One of the things I love the most about being at Furman is the fact that we are a NCAA Division 1 school and compete in high level athletic competition. As someone that…
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The Best of Greenville
I’m a little biased, but I think Downtown Greenville is one of the best places ever. I’ve grown up here my whole life, and one of the first questions I always get is “What’s your favorite restaurant downtown?” It’s so hard for me to pick just one! There are so many options downtown and all…
Fun Events On-Campus!
You may think that during COVID nothing fun is happening on college campuses because of strict guidelines and safety precautions… Well, do not fear!!! Student organizations like FUSAB (Furman University Student Activities Board) are still able to plan small-scale and safe events for the student body to enjoy! FUSAB is a student-led organization here on…
Love is in the Air <3
Valentine’s Day is either a day you dream of or dread. It’s completely understandable either way. It’s never my favorite day of the year because of all the cliches, but it’s still something fun to look forward to!! Valentine’s Day this year seems a little different. There is so much happening on campus that just…
a wise man once said….
A wise man once said “if you love what you do you’ll never work a day in your life”. Don’t get me wrong, there is a LOT of truth to this statement, but I think you could easily take this wise guy’s saying and apply it to something other than your future career. I think…
Different On-Campus Jobs For Students
At Furman there is plenty of opportunity to gain experience and make some money with on-campus jobs. All the jobs on campus have flexible hours to accommodate students busy schedules such as classes and extra curricular activities. There is a variety of different jobs around campus that are unique and can be pretty fun too….
Celebrating Black History Month
February is Black History Month, a celebration of Black people, Black culture, and Black life! At Furman we take the time to celebrate Black History Month through lots of programming, cool events, and social activities. As you can see from the schedule, there’s a lot going on! We kicked off Black History Month with a…
It’s A Yes From Me: Making Your Application Stand Out
Hey there prospective Dins, First and foremost, I hope you’re having a good day! It can be easy to overlook the small good things during a stressful time, but I want to remind you there is so much to be grateful for. Whether you’re pretty sure you know where you want to attend college or…
What Makes Spring Semester So Great?
By Colin Klaff The spring semester is hands down my favorite term each year. Don’t get me wrong, the fall semester, the winter season, and the entire first half of the year is always incredible, but there just seems to be a new kind of energy that emerges every spring. I feel that we owe…
Next Four, Best Four: Tips and Tricks For Finding your Home in a Pandemic
Have you ever taken something for granted? I know I sure have. If anything, the nature of Covid-19 has forced me to reflect on every important decision I’ve ever made in my life. Watching prospective ‘Dins go through the college decision process has brought to light just how much I took for granted my seemingly…