I don’t know about you, but I can be a pretty picky eater, so choosing a school that provided food that I was actually inclined to eat was pretty important for me. The fact that I chose Furman speaks highly of the dining services here on campus. Personally, my favorite dining option has always been…
Taking Care of Yourself in College
At the beginning of my first year at Furman, I quickly invested my free time in joining student organizations, scheduled intentional time with friends, spent hours in the library (whether or not I was studying), and filled every gap of free time in between. I tried living my life just like those “A Day in…
Let’s Explore the BEST Off Campus Nature Spots
Enough with the study hacks, let’s have some fun! Whether you enjoy walking, running, or biking, the surrounding areas of Furman have SO much to offer for all your outdoor needs. On the weekends, Furman students love to take advantage of the beautiful mountains and land surrounding campus, including biking, hiking, and more. Today I…
Finding Your Fit – Virtually
Dear Senior, I know that this isn’t the senior year you imagined. I understand that you are dealing with uncharted territories in every aspect of life – school, family, friends, and your college search process. One day we will look back at the trials we faced and realize the lessons that were learned, but right…
Green Spaces in Greenville
One of my favorite parts of being a Furman student, aside from the great academics, strong sense of community and much more, is being located in Greenville, South Carolina. Downtown Greenville and the surrounding spaces throughout the city have many different restaurants, stores and beautiful green spaces. Being so close to downtown and Travelers Rest…
‘MAJOR’ Things !
I’ve always loved school. I loved the routine. I loved the social aspect. But there was one thing that kept me constantly glancing at the clock it hopes to make it go faster…. MATH & SCIENCE CLASS! The thing about school is, well, you don’t always get to take the classes that interest you the…
Let’s Talk About Advising
If you’re anything like I was before coming to Furman, you’ve probably already got some idea of what major you might want to pick once you get to Furman, maybe a minor or two, some clubs and extracurriculars that’ll be perfect for your resume, AND you’ve planned for study abroad, internship, and research experiences! Whew!…
Simple Time Management Tips for College Students
Balancing a new environment, academic work, and possibly getting involved on campus is not easy! No matter what, you’re always left with the same 24 hours in a day to check items off lists, spend time with classmates and friends, and take some time to unwind. Follow these time management tips and strategies to ensure…
Coping with Homesickness
Most of us are so used to being surrounded by our family 24/7. You get so annoyed with them that you think there’s NO way you’ll miss them once you’re in college! You know you love them to death, and some of us know we’ll miss them immensely once we leave, but for a lot…
Keeping Your Hometown Besties Close
Change is hard. Whether it be something big like going away to college or small like Starbucks getting rid of my favorite holiday drink, I often struggle a bit when my life is met with change. Before freshman year, when the time came to pack my bags and it was officially “what day are you…