December 2001

A much-needed makeover

Furman will launch a campaign next year to rennovate the Bell Tower and carillon. The Bell Tower, an enduring symbol of the university since the 1850s, was constructed in 1965.


Environmental health and safety manager Bernie Stanton

Balancing act
ARAMARK's Presto juggles nutrition and taste

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Inside Furman is published monthly during the school year by the Furman University Department of Marketing and Public Relations. For story ideas, e-mail John Roberts, editor.

 


Carl Clawson, who worked at Furman for 28 years, oversaw construction of the Bell Tower.

A look back: Furman's merger with GWC

Financial woes brought about by the Great Depression in the 1930s forced GWC to merge with Furman or perish. The merger forever changed the character of the university.

Recommended reading for the holidays

Looking for the perfect holiday gift? How about a book. Five Furman employees review thier favorites.

What if....

Emergency drill mobilizes Furman's 911 plans.


After GWC merged with Furman, buses were used to transport students between the two campuses.