Admissions Blog Posts

Biology at Furman

Are you passionate about understanding the composition of life, cells, microorganisms, and complex ecosystems? If yes, then welcome to Furman University’s Biology Department. Furman University provides an outstanding environment for students eager to dive into...

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BOO! Halloween at Furman!

Happy Halloween! Here at Furman, Halloween is one of our favorite holidays. All across campus, spooky season sets in as the leaves turn red in late October. Here’s more about what Halloween at Furman has to...

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Homecoming: A Week of Events

Homecoming is a special time for Furman. Whether you're a current student, an alumni of 5 years, or 50 years, everyone enjoys coming together on campus to celebrate homecoming. And Furman makes sure to make...

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From the Court to Campus: A Freshman’s Path to Furman

Hello everyone! Today is an exciting day for me and the rest of the Furman tennis team, as we are on the way to the Carolina Regional tennis championship in Cary, North Carolina. As I...

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Honoring ‘Indigenous People’s Day’ at Furman University

Furman University, situated in Greenville, South Carolina, has long been recognized for its commitment to diversity and inclusivity. As we celebrate Indigenous People's Day, we will take a closer look at Furman's proactive steps, particularly...

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All about Meal Plans at Furman

Hey everyone! My name is Gracie, and I’m a junior here at Furman! Today, I’m going to give you a little more insight into how Furman’s meal plans work. The meal plan includes meal swipes,...

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Furman Football Season: Everything Tailgates!

Fall Football Season  Everyone loves football season... the turning of the weather, fall festivities, and especially tailgates. A time to set up tents with your friends and organizations, grill out, and support your team. And...

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Furman and Fall, What Could Be Better?

Introduction Furman and its surroundings offer so many opportunities for Fall Fun. Some of my favorites are Paris Mountain drives, Swamp Rabbit Trail Walks, and going into Travelers Rest for good food. Furman’s campus is...

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Becoming a Paladin: The Start of My Journey as a Student-Athlete

Intro The journey to becoming a student-athlete at Furman University is a unique and exciting one. It's a path filled with recruitment calls, decisions, and the anticipation of starting your college career as a Paladin....

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Tips and Tricks for a Successful Furman University Application

Hello, Potential Dins! My name is Kobby Frempong, a sophomore international student from Ghana. Today, we will be dissecting the conundrums of college applications and what it means to put together a sterling application worthy...

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Game Day at Furman

The “Friday Night Lights” experience at Furman is nothing short of amazing. I mean, who wouldn’t love cheering on a #8 nationally ranked team? A typical gameday for students can look different depending on what...

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Tips & Tricks For Your Application!

Hello! My name is Gracie Carroll, and I am a junior Communication Studies major and Visual Strategy minor from Aiken South Carolina. Recently, I’ve been thinking back to my college application process and how I...

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