Admissions Blog Posts

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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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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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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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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Swinging Rackets, Crafting Content: Who I Am and Where I Came From

A Quick Intro Hi! My name is Elijah Poritzky and I'm the new social media intern for admissions. I am currently a junior here at Furman. I grew up in Saratoga Springs, New York and...

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A Furman Summer to Remember: Adventures, Research, and Fun in the Sun

Hey there, fellow adventurers! Buckle up your seatbelt as I take you on a ride through my unforgettable summer of 2023.  I promise you won't want to miss this story!   Fun in the Sun! My...

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How the Furman Advantage Shaped My Summer

Hello, my name is Gracie Carroll, and I am a junior from Aiken, South Carolina! I am a Communication Studies major with a minor in Visual Strategy. This past summer, I did an internship with...

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The Furman Transfer Experience: Finding your Home

  Hello everyone!   My name is Ty Robbins, Assistant Director of Admissions and Furman University’s transfer admissions counselor. I am here with Anna Clare O’Gorman to discuss her experience as a transfer student at...

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