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Mike Bothwell returns from Israel

Men's Basketball standout Mike Bothwell describes his experience overseas when the war between Hamas and Israel broke out. He sat down with FOX Carolina's Beth Hoole in a 12-minute interview.

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Local news covers unveiling of Land Acknowledgement plaque

The unveiling on Nov. 3 drew about 100 people including news crews from local TV stations.

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Local news covers history of Diamond F

WYFF News 4 caught up with Furman alumnus David Zeiger '74 who crafted the logo 50 years ago.

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David Zeiger ’74 and his Diamond F make the news

The enduring Diamond F fashioned by Dennis Zeiger in 1973 celebrates 50 years. A local news station picks up the story.

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As Furman’s Diamond F logo turns 50, student creator looks back

As a junior in 1973, Dennis Zeiger was asked to design a simple new logo that would help create a new image for Furman football. He created an enduring icon.

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Local TV stations cover move-in day for first-year students

Furman welcomed the class of 2027 Aug. 17. News outlets covered the excitement surrounding Furman's most academically selective class since 2005 and the most racially diverse class in the school's history. Furman's Ron Thompson spoke...

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Tate Walters ’24 trades places at local news station

Women's Basketball standout Walters swaps places from behind the camera at WSPA 7News and talks about how the student-athlete balance is preparing her for life after college.

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Giving to Furman tops $40 million in fiscal year 2023

Despite downward trends in giving nationally and a challenging economy, philanthropic contributions to Furman in fiscal year 2023 reached $41.6 million, marking the third year in a row that giving topped $40 million.

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Furman demonstrates commitment to fair, sustainable labor practices

Furman renews its commitment to socially just labor and sourcing practices through its membership with the Fair Labor Association. Local news sources pick up the story.

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Furman mourns the loss of College Football HOF Coach Dick Sheridan

Several news outlets reported on the passing of Sheridan who led the Furman Paladins and the NCSU Wolfpack in successful seasons from the 70s to the 90s.

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Jalen Slawson drafted in NBA’s second round

Jalen Slawson '23 became the first Furman Paladin to be selected in the NBA draft since 1984, going in the second round to the Sacramento Kings.

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Timeline chronicles pivotal moments in LGBTQIA+ history

Jeffrey Makala of Special Collections leads effort to document significant moments in LGBTQIA+ history at Furman. The timeline spans five decades.

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