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A 365-degree change for the better

MARCH 9, 2012 by Chloe Kowalski '12, Contributing Writer Furman asked for it. Furman is getting it. What is it? Office 365—farewell FirstClass.

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Water plays key role in climate change

FEBRUARY 28, 2012 by Daniel Smith ’14, Contributing Writer When Kartiyeka Singh graduated Furman in 2007, he decided to take a few years off before graduate school. During this time, he traveled the world as...

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Organization raising money to construct schoolhouse in Uganda

FEBRUARY 22, 2012 by Erikah Haavie, Contributing Writer 7,613 miles: The approximate distance between Greenville, S.C., and Kampala, Uganda. 3 miles: The approximate distance each Furman University student needs to cycle to get there. With...

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Daniel Mickel Foundation grant will endow scholarship fund

The Daniel Mickel Foundation of Greenville has awarded Furman a $300,000 grant to endow a scholarship program that assists students facing extraordinary financial circumstances. The Furman United program was created in 2009 to assist students...

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Dancing shoes

FEBRUARY 10, 2012 On Tuesday, the Heller Service Corps hosted the annual Special Adults Valentine's Dance. Dozens of students participated in the popular event. Photographers Jeremy Fleming and Casey Evans were there to capture some of...

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Constructing hope in Afghanistan

JANUARY 26, 2012 By Chloe Kowalski ’12, Contributing Writer A symbol of passion and creativity, the marigold radiates shining forecasts of thriving and lasting life. As such, Gary Moorehead’s foundation, located in the often-harsh environment...

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C-SPAN Campaign 2012 Bus tour comes to campus Wednesday

The C-SPAN Campaign 2012 Bus will be on the Furman campus Wednesday, Jan. 18 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. in front of Furman Hall.  The bus is currently making its “Road to the White House”...

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NLRB vs. Boeing: President Smolla writes about what the law has to say about dispute

Much has been written and said about the National Labor Relations Board’s complaint against Boeing, arising from Boeing’s decision to build its second 787 Dreamliner plant in North Charleston instead of the Pacific Northwest. But...

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Scenes from Saturday

A heartbreaking 41-34 loss to Elon, a 3-1 win over the Davidson women’s volleyball team and a visit by presidential candidate Newt Gingrich.  Jeremy Fleming was on campus to capture scenes from Saturday.  Enjoy

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Serving up the upset special

NOVEMBER 7, 2011 The Paladins recorded a thrilling 20-10 upset win over third-ranked Appalachian State Saturday. The victory snapped a six-game losing streak to the Mountaineers and moved Furman into the playoff picture. University photographer Jeremy Fleming...

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Furman’s top keeper excels in classroom

NOVEMBER 3, 2011 By Summer Woods ‘14, Contributing Writer Winning is something Jessica Smith has become accustomed to during her four years at Furman, on and off the field. On the field she is a...

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Furman Dressage takes first at intercollegiate show

NOVEMBER 1, 2011 By SARA MORANO ’14, Contributing Writer The Furman University Dressage Team is full of surprises. Not everyone is familiar with the sport of Dressage, a specific discipline of riding and training horses...

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