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Purple Diamonds shine at Furman sports events

Furman dance troupe Purple Diamonds was the brainchild of suitemates two years ago. They are still going strong, entertaining throngs of fans at Furman basketball and football games.

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‘We bring so much to the table’

During Black History Month, Jada Walker ’24 reflects on the opportunities and mentors that help her chart her path at Furman.

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Senior seeks sustainability in the ‘beloved community’

Miles Baker ’24 sees Black History Month as an opportunity to engage in difficult conversations, but also celebrate Black creativity, progress and joy.

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‘An opportunity to celebrate’

Judith Williams, an assistant professor of anthropology, hopes Black History Month will be a window into the variation and diversity of the African diaspora – a window that will remain open year-round.

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Black History Month: Jamarcus Gaston seeks out the stories that define our community

Gaston, a music and communication studies alumnus, is making a name for himself as the Upstate's storyteller.

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Black History Month: Furman University’s Dr. Cynthia King

FOX Carolina shines a light on Furman University's Cynthia King during Black History Month. King, the first Black faculty member to chair a department at the university, speaks to a reporter outside Furman gates about...

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‘I had a purpose for being there’

The secret treat was sometimes grits, sometimes salmon croquettes. [caption id="attachment_48729" align="alignright" width="300"] Rawn Harbor '71.[/caption] Whatever the special offering, the Black dining hall employees who gave it to Rawn Harbor ’71 did so with...

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