Admissions Blog Posts

Advice for Surviving and Thriving in Your First Semester

Starting college is one of the most intimidating things before you actually do it. The night before my move-in day, I was so stressed out. I knew I would love Furman, but the thought of...

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BUCKLE UP! 2.0

A few years ago, I wrote my first blog aimed at helping parents navigate the college search process.  While much of the advice still holds true today, I’ve added some additional tips and tricks to...

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My Favorite Furman Classes

Over my first couple of years here at Furman, I have had the opportunity to take many different courses that have shaped my academic path. The courses that I have enjoyed the most and have...

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Overview of Fall Diversity Events & Goals

Diversity Events? ….ooooo, tell me more…. Furman Diversity Connection – FDC is one of my favorite days in the fall when we are really just starting to meet high school seniors as they are navigating...

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Three Musketeers of Dorm Decor

Marshalls, Target, Home Goods. The three musketeers of dorm decor. If I had a dollar for every time I went to or searched online at one of those stores for dorm decorations, I’d be rich...

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A Day in the Life of a Commuter Student

One of the coolest things about Furman is its 4 year residential requirement, meaning students live on campus for all four years. The whiteboard from my dorm Freshman year! As a first year student, you...

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4 Quick Tips on How to Make the Most of Your COVID College Experience

Stay positive  COVID-19 is making the college experience look a lot different, but that does not mean it has to bring it crumbling down in any sense. Whether you are a freshman starting your first...

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All Things Alex: Enneagram Edition

Hey there!  Surprise, I’m back!! My sweet summer admissions internship ended back in July, and I’ve been anxiously awaiting the return to blogging and all things Furman social media! With that, I am absolutely ECSTATIC...

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Me, Myself, & I

Hey y'all! My name is Andersen Wade and I am SO excited to get to share my freshman year with you. Here's a little bit about me - I'm a biggg people person, I love...

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Meeting Me: Colin Klaff

Hey, everyone! My name is Colin Klaff, and I am a junior from Washington D.C. I am a business administration major, and I've been involved with the club soccer team, Greek life, and now this...

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WHY FURMAN?: FEELS LIKE HOME

Hey Y'all! Remember me?! Rosemary here! Only difference is Im a year older and am now 'officially' a Communications major! Im back again this year as a social media Intern and I couldn't be more...

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Introducing Me: Asha Marie

*cue that one Nick Jonas song from Camp Rock 2* Some polaroids of me and my friend Kristin in Cleveland during easter weekend our Freshman year Hey Prospective Dins! I’m Asha Marie, a junior from...

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