Furman University - Bonhomie Yearbook (Greenville, SC)

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UquM Kidding around, Mark Kale and his father spend some especially fun time together Photo by Jacques The game on Parents’ Weekend is always packed, but one stands out in the crowd Following a performance. Rock Kennedy's mother is smiling with pride over her son. Showing a common activity for Parents' Weekend, Kristi Robb and her family return from the store Photo by Jacques Treg Hallman and his father show that sports appreciation runs in the farrxiy Photo by Jett Durst Parent's Weekend 13

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The preparation began on Thursday. Signs went up in the halls and rooms became amazingly clean Laundry was done and hair was cut These tell-tale signs mean only one thing - it's Parents' Weekend' Many other colleges have a similiar event, but the Furman community makes this time tor parents extra special. Carol Brown, a freshman from Signal Mt.. TN was. not expecting it to be a big deal However, it was outstanding Everyone was involved. Getting families involved in the Parents' Weekend activities is not difficult with all that there is to do Professors offer seminars on a variety of topics The dining hall provides a delicious meal that is supposedly an accurate representation of normal Furman food The football game and talent showcase provide wonderful entertainment to culminate the events of the weekend Other than the planned activities. students find more attractions to participate in. Shopping is an often used alternative, or a really good dinner is always an enjoyable idea. Sharon Harrison. a freshman from Atlanta, liked showing my school as she spent time touring the campus with her parents. After the weekend is over, students return to their studies, temporarily well fed, less homesick. and extremely satisfied Karen Horn More than at any other school. Furman Parents' Weekend is a very special time and a highlight during the Fall. RENT’S WEEKEND m v 12 Student Lite

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 Certainly one of everyone's fondest memories of Furman Homecoming ‘84 is rooting for the Paladins for a victory over Central Florida. However, few of us would actually admit that Furman Homecoming ends with the game In fact, the game is just one part of a weekend full of activities, events, and memories. The mall came to life as groups worked on the float of their imaginations and expectations. With the theme of Catch that Furman Spirit, float-building could not help but be fun; and by midnight, the mall had transformed into a mass party. The presentation of awards the following day gave the Furman Singers their sixth win. while the Baptist Student Union came in second and the Class of '88 took third place. The bonfire, complete with its cheerleaders, the horse, and a spectacular fireworks show over the lake was the result of careful planning by AFS and FU-SAB. Afterwards, the Student Center provided musical entertainment, football highlights, hot chocolate, coffee, and doughnuts for those who had come close to freezing while enjoying the outdoor festivities. The athletically inclined had a choice of a student-alumni volleyball game, a Fun Run, or a Golf Tournament. Saturday morning brunches given by the fraternities and social clubs provided a chance to renew ties with returning alumni The band's pre-game show was an appropriate prelude to a good game in which the Paladins. by defeating Central Florida. proved once again that 14 Student Lite 1984 Homecoming created many memories that will last — it was a great week of fun activities!