Furman University - Bonhomie Yearbook (Greenville, SC)

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rush, cont. the sixteen signatures required of each rushee. This signature system guarantees that each girl has met and talked with at least four girls from each club. The cards are collected and the signatures determine eligibility for rush. Those girls who have the right number of signatures are able to participate in the winter term rush activities. The Winter term rush is structured around the social club parties. There are twelve parties in all, each club hosting three. Each club must have one party on campus, while they are free to choose the location of the other two. The fraternity rush has some similarities but is less formal. There is a fall term rush; it, however, is open to any class for participation. The smokers fall term provide for an introduction to the fraternities. They are not required like the Ice Water Teas are, but the smokers are always well attended. A big issue for the 1984-85 Rush year was the new drinking age which had been established at 20 for beer. This was a major concern of the ICC (Inter-dub Coun-dl) and IFC (Inter-Fraternity Coundl). The enforcement of this state law was a difficult assignment which has no compromises. There was to be no alcohol served at any rush party. Any violation of the Dry Rush standard could result in loss of offidal recognition in ICC and IFC — ultimately meaning termination of participation in any rush activity. The other repercussions of a vio- Rotwi SoufKjrd Because a scrapbook is so indicative oi a ckib, Chris Mohr explains ACT with theirs Answering questions at a tea, Vanessa Viera fiBs prospective rush girls in on the DelpNans Photo by Robin Southard Rush 25

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Rob $outh Miking (heir dub familiar, CHKh Comeie Kersey and Beth Clink scales attend the ICC teas After discussing ACT, iammie Virden wiS sign Karen Patterson's and Fran Taylor's rush requirement cards. Showing the closeness in Propylon, loe Griffith and Virginia Casey talk at a I it tie Sister Party Photo by O’Neil. 24 Student life

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rush, cont. lation would be a loss of certain privileges - no longer a recognized group on campus, no use of campus facilities or advertisement, and no residence in the dorms as a recognized group. Despite the lack of enthusiasm regarding the Dry Rush standards, the 1984-85 Rush season looked great. The fraternities and social clubs met their goal of attracting many new members by providing a structured means of entering their organization. Manning the door, k hn Smith has name tags for all at Brothers m Eternity Closed hbght. lamming with the band, these Propybn brothers entertain their adoring Ians 26 Rush