Furman University - Bonhomie Yearbook (Greenville, SC)

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I The cups that come u-lfh a large soft drink at the football stadium concession stands are often swh a big hit thot fans collect them for souvenirs. A pint-sired fan holds a not quite so pnt-saed stock of cups The Bookstore has one of Its busiest days on Parents' Weekend. A Furman Parent 1s one of many to browse through the store Byrd The Bookstore sponsors a spirit trolley to take tours around campus on Parents' Weekend. People ride the trolley from the Bookstore, around the mall, to the football field and back to the student center. I Parent Weekend 11

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A Special Fallen leaves were swept off of the sidewalks, dorm rooms were picked up, the dining room was adorned with tablecloths and flowers, and even the dining hall food was unusually tasty. What caused this craziness? Furman's Parents’ Council and FUSAB planned a special weekend in the fall during which all the parents were invited to become familiar with Furman’s campus and people. The weekend was a highlight of the fall, especially for freshmen because it was usually the first time since leaving home that they had an opportunity to visit with their parents. Laurin Mulherin, a freshman from Charleston, South Carolina, said, At first 1 was glad to be away at school; but, 1 began ‘At first I was glad . to be away at -school: but, I began to miss my parents, which made parents' week something to look forward to” Weekend to miss my parents, which made parents’ weekend something to look forward to. The weekend got off to a start Friday when parents visited classes and talked with professors. Mrs. Mulherin, the mother of a freshman “liked having the opportunity to meet my daughter’s professors. On Saturday, the activities began with an opening convocation in McAlister Auditorium. This gave parents a chance to see the student government and to listen to the Furman Singers, the Band, and the orchestra. Following the early morning festivities, there were several seminars and meetings designed to inform parents on the various aspects of Furman life. cont. Special touches are evident everywhere on campus during Parents Weekend, even in the dining hall A family finishes their meal by choosmg from a variety of desserts on a decorated table The Phi Mu Alpha sponsored Talent Show brings out the best in Furman s talented students. Holly Harris and Amy Mlxetl go bock to the oge of poodle skirts and ponytails with the song 10 Stud«nt Life

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After the formal meetings and seminars, the Furman campus came alive with intense excitement as the Paladin football team prepared to go up against the Western Carolina team. Although the Paladins did not win, It still proved to be a lot of fun for everyone. Following a disappointing game, parents and students participated in drop-ins sponsored by various groups. The drop-ins gave the parents an opportunity to get to know their student’s friends and their respe-five parents. Ray McKinney, Carolyn McKinney’s father, felt that “the best part of the day was meeting all the other parents. Because new friends were made on Saturday evening through the students, big groups of parents and students went out to dinner; for many students this was the most memorable part of the MMy favorite part - of the weekend ■ was going shopping for new winter clothes and going out for some real food!” A Special Weekend weekend. Jana McConaughhay’s said “My favorite part of the weekend was going shopping for new winter clothes and going out for some real food! After good-byes were exchanged and plans were made for the upcoming Fall Break, parents, somewhat exhausted from the excitement of the weekend, left their children to the monotony of studying and the anticipation of approaching fall break. Carolyn McKinney Byrd Furman T-Shirts and sweatshirts told Many events were geared to let parents quickly on Porcnts' Weekend Dana Pitts meet faculty, stoff and other parents. On-rings up two shirts for a visiting parent. dy Ward and her family socialize or on outdoor drop in. 12 Student Life