Furman University - Bonhomie Yearbook (Greenville, SC)

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Although everyone t$ attracted by the beauty of the Furman campus, what makes the university different goes beyond the buildings and grounds. Where other universities require research and publication quotas for their faculty, the Furman philosophy of education emphasizes teaching. Instead of large classes and graduate assistants at the head of them, the small student teacher ratio at Furman allows personal attention and interaction between students and teachers. Many professors are known for the long hours they spend counseling and advising students, or for the vitality with which they enliven the classroom. The time faculty invest in students is matched equally by the time they spend expanding their academic and professional performance. Often the result of their added work attracts national attention and commendation. Drs. John Guth and FURMAN’S PEOPLE MAKE Enthusiastic lecturing a one of the things that set men tonous teochers opart, and Dr Bill Lauery has o gift for animating Western Cknhzation dosses. The plaques and awards Marylee James dapiays are not nearly as significant as the national recognition and prestige this returning student has brought to Furman Being uW wg to give extra time to research makes students hke Kelson Roberts worthy of Dona Fellowship awards Byrd John Greene, for example, conducted research on Political Actions Committees that was published in Psychology Today. Jay Bocook arranged John Williams’ Olympic Fanfare and Theme for the band at the 1984 Olympics. Another indication of faculty excellence that indicates active concern for students is the Division of Student Services at Furman. Along with Vice President for Student Services Harry Shucker, full-time staff members are committed to student welfare. They plan student programs, fight for changes that will benefit students, and facilitate residence life. The achievements and the encouragement of Furman faculty promote student excellence as well. Furman is noted for producing high achievers such as Marylee James, voted one of the country’s most outstanding juniors of 1986. Seniors Dave Conrady, Amy Brown and Stephen Todd were selected by Parade magazine as chaperones on a trip to Switzerland because of their outstanding character and interpersonal skills. Obviously, Furman is a university of people who are excellent, set apart — people who make a difference. 4 Openlng

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Byrd The Bell Tower, a replica of the one on the old campus, represents years of Furman trodition Even u.ith small budgets. Furman makes available equipment to foalrtote research like that done by Tim Poston. An endowment from Thomas Anderson Roe made il possible for the modern studios and exhibits m the new Art building 33 Ere Th« DlHcr«ncc 3 J

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Feoplc 5 Challenging her counseling doss uifth skills of active listening. Dr. Gerda McCahan employs on open method of teaching Byrd Nationally known as a composer and a director. Dr. Jay Bocook has created excellence in the marching band