Furman University - Bonhomie Yearbook (Greenville, SC)

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DIFFERENT WAYS TO WORSHIP Interested students found a variety of ways to worship on campus. Opportunities for fellowship were available to students of different faiths. At 11:00 AM on Sunday mornings, students could worship in Burgiss Lounge in services led by the university chaplains, faculty members, and students. The students that led the service were assigned through Church-Related Vocations. These students would plan the service, choosing hymns and responsive readings. One of the chaplains, usually either Dr. Vic Greene or Dr. Jim Pitts would then deliver a message. All offerings collected were given to the Chaplains' Fund to be used to aid students and others on campus in financial need because of crises. Students were also able to go off campus to worship. Many Greenville area churches provided transportation for students who wished to attend their services, picking the students up m vans from the front of Judson. The students could also take part in other of the church-related activities, such as special dinners. Groups of different religious denominations found counseling from volunteer chaplains. The chaplains were of various persuasions: Assembly of God. Baptist. Episcopal. Greek Orthodox. Jewish. Lutheran. Methodist. Presbyterian, and Roman Catholic. The volunteer chaplains worked with the university chaplains and led their denominational groups. Outside of worship services, various groups existed on campus and provided fellowship for students. These religious organizations were: Assembly of God. Baptist Student Union. Church-Related Vocations. Episcopal Fellowship. Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Furman University Gospel Ensemble. Furman University Hunger Alliance. Inter-Varsity Christian Fellowship. Jewish Student Association. Lutheran Student Association. Newman Apostolate. Greek Orthodox Christian Fellowship. Wesley Foundation. Westminster Fellowship. Worldwide Discipleship Association, and Young Life. In addition to providing fellowship for students with such activities as an FCA hayride or retreats, the religious organizations provided service to the outside community, such as that provided by the Furman University Hunger Alliance. The Religious Council was made up of representatives from each of the groups, the secretary of religious affairs for the Association of Furman Students and the chaplains. Singing is always a highlight of F.C.A. The combination of Christian Fellowship and a friendly atmosphere make F.C.A. very popular. Has Star Trek come to Furman? No. it s those antics that enlighten W.D.A. 20 STUDENT LIFE

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Clinical tests have proven that studying definitely causes drowsiness. One of the more favorable ways to study is with a friend. I can pencil you in on Monday. Htxtter Muon COPING WITH THE INEVITABLE TRUTH What single activity took up most of a Furman student’s time and energy? Despite activities such as sports, parties, dances, and just socializing, or simply enjoying the beautiful surroundings of the Furman campus, students found that they must inevitably return to their books. And when they did. Furman students employed a variety of methods of studying. Some students found that listening in class and reviewing notes daily was an effective way of studying. Keeping up with reading assignments was also helpful; however, many students discover that this was not always possible, and found themselves up late or even all night before a test, practicing the familiar art of ■'cramming” before a test. Students also chose different places to study. The library, student center, empty classrooms, dorm rooms, and outside by the lake or under a tree were popular choices. One student remarked that she found the upper floors of the library to be a place where she could study most effectively because “there are fewer distractions.” Some students studied in the morning hours in the dining hall. One student recommends taking a lot of breaks when studying, while another insists that she takes breaks from other activities to study. Liz Aurilio. a sophomore and music major, found that she studied best in “the music building, in the practice rooms, in the girls' dorms, or in the parlors.” No matter where students chose to study, and whether they liked or dreaded doing so. studying remained one of the main components of a Furman student's life. Tracey Hilton Some students isolate themselves in order to keep their minds on studying. STUDENT LIFE 19

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Singing, friends and felfowship make VVDA a rewarding experience. proving that worship can take place at anytime. Fellowship of Christian Athletes bible study allows these girls to grow in Christian fellowship on a more personal basis. STUDENT LIFE 21