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The “damn factor”—the origin of all successful advertising strategies used at Furman University.

Before the expected tears of joy (or sorrow) could flow, Furman’s Panhellenic Council adopted new procedures for the 2012 Sorority Recruitment process. The Council adopted the new procedures after Panhellenic Nationals recommended minor changes to Furman’s rules for attire, conduct, and recruitment.

On Jan. 21, The Greenville News ran an article entitled, “Greenville voters ‘disgusted’ with campaigning, make their choices,” describing local voters fed-up with the Republican primary. A survey created and distributed by the Paladin suggests that this general sense of discontentment may extend to Furman’s campus.

Since the spring semester began, Furman’s food service staff has been implementing changes to the dining hall. Some of these changes have been subtle, others conspicuous. Aramark Food Service Director Adam Summers said many were made in response to student feedback.

Last Thursday, January 26, Teach for America (TFA) sponsored a CLP at Furman titled “Closing the Achievement Gap in Education.” The program featured a presentation by TFA alumnus Eric Giles highlighting socioeconomic disparities within the public education system and the repercussions they have on American society.

Over winter break, Furman made minor changes to James B. Duke Library, adding two study rooms and 32 personal computers for student use.

Every senior feels like he or she has the right and/or responsibility to dispense the wisdom gained through four years. I’m no different.

Ten days have passed since Election Day 2011: 353 more will do so until we reach Election Day 2012. It may feel like a long time now, but trust me. When the races heat up, it’ll be absolutely interminable. You’ll forgive me if I don’t vote on that day.

In my three years at Furman, I have taken a lot of humanities courses and tacked on a Poverty Studies concentration with my major. However, it seems like every time I step into a humanities course, people stare at me like a zoo animal. The reason? My psychology major.