Housing Lottery Requires 150 Juniors to Live in Dorms
Instead of worrying about the usual exams, papers, and lack of sleep, the junior class’s biggest concern this week was entering Furman’s housing lottery in hopes of ensuring a spot in the North Village apartments for the upcoming semester.
Home Sweet Home…or Not?
“Welcome Home.” Starting with the banner stretched above the main entrance to the speeches that used the phrase as a tagline during convocation, there seemed to be a silent force, warping and slowly transforming my preconceived notion of home — where it was, what it was, how I related to it.
Sidewalk to Connect Vinings to Campus
Construction on a new sidewalk connecting the Vinings to campus will begin in May and will be completed by the beginning of the 2014-2015 school year.
Housing Finishes Hiring Next Year’s Hall Staff Team
Housing and Residence Life spent February interviewing and selecting next year’s hall staff members, a team of 115 students. The application process for these positions is competitive, and it is always unclear how many spots will be open for the next school year, as current RA and FRADs often make the choice to try and return to their positions.
Pipe Bursts Cause Winter Break Flooding in North Village
While most students were enjoying the warmth and comfort of their homes during the holiday break, those remaining in Building A were not so fortunate.
Flood
Rainboots were required for some Judson 400 residents whose rooms were flooded after winter break pipe issues in Lakeside and North Village housing.
Beyond Goldfish: Approved Pets Provide Comfort and Service
Many students are familiar with the fish in a tank common in dorm rooms, but fewer are probably aware of the dogs and cats that live on Furman’s campus. Although housing prohibits students from owning any pet they would like, the university does allow for approved service animals.
Students Voice Concerns Over Mold
In the wake of student reports about mold in Lakeside Housing, Facilities Services and Housing and Residence Life said in an interview with The Paladin that they are aware of a “mold-like substance” in buildings on campus but that they did not view the substance as a cause for concern, except in cases where the problem was caused by water leakage.
Lakeside Housing Concerns
It’s commonly mistaken for a stain or dirt, but the black growth commonly found in bathroom grout throughout Lakeside Housing could be a cause for concern.
The Art of Compromise: Rising Juniors and Furman Housing
A perspective from a housing student employee on the recent tensions over housing between Housing and Residence Life and the student body, offering a explanation of the problems and thoughts on possible solutions.
Homecoming: Housing and Study Away
The recent controversy over reserving housing when studying away should be resolved with the best interests of the students in mind.
Students Prompt Reversal of Study Away Housing Policy
With a new wave of students every year, the problem of housing both the newcomers and current residents always comes up. Furman is an institution that requires on campus living all four years of attendance. Ron Thompson, Director of Housing and Residence Life sent an email to students announcing the new housing lottery adjustments.
Where Are the Freshmen?
Housing struggles continue as a Furman continues to expand its student population.
Renovations Come to Bookstore, Housing
A number of changes to Furman’s campus and facilities took place during the summer, including renovations to the campus bookstore and student housing. Housing and Residence Life intends for these changes to improve the quality of student life on campus.