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Mary Francis Coleman found her love for music at a young age. As the newest addition to the music department, she wants to share her passion with students.

[Photo] Professor Spotlight: Mary Francis Coleman

Joshua Hardee, Assistant Editor
January 24, 2019
Two students compete in the ultimate putt-putt tournament.

[Photo] Putting stress aside

Mary Knuckles, Staff Writer
November 16, 2018
Students gather at the Smith University Center to connect with possible future employers.

[Photo] Career fair teaches students networking

Mary Knuckles, Staff Writer
October 27, 2018
Elizabeth Zahnd appreciates the opportunity to balance reading and interacting with students, family and colleagues during her teaching career at FMU.

[Photo] Professor Spotlight: Elizabeth A. Zahnd

Joshua Hardee, Copy Editor
September 10, 2018
Students broke out into small groups to learn more about each other by completing an activity about their life before college.

[Photo] Students learn about each other, make friends

Alex Turbeville, Assistant Editor
September 10, 2018
Students waited in line to build friendships and hot dogs at the cookout hosted by BCM outside of Smith University Center (UC) on Aug. 21.

[Photo] BCM hosts annual cookout for students, encourages to learn about organization

Alex Turbeville, Assistant Editor
September 10, 2018
The newest addition to the Department of Mass Communication Stan Diel has worked at eight different newspapers across the U.S. before beginning his career in academia.

[Photo] Professor Spotlight: Stan Diel

Sarah Jones, Assistant Editor
April 12, 2018
Smolen-Morten interviews Dr. Damon Tweedy about his book. Dr. Damon Tweedy invites students to ask questions about race relations and his life’s work. Tweedy’s book was the common text for English 102 this semester.

[Photo] Three-part symposium discusses race relations

Joshua Hardee, Copy Editor
April 12, 2018
Physics professor Phillip Fulmer uses his past experiences in the health physics field to prepare students for a future career in physics. Fulmer has taught at FMU for 16 years.

[Photo] Professor Spotlight: Philip Fulmer

Joshua Hardee, Staff Writer
March 8, 2018
Women's Basketball

[Photo] Nighthawks take close win against Lady Patriots

February 15, 2018
FMU faculty, students and alumni assemble tents and make food during the Homecoming tailgate. Tailgating took place from 11 a.m. throughout the basketball games.

[Photo] Tailgate's third year boasts largest attendance

February 15, 2018
Student Spotlight

[Photo] Students present research on probiotics

February 15, 2018
Professor Spotlight

[Photo] Professor Spotlight: Dr. Jacqueline Jones

February 15, 2018
Men's Basketball

[Photo] Patriots rout Nighthawks during Homecoming game

February 15, 2018
Women's Basketball

[Photo] Lady Patriots break five-game winning streak

Melina Much, Staff Writer
January 18, 2018
Men's BkB3

[Photo] Patriots push past Bearcats in overtime

January 18, 2018
During Unity Week, organizations partner to promote unity among differences in cultures, political views and sexual orientations.

[Photo] Offices and organizations encourage campus unity

November 16, 2017
English professors participate in a panel during the 12th annual Pee Dee Fiction and Poetry Festival.

[Photo] English department holds fiction, poetry festival

November 16, 2017
Ada Lovelace Day

[Photo] Organizations celebrate Ada Lovelace legacy

November 2, 2017
Cultural Food Fest

[Photo] Students taste foods, learn different cultures

November 2, 2017
FMU pre-nursing major Marie Virgile is a single parent and immigrant from Haiti.

[Photo] Student comes to US, pursues education

November 2, 2017
The Chemistry Department hosts activities as part of the National Chemistry Week. Students participate in crystal ornament-making.

[Photo] FMU holds week-long chemistry celebration

November 2, 2017
Senior Harrison Smith defends a Flagler College player during his last game for the patriots.

[Photo] Patriots lose game, miss PBC playoffs

November 2, 2017
Freshman forward Kylie McElroy jockeys to win ball from Columbus State midfielder.

[Photo] Lady Patriots fall to Columbus State Bears

October 19, 2017
SGA Meeting

[Photo] Senators elected SGA representatives

October 19, 2017
News Engagement Day

[Photo] FMU media organizations discuss media issues, newsroom diversity

October 19, 2017
Gaspard Mianne pushes past a Lenior-Rhyme University defender. The Oct. 14 game brings the patriots to a 6-6-0 record.

[Photo] Lenior-Rhyne defeat Patriots in 2-1 match

October 19, 2017
Students learn to salsa dance during the Salsa Magic event to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month.

[Photo] Students learn salsa, appreciate culture

October 5, 2017
Guest speaker Jesús Nebot shares his knowledge and firsthand experiences with immigration.

[Photo] Hispanic Heritage Month speaker addresses immigration issues

October 5, 2017
Three FMU seniors assume leadership roles in South Carolina Federation of College Republicans. They plan to increase the club’s presence and its collaboration with other political groups.

[Photo] Students to represent College Republicans

October 5, 2017
Volleyball

[Photo] Patriots bring home pair of wins during tournament

September 21, 2017
Turning Point USA

[Photo] Nonprofit, nonpartisan organization starts at FMU

September 21, 2017
The FMU School of Education is one of four universities in the country to receive the grant for professional development.

[Photo] School of education selected for professional development grant

Catherine Hyman, Assistant Editor
September 21, 2017
Baseball

[Photo] FMU falls to Flagler

Michael Hawkins, Associate Athletic Director for Communication
April 14, 2017
Senior Night

[Photo] Men’s, women’s basketball teams take victories during senior night against Lander

Rebecca Cross, Copy Editor
February 26, 2017
Men's Basketball

[Photo] Patriots defeat Flagler College Saints, 86-81

Michael Hawkins, Associate Athletic Director for Communication
February 12, 2017
Women's Basketball

[Photo] Chandler leads Patriots to victory over Flagler Saints

Michael Hawkins, Associate Athletic Director for Communication
February 12, 2017
Lady Pats soar over Falcons

[Photo] Lady Pats soar over Falcons

Brandon Ryback, Sports Writer
January 13, 2017
Intramural Kickball

[Photo] Intramural sports rankings

Anna Jackson, Staff Writer
November 19, 2016
Women's Soccer

[Photo] Lady Patriots mauled by Lander University Bearcats

Brandon Rybak, Sports Writer
October 26, 2016
Men's Soccer

[Photo] Bearcats claw past Patriots, take victory

Brandon Rybak, Sports Writer
October 26, 2016
FMU Men's Soccer

[Photo] Patriots fly past Falcons for PBC win

Brandon Ryback, Sports Writer
September 22, 2016
Sophomore outfielder Tori Gaskins (4) has 16 hits, nine runs and a .219 batting average for the season.

[Photo] Patriots conquer Montevallo Falcons

Brandon Rybak, Sports Writer
April 20, 2016
Center infielder Shannan Lopez throws the ball in an attempt to prevent Brevard College’s Tornadoes form scoring in the doubleheader on March 3.

[Photo] Patriots defeat Brevard Tomatoes

Michael Hawkins, Contributing Writer
March 9, 2016
Mass communication professor Dr. Frank Rybicki shows his enthusiasm for the sport by dressing up in his personal baseball uniform.

[Photo] Professors throw first pitch at baseball game

Kimberly Boswell, Staff Writer
February 24, 2016
Junior Victoria Dye passes the ball to a teammate during the Jan. 30 game against Georgia College.

[Photo] FMU never trails, topping Georgia College

David Crane, Sports Writer
February 2, 2016
Sophomore Judah Alexander (22) jumps for the ball in the tipoff against the Georgia College Bobcats. The 91-74 win brings the men’s team to a 12-8 overall record.

[Photo] Browning leads Pats to victory over Bobcats

David Crane, Sports Writer
February 2, 2016
Junior Samson Nnaji (21) jumps for the ball in the tip off of the game against Armstrong State University.

[Photo] Free throws give Patriots win over Armstrong State

David Crane, Sports Writer
January 15, 2016
Camille Dash (4) moves the ball up the court towards the basket against Pirate defenders.

[Photo] Defense sends FMU soaring past Pirates

David Crane, Sports Writer
January 15, 2016
Gay Straight Alliance and Sigma Tau Delta team up to host a poetry slam in the Lee Nursing Building auditorium. Students presented original works o express themselves in a welcoming environment.

[Photo] GSA shows unity, support for FMU community

Rebekah Davis, Assistant Editor
October 21, 2015
Jarrell Yvonne shares with women her inspiring journey about chasing her dreams at Sigma Gamma Rho’s Girls Rhock event.

[Photo] Women rally at Girls Rhock

Leah Power, Staff Writer
October 21, 2015
Junior Calie Smith (8) made 13 kills, one ace and two blocks during the Oct. 13 game against the Queens University Royals.

[Photo] Royals spoil fall break

Brandon Rybak, Sports Writer
October 21, 2015
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