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Kyle Graham, Photographer

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From right to left, Howard Frye illustrates his collection of stamps from his travels. He is followed by two abstract pieces by EunJung Chang.

[Photo] Gallery displays faculty art, overviews methods

October 27, 2018
Mary Fountain reads a piece of her original poetry during the "Snow Island Review" poetry slam.

[Photo] Students read original poems, compete for publication

Sara Porter, Assistant Editor
March 8, 2018
Rebecca Perkins and Chris Steele perform "Baby Levi," a play written by Shari Tingle. "Baby Levi" focuses on a mother's struggle with losing a child.

[Photo] Patriot Players host play festival in Black Box

Lauren Owens, Editor-in-Chief
March 8, 2018
Elizabeth Lopartis and Mauricy Martin perform pieces from Johannes Brahms and Franz Schubert during the South Carolina Chamber Music Festival.

[Photo] FMU hosts sixth annual chamber music festival

Sarah Jones, Assistant Editor
March 8, 2018
Panelists Herb Frazier, Valinda Littlefield and Joe Riley discuss Cleveland Sellar’s discussion on race, culture and education on Feb. 28. Audience members asked panelists questions after the event.

[Photo] FMU hosts three-day symposium

Sarah Jones, Assistant Editor
March 8, 2018
God Belongs On My Campus

[Photo] BCM hosts event, promotes Christian influence on campus

February 15, 2018
Athlete Spotlight

[Photo] Meet the Athletes: Jameson Spitzmiller

February 15, 2018
Coach-Spotlight

[Photo] Meet the Coaches: Gary Edwards

Lauren Owens, Editor-in-Chief
January 18, 2018
Professor Spotlight

[Photo] Professor Spotlight: Dr. Erica Johnson

Lauren Owens, Editor-in-Chief
January 18, 2018

Don’t judge a dog by its bark

Kyle Graham, Photographer
November 16, 2017
FMU Students take part in creating ornaments from Polaroids at TthomasArts, a local art studio, during the Nov. 9 workshops.

[Photo] Guest artists visit FMU, teach workshops for students

November 16, 2017
New FMU Sign

[Photo] FMU upgrades main entrance

November 2, 2017
Professor Jared Cole builds set designs for FMU Theatre Department. This is his first semester working at FMU.

[Photo] Professor Spotlight: Jared Cole

November 2, 2017
An FMU student participates in the distracted driving simulation during the Oct. 23 event.

[Photo] Students learn about distracted driving

November 2, 2017
Oliver Drakenhammer adjusts to life in the U.S. by striving to be the best he can be on the soccer field and the classroom.

[Photo] Meet the Athletes: Oliver Drakenhammar

November 2, 2017
Lee Nursing Building

[Photo] FMU begins doctoral program

October 19, 2017
Student Spotlight

[Photo] Student promotes acceptance, equality

October 19, 2017
Professor Spotlight

[Photo] Professor Spotlight: Dr. Erica James

October 19, 2017
Black Box Play

[Photo] FMU Black Box presents one-man show

October 19, 2017
Senior theatre arts major Malcolm Parker hopes to use his talent and passion for acting to help and connect with others.

[Photo] Student uses drama to inspire others

October 5, 2017
Athlete Spotlight

[Photo] Meet the Athletes: Devin Nelson

October 5, 2017
Professor David Baxley hopes to help students pursuing a career in journalism. He is the faculty advisor for the Student Media Association.

[Photo] Professor Spotlight: David Baxley

October 5, 2017
Associate Professor of History William Bolt publishes his first book, “Tariff Wars and the Politics of Jacksonian America.”

[Photo] Professor pens book about American tariffs

October 5, 2017
Dr. Alissa Warters will spend part of this academic school year at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington to conduct research on administration departments in higher education.

[Photo] Associate provost receives leadership fellowship

September 21, 2017
Director of Dooley Planetarium Dr. Jeannette Myers works to improve planetarium shows and give audiences the best experience possible.

[Photo] Professor Spotlight: Dr. Jeannette Myers

September 21, 2017
Student Media Association is an organization that focuses on media-related issues and networking.

[Photo] Clubs, organizations meet new members

September 21, 2017
Athlete Spotlight

[Photo] Meet the Athletes: Janine Gordon

September 21, 2017
Students look at the art by Vilas Tonape and Kate Furman that is on display in the Hyman Fine Arts Center. The gallery focuses on the use of human form and natural elements.

[Photo] Gallery presents artists of the Carolinas

September 21, 2017
FMU cancels classes in preparation for Hurricane Irma. The campus remains undamaged from the storm.

[Photo] FMU prepares for Hurricane Irma: Hurricane path shifts to miss South Carolina

Lauren Owens, Editor-in-Chief
September 21, 2017
Water Play Field Day

[Photo] Students beat the heat with water games

August 31, 2017
Putt-Putt Mingle

[Photo] Intramural sports hosts Putt-Putt Mingle

August 31, 2017
Professor Spotlight

[Photo] Professor Spotlight: Dr. Rebecca Flannagan

August 31, 2017
Old Post Office

[Photo] FMU starts community clinics, serves underserved population

August 31, 2017
Nursing Building

[Photo] FMU nursing receives grant, improves diversity

August 31, 2017
Move-in Day

[Photo] Freshmen, transfers move to campus

August 31, 2017
BCM Cookout

[Photo] BCM cooks out, offers games

August 31, 2017
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