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An Afternoon Steeped in Elegance: FHU Associates Host A Victorian Tea Party

An Afternoon Steeped in Elegance: FHU Associates Host A Victorian Tea Party

Henderson, Tennessee – (May 7, 2024) – The Freed-Hardeman University Associates are once again inviting women and girls to don their finest summer dresses and perfect their pinky raises for “a unique event for tea lovers everywhere.” A Victorian Tea Party, hosted by the FHU Associates, will be held Saturday, May 18, from 12-4 p.m., at the historic Hardeman House at 307 White Avenue. Tickets may be purchased at fhu.edu/teaparty, and all proceeds will go towards FHU student scholarships. 

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FHU College of Business Celebrates Student Achievements with Chapel, Luncheon

FHU College of Business Celebrates Student Achievements with Chapel, Luncheon

Henderson, Tennessee — (May 2, 2024) — FHU College of Business held its annual Senior Awards Chapel and Luncheon to celebrate the academic achievements of students as they prepare for post-graduate life. Ten seniors and one graduate student were recognized for their work in several disciplines including accounting, marketing, management, business analytics, finance, financial planning and sport administration. In addition, six undergraduates received the Sewell Scholarship, which awards a rising sophomore, junior or senior with a minimum 3.0 grade point average with a $5,000 scholarship ($2,500 a semester). Recipients must demonstrate leadership, integrity and professionalism. “Deciding these awards is never easy,” Dr. Matt Vega, dean of the College of Business, said. “We’re so thankful for all of your efforts. We know whatever your next chapter is, you will not only glorify us, but you will glorify God.” 

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FHU Recognizes Outstanding Student Achievements During Awards Day Presentations

FHU Recognizes Outstanding Student Achievements During Awards Day Presentations

Henderson, Tennessee – (May 2, 2024) – As another academic year draws to a close, Freed-Hardeman University paused to recognize some of its highest achieving students in various fields during special Awards Day chapel presentations April 16 and 17. FHU professors and staff members, each representing a different field of work or study, took to the Loyd Auditorium stage during these two days to celebrate the accomplishments of more than 60 dedicated students. 

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Senior Students Chosen to Represent University as Mr. and Miss FHU

Senior Students Chosen to Represent University as Mr. and Miss FHU

Henderson, Tennessee – (April 26, 2024) – After a vote by the student body, Freed-Hardeman University announced the winners of Mr. and Miss FHU 2024 during a special chapel presentation held Thursday, April 25. Will Rawson, from Alamo, Tennessee, was named Mr. FHU, while Anniston McCall, from Winter Garden, Florida, was named Miss FHU.

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FHU Analytics Team Clinches Third Consecutive DataFest Win

FHU Analytics Team Clinches Third Consecutive DataFest Win

Henderson, Tennessee — (April 25, 2024) — For the third consecutive year, Freed-Hardeman’s analytics teams brought home honors, this time at the Bluegrass DataFest held in late April at Eastern Kentucky University in Richmond, Kentucky. In this competition, students had 48 hours to evaluate a complex, real-world dataset and present their findings.

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FHU’s Trailblazing Educators Lead Tennessee Teacher Education Associations

FHU’s Trailblazing Educators Lead Tennessee Teacher Education Associations

Henderson, Tennessee — (April 25, 2024) — In a highly unusual step, both of Tennessee’s professional organizations for teacher education have chosen their presidents from the same university. Freed-Hardeman university’s dean of the College of Education and Behavioral Sciences and the chair of the Department of Education have taken the reins of the two organizations.

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FHU Announces New Computer Engineering Program, Launching Fall of 2024

FHU Announces New Computer Engineering Program, Launching Fall of 2024

Henderson, Tennessee – (April 24, 2024) – Freed-Hardeman University will offer a new computer engineering program in the fall of 2024, providing students with the opportunity to enter a first cohort for a Bachelor of Science in engineering with a concentration in computer engineering. Students of this cohort will be among the first to take advantage of the new ATPI Center for Computer Science and Digital Innovation, coming in the fall of 2025. The Center is named in honor of Albert and Treva Brown and Philip and Irene Kopel, the parents of John and Rosemary Brown, whose donations made the Center a reality.

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