Mission Statement
Mobilizing alumni leaders to cultivate lifelong engagement and advance Furman’s future.
Vision
The Furman Alumni Board mobilizes passionate graduates to champion Furman’s mission and advance its strategic priorities as trusted mentors, bold advocates, and mission-aligned investors.
In partnership with University leadership, the Board strengthens connections among alumni and students, ensuring Furman thrives for generations to come.
Board members bring this vision to life through three core commitments:
Mentors – We connect.
- Cultivate meaningful relationships with students and alumni
- Support career networking and mentoring initiatives
- Partner with local FAN Club leaders to strengthen regional engagement
- Amplify Furman’s story in professional and personal networks
Advocates – We serve.
- Lead signature initiatives aligned with University priorities
- Offer strategic insight and perspective to University leadership
- Serve as visible ambassadors for Furman’s mission and future
Investors – We give.
- Strive for 100% Board giving participation annually
- Champion philanthropic support for University priorities
- Model a culture of generosity and stewardship
To nominate yourself or a peer for membership, complete this form.
Alumni Board Officers
- Stowe Barber ’94, President
- Lynn DeLeo-Totaro ’75, Vice President
- Damon Bradley ’94, Secretary
Alumni Board Members
- Amer Ahmad ’06
- Matthew Alexander ’09
- Jon Amsler ’82
- Stowe Barber ’94
- Damon Bradley ’94
- Carrie Bryant ’87
- Sarah Budd ’13
- Jay Burks ’89
- Dixon Dabbs ’09
- Jeff Davis ’79
- Lynn DeLeo-Totaro ’75
- Monica Dongre ’07
- Jason Ensley ’94
- Jerome Felton ’08
- John Ferguson ’09
- Jason Grant ’93
- Becky Hash ’67
- Charles Hunter ’84
- Jairy Hunter ’89
- Mike Kaufman ’73
- Charles Kay ’64
- Les Knight ’76
- Deborah LaRoche ’95
- Leah Long ’86
- Leonardo McClarty ’96
- Michael Proulx ’97
- Carol Ransone ’76
- Susan Robbins ’73
- Jeffrey Salmon ’72, P ’20
- Andrew Smith ’84
- Jessica Taylor ’07
- Carrie Thompson ’94
- Andrew Trull ’10
- Autumn VandeHei ’94
- Christine Winn ’90
- Sheronda Witter ’08
Emeritus Members
- Ki Moore Curtis ’69
- John Plyler ’56
- Harry Shucker ’66
For more information about the Alumni Board, please email [email protected] or call 864-294-3464.