Elizabeth Davis became Furman University’s 12th President on July 1, 2014. Under her leadership, the university has instituted The Furman Advantage, a distinctive vision for higher education that combines learning with immersive experiences outside the classroom, creating a personalized pathway that prepares students for lives of purpose, successful careers and community benefit. The groundbreaking effort, which has received more than $52.5 million in support from The Duke Endowment, was launched in October 2016.
Office of the President
President Elizabeth Davis
Biography of Furman's 12th President.
We see clearly the promise of setting Furman apart in higher education and preparing our students as never before to be agents of inspiration, leadership and change in the world.
President's Report
The President’s Report provides a detailed look into the university’s admissions, athletics, diversity, equity and inclusion efforts, community impact, development, and its signature approach to education, The Furman Advantage.
Pathways
Finding your life’s purpose – your true, authentic calling – does not happen alone. It takes a community, a feeling that you belong, the space and opportunity to explore, and the guidance of mentors who encourage deep reflection.
Begin with Belonging
Now more than ever, how we treat each other and care for our communities must be guided and driven by our values.
Resilient Together
The ability to bounce back, to weather stress and to be better for it – at Furman, resilience means all of these things.
Reflecting on Our Calling
Reflection powers The Furman Advantage, and it drives the change, growth and understanding that our students experience in their four years at Furman.
Communications
Welcome to the 2023-2024 academic year
August 18, 2023
Leadership Group to Focus DEIB Efforts
August 15, 2023
Supreme Court Decision on Affirmative Action
June 29, 2023
Inaugural Address
Elizabeth Davis became Furman University’s 12th President on July 1, 2014.
The President's Home
Constructed in 1957, White Oaks serves as home to the president and was bequeathed to Furman in 1992 by Homozel Mickel Daniel.
Presidential Appearance Request Form
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Staff
The President's staff supports her office and the Board of Trustees.