Task Force on Slavery and Justice

With the support of the board, president and provost, the Task Force on Slavery and Justice was formed in the spring of 2017 to examine Furman University’s historical connections to slavery and to help Furman better understand and learn from its past. This pursuit builds upon Furman’s principles as an academic institution that embraces liberal arts and sciences ideals, including a high regard for human value, reflection, innovation, and ceaseless accuracy. The process has been guided by scholarship and undergraduate research in communication studies, history, sociology and sustainability, among others, and led by students, faculty, staff and alumni. Comments or questions may be shared at slavery.justice@furman.edu.

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Media Coverage

Seeking Abraham Report

Seeking Abraham Report

The Task Force on Slavery and Justice’s report on Furman’s historical connections to slavery.

The Seeking Abraham Project

The Seeking Abraham Project

Inspired by Abraham, a former slave of James C. Furman, the Seeking Abraham Project investigates the university’s historical connections with slavery.

Joseph Allen Vaughn

Joseph Allen Vaughn

Read our biography of Furman's first Black student.

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