When Joseph Vaughn enrolled at Furman in 1965, he put the university on a path toward becoming a more diverse and inclusive community. Today, the university is committed to meaningful diversity and equality. Furman’s student body represents 44 states, 47 countries and many different cultural, religious, sexual, gendered and intellectual backgrounds.
As we commemorate the anniversary of Furman enrolling its first African-American students, the university continues to integrate the value of diversity into the fabric of campus life.
Through a wide range of student organizations and multicultural programs, Furman seeks to build a community that upholds the inherent worth of individuals in an atmosphere of mutual respect, trust, and civility.