Welcome! The Faculty Development Center engages, supports, and celebrates Furman’s academic community as a collaborative hub of holistic professional growth throughout the career lifecycle. Our programs and opportunities help colleagues develop evidence-based pedagogical practice, advance scholarship, and clarify unique contributions and values with a focus on wellbeing in keeping with Furman’s commitment to the Okanagan Charter.

Please explore our resources, events, and opportunities below and contact us to connect by requesting a consultation or sending us a note at [email protected].

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Workshops & Programs

Build community and learn about evidence-based approaches to teaching and learning.

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Faculty Resources

Browse our resources for just-in-time teaching, advising, and The Furman Advantage.

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Funding & Support Services

We offer a suite of grants and support services that advance the strategic goals of the university.

Your Faculty Career

Your Faculty Career

Align your professional activities and personal fulfillment throughout the academic lifecycle with these resources.

FDC Blog

Messy Before Neat: Tending Learning in the Last Third of the Semester
[caption id="attachment_4729" align="alignright" width="453"] Diane's yard in progress[/caption] Growing up in central Florida had its perks--some more surprising than others. Among these, are the  ubiquitous (and dangerous for tag football
What We Heard at AAC&U’s Conference on AI and Higher Education
Last week, Lori Alvin, Sarah Cochran, Courtney Firman-Watkins, and Magdelyn Helwig attended AAC&U’s Conference on AI and Higher Education, where Furman presented three sessions. Courtney presented “AI Supporting Autonomy and
Teaching Tips with Carole Salmon
In this month’s Teaching Tips, Carole Salmon shares her creative approach to experiential learning – pairing local events and speakers with pedagogical structures to facilitate students’ deeper reflection and cultural

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