Letter From the Editor: Taking time for a big celebration
Looking back on a 200-year history is a major reason to celebrate, and with all that the Bicentennial issue of Furman magazine offers, there is a lot to be excited about.
Spring 2026 Issue
Letter From the President: Furman endures across centuries
A letter from Furman president Elizabeth Davis outlines the many ways alumni and supporters make Furman University better.
Letter From the Editor: Taking time for a big celebration
A letter from Furman Director of Editorial Content, Jake Grove
The Comeback
On the Hunt for History
Take a stroll through Furman University's history by exploring campus and finding hidden gems of historic significance. And when you finish, find your way to Trone Student Center for a special prize.
Notes from the Field
Paladin Pride
The evolution of Furman University mascots is varied, sometime strange and always inspiring.
All Magazine Articles
Letter From the President: Furman endures across centuries
A reflection on all Furman has accomplished requires a steady approach to what comes next.
From the Alumni Office: What does it mean to be truly engaged?
Alumni are among the most important parts of any university, but what makes one engaged and how can the institution make that engagement easy for its graduates?
Class Notes Spring 2026
Furman University alumni have an impact on lives all over the world and provide updates on themselves and their families.
Notable Obituaries Spring 2026
Paladin Pride
The evolution of Furman University mascots is varied, sometime strange and always inspiring.
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EDITOR
Jake Grove
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Katherine Irvin
ART DIRECTORS
Chris Turner
Kaylee Welgraven
UX & DIGITAL
Prathyeka Reddy Anugu
DESIGNER
Cara Sanders Robb
SENIOR WRITER
Damian Dominguez
PHOTOGRAPHERS
Nathan Gray
Owen Withycombe
CONTRIBUTORS
Lillia Callum-Penso
Elizabeth Davis
Jeremy Fleming ’08
Jennifer Jones
Nick Radel
Ford Riddle ’12
Brad Senkiw
Mary Sheehan ’28
Evan Talbert ’17
Courtney Tollison ’99
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Editor’s note: Furman magazine signifies master’s degrees and honorary doctorates conferred by Furman as M and H, respectively, with the year for each appearing to their right.