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The Portfolio Difference: How Furman’s MASD Program Prepares Designers to Stand Out
Grace Van Rij remembers the moment she first heard about the Master of Arts in Strategic Design (MASD). The program first caught her eye during her undergraduate years at Furman. Even without an art background, she immediately knew it was the right fit. Anne Heaton Sanders knew from an early age...
Continue ReadingLeaning in to Innovation and Leadership: Tara’s Story
Tara Weese has spent her career pouring into others. As a leadership development consultant, business owner, mentor, facilitator, wife, and mom, she showed up fully for everyone around her, which left little room to be...
Continue ReadingA Professional Certificate That Opened the Door to Graduate School
When Julia Sellers finished her first year with AmeriCorps, she knew she wanted to keep learning and growing as a professional. But she wasn’t sure she was ready to commit to graduate school. A professional...
Continue ReadingInnovating Beyond the Classroom: Ashley’s MSIL Journey
Ashley Dickson-Ellison’s journey into podcasting began as a way to have thoughtful conversations about books. After 17 years in the classroom, most of them spent teaching high school English, Ashley and two fellow teachers launched...
Continue ReadingWhy Furman University is the Place to Learn School Leadership
If you’re ready to take your impact beyond the classroom, Furman University’s Master of Arts in Education in School Leadership or Educational Specialist in School Leadership programs are designed to help you lead with confidence...
Continue ReadingDesigning Your Own Path: The Personalized Experience of the MASD Program
The Master of Arts in Strategic Design (MASD) program is built on the understanding that every student’s path is unique. Whether balancing full‑time careers, family responsibilities or a desire to accelerate into the design field...
Continue ReadingFind your passion with a Master of Arts in Advocacy and Social Policy Graduate Degree
The Master of Arts in Advocacy and Social Policy equips students to become effective advocates and leaders at every level, “from grassroots to grass tops,” as Shaniece Criss, director of the program, explains. The program...
Continue ReadingStay Competitive with a Furman Graduate Certificate
In today’s competitive world, having in-demand skills can be a compelling factor in climbing the career ladder or securing a spot as a top candidate for a new role. Emerging technology means it’s even more...
Continue ReadingMSIL Program a Touchdown for Twin Football Players
Joshua and Jordan Burrell have played football together since second grade. Football has always been a passion for the twin brothers, who went on to play football together at Blythewood High School in their hometown...
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