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A 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...

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Innovating 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...

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Why 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...

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Designing 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...

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Empowering Literacy Leaders: Online M.A.Ed. in Literacy at Furman University

Written by Katie Kelly Strong literacy instruction transforms lives—it empowers learners, opens doors and creates pathways for lifelong learning and success. Furman University’s online Master of Education (MA.Ed.) with a concentration in Literacy advances educators’...

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My Journey from Music Education to Advocacy

By Cole Summey, Master of Arts in Advocacy and Social Policy Student Why I Chose Furman Furman was one of my top choices for undergrad years ago. Growing up in Greenville, I came to campus...

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Bridging Scholarship and Service: Exploring Community-Engaged Medicine

Written by Jody Teel How do we move from understanding health disparities to creating real change? The Healthcare Seminar on Community-Engaged Medicine challenges students to answer that question through hands-on learning, reflection and collaboration. Designed...

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Find 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...

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Stay 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...

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Former Marine One crewman advocates for fellow veterans

Furman University recently highlighted Brandon Parks M’25, a Marine Corps veteran, a first-generation college graduate, one of four children and part of the first cohort to earn degrees in Furman University’s Advocacy and Social Policy master’s...

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MSIL 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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Community Engaged Medicine Program Fosters Curiosity in Student

For as long as she can remember, Eva fostered a deep curiosity for the sciences. As a three-year-old, she would flip through her children’s anatomy book, captivated by the systems of the human body. She...

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