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Student Spotlight: Oliver Smith (MASD ’23)

Oliver Smith, a Furman University M.A. in Strategic Design student from Seattle, Washington discusses their introduction into the field of design and the support, mentorship and cooperation he has experienced while studying in the program....

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Is the M.A. in Strategic Design the Right Program for You?

Choosing the right graduate program to set you up for a creative career can be an intimidating decision to make. Everyone wants to ensure that they are on a successful career path, but the stigma...

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Graduates Gain Insight on Careers in Healthcare Through Community Engaged Medicine Seminar

Connecting students with practical applications of effective community healthcare is at the heart of Furman University’s M.S. in Community Engaged Medicine (MSCEM). Through a semesterly healthcare seminar course, students have the opportunity to hear from...

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International Student Spotlight: Simran Goel Shares About Her Experience in the M.A. in Strategic Design Program

Simran Goel, a Furman University M.A. in Strategic Design student from New Delhi, India discusses her transition from her undergraduate education in India to her graduate experiences in the United States in an interview with...

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Alumni Spotlight: Aaron Lapkin- M.A. in Teaching

Furman Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) alumni and psychology teacher at Berea High School, Aaron Lapkin, sits with the Graduate Studies Department to discuss how Furman’s MAT program prepared him for his teaching career. ...

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An Introduction to the M.A. in Advocacy & Equity Studies

Dr. Shaniece Criss, the director of Furman University’s new Master of Arts in Advocacy and Equity Studies program, explains the role that the program will be playing in the community through partnerships, student work, student...

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Diversity of Perspective in the M.S. in Community Engaged Medicine

At Furman University, we value diversity in our education, and we seek to ensure our graduate cohorts contain various perspectives to generate an advantageous educational experience unique from other schools. Specifically, Furman’s Masters of Science...

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Q&A with M.A. in Advocacy & Equity Studies Director, Dr. Shaniece Criss

Dr. Shaniece Criss, the director of Furman University’s new Master of Arts in Advocacy and Equity Studies program, sat with the graduate studies department to discuss her undergraduate and graduate experiences, career, the intersection between...

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Q&A with M.S. in Community Engaged Medicine Director, Dr. Rachael Bowers

Community Engaged Medicine director, Dr. Rachael Bowers, sat with Furman University’s Graduate Studies department to talk about her educational experience, call to social work, professional background, and history with Furman.  As an Anthropology and History...

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A Look Into the Career of a Local Brand Strategist

Strategic Thought Leader, Tiffany Williams, of Tōdem teaches Brand Strategy and Creative Thinking for Furman University’s Master of Arts in Strategic Design (MASD) program. She has answered some of our questions about the branding world,...

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Furman Now Offering an Online/Hybrid Educational Specialist Degree

With a reputation spanning over 100 years, Furman University has a storied history of preparing educators to lead in South Carolina schools. With a growing demand for more online course offerings following the Covid-19 pandemic,...

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Q&A with Strategic Design Instructor Tiffany Williams

Strategic Thought Leader, Tiffany Williams, of Tōdem is teaching a class in Brand Strategy and Creative Thinking for Furman University’s Master of Arts in Strategic Design program. Here is a look into Williams’s involvement with...

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