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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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Start With What’s Strong.

What if one small shift in thinking could transform your team—and possibly your entire organization? When we set out to improve our organizations, we typically focus on deficits: what’s missing or wrong with individuals, teams,...

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Tara Katz, MS-CEM ’24 Hooding Ceremony Speech

New Master of Science in Community Engaged Medicine graduate Tara Katz was selected by her classmates to speak on their behalf at the Graduate Studies Hooding Ceremony on December 18, 2024. To follow is Tara's...

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Industry Tour: MASD Gets to Know EP+Co

Students of Furman’s Master of Arts in Strategic Design (MASD) don’t just graduate with an impressive portfolio and a strong network of industry connections. Throughout the program, they build valuable relationships with industry professionals, gaining...

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Simran Goel, MASD ’24 Hooding Ceremony Speech

On May 3, 2024, the Office of Graduate Studies held a Hooding Ceremony to honor our 2024 graduates and their amazing accomplishments. Simran Goel was chosen by members of her Master of Arts in Strategic...

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J. Ashli Neal, MS-CEM ’24 Hooding Ceremony Speech

On May 3, 2024, the Office of Graduate Studies held a Hooding Ceremony to honor our 2024 graduates and their amazing accomplishments. Students in the Master of Science in Community Engaged Medicine chose J. Ashli...

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Finding Balance: A Mindful Approach to Burnout and Stress for Graduate Students

In the hustle and bustle of academia, where deadlines are critical and expectations run high, burnout can creep up on even the most dedicated graduate students. In a recent episode of the Go Further podcast...

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The Power of Public Narratives: Insights From Dr. Kylie Fisher

Public narratives, those ubiquitous stories shaping our collective understanding, are more than just tales. They're the threads weaving through the fabric of our society, influencing perceptions, beliefs and even the course of history itself. In...

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