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Becoming a Literacy Leader: Marie’s Story

Early in my teaching career, I was certain I would spend my entire professional life in my own classroom. Even after nineteen years, what I cherish most are the relationships I build with students, especially...

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Opening Doors with Literacy: Johnna’s Journey

One of the things I most believe in is that literacy opens doors to opportunities and fulfillment in life in ways that few other skills can. It’s true that good reading, writing and speaking are...

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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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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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From Learner to Leader: The Journey of Furman Alumnus, Matthew Critell, in School Leadership

In the hallways of Bethel Elementary, Matthew Critell strides with purpose, his commitment to education recognizable in every interaction. But how did he arrive at this pivotal role as principal? On the Go Further podcast,...

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Furman University’s Go Further Podcast Wraps Up Season 3

[caption id="attachment_540" align="alignright" width="318"] Go Further cohost, Graduate Assistant, and Master of Arts in Strategic Design student, Simran Goel.[/caption] Furman University's Go Further podcast wrapped up last semester (fall 2023) with a solid season finale,...

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Furman University Graduate Assistantship: Looking Forward with Graduate Assistants

In the diverse landscape of higher education at Furman University, the role of a graduate assistant is not just a job, but an immersive experience that paves the way for future success. It offers a...

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Career Pathways from Furman University’s M.A.Ed. & MAT Graduate Programs

Are you a graduate student contemplating your career path in education? Furman University's Graduate Studies offers an array of master’s degree programs, each tailored to specific areas of expertise. In a recent episode of Furman...

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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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