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Furman Board of Trustees approves faculty promotions and tenure

The Furman University Board of Trustees approved promotions and tenure for a number of faculty members during its spring meeting in May. All recommendations for promotion and tenure are effective Aug. 1, 2026.

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Mary-Mitchell Campbell ’96 embraces the “what ifs” through a positive lens

The Tony-award winning musical director, volunteer and nonprofit advocate brought a message she has been living since graduating Furman to the Class of 2026.

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News sources cover Elizabeth Davis’ plans to conclude presidency

Several news outlets run the story about President Davis' plans to step down. Furman's 12th president will finish her leadership role after the 2026-27 academic year. Davis' announcement coincides with the university's 200th anniversary this...

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Furman University President Elizabeth Davis Announces Plans to Conclude Presidency at End of 2026–27 Academic Year

Davis to lead Furman through bicentennial year and into its third century; Board of Trustees to launch national search.

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Trustee Emeritus Baxter Wynn receives Order of the Palmetto

Baxter is a retired pastor who has spent decades of his life championing education, affordable housing, hospice care and civic unity.

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Dins Day 2026 raises more than $1.3M for Furman University

More than 3,700 people contributed gifts to over 150 funds during the annual giving campaign.

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Furman alum, ‘SNL’ star Victoria Jackson writes book about faith, humor and mortality

In the late 1970s, Jackson attended Furman where she discovered her love for acting. Now facing health issues, she writes a book including decades of poetry, artwork, photography (including her signature handstands) and personal stories.

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Shon Herrick named Vice President for Development

Herrick served as interim vice president of Development before being named Furman's new vice president of Development.

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Student Commencement Address by Jackson Tyler Price ’26

Price will pursue a master’s degree in business administration at Babson College in Boston this fall, but at commencement he reflected on the moments at Furman that taught him to slow down and enjoy the...

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Furman honors students, faculty and retirees at 2026 commencement

Furman University honored students, faculty, staff and retirees at the May 9 commencement ceremony for the Class of 2026.

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Furman graduates 560 from the Class of 2026 in its Bicentennial year

With 200 years of history behind them, the Class of 2026 celebrated the next chapter of their lives surrounded by peers, mentors, loved ones and supporters in Paladin Stadium.

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Commencement Address by Mary-Mitchell Campbell ’96, musician and volunteer

Campbell is an acclaimed arranger, educator and orchestrator who has excelled across companies from Broadway stages to arena performances and beyond. She has a bachelor's of music in piano performance from Furman University and later...

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