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Beth Pontari Named VP of Academic Affairs and Provost
Pontari was a key leader in developing The Furman Advantage and the underlying Pathways Program. She started her career at Furman in 2001 as an assistant professor of psychology. Her new role begins May. 1.
Continue ReadingErin Hahn receives Jim Smart Award
The award, from Furman's Cothran Center, pays tribute to faculty and staff who help students add depth and meaning to the life decisions they make while in college.
Continue ReadingU.S. Judge Thomas Cullen ’00 to Speak at Furman Commencement
As a U.S. attorney, Cullen oversaw prosecutions resulting from the August 2017 "Unite the Right" rally in Charlottesville, Virginia. He was appointed to the federal bench in September 2020.
Continue ReadingLeadership awards honor student legacies, impact
The Furman University Student Leadership Awards were presented April 7 in Younts Conference Center. Students were recognized in 15 categories; two student groups and two advisors were also recognized.
Continue ReadingLocal news turns to Brent Nelsen in wake of Iran’s strike on Israel
Nelsen speaks with news anchors about what Israel's options might be in response to Iran's attack and describes what the conflict could mean for the U.S. and the Middle East.
Continue ReadingFurman Engaged continues to highlight The Furman Advantage
A record number of students participated in this year's Furman Engaged, covering topics from piano music of Bohemia to cryptological warfare.
Continue ReadingIvan Agyaakwah talks investment banking internship at Furman Engaged
The soccer midfielder hopes to educate his peers on the potential careers in the field of investment banking.
Continue ReadingLocal news covers Justice Kaye Hearn’s talk about ‘A Woman’s Place’
Former State Supreme Court Justice Hearn spoke on campus March 27 in an event organized by The Riley Institute's Advance Team. FOX Carolina covered the panel.
Continue ReadingFurman Justice Forum lobbies for change on Capitol Hill
The students joined others from around the country to lobby Congress on issues related to the haunting legacy of American Indian boarding schools.
Continue ReadingFurman Engaged happens Friday with record number of students participating
Nearly 700 students will participate in this year's Furman Engaged. Other events, from the Paladin Pitch Competition to the groundbreaking for the Timmons Arena renovation, will be part of Spring Weekend.
Continue ReadingAnna Morgan joins set of ‘Access Carolina’
Anna Morgan fields several questions about the game of golf, how it's growing for women, tips on staying calm under pressure and what it's like to tee off in front of thousands when she makes...
Continue ReadingAlumnus, First Amendment Scholar Discusses Separation of Church and State
The separation of church and state has always been contentious, but the First Amendment is clear on the issue, Storslee said.
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