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Fair works with clinic that provides ‘human-centered care’

IACH's Melissa Fair cites statistics that demand non-judgmental, trauma-informed care for expectant mothers with SUD. The aim of Magdelene Clinic is to retain families and demonstrate that patients are making strides toward recovery.

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Jalen Slawson drafted in NBA’s second round

Jalen Slawson '23 became the first Furman Paladin to be selected in the NBA draft since 1984, going in the second round to the Sacramento Kings.

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Alumnus brings space to life as NASA Solar System Ambassador

Ray Garner ’18 shared his galactic passions in several community talks as an astronomy graduate student in Ohio – and he has no plans to stop once he gets to Texas.

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Vinson speculates on presidential primary candidates

If the South Carolina Republican Presidential Primary were held today, how would current candidates rank? Danielle Vinson offers her thoughts on the what-if scenario in The State.

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Curtis steps in as head coach of Furman Women’s Basketball

Longtime coach Pierre Curtis takes the reins at Furman as head coach of Women's Basketball. Local TV stations cover the press conference.

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A champion for truth, justice and democracy

Temidayo Aganga-Williams ’08 felt a unique weight in his work as senior investigative counsel for the House Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack.

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Furman grad DeSantis in CNBC story about freelancing

CNBC interviewed alumnus Nathaniel DeSantis '19 about his decision to work for himself.

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Furman’s Sam Lape ’23 advances to NCAA Championship

Several news outlets reported on senior Sam Lape whose final round in the NCAA Salem Regional catapulted him to a 2nd-place finish and a spot in the NCAA Championship.

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Phenomenal phenocam: Capturing effects of climate change

Looming 351 feet high atop Paladin Stadium is a camera that records changes in tree canopy over time. The images from Furman become part of a trove of data showing seasonal variations of diverse ecosystems...

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Gallery: Commencement 2023

More than 500 students crossed the stage to receive diplomas during Furman’s 197th year.

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Alumnus is bringing communities – and generations – together

Ezra Hall ’19 went from volunteer adopted grandson to director of philanthropy and engagement at The Woodlands at Furman, and now he’s working to strengthen the ties that bind his former school to his current...

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Dins Day 2023 raises over $1.4 million

This year, 2,339 alumni, students, parents and friends of the university contributed 3,000+ gifts totaling $1,433,873 toward student scholarships, academics, Paladin athletics, institutes and student experiences.

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