philosophy
Why study Plato?
FEBRUARY 28, 2012 Why is Plato, an ancient Greek philosopher, still relevant today? Catherine Zuckert, Nancy Reeves Dreux Professor of Political Science at the University of Notre Dame and Editor-in-Chief of The Review of Politics,...
Continue ReadingPhilosopher, theologian Philip Clayton to speak in “Faith & Reason” series
OCTOBER 8, 2012 by Tina T. Underwood, Contributing Writer Distinguished philosopher and theologian Philip Clayton will speak at Furman on Tuesday, Oct. 16 at 7 p.m. in Younts Conference Center. His talk, “From Quantum to Consciousness:...
Continue ReadingGrant from ARC supports poverty studies internships
DECEMBER 1, 2012 by Tina Underwood, Contributing Writer Mere steps from campus is harsh evidence of the more than 15 percent of Greenville County residents living at or below the poverty line, or the one...
Continue ReadingFaculty playing larger role in student recruiting
Furman faculty play an integral role in student recruiting. They make telephone calls, attend out-of-town receptions and even invite prospective students and parents into their classrooms. This kind of personal attention makes Furman distinctive and...
Continue ReadingIs global capitalism the solution to world poverty?
NOVEMBER 17, 2011 By Summer Woods '14, Contributing Writer What if there were a country with a government that placed no limits on industry? Andrew Bernstein, a philosopher and author, asked this question during a...
Continue ReadingFurman loses three stalwart professors
During a seven-week period in February and March, the university community was saddened by the deaths of three current and former members of the Department of Modern Languages and Literatures: emeriti Carey S. Crantford and...
Continue ReadingFurman Professor Simmons Named to Inaugural All-SoCon Faculty Team
Furman philosophy professor J. Aaron Simmons, Ph.D., has been named to the inaugural All-Southern Conference Faculty Team, the league announced Monday. Representatives from all 10 member schools were recognized by the league. The recipients shared demonstrated service...
Continue ReadingDuke Endowment awards grant to Support Student Scholarships
Furman has received a $22.3 million grant from The Duke Endowment to strengthen and support one of the University’s premier merit scholarship programs. The grant includes $22 million for the University’s endowment to augment Furman’s James...
Continue ReadingEmily Wirzba ’13 addresses climate action resolution
An article by Emily Wirzba ’13 was recently published in The Hill in support of a recent House Republican resolution on climate change, calling it “a strong vehicle to carry within Congress a renewed spirit of bipartisan dialogue...
Continue ReadingSturgeon goes intergenerational
At the ripe old age of 19, Furman sophomore Christina Sturgeon is already “grappling with the idea of getting older.” How does she do it? By not forgetting the past. During her freshman year, the...
Continue ReadingMaking the spring term Dean’s List
Among the more prestigious honors that Furman students can earn during their time at the university is being named to the Dean's List. Those making the grade for the 2015 spring term represent 40 states, the District...
Continue ReadingTrustees approve faculty promotions, tenure
During its spring meeting Saturday, the Furman Board of Trustees approved promotions and/or tenure for 12 faculty members and granted emeritus status to six professors who are retiring this summer. The trustees also recognized the...
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