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Furman research, data inform series on income, housing gaps

Reporters turn to research by Furman University to shed light on a growing chasm of income and housing disparity in the City of Greenville.

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New members begin terms on Board of Trustees

The Furman University Board of Trustees welcomed several new, returning and emeritus trustees during its Fall 2022 meeting.

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Economist, farmer weigh in on nationwide increase in egg prices

Economist Jason Jones says it's a simple case of supply and demand that explains steep egg prices across the country.

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New York City public schools ban access to AI tool that could help students cheat

Reports that New York City public schools will ban ChatGPT spur a new wave of media coverage for the AI technology and a fresh cycle of media coverage for Furman's Darren Hick, among the first...

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Five life lessons from Riley’s 90 remarkable years

Richard W. Riley ’54, former South Carolina governor, former U.S. secretary of education and current chief inspiration officer of The Riley Institute, reflects on the importance of public education, positive thinking and a good breakfast.

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Furman’s Harris, Reid named to All-SoCon Faculty and Staff Team

The All-SoCon Faculty and Staff Team is composed of two representatives each from all 10 member schools in the conference.

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Sec. Dick Riley looks forward to 10th decade

Furman alumnus Sec. Richard Riley celebrates with friends and family and speaks about his life in public service.

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Former SC governor turns 90, looks back on life, reaching highest level of public service

Upon his 90th birthday, Furman alumnus, former South Carolina Governor and U.S. Secretary of State Richard W. Riley reflects on his life before, during and after his 38-year career in public office.

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‘Flood of cheating’: Expert warns new tool will be a game changer for cheaters

A Facebook post by Darren Hick, Furman assistant professor of philosophy, sets off a firestorm of media coverage about plagiarism, bots, AI and choppy waters ahead for professors and university administrators everywhere.

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Department of Music announces spring concert lineup

Guest artists and Furman faculty and students present recitals, concerts and master classes in 2023. All Department of Music events are open to the public. Most are free of charge.

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The Anglesey coach who had a key role in Morocco’s World Cup success

Osian Roberts was named Southern Conference Player of the Year in 1986 and 1988 when he played for Furman Men's Soccer. He would later become technical director of the squad that made it to the...

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Greenville picked up the pace on affordable housing in 2022. What’s next?

In an article about Greenville Housing Fund's progress toward tackling a widening housing affordability gap, journalist Conor Hughes taps the expertise of Furman's Ken Kolb.

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