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Furman University welcomes SoCon men’s basketball champions ahead of NCAA Selection Sunday

The Paladins received a warm welcome at Timmons Arena as Furman fans prepare for the start of March Madness.

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Furman welcomes data science and Olympic luminaries examining data’s impact on swimming and beyond

The data of sports is big business that has bigger impacts on more than athletics. On March 12, Furman welcomes two Olympians and a world-renowned mathematician to discuss their collaborative work in data analytics.

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News outlets celebrate Furman’s SoCon Tournament victory

News outlets share in the jubilation following Furman's upset of ETSU in the Southern Conference Tournament final. Next up: The NCAA Tournament, Furman's first bid since 2023.

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KQED turns to Furman’s Vinson for insights on California governor’s race

Furman politics watcher Danielle Vinson says voters are increasingly turning to national and social media channels to shape their choices, particularly in the California governor's race. San Francisco public radio station KQED airs her comments.

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Undergrads get hands-on medical experience through engaged learning program

The Healthcare Today Engaged Learning Program lets Furman University first-year students share a writing seminar and connect with community healthcare partners to learn about a variety of medical careers.

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Furman’s Innovation Lab mentioned in UBJ

Furman's Innovation Lab is mentioned in an Upstate Business Journal article about entrepreneur and Greenville native Mick Hunt. The Innovation Lab is located in the Crescent Startup Community off Poinsett Highway.

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Hill Institute among recipients of Commerce Department’s Relentless Challenge grants

Upstate Business Journal reports winners of the SC Department of Commerce's Relentless Challenge grants. The Hill Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship is among three Upstate recipients and 14 winners statewide.

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Furman’s Megan Richmond comments on medical billing errors

The Institute for the Advancement of Community Health's Richmond speaks with Diane Lee of WSPA 7News about medical billing errors, which impact up to 80% of health care consumers.

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Axios CEO Jim VandeHei and wife Autumn ’94 visit Furman University

The VandeHeis brought their expertise to Furman to share with students, faculty and alumni at multiple events, discussing the AI landscape and healthcare advocacy.

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Politics expert Brent Nelsen reacts to State of the Union address

Furman politics expert Brent Nelsen says SOTU addresses tend to be more about show than substance especially during a midterm election year. He speaks with FOX Carolina News about a range of topics including U.S....

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Riley Institute highlights after-school policy fellowship and network

Members of these programs shared stories of how they leveraged the experience to advocate for after-school efforts in their communities.

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Jodi Tovay ’05 wins Podcast of the Year at 2026 Ambies for “Wisecrack”

Communication studies alum Jodi Tovey '05 and her podcast team recently won Podcast of the Year at the 2026 Ambies for "Wisecrack," the story of comedian Edd Hedges and his wild encounter with murder and...

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