education

Paul L. Thomas pushes back on third grade retention practices

Furman's Paul Thomas explains why holding back third graders for not passing standardized reading tests is not in the best interest of children.

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‘Barbie’ CLP explores diverse perspectives on cultural phenomenon

Was the blockbuster movie of summer 2023 a subversive takedown of the patriarchy or a marketing ploy to sell dolls? More than 200 students and faculty gathered for the conversation.

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Summer ceremonies honor bachelor’s and master’s graduates

Hartness Pavilion was filled with friends and family applauding the recipients of Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science and Master of Arts in Education degrees.

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LA Times draws on expertise of Paul L. Thomas in article about MS reading scores

A Los Angeles Times columnist looks at how Mississippi "gamed" its national reading test scores to produce "miracle" gains. He turns to Furman's Paul Thomas to reveal the most likely predictors of reading success.

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Timeline chronicles pivotal moments in LGBTQIA+ history

Jeffrey Makala of Special Collections leads effort to document significant moments in LGBTQIA+ history at Furman. The timeline spans five decades.

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Furman Pride Alliance welcomes students’ authentic selves

For three decades, the university has supported a community where students can be their authentic selves.

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‘Colors of the Rainbow’ shares voices of Furman’s LGBTQIA+ community

Faculty, staff and others affiliated with Furman contributed to a book that shares their experiences being LGBTQIA+.

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Students and faculty honored during Commencement

Student and faculty awards and honors were handed out at the commencement ceremony for the Class of 2023 on Saturday, May 6, by Furman University President Elizabeth Davis, assisted by Interim Vice President for Academic...

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Furman earns No. 12 spot for ‘making an impact’ in Princeton Review’s ‘Best Value Colleges’

Furman is listed among the top 20 private schools "making an impact" in The Princeton Review's 2023 "Best Value Colleges" guide.

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Legacy honor societies combine ranks, elect new members

Quaternion and Senior Order merge to form QSO. Selection to the society is one of the highest honors bestowed upon Furman students.

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Seniors’ academic achievements honored

More than 140 awards and scholarships were presented to graduating seniors during the Spring 2023 Academic Awards Ceremony.

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Fifteen murals around Greenville, South Carolina

Several murals grace the façades of buildings throughout Greenville. GVLToday compiles a guide to 15. One of our favorites is Canvas Mural featuring longtime educator and Furman alumna Pearlie Harris M'83 H'22. The mural at...

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