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David Trone and June Trone honored by JCRC

The Trone name is synonymous with philanthropy at Furman University. David and June Trone are recognized for their contributions to the DC Jewish community and for their support of institutions and causes more broadly.

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Furman Professor Earns Second Fulbright

Suresh Muthukrishnan, professor of earth, environmental and sustainability science at Furman University, earned his second Fulbright award and will work in South Africa to introduce emerging technology to universities.

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14 inducted into Furman University’s White Oaks Society

Members of the White Oaks Society have committed more than $1 million to Furman over their lifetimes. Their names are engraved into sculptures on Benefactors Green on campus.

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‘True’ DePaoli writes op-ed in support of childcare programs

Riley Institute Summer Experience intern DePaoli urges lawmakers to prioritize childcare. In a SC Daily Gazette op-ed, she cites statistics that show why childcare programs should be considered an important part of the nation's economic...

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Anthony Morgan ’26 makes case for voting in primary elections

In Greenville Journal, Anthony Morgan '26 makes a case for voting in primary elections to effect change in housing prices, quality education and more.

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Students make new memories and alumni reminisce at Furman Homecoming

Nearly 1,500 alumni returned to Furman’s campus to celebrate alongside students as the mall flooded with activity all weekend long.

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‘Braiding Sweetgrass’ author, environmental biologist Kimmerer to speak Nov. 5

Named among Time Magazine’s Most Influential People of 2025, Robin Wall Kimmerer is a member of the Citizen Potawatomi Nation and is the founder and director of the Center for Native Peoples and the Environment....

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2nd Upstate European and American Business Forum draws hundreds to Furman

Students met with major international industry leaders and attended a panel discussion on how companies put AI to work.

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The State, other outlets raise a glass to Furman’s new wine label

Lyn Riddle explores Furman's new wine label, Bonhomie, in The State. Chemistry alumna Allison Kennington of nearby Kennington Family Winery segues from big pharma to viticulture. Other news outlets also toast the partnership.

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Furman creates Entrepreneur in Residence to offer business expertise to students, campus

ChartSpan Co-Founder Shane Grivich built the leading provider of chronic care management programs in the country, and he wants to share his experience with Furman’s innovative thinkers.

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Finnish President Alexander Stubb on golf, icebreakers, Russia

The BBC reports that Furman alum and Finnish President Alex Stubb '93 has forged an "unlikely" bond with another world leader. Brent Nelsen comments on how the game of golf plays into the dynamic.

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Garrett Stern, CIL featured in ‘Entrepreneur Minute’

UpstateBizSC spotlights The Center for Innovative Leadership in its "Entrepreneur Minute." Furman's Garrett Stern describes how the group builds human-centered problem solvers for small, medium and enterprise-sized companies in the region.

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