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A new look at Johnny Tremain’s sexuality
Esther Forbes’ “Johnny Tremain,” a book about a boy growing up in Colonial Boston during the Revolutionary War, has long been a staple in young adult literature. Written in 1943, the Newberry Award-winning book also...
Continue ReadingSecond annual Women’s Networking Event scheduled for Sept. 23
New panelists and a more student-friendly location highlight the second annual Furman University Women’s Networking Event (WNE), but the goal to inspire and connect women in the Greenville community with each other and Furman students...
Continue ReadingDillard ’98, Stephens in concert Sept. 25
The Furman music department will host piano alumnus Chuck Dillard and mezzo-soprano Page Stephens in a concert of vocal music Wednesday, Sept. 25, at 8 p.m. in Daniel Recital Hall. The concert is free and...
Continue Reading‘Furman surges’ in rankings
The Greenville News reported that “Furman surges” in the U.S. News & World Report rankings, while “Clemson slips, South Carolina rises.” The Charlotte Observer also covered the story, and the Boston Globe mentioned Furman in a tie...
Continue ReadingStudent research aids city council
Furman student interns research "accessory dwelling units," also called mother-in-law suites, for the city of Travelers Rest. The work could help the city increase affordable housing options. The Greenville News covered the story.
Continue ReadingSanford announces presidential run
The UPI news service mentioned that Republican presidential candidate Mark Sanford is a Furman alumnus.
Continue ReadingFurman climbs five spots in U.S. News national rankings
Furman University climbed five spots to No. 46 in the 2020 U.S. News & World Report rankings of the “Best National Liberal Arts Colleges,” released today. Among such universities, Furman also rose significantly in the...
Continue ReadingRoper Mountain Science Center breaks ground on $15M facility
Greenville County Schools Administration and Board of Trustees broke ground on a $15 million facility at Roper Mountain Science Center. The new Environmental Science and Sustainability Center will include exhibits and curriculum designed in conjunction...
Continue ReadingOp-Ed: Including Hispanic youth
Furman University sophomore Eboni Johnson wrote an op-ed in the Greenville Journal in which the sociology and Spanish major advances the importance of a multicultural approach to education. With nearly 16 percent of Greenville's elementary...
Continue ReadingBetter Together
In a column in Greenville Business Magazine, President Davis highlights many of the ways Furman has worked closely with partners in the Greenville community to make the city more vibrant, from a new partnership with...
Continue ReadingGreenville Business Magazine announces ‘Best and Brightest’
The Greenville Business Magazine's 2019 Best & Brightest 35 and Under is presented by Furman University and sponsored by Cherry Bekaert. The Best & Brightest will be honored at an awards ceremony on Tuesday, Sept....
Continue ReadingIn praise of Furman’s hometown
Greenville, South Carolina, the home of Furman University, wins praise from Forbes magazine via Trip Advisor. Described as having one of the top downtowns, Greenville gets a glowing endorsement for its one-of-a-kind 'floating' suspension bridge,...
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