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Furman ranks among nation’s best in US News Best Colleges 2026

Furman ranked 11th for "Most Innovative" and 18th for "First-Year Experience" in the annual college rankings. The University is once again the top-ranked university in South Carolina.

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Angela Franklin ’81 honored by Des Moines Business Record

Angela Walker Franklin, a psychology alumna, became president of Des Moines University in 2011. Her impact in the Des Moines community is recognized in the Business Record.

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Send in A ClownShow

This Furman student-created production is based on theatrical clowning, a character-driven art that requires an actor to be dialed into oneself and free to follow their curiosity.

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Furman’s On Discourse teaches students to communicate across differences

The Democracy in the United States Teaching Series helps students understand the core principles of democracy while strengthening their dialogue skills.

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Faith leader, author Levenson to speak at American History Book Club Oct. 23

Russell J. Levenson Jr. will discuss stories of faith from prominent Americans at this event, sponsored by Furman University and the American History Book Club and Forum.

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SC INBRE funds summer research experiences at Furman

Nineteen students worked in Furman science labs to study neuroscience and psychology, biology and chemistry. Their projects were funded by the South Carolina IDeA Networks of Biomedical Research Excellence.

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Furman to Fifth Avenue

Jaya Winemiller '26 and Ashley Jewell '26 struck an ideal balance between work and life while interning in New York City this past summer.

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Tess Ferm ’29 crowned Miss America’s Teen 2026

There she is - Miss America's Teen 2026, Tess Ferm, a Furman University first-year student and advocate for people with food allergies. Several news sources cover the Sept. 6 crowning.

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Furman earns top sustainability ranking

The Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education ranked Furman as the top baccalaureate institution overall. Furman is in the #2 spot for campus engagement among all institutions.

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Gospel singer-songwriter Rudy Currence ’02 gives back to alma mater

Rudy Currence '02 offers a performance and words of encouragement for students when he pays a visit to his Rock Hill, S.C., high school. The Post and Courier York County covered the back-to-school celebration.

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Nelsen appears on ‘Waitt, What?’ podcast, talks about Tocqueville Center

Furman's Brent Nelsen says the political divide runs deep in our country. He says the Tocqueville Center at Furman isn't saving the world, but it's important for bridging the ideological and political gaps on at...

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Furman’s SGA President Mariam Nguyen ’26 encourages Early Decision

Student Body President Mariam Nguyen welcomed the Class of 2029 at Convocation, and recommends prospective students apply early.

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