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Do not turn away from racial violence
Dear Campus Community, Even though we can’t be together in person right now because of the COVID-19 pandemic, we ask that you come together with us in spirit to reflect and take action on behalf...
Continue ReadingFurman Hosts Ribbon Cutting for New Office Space
Furman University Innovation and Entrepreneurship held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday, Feb. 21, to celebrate the naming of the Davies Idea Exchange. The space, located in Hipp Hall, serves as a hub for collaborative thought, exploration...
Continue ReadingA Record-Breaking Giving Tuesday
Paladins near and far came together December 3 to celebrate Furman’s seventh annual Giving Tuesday event. Alumni, students, parents and friends contributed $232,721 – $16,587 more than last year. During the 24-hour online giving event,...
Continue ReadingGive Back this Giving Tuesday
Furman University is gearing up for its seventh annual Giving Tuesday event on December 3. Last year, alumni, students and friends of the university celebrated the international day of philanthropy by contributing 744 gifts that...
Continue ReadingAlumnus leaves nearly $5 million, supports academic scholarships
Furman University has received nearly $5 million from the estate of Furman alumnus Thomas C. Turner (1930-2018), class of 1951, to expand support of academic scholarships. [caption id="attachment_40709" align="alignright" width="280"] Thomas C. Turner (1930-2018), Furman...
Continue ReadingPaladins Break Dins Day Giving Record
The Furman University community came together April 30 for the fifth annual Dins Day, a 24-hour celebration of Paladin pride and philanthropy. This year, alumni, students, parents and friends of the university contributed 2,678 gifts...
Continue ReadingRemembering the life and legacy of Ralph Hendricks
The Greenville Journal paid tribute to the late Ralph S. Hendricks, Simpsonville mayor (1975-1987) and trustee emeritus at Furman University. Reporter Cindy Landrum spoke with Athletics Director Mike Buddie, Furman Director of Donor Relations Allison...
Continue ReadingDonors Surpass Giving Tuesday Goal
Furman University’s sixth annual Giving Tuesday brought in 744 gifts—119 more than this year’s goal—totaling $216,134. Contributions made during the 24-hour online giving event on Nov. 27 enhance the student experience by supporting scholarships, research,...
Continue ReadingChris Borch dreams big for Furman Cross-Country/Track & Field
As a cross-country/track and field (CC/T&F) walk-on for the Paladins, Chris Borch ’78 learned early on how to start from humble beginnings and dream big. Running last on the 12-man cross-country team, Borch rose through...
Continue ReadingSteinways make grand debut at Furman
When Juilliard-trained Ruby Morgan retires from Furman this summer, she’ll leave more than the gift of music and mentorship she has imparted to students over her decades-long career. Adding to her already generous contribution to...
Continue ReadingFurman receives $1 million grant from Rinker Foundation
[caption id="attachment_35089" align="alignright" width="401"] Ellen Chamblee '20 was among the Furman students who attended the Partners Luncheon in November.[/caption] Furman University has received a $1 million grant from the Marshall E. Rinker, Sr. Foundation that...
Continue ReadingFor students, renovated student center doubles as a campus hub
If you haven’t visited campus in awhile, you’re in for a treat when you step into the newly renovated and expanded Trone Student Center. As Furman President Carl Kohrt ’65 described, the center is the...
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