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OLLI and Riley Institute present summer lecture series, “Two South Carolinas”

JUNE 27, 2012 by Tina T. Underwood, Contributing Writer The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute and Riley Institute at Furman will present a four-part summer lecture series on Tuesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. starting July...

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From Iceland to Galapagos Islands in May Experience

JUNE 29, 2012 by Erikah Haavie, Contributing Writer Travel to one of 10 exotic destinations from Iceland to the Galapagos. Or, stay a bit closer to home and study everything from iphone apps to yoga...

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Work by Furman art professor Brodeur to appear in “New American Paintings”

JUNE 29, 2012 by Tina T. Underwood, Contributing Writer Paintings by Furman University art professor Michael Brodeur have been selected for the centennial edition of “New American Paintings,” a peer-reviewed national publication. Three images were culled...

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Riley Institute announces 10 semifinalists for Dick and Tunky Riley education award

JULY 16, 2012 by News and Media Relations The Riley Institute at Furman and South Carolina Future Minds have announced the 10 semifinalists for the second annual 2012 Dick and Tunky Riley WhatWorksSC Award for...

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It’s nearly time for another school year to begin; freshmen report to campus Aug. 16

AUGUST 10, 2012 by Vince Moore, Director of News and Media Relations Furman’s 2012-13 academic year will officially get underway Monday, Aug. 20 when students attend their first day of classes. Approximately 740 freshmen will report...

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Professor Halfacre writes book on culture of conservation in South Carolina Lowcountry

JULY 31, 2012 by Tina Underwood, Contributing Writer Furman professor Angela Halfacre has written a book about South Carolina’s Lowcountry and why its powerful conservation culture represents a model for the nation. A Delicate Balance: Constructing...

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Riley Institute at Furman selects first class of White-Riley-Peterson Policy Fellows

JULY 10, 2012 by Tina Underwood, Contributing Writer Fifteen leaders in the afterschool and expanded learning fields nationwide have been selected as White-Riley-Peterson Policy Fellows as part of a partnership between The Riley Institute at...

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Registration now open for ‘Learning for You’ classes and excursions

AUGUST 14, 2012 by Tina T. Underwood, Contributing Writer Registration is underway for dozens of classes and excursions through Furman University’s Learning for You program, part of the university’s Office of Continuing Education. Learning for You...

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Photographs by Bridges to a Brighter Future students on display during month of August

AUGUST 9, 2012 by News and Media Relations Photographs by students from Furman’s Bridges to a Brighter Future program are on display at Café @ Williams Hardware in Travelers Rest during the month of August. The...

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Furman professors Malici, Smith co-edit book about political science research

AUGUST 22, 2012 by Tina Underwood, Contributing Writer GREENVILLE, S.C.—Furman University political science professors Akan Malici and Elizabeth Smith have co-edited a new book about political science methodology. Four other Furman political science professors—David Fleming, James...

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Folk singer songwriter Carrie Newcomer to present workshop, perform concert

SEPTEMBER 19, 2012 Tina Underwood, Contributing Writer Folk singer songwriter Carrie Newcomer will present a workshop on Monday, Sept. 24 from 4-5:30 p.m. She will also perform a concert on Tuesday, Sept. 25 at 7...

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The Reggio way: Early childhood program benefits Furman students, preschoolers

AUGUST 22, 2012 by Erikah Haavie, Contributing Writer “How do trees drink out of their roots?” “Where does tree sap come from?” “Why do squirrels live in trees?” They may not even be in first...

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