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MayEx focus: The world according to Bart, Homer, Marge, Lisa and Maggie

May 24, 2012 By Erikah Haavie, Contributing Writer Before enrolling in the May Experience “Simpsonology” course this month, Furman junior Caitlin Shelton had never before seen an episode of the animated television show featuring the...

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Summer evenings and good music: Lakeside concert series underway

JUNE 1, 2012 by Tina Underwood, Contributing Writer Furman’s Music by the Lake Summer Concert Series, one of the area’s most popular attractions, is currently underway and will take place weekly through the first week...

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Furman, Duke, Vanderbilt share grant to support student fellowships in sustainability

JUNE 12, 2012 by Vince Moore, Director of News and Media Relations Furman, Duke and Vanderbilt universities will share a $75,000 grant from the Piedmont Natural Gas Foundation to support student fellowships in community sustainability,...

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Art and crafts by Osher Lifelong Learning Institute in exhibit at Thompson Gallery

JUNE 21, 2012 by Tina Underwood, Contributing Writer Art and crafts by 30 members of Furman’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute will be on display in Thompson Gallery of the Roe Art Building now through July...

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University Center to be named for family of Furman alumnus, trustee David Trone

JUNE 22, 2012 by Vince Moore, Director of News and Media Relations Furman officials have announced that the school’s University Center will be named for the family of Furman alumnus and trustee David Trone. Trone,...

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Furman alum Martin Rooney, professor Tony Caterisano collaborate on new book

JUNE 22, 2012 by Tina Underwood, Contributing Writer Furman alumnus Martin Rooney '93 received assistance from one of his former professors as he was writing his latest book about metabolic training, diet and fitness. The result...

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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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