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Furman’s Cothran Center hosts NetVUE conference, celebrates new publication

A new book on vocational exploration in higher education features a chapter by Meghan Slining, associate professor of health sciences.

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Adams, Marsden ’25 talk composting on ‘Access Carolina’

Bruce Adams and Summer Marsden '25 of the Furman Farm break down what it takes to produce nutrient rich compost. The Shi Institute for Sustainable Communities will host a composting workshop Saturday, Feb. 22, 10...

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Rhett Bryson believes in magic

Theatre Arts Professor Bryson was recently honored by the local ring of the International Brotherhood of Magicians. At 81, he's as active as ever, sharing his talents with students, faculty, staff and beyond.

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Tocqueville lecture series looks at marriage in America

The Tocqueville Center has two more events this semester, one discussing America's role in the world, the other covering populism in America.

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Scholarship reception celebrates more than $8M in grants for research projects

The 2025 Furman Scholarship Reception celebrated faculty and staff’s research, spanning a vast array of topics, and the scholarships that helped make the works possible.

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Danielle Vinson comments on claims made by Nancy Mace

Furman's Danielle Vinson says women in high places should feel the freedom to voice outrage over sexual exploitation. At the same time, she says statements made by Congresswoman Mace should be examined within context.

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Furman celebrates award recipients at 2025 Bell Tower Ball

Furman University presented a number of major awards at its annual Bell Tower Ball Saturday, Feb. 15, 2025.

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Cothran Center’s Cherokee trip offers students insight into Indigenous culture

A weekend visit to Cherokee, North Carolina, gave Furman students the chance to learn about the historical unjust treatment of Indigenous people, and how the Eastern Band of Cherokee strives for a more just community.

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Reggie Garrett ’98 shares what Black History Month means to him

For Reggie Garrett '98, Black History Month is a start at recognizing the contributions of Black people that run through every aspect of American culture.

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Biology Professor Morris contributes to discovery of new plant species

Ashley Morris works with a Sewanee research partner to uncover clues to identify a new flower species "buried in time." Learn more in The Sewanee Purple.

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Furman’s IACH helps map hunger throughout the state

A new data tool gives communities the power to place food resources where they’re most needed while addressing social factors that put people at risk of food insecurity.

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Jackie Carson ’00 carried on a legacy of helping Furman students feel at home

From star basketball player to decorated head coach, Carson built her successes with the encouragement of her mentor, Idella Goodson Glenn ’84.

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