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Furman’s hometown makes Southern Living’s list of must-see college towns

Another season, another list. Greenville, South Carolina, Furman's hometown, makes the magazine's roundup of 10 must-visit college towns this fall.

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Furman University again ranks among U.S. News ‘Best Colleges’

Furman ranks 45th among national liberal arts and sciences universities and ranks highly among most innovative, best teaching, best first-year experience and best undergraduate research.

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Shi Institute’s first Sustainability Week includes hikes, bikes and more

The Shi Institute for Sustainable Communities readies to celebrate the group's first-ever Sustainability Week featuring seven events and eight different partner organizations and groups.

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Recent awards highlight Pathways Program’s successes

Furman has earned three awards recently recognizing the effectiveness of the advising and mentorship offered by The Furman Advantage and the two-year Pathways Program. Peer Mentor Grace Prince also earned an undergraduate fellowship for her...

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Furman library presents ‘Medieval Manuscripts’ exhibition

The rich and colorful collection, which is open to the public, will also be used in the classroom, especially for Furman's new minor in Medieval and Early Modern Studies.

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Furman’s Pathways Program Wins Award for Innovative Advising

The award, from a global organization for academic advising in higher education, recognizes universities that make a significant impact on students through advising and programs focused on personal and academic success.

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Theatre Arts Department announces 2024-2025 season

From a ghost story to a comedy, the season features four stage productions in The Playhouse on campus.

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Niche names Furman among Best Liberal Arts Colleges in America

Niche, the online resource for college preparation, ranked Furman among the best overall colleges, the best small colleges and among colleges that do not require an application fee.

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New Furman Police bicycles gain media attention

A local TV station checks in with FUPO Police Chief John Milby about the bikes now being used for campus patrols. A student also comments on the bikes and how they make him feel safe...

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Furman Fellows explore arts, tech and the sense of self in storytelling

Five Furman students were selected as Furman Fellows this year. Furman Fellowships are awarded each year to recognize seniors’ accomplishments and potential, with a $10,000 award to pursue their creative and professional pathways.

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Kolb receives mention in NYT article about grocery store consolidation

The New York Times taps Sociology Professor and food desert expert Ken Kolb for his take on the impact of a proposed merger of two large grocery store chains.

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Vinson weighs in on Taylor Swift’s presidential endorsement

Taylor Swift's public support of Kamala Harris on IG spawned a raft of "likes" and an article in The Post and Courier about how celebrity endorsements can impact elections. Furman's Danielle Vinson offered her insights.

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