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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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Debate watch party draws hundreds and local media

About 300 gathered in Daniel Recital Hall Sept. 10 for the first presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Local TV stations WYFF and FOX Carolina spoke to several students about voting, the issues...

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Falls Park, Liberty Bridge celebrate 20 years

Falls Park and Liberty Bridge opened in 2004 and ushered in eateries, craft brew houses, arts venues and big changes for the City of Greenville. The development is a natural magnet for locals, tourists and...

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Furman earns champion status for first-gen student commitment

Furman is now a Network Champion with FirstGen Forward, an organization dedicated to improving the experience of first-generation college students. Students whose guardians haven't completed a bachelor's degree sometimes need additional resources, and Furman has...

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President Elizabeth Davis attends Washington event with other presidents, national media

President Davis was one of a handful of presidents from liberal arts universities — including Bucknell, Oberlin, Pamona, Carleton and Davidson — to meet with national higher ed reporters from outlets including The New York...

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Furman’s Riley Institute Names Bryan Boroughs as Executive Director

Don Gordon, the founding executive director of The Riley Institute, will step into an advisory role. Jacki Martin is retiring as deputy director.

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