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Hecimovich talks about new book on CBS weekend show

When "The Bondwoman's Narrative" was first published by Henry Louis Gates, skeptics didn't believe a 19th century slave could have written it. Hecimovich tracked down the evidence that proves Gates' claim and reveals the identity...

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Joseph Vaughn Day 2024 remarks by Abijah Leamon ’24

Joseph Vaughn Day 2024>> Student Diversity Council President Abijah Leamon ’24 Daniel Chapel, Furman University Jan. 26, 2024   Good morning, everybody! Joseph Vaughn Family, Erica Ramsey and loved ones, President Davis, Furman faculty, staff, students...

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Philanthropy publications report $25 million grants from The Duke Endowment

Two philanthropy publications report on the $25 million grants from The Duke Endowment to three colleges in the Carolinas, including Furman.

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For Paige Finney ’17, a career among sharks

Paige Finney ’17 has never been afraid of sharks. In fact, she thinks they’re misunderstood.

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Furman alum Stubb wins first round of Finnish presidential elections

Several news sources report on Alexander Stubb's narrow victory over diplomat Pekka Haavisto. The two will face each other in a second-round runoff Feb. 11. Stubb is a 1993 Furman alumnus.

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Vinson speaks candidly about a possible Biden-Trump rematch

Danielle Vinson goes on record about the divergent campaign styles of President Joe Biden and his all-but-certain challenger. Reuters releases results of recent polling that gauges public sentiment toward the apparent frontrunners.

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Vinson goes on record about importance of South Carolina primary

Vinson describes what it will take for Nikki Haley to win or break even versus Donald Trump in South Carolina's primary.

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Joseph Vaughn Day calls Furman community to ‘be part of the journey’

The life and legacy of Joseph Vaughn ’68, Furman’s first Black undergraduate student, are a challenge to commit to the community, said speakers at this year’s celebration.

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Nelsen predicts strategy for Republican candidates

Following the New Hampshire primary, Furman's Brent Nelsen speaks with a local TV anchor about the strategy Donald Trump will likely use toward his Republican challenger Nikki Haley.

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Vinson speculates on Haley’s strategy going forward

The Iowa caucuses and the New Hampshire primary are in the books. Up next are contests in Nevada and South Carolina. Furman's Danielle Vinson speaks on NPR's "All Things Considered" about Haley's likely next steps.

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Vinson quoted in The State following Iowa caucus

Joseph Bustos of The State turns to Vinson for comment about Republican candidates and their "power rankings."

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NYT opinion contributor cites work by Furman’s Jim Guth

Do white evangelical voters really deify Donald Trump, or is the relationship between voters and Trump more transactional? Opinion columnist Edsall draws from Guth's work to answer some difficult questions.

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