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Furman Music Department presents “Brigadoon”

The Furman University Music Department will present Lerner and Loewe’s “Brigadoon” Thursday, April 24, and Saturday, April 26 at 8 p.m. in McAlister Auditorium on campus. Directed by Furman Professor of Voice Dr. Grant Knox, the...

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Lab work

Synthesizing molecules for protecting cotton crops in developing countries, discovering new ways to treat cancer, contributing to chemistry education—these activities might sound like those of large research institutions, or maybe bio-engineering or pharmaceutical firms. But...

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Learning from the dragonfly

Who knew a pecking order exists among our dragonfly friends? Biology Professor Wade Worthen, Ph.D., knows and will be advancing his understanding through a newly awarded Furman Standard Faculty Research Grant. Through the Furman Standard,...

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The percussion project

Professor Omar Carmenates is preparing for a remarkable journey. A recent recipient of a research grant funded by the Furman Standard award, Carmenates will soon embark on an ambitious collaboration dubbed “The John Psathas Percussion...

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Notre Dame law professor Rev. Link to speak April 24

Rev. David T. Link, Dean Emeritus and Professor of the Notre Dame Law School, and President Emeritus of the University of Notre Dame Australia, will speak Thursday, April 24 at 7 p.m. in Daniel Memorial...

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Designed for success

Long before Hillary Mullett ’11 entered the graduate program in Duke University’s Department of Psychology and Neuroscience, she knew her way around a research lab. As early as her sophomore year at Furman, Mullett teamed...

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Koritansky to deliver Tocqueville lecture April 16

John C. Koritansky, Professor of Political Science at Hiram College (Ohio), will speak Wednesday, April 16 at 4:30 p.m. in Johns Hall 101 on campus. Dr. Koritansky’s talk, “Tocqueville on Civil Religion in America,” is co-sponsored...

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Percussion Ensemble in concert April 12

The Furman University Percussion Ensemble will present its annual spring concert Saturday, April 12 at 8 p.m. in Daniel Recital Hall on campus. The concert is open to the public. Tickets are $5 for adults and...

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Vote now for best sustainability video

In January, Furman University was selected as a finalist in the Second Nature Climate Leadership Awards for exemplifying the mission of the American College & University Presidents' Climate Commitment (ACUPCC) of addressing sustainability through education,...

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Watch the Furman video, and vote now

In January, Furman University was selected as a finalist in the Second Nature Climate Leadership Awards for exemplifying the mission of the American College & University Presidents’ Climate Commitment (ACUPCC) of addressing sustainability through education,...

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