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Beth Pontari Named VP of Academic Affairs and Provost
Pontari was a key leader in developing The Furman Advantage and the underlying Pathways Program. She started her career at Furman in 2001 as an assistant professor of psychology. Her new role begins May. 1.
Continue ReadingErin Hahn receives Jim Smart Award
The award, from Furman's Cothran Center, pays tribute to faculty and staff who help students add depth and meaning to the life decisions they make while in college.
Continue ReadingU.S. Judge Thomas Cullen ’00 to Speak at Furman Commencement
As a U.S. attorney, Cullen oversaw prosecutions resulting from the August 2017 "Unite the Right" rally in Charlottesville, Virginia. He was appointed to the federal bench in September 2020.
Continue ReadingShi Institute study on gentrification cited in NYT
Reference to a study conducted by The Shi Institute and led by Ken Kolb appears in an article about the in-migration of conservatives to South Carolina from more liberal-leaning states.
Continue ReadingLeadership awards honor student legacies, impact
The Furman University Student Leadership Awards were presented April 7 in Younts Conference Center. Students were recognized in 15 categories; two student groups and two advisors were also recognized.
Continue ReadingFurman Engaged continues to highlight The Furman Advantage
A record number of students participated in this year's Furman Engaged, covering topics from piano music of Bohemia to cryptological warfare.
Continue ReadingFurman Engaged happens Friday with record number of students participating
Nearly 700 students will participate in this year's Furman Engaged. Other events, from the Paladin Pitch Competition to the groundbreaking for the Timmons Arena renovation, will be part of Spring Weekend.
Continue ReadingKolb weighs in on disaster at Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge
Furman's Ken Kolb studies river navigation in addition to chairing the Department of Sociology. He spoke to news organizations about the container ship collision that led to the collapse of Baltimore's Key Bridge.
Continue ReadingRecord-breaking grant funds celebrated at reception
Artificial intelligence, 'The Iliad' and the TV habits of youth in China were all covered in the Furman Scholarship Reception this month.
Continue ReadingAmbrose coauthors playbook for sustainable financial health: ‘Colleges on the Brink’
As colleges and universities across the country face challenging times, Ambrose's book, “Colleges on the Brink: The Case for Financial Exigency," serves to help universities avoid crises.
Continue ReadingBook by Trustee Charles Ambrose and Michael Nietzel gains exposure in IHE, CHE
While outside forces threaten academia, the fiscal health of institutions hinges on something more fundamental. Furman Trustee Charles Ambrose and Michael Nietzel combine decades of expertise to help colleges and universities keep their financial houses...
Continue ReadingJoseph Vaughn Day will be held Friday, Jan. 26
The event begins at 12:15 in front of Daniel Chapel. This will be the first year the Black Alumni Council will present an annual award in honor of Idella Glenn '84.
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