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#MenToo: Understanding How Gender Dynamics in the Workplace Influence Men’s Experiences of Sexual Harassment

On January 18th, Furman’s Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Department and Psychology Department co-hosted Dr. Casanova’s presentation of her findings from her #MenToo study. Dr. Casanova’s study of men’s experience of sexual harassment is a...

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Paladins & Protest: Deep Historical Roots of Furman Student Protests

Finding its genesis in the inquisitiveness both Dr. Brandon Inabinet and his students, the “Paladins and Protest” CLP explored the various free speech and advocacy issues which framing university life at Furman in distant and...

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Straighttalk Series

The Riley Institute and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute partner annually to bring StraightTalk to Furman and the broader community. This three-part weekly series includes high-profile speakers, academicians and practitioners who have on-the-ground experience with...

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The God? Forum Promotes Interreligious Dialogue

The God? Forum, sponsored by the Catholic Student Ministry is a catalyst for a vibrant conversation and deep listening among students and community members with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Participants come together to discuss their...

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Unpacking Barbie

‘Barbie’ CLP explores diverse perspectives on cultural phenomenon; to learn more read about the CLP in Furman News.

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The Tocqueville Center: Commerce in America

To learn more about The Tocqueville Lecture Series & Events similar to Commerce in America, visit The Tocqueville Center site.

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On Discourse in the Classroom

The Furman faculty is dedicated to embracing and seeking opportunities to strengthen their skill and capacity to facilitate and teach strategies for engaging in constructive conversations on challenging issues both within class and in the...

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Unity Challenge: Replacing Political Fight with Collaborative Problem Solving

In an era of political polarization, Dr. Liz Smith wanted her students in her Introduction to Government class to not only understand the principles and institutions of government, but understand the viewpoints of others with...

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Furman Professors Multiple Perspectives of the Israeli-Hamas-Palestinian Conflict

In response to the October 7th attack by Hamas in Israel, Furman professors have been proactive in providing students a context and insights from different sides of what one professor called “the most enduring struggles...

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The Tocqueville Center Tackles Conservatism and Liberalism in America

The Tocqueville Center will delve into the current state of conservatism and liberalism in the United States in two upcoming programs as part of its annual lecture series which feature prominent thought leaders from divergent...

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Bridging the Divides: The Furman Justice Forum Promotes the Skill of Constructive Conversation

The Furman Justice Forum in collaboration with the Center for Inclusive Communities partnered with Braver Angels to teach the skills of navigating difficult political conversations on campus. With a mission to challenge the crisis of partisan animosity, facilitators...

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Building Strong Relationships Community Through Restorative Practice

On December 14 & 15, Lisa Knight, Franklin Ellis, and Cynthia,  members of the Share Equity Leadership Team, (SELT) led a two-day workshop interest in participating in an upcoming Restorative Practice (RP) training session. As...

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