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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...
Continue ReadingFurman 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...
Continue ReadingThe 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...
Continue ReadingBridging the Divides: The Furman Justice Forum Promotes the Skill of Constructive Conversation
The Furman Justice Forum in collaboration with the Center for Interpersonal Connections 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...
Continue ReadingBuilding Strong Relationships Community Through Restorative Practice
During May, June, and July, Shared Equity Leadership Team (SELT) members Lisa Knight, Franklin Ellis, and Cynthia King led three two-day Restorative Practice (RP) training sessions for approximately 50 faculty and staff members. RP is...
Continue ReadingThe Intergroup Dialogue Program
The Intergroup Dialogue Program at Furman is a collaborative effort between Student Life and Academic Affairs to provide students, faculty and staff with a range of unique dialogue-based experiences. This includes the Dins Dialogue workshops,...
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