Thank you for your interest in supporting the Furman University community. We offer parents and family members a variety of opportunities to come together and connect with our campus.
Parent & Family Engagement
Family Weekend
Each Fall we invite you to experience our campus. Please plan to join us for Furman University’s Family Weekend, a way for families to learn about their students’ home away from home.
Save the Date! Family Weekend is scheduled for October 2-4, 2026. Join us in celebration of our bicentennial year.
Furman Engaged!
Furman Engaged is a day dedicated to highlighting the high impact engaged learning experiences that are guaranteed through The Furman Advantage.
The next Furman Engaged will be April 9, 2027
Support Student Success
Have a Career Conversation: Furman’s nationally recognized Pathways Program helps students explore their strengths, leadership styles, and career goals. As a participant, you can share your career insights with students exploring their future and help inspire and guide the next generation of leaders.
Host an intern: If your company is seeking an intern, and you believe a Furman student would be the perfect fit, learn more about listing an internship through our Center for Engaged Learning.
Parent & Family Council
Representing the families of more than 2,700 undergraduates, Parent & Family Council members are ambassadors to Furman and serve as liaisons between the university and its families. The Council partners with Furman University through gifts of time, service, and philanthropic resources.
The Furman Network
The Furman Network engages families and alumni who are interested in building and cultivating the Furman community in their area to grow tradition, affiliation, and pride in support of Furman University.
If you are interested in hosting an event to serve as an extension of the Furman family in your city, please contact the Parent Philanthropy & Engagement team to learn more.
Giving to Furman
Furman families are the cornerstone of giving, offering opportunities for future students to experience the life-changing four years that their own students enjoyed. Through philanthropy, families carry on the Furman traditions of academic excellence, holistic liberal arts, and a community-minded environment for all.
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