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Welcome 2026 Shi Institute Summer Fellows
Summer is here and while that means slowing down for much of campus, the Shi Institute is alive this season with 17 student sustainability fellows. This cohort - representing 13 distinct academic majors and minors, 8...
Continue ReadingSeeing the Bigger Picture: How Data Uncovers the Power of Public Transit
Each year, public transit in Greenville County serves approximately 750,000 rides across more than 270 miles of service and 480 stops, with access available to 32% of households. These numbers matter, but their impact depends on how clearly they’re understood. ...
Continue ReadingBuilding Heat Resilience: How the Shi Institute and Bluffton Are Leading the Way
Extreme heat is one of the deadliest extreme weather events in South Carolina, and it’s getting worse. Residents already experience about 15 days each year with temperatures above 95°F, and that number is expected to...
Continue ReadingIntroducing Our 25-26 Shi Fellows!
With the fall semester well under way, our 2025-26 Shi Institute Fellows have already been hard at work pursuing diverse projects in alternative transportation, communications, and sustainability culture change. From planting and harvesting on the...
Continue ReadingIntroducing our 2025 Summer Fellows!
We are so excited to introduce our Summer 2025 class of Shi Institute Student Fellows! Representing six states, seven countries and 13 different academic majors and minors, this diverse group will tackle real-world sustainability projects...
Continue ReadingFurman University receives STARS Gold rating for sustainability achievements
For the fourth time, Furman University has earned a STARS Gold rating in recognition of its sustainability achievements from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE). STARS, the Sustainability Tracking, Assessment...
Continue ReadingFurman to receive $25,000 in pro bono consulting for renewable energy project
Cambridge, Mass. -- Second Nature, a leading organization advancing climate action in higher education, is pleased to announce that Furman University has been chosen as one of seven institutions to receive pro bono consulting services...
Continue ReadingHow can we protect South Carolina’s farmland?
Rural farmland across South Carolina faces mounting market pressures as urban expansion and demand for housing encroach on agricultural communities. To address these challenges, our research team developed a mapping tool to help stakeholders identify...
Continue Reading“Spring into action!” at the Shi Institute with two new gardening workshops
[caption id="attachment_1480" align="alignleft" width="219"] Farm Manager Bruce Adams[/caption] As the seasons shift, it’s the perfect time to prepare your garden for a thriving year ahead. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just getting started, our...
Continue ReadingCelebrating our work in 2024!
During 2024, The Shi Institute continued to build its commitment to creating a greener, healthier future for our campus and beyond. Here are a few highlights: Sustainability Myth Busters: Debunking Misconceptions and Driving Action The...
Continue ReadingTopsoil dinner raises $8K for CCC
This month, we were excited to welcome Furman University family, friends and community members for our Three Sisters Dinner, hosted by Topsoil Restaurant in Travelers Rest. The five-course dinner celebrated corn, beans and squash -...
Continue Reading“Eco-Art Song and the Climate Crisis”
“Eco-art song is an emerging form of art song that uses climate texts to create songs directly related to climate change," said Vocal Performance and German Studies major Kendra Lund ’25. "There are plenty of...
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