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Leadership Through Serving Others at Sustaining Way
Have you truly thought about the definition of sustainability? The UN World Commission on Environment and Development defines sustainability as “...development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet...
Continue ReadingSummer Along the Reedy River
Many people would say that the heart of Greenville is downtown, especially Falls Park. After spending this summer with Friends of the Reedy River, though, I came to see it differently. The true heart of Greenville isn't a building...
Continue ReadingSustainability Is Rooted In Community
Everyone should get equal access to sustainable resources and learn about what is available, which is why Sustaining Way is such an important organization. My name is Maggie Kelleher and I recently graduated from Furman University with...
Continue ReadingThe Life Cycle of the Furman Farm
Pictured above: Corn approaching harvest; Frederick is 6ft tall for reference. A few weeks at the Furman Farm breeze by for anyone who works there, but all the stages of life are present throughout. My...
Continue ReadingSpearheading Organic Viticulture and Defying Agricultural Norms at Paris Mt. Vineyard
When other viticulturists told the owners of Paris Mountain Vineyard and I that it would be impossible to grow grapes one hundred percent organically, we took ‘impossible’ as a challenge to prove them wrong. [caption...
Continue ReadingThe Shi Institute in a Snapshot
“So… what is the Shi Institute?” Hi! My name is Maggie Kropf and I am the Communications and Outreach Fellow for the Shi Institute for this summer. This role combines my deep passion for sustainable...
Continue ReadingWelcome 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 ReadingData for a Greener FUture
Working on Furman’s Greenhouse Gas Report has helped me understand how small actions can make big impacts. Something as small as swapping a lightbulb can save enough energy to power a home! At a scale...
Continue ReadingWalking & Mapping: Reimagine Furman’s Campus with a New Map
Our campus closely resembles a maze. After attending Furman for about 4 years now, I still discover new paths to get to where I need to be simply by living in different residential buildings every...
Continue ReadingThe Importance of Furman Farm in our larger Furman Community
Just a short walk from the center of Furman’s main campus is a place where students, faculty, and community members can contribute directly to our university’s sustainability goals. In addition to being a place where...
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...
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