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Student Experiences

With digital tools and creativity, Furman meets the challenges of remote learning

On the record

Impeachment inquiry hardening political lines in Washington, expert says

Jim Guth Professor of Politics and International Affairs

How national politics fueled a ‘red wave’ to keep Republicans in power in South Carolina

Danielle Vinson Professor of Politics and International Affairs

Faculty Experts

Find a Furman faculty member who can provide expertise, commentary or analysis for your news story.

Campus & Community

Coronavirus updates

News about how the coronavirus is impacting Furman's study away programs is being updated regularly.

Greg Springsteen and Trent Stubbs stand in a chemistry department office

Campus & Community, Student Experiences

Furman lands first SCRA grant ever awarded to a private institution

Professor of Chemistry Greg Springsteen and Trent Stubbs '20 secure $25,000 for the commercialization of Aconabolics LLC.

screenshot of nine people on a video call. Jobs and COVID-19

Academic Mentoring

Extending the job search

The Malone Center for Career Engagement pivots during the pandemic to help students long distance.

Aerial view of students walking along a large spiral in the grass.

Academic Mentoring

Remote reflection

The Cothran Center is staying connected and encouraging reflection during the pandemic.

Excerpts & Anecdotes

A digital highlight from the latest issue of Furman Magazine

HER FIGHT TO SAVE LIVES

Julie McElrath ’73 has devoted her career to fighting HIV/AIDS.

Upcoming Events

Apr 10

CANCELLED-Baseball vs. Wofford

6:00 PM | Latham Baseball Stadium

Apr 11

CANCELLED-Baseball vs. Wofford

4:00 PM | Latham Baseball Stadium

Apr 13

CANCELLED-Men’s lacrosse vs. Bellarmine

12:00 PM |

Apr 14

CANCELLED-Baseball vs. Clemson

6:00 PM | Latham Baseball Stadium

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Furman In the News

Opinion: Take COVID-19 Seriously, the life you save may be mine

Carmela Epright, professor of philosophy, authored an op-ed from her perspective as a medical ethicist and someone with an autoimmune disease.

The Greenville News

Furman senior spearheads first lynching marker in Northwest Georgia

Emma Jones '20 worked with community leaders to approve the reconciliation marker in her home county.

The Chattanooga Times Free Press

Artist Minute: Miranda Barnett

Local actor Barnett describes her passion for performing in regional theatre.

UpstateBizSC

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Around the Lake

The Janie Earle Furman Rose Garden in bloom.

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