communication-studies

Furman wins big at ‘Student Emmys’

Furman communication studies students scored four wins across 12 nominations at the Southeast Student Production Awards presented by the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. Students competed with undergraduates from larger universities and media...

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Senior Spotlight 2024

Congratulations to the Class of 2024! Meet six Furman seniors who represent diverse talent and immeasurable promise.

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Trustee Jason Richards talks commercial real estate on YPK podcast

Furman Trustee Jason Richards '01 joins Kamber Parker Bowden '17 in a podcast to talk about how NAI Earle Furman LLC attracts and retains young professionals in the commercial real estate business.

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Beth Pontari Named VP of Academic Affairs and Provost

Pontari was a key leader in developing The Furman Advantage and the underlying Pathways Program. She started her career at Furman in 2001 as an assistant professor of psychology. Her new role begins May. 1.

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Leadership awards honor student legacies, impact

The Furman University Student Leadership Awards were presented April 7 in Younts Conference Center. Students were recognized in 15 categories; two student groups and two advisors were also recognized.

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Furman Engaged continues to highlight The Furman Advantage

A record number of students participated in this year's Furman Engaged, covering topics from piano music of Bohemia to cryptological warfare.

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Furman Engaged happens Friday with record number of students participating

Nearly 700 students will participate in this year's Furman Engaged. Other events, from the Paladin Pitch Competition to the groundbreaking for the Timmons Arena renovation, will be part of Spring Weekend.

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Women’s History Month: Associate Dean Cynthia King is inspired by her late friend Janet Kwami

King is pleased that the number of women in her field of communication studies has grown rapidly; now they need to learn how to leverage their power.

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How effective are vaccine mandates? Furman research shows: meh.

The question of vaccine mandates is complex. The study by Furman's Adam Richards adds to the important conversation of effectively protecting the population in a pandemic.

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Furman alumni named among ’40 Under 40′

Several Furman alumni are among GSA Business Report's annual celebration of Upstate professionals. The "40 Under 40" are noted for their success and contribution to the community.

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‘We bring so much to the table’

During Black History Month, Jada Walker ’24 reflects on the opportunities and mentors that help her chart her path at Furman.

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From Kazakhstan to Greenville, Aruzhan Sakhariyanova ’26 keeps her family and culture close

Being away has taught Aru Sakhariyanova ’26 how important it is to keep a part of herself tethered back home.

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