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Brent Nelsen offers pre- and post-debate commentary for local news

Furman's Nelsen tees up the June 27 presidential debate and joins WYFF anchors for post-debate coverage.

Kylie Fisher and Alex Aradas ’26 elevate LGBTQ+ art

Fisher and Aradas, a summer research fellow, tackle several goals in a project focused on the Queer Arts Initiative, an advocacy movement championed by the Upstate SC LGBT+ Chamber of Commerce.

Research by Quinn, co-principals and undergrads included in case study series

A four-page case study published by SARE recaps an agroforestry research project led by John Quinn, Brannon Andersen and Courtney Quinn. Undergrads also worked on the study, which was funded by a SARE grant in 2016.

Furman research on Princess Amelia, King George III shines light on historical treatment of mental, physical illness

Carolyn Day, professor of history, and Megan Nunn ’25 traveled to the Royal Archives in London to study uncatalogued receipts and letters that belonged to Princess Amelia, whose death in 1810 accelerated King George III’s madness.

Camille Lewis quoted in article about the chaotic 1924 Democratic Convention

Smithsonian Magazine reporter Eli Wizevich turns to Furman's Lewis to help explain the identity crisis facing the Democratic Party 100 years ago.

Jim Smart Award recipient Savita Nair lauded for balance, compassion, sacrifice

Nair is the 11th person to be honored with the award that pays tribute to faculty and staff who help students add depth and meaning to the life decisions they make while in college.

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FURMAN MAGAZINE

In this issue of Furman magazine, we say a fond farewell to Nancy Cooper who is retiring after more than 35 years as a mentor and best friend to thousands of Furman students.

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Spring 2024 Features

The New Power Suit

Argent founder Sali Christeson ’07 has cracked the dress code.

The Einstein Example

Professor Emeritus of Psychology Gil Einstein achieved the academic trifecta: passionate teacher, world-class researcher and a colleague who made his department a place where others wanted to be.

A More Accessible Greenville

For years, Furman students have helped make Greenville, South Carolina, safer and more equitable for pedestrians, cyclists and public transit riders.

The promise is real

We see clearly the promise of setting Furman apart in higher education and preparing our students as never before to be agents of inspiration, leadership and change in the world.

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