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Nelsen quoted in USA Today about Paris attacks, study away

Recent Paris terror attacks have refocused attention on emergency plans as they relate to study away programs. Furman Political Science professor Brent Nelsen says pieces of an emergency plan came together after 9/11, “ …...

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Furman Symphony, Oratorio Chorus to present “Messiah” Dec. 4

The Furman Symphony Orchestra and Oratorio Chorus will present Handel’s Messiah Friday, Dec. 4, at 8 p.m. in McAlister Auditorium on campus. The event is part of the Sound Quality Concert Series and is open to...

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Moravian Christmas Lovefeast Dec. 6

Furman will host its annual Moravian Christmas Lovefeast service Sunday, Dec. 6, at 5 p.m. in Daniel Memorial Chapel. The event is free and open to the public, and is part of Furman’s Cultural Life Program....

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Furman to host USA Rugby National Championships Dec. 5-6

Furman will be home to some of very best college rugby has to offer Dec. 5-6 when the university hosts the USA Ruby Men’s Division II National Championship, as well as the Women’s DI and...

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Noted economist Blinder speaks Dec. 2

Alan S. Blinder, Princeton economics professor and former Vice Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, will speak on the Furman campus Wednesday, Dec. 2 at 3:30 p.m. in Watkins Room...

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President Davis featured in magazine article

Read Q&A with President Elizabeth Davis In a wide-ranging interview with Black Box Magazine, Furman President Elizabeth Davis talked about everything from growing up in New Orleans and playing in a band with Wynton Marsalis...

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For the birds

With the changing seasons come mass migrations of bird populations. Unfortunately, many birds perish during their travels when they collide with glass buildings. During the day, birds are unable to distinguish between reflection and real...

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Paladins collect record five SoCon Championships

Furman has never had a season like 2015. Neither has any other team in the Southern Conference. The Paladins became the first school to complete a sweep of all five fall league tournament championships when the...

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Terrorism and the Future of Europe: Professor Nelsen Weighs In

How will the attacks in Paris affect the political culture of Europe? Will it boost support for the far right politicians? These events will surely focus attention on security in Europe. Political parties that promise...

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Terrorism and the Future of Europe: Professor Nelsen Weighs In

The shock of the terrorist attacks that took place in Paris last week has been felt around the world, but the impact has been especially profound in Europe.  To gain a better understanding of what...

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