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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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Purple Diamonds shine at Furman sports events

Furman dance troupe Purple Diamonds was the brainchild of suitemates two years ago. They are still going strong, entertaining throngs of fans at Furman basketball and football games.

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Alumna’s string project reverberates throughout central Texas

A fixture on the Austin, Texas contemporary classical music scene, “viola nerd” Ames Asbell ’92 leads the Texas State String Project, making affordable music education available to children throughout the region.

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Joseph Vaughn Day will be held Friday, Jan. 26

The event begins at 12:15 in front of Daniel Chapel. This will be the first year the Black Alumni Council will present an annual award in honor of Idella Glenn '84.

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Department of Music announces spring calendar of events

Calendar includes dozens of performances by ensembles, faculty and guests. Most events are free of charge. All are open to the public.

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Furman’s first mariachi band featured on local news station and beyond

Sahid Palacios '25 brings traditional Mexican music to campus.

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2023: The Year in Review

The past 12 months were full of reminders that Furman truly is a special place. Take a moment to reflect.

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Paladin Regiment part of Greenville holiday tradition

Sue Samuels says the Paladin Regiment sets the tone for the annual Poinsettia Christmas Parade in downtown Greenville.

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Student leads Furman’s first mariachi band on campus

Music performance major Sahid Palacios '25 speaks to local news station about why he brought the genre to campus.

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Furman’s new weather station offers hyper-local storm and flood data

Whether the question is sweater vs. coat, or how much rain fell compared to what was predicted, the answer is now on Furman's campus.

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Senior investigates how the Appalachians formed

Connor Gregory ’24 got a close look at kyanite last summer at a Virginia mountain where the mineral is mined. He got an even closer look in a Furman lab as he prepared samples for...

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Furman unveils plaque acknowledging Cherokee land

Students, faculty and members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee were on hand for the unveiling.

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