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The Nancy Cooper Valentine’s Dance for Exceptional Adults Fund provides financial stability for this annual Heller Service Corps event. Your gift honors Ms. Nancy's legacy of service and leadership.
Donate at furman.edu/nancycooper to support this beloved Furman experience.
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The Nancy Cooper Valentine’s Dance for Exceptional Adults Fund provides financial stability for this annual Heller Service Corps event. Your gift honors Ms. Nancy's legacy of service and leadership. Donate at furman.edu/nancycooper to support this beloved Furman experience.
Dins Day '24 Wellness, Belonging, & Community
On #DinsDay, boost student wellness and well-being, ensuring that Furman is inclusive for students of every life experience.
Make a gift at bit.ly/3vAZIsa to join others in investing in programs dedicated to physical and emotional wellness, rich social engagement, community collaboration, and spaces built for independent exploration and teamwork.
Dins Day '24 Athletics
Invest in Paladin student-athletes, teams, facilities, coaches, and training programs with a #DinsDay gift at bit.ly/3vAZIsa.
Join others in supporting our student-athletes who are competitors in the classroom and on the field, rising to the occasion to meet Furman’s rigorous academic and training schedules.
Dins Day '24 Institutes
Propel the reach, range, and scale of our four distinctive Institutes with a #DinsDay gift.
Donate at bit.ly/3vAZIsa to expand the hands-on learning and career preparation available for students through our exceptional institutes!
Support scholarships on #DinsDay to help remove financial barriers students face in achieving a Furman degree. Donate now at bit.ly/3vAZIsa to ensure the student community continues to be comprised of individuals with exceptional academic ability, diversity, and drive.
Thank you to our Furman Family for your generous #GivingTuesday support. Students will benefit from more than $610,000 in additional funding thanks to nearly 800 total gifts donated across 134 funds. That’s worth celebrating! 💜 See the challenge winners and more at furman.edu/givingtuesday.
Competition and Failure: Two Things Every Entrepreneur Shouldn’t Fear
It’s natural to not like competition, but having it is key for successful entrepreneurs. In this episode of the Class E Podcast, we talked with Fred Cary, a serial entrepreneur and thought leader who has over thirty years of experience. Cary discusses the various successful companies he has taken to the next level and shares how his current company, Idea Pros, provides anyone a path into the entrepreneurial world. He also encourages entrepreneurs to view failure and competition as good things in their ventures.
Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3rnhA7U
Class E Podcast
There are important questions we must all ask ourselves. One major question is, “How do I want to spend my day?” In this episode of the Class E Podcast, we talked to Jason Richards ‘01, the Global Business Director and shareholder of the commercial real estate property management firm, NAI Earle Furman. Richards discusses how his involvement with non-profits led him to where he is today. He shares why it's key for entrepreneurs to listen and reflect, and the importance of passion in a career or venture. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3r6gopi
Making Data Analysis Usable: A Conversation with Guest Spencer Tate
Analyzing data can be a daunting task, but what if there was a more usable program to do so? In this episode of the Class E Podcast, we sat down with Spencer Tate ‘24 to discuss his and co-founder, Nemath Ahmed’s, data analytics platform, dotflo. Reminiscing on his win at the 2023 Paladin Pitch Competition, Tate shares what he’s learned on his entrepreneurial journey and the reality of having opportunity costs in life. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3qFNigl
Through their generosity, Gordon ’65 and Sarah ’66 Herring have provided tremendous opportunities for music students at Furman. Join the Herrings by supporting students in the Department of Music at bit.ly/3DkBov5 or see ways you can make an impact on student scholarships by visiting furman.edu/clearlyfurman. Furman University Music News
Why Not Me?
When no one gives you a chance what do you do? You create your own. And that’s exactly what Imani Grace King ‘19 did when she created Jig Productions. In this episode of the Class E Podcast, we sat down with the Furman alum as she shares her entrepreneurial journey through the creation of her film company. King talks about the catalyst for starting the company in the middle of a pandemic and the importance of realizing self-worth. In our conversation, she gives key advice for success in the entertainment industry and how she’s providing opportunities for other creatives. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3pQnz4b
Thank you to the members of the Furman family who came together this #DinsDay to contribute more than 2,000 gifts totaling $1.43MM! Your generosity means we can continue to provide top-notch student opportunities, academic and scholarship support, and an unparalleled education at Furman University. Read more about the impact 2,300+ alumni, students, parents and friends made in supporting our institution and its students during our 9th annual celebration of Paladin pride and philanthropy: bit.ly/3pc0Te6
The Carl F. Kohrt Distinguished Alumni Award was presented to Karen Parks ’83 in recognition of her significant professional accomplishments during her musical career. Parks is a Billboard chart-topper, Fulbright Scholar and Olivier Award nominee. A world-renowned soprano, she continues to perform both nationally and internationally. Learn more about Parks and see other #BellTowerBall award winners at bit.ly/3lUt3IP.