Furman Alumni

💜 We're grateful for the incredible generosity of @FurmanU Family members who committed more than $52.7 million in philanthropic support during the 2025 fiscal year! Read about the meaningful impact these gifts are making on the student experience at bit.ly/3TXP1Zm.

"It’s a blessing to me to be able to support our alma mater." Sarah Herring '66 H'01 has made a $1 million gift to support the Furman Women’s Impact Network (WIN). Read about the impact of Sarah's generous gift on student scholarships and experiences at bit.ly/4f6ZdbM.

"I was fortunate to have a wonderful mentor early in my career. Since then, I have tried to pay it forward whenever I have the opportunity. I love being able to do that with students at Furman." -Jan Maness '89 Sign up now at mentoring.furman.edu to be a Furman Connect Mentor!

This is your moment to be immortalized in the only cookbook that mixes Furman history with family recipes. But don’t let this opportunity simmer too long — the kitchen’s closing on July 31, so submit your recipes today at furman.edu/fu/bicentennia…!

Share your knowledge with a Furman student as a Furman Connect Mentor like Katherine AuBuchon '17! Register at mentoring.furman.edu. "I've deeply enjoyed being part of this program which takes very little time out of my day, but keeps me connected to my Furman community."

Paladin, n. - A heroic champion, a paragon of chivalry, and a strong supporter of a cause. @FurmanU's mascot is a knight on a horse, representing the historical concept of paladins as knights of Charlemagne's court, known for their courage and valor. 💜💪😈

Share your experience and knowledge with students in a 30-minute Career Conversation. Sign up to serve as a mentor at mentoring.furman.edu. "I remember craving this kind of guidance, and if I can offer that to even one student, it’s more than worth it." -Jordan Zahora '23

Counting down the days⏳ #FUAllTheTime

⏰Time is running out to raise funds that fuel opportunities for our students. Help us finish the gift year strong at bit.ly/4ktB0ya. Your annual gift TODAY allows the university to provide an environment where every student is engaged and nurtured.

⏰Time is running out to raise funds that fuel opportunities for our students. Help us finish the gift year strong at bit.ly/4ktB0ya. Your annual gift TODAY will have a direct impact on what Furman can accomplish for students and our community.

🚨Today is the last day of Furman's fiscal year and your support is needed now more than ever! Donate TODAY at bit.ly/4ktB0ya to be counted as a 2024-2025 donor. Your gift of ANY amount has a direct impact on what Furman can accomplish for students and our community.

The gift year ends tomorrow and time is running out to be included as a 2024-2025 donor. Every year, generous donors help us enhance the premier academic experiences that Furman offers our exceptional students. Give now at bit.ly/4ktB0ya before the June 30 deadline.

The end of the academic year is quickly approaching. Your annual gift by June 30 to a program, department, or area of campus you care about most will have an immediate impact on Furman's ability to support students in the upcoming year. Donate today at bit.ly/4ktB0ya!

Serve as a Furman Connect Mentor to share your experience and knowledge with students in a 30-min Career Conversation. Sign up at mentoring.furman.edu. "I enjoy connecting with students because any advice an alumnus can provide can be highly valuable." -Les Knight '76

Furman's Hill Institute for Innovation and Entrepreneurship hosted a week-long Innovation Academy for high school students, where students built new ventures with 16 corporate partners and included business modeling, filming commercials, and due diligence projects. Just one…

Time is running out to submit recipes for our upcoming bicentennial cookbook, “In the Kitchen with Furman: Celebrating 200 Years.” 📖 Join this community effort by sending in a favorite meal at furman.edu/fu/bicentennia…. Submissions are open to anyone with a @FurmanU connection!

The Lakeside Concert Band presents "Let Freedom Ring" with the Greenville Chorale this Thursday, June 26, at 7:30 p.m. in the @FurmanU amphitheater. A fireworks display tops off the show. Free and open to the public. tinyurl.com/52b827zx @furmanmusic @FurmanBands 🎇🎆🎇🇺🇸

Share your experience and knowledge in a 30-min Career Conversation at mentoring.furman.edu. "I enjoy mentoring Furman students because it's a way to serve as an experienced reference to guide their early transitions to post-graduate life." -Dr. Zachary Prudowsky '11

The Paladin Career Trek in Atlanta was a success! In early May, students explored career options, heard from professionals in media, marketing, arts and entertainment, and networked with alumni. Click here to learn more about Career Treks: furman.edu/career-service…

Share your experience and knowledge in a 30-min Career Conversation at mentoring.furman.edu. "It's rewarding to see students gain clarity & confidence and to know that a single conversation can make a lasting impact." -Katie Thompson ’13, Creative Director at Table 301