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Lunchbox Learning
The Vietnam War through Film Footage Presenter: Dr. Greg Wilsbacher, MIRC, USC Join Dr. Greg Wilsbacher, Curator of Newsfilm and Military Collections for the Moving Image Research Collections of the University of South Carolina for at the Vietnam War through film. Learn about the film-making activities of the Marine Corps, discover the background on the... Read more »
Museum Day
Museum Day is an annual celebration of boundless curiosity hosted by Smithsonian magazine. Participating museums and cultural institutions across the country provide free entry to anyone presenting a Museum Day ticket. The Museum Day ticket provides free admission for two people on Saturday, September 22, 2018. Tickets will be available for the public to download... Read more »
History Speaks with Rev. Dr. David Crum
The Far-Away Dream: My Vietnam Memoir Retired Naval Chaplain Rev. Dr. David Crum is the striking young face with the haunting blue eyes featured in one of the photographs from Picturing Nam: U.S. Military Photography of the Vietnam War from the National Archives. Join Dr. Crum in person to learn the story behind the photograph and how... Read more »
The Upcountry’s Sacred Spaces Bus Tour
Join Bill Fitzpatrick, author and photographer, for a guided tour of the Upcountry's own sacred spaces. Discover historic churches, uncover centuries old graveyards, and learn how you can be a part of the future preservation efforts to save these sacred sites. Seating is limited. Tickets are $55 per person, members receive a $5 discount. Tickets... Read more »
High Noon
High Noon is presented by Furman University. All lectures begin at noon on Wednesdays and last one hour. For more information, contact Furman’s University Communications office at 864-294-3107 or vince.moore@furman.edu. “International Trade: Where Do We Go From Here?” Thomas Smythe, Professor of Business, Furman University At a time when President Trump’s trade policies have created... Read more »
Lunchbox Learning
“South Carolina's Sacred Spaces” Presenter: Bill Fitzpatrick, author & photographer Join author and photographer Bill Fitzpatrick for an exploration of the historic sacred spaces across the state of South Carolina. Discover the history of a select group of Upstate churches, investigate the current state of these unique architectural structures, and learn how you can be... Read more »
High Noon
High Noon is presented by Furman University. All lectures begin at noon on Wednesdays and last one hour. For more information, contact Furman’s University Communications office at 864-294-3107 or vince.moore@furman.edu. “Phishing, Twitter Bombs and Trolls: How to Hack an American Presidential Election” J. Thomas Allen, Daniel Distinguished Professor of Computer Science Emeritus, Furman University Digital... Read more »
American History Book Club
The Poinsett Club 807 East Washington Street, Greenville, SC, United StatesHighs and Lows of the American Presidency: Past, Present and Future The American History Book Club and Furman University cordially invite you to An Evening with Douglas Brinkley Presidential Historian and Best-Selling Author For more information, respond by email to nancy.liebezeit@furman.edu or call 864.294.2173.
High Noon
High Noon is presented by Furman University. All lectures begin at noon on Wednesdays and last one hour. For more information, contact Furman’s University Communications office at 864-294-3107 or vince.moore@furman.edu. “Red Wave? Blue Wave? Forecasting the Midterm Election” Danielle Vinson, Professor of Politics and International Affairs, Furman University Most of the pundits expect major Democratic... Read more »
High Noon
High Noon is presented by Furman University. All lectures begin at noon on Wednesdays and last one hour. For more information, contact Furman’s University Communications office at 864-294-3107 or vince.moore@furman.edu. “Back to Normal? Analyzing the Results of the Midterm Election” Jim Guth, William R. Kenan, Jr. Professor of Politics and International Affairs, Furman University American... Read more »
