New York Times bestselling author to headline FMU’s Pee Dee Fiction and Poetry Festival
Author Celeste Ng, twice the author of a New York Times bestseller for her novels Everything I never Told You and Little Fires Everywhere, is the headliner for the annual Pee Dee Fiction and Poetry Festival at Francis Marion University.
FMU to reopen on Wednesday
Due to extensive flooding and widespread power outages throughout the Pee Dee River Basin, Francis Marion University will remain closed Monday and Tuesday.
Maintenance crews will be on campus Monday and Tuesday dealing with minor damage that occurred as a result of the storm, but essential systems on campus survived the storm in good shape.
Assuming major roadways are passable by mid-week, FMU will re-open on a normal schedule Wednesday.
Continue to monitor FMU’s website and social media channel for updates.
FMU ranked among U.S. News’ “Best Colleges”
Francis Marion University is once again ranked among U.S. News & World Report magazine’s top Regional Universities in the South.
FMU thoroughfare renamed Heyward Drive
At a ceremony Friday, University officials held a dedication ceremony for the new Heyward Drive. The naming honors Dr. Joseph E. “Joe” Heyward, who served FMU for more than 30 years as an instructor, administrator and provost.
FMU’s Industrial Engineering program receives its accreditation
Francis Marion University’s Industrial Engineering program has been accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, the highly respected worldwide leader in the accreditation of engineering and technology programs.
FMU welcomes 22 new faculty members 2018-19 academic year
Francis Marion University welcomed 22 new faculty members to campus as the 2018-19 academic year began.
FMU announces faculty tenure and promotions
Francis Marion University recently announced the promotion of 20 faculty members for the 2018-19 academic year.
Francis Marion ready to celebrate First Friday
Francis Marion University is prepared to party like never before with its inaugural First Friday @ FMU party.
Francis Marion recognizes faculty members for long-time service
Francis Marion University honored 17 long-time faculty members at its annual Faculty Breakfast earlier this week.
Carter details dynamic program growth, more new initiatives at FMU kickoff event
FMU President Dr. Fred Carter highlighted the dramatic growth of University’s academic programs, and its increasing impact on the region, at the FMU’s faculty breakfast Monday.
Sixth play by FMU professor to debut at Trustus
Another play by Francis Marion University’s Dr. Jon Tuttle is set to make its debut on the Thigpen Main Stage at Columbia’s Trustus Theatre.
FMU preparing to launch ‘First Generation’ initiative
FMU is launching a bold, new initiative designed to improve accessibility to the University for students who are the first in their families to attend college.