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Dec
18

19-year-old double major graduates from FMU with prestigious experience and lofty goals

Computer science and math double major Austin Freeman received his diploma at FMU's commencement ceremonies this weekend. At just 19 years old, Freeman is getting an early jumpstart to what promises to be a prosperous career in the computer science industry.   The Florence native first became interested in FMU after participating in the dual [...]
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Dec
16

FMU celebrates graduates at Fall 2023 commencement ceremonies

Francis Marion University celebrated the accomplishments of its Fall 2023 graduating class in two commencement ceremonies held in the Smith University Center. Over 200 degrees were awarded to undergraduate and graduate students, with 96% of the graduating class comprised of residents from South Carolina.  This commencement also marked the fiftieth FMU Commencement for President Fred [...]
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Dec
12

Here Come (More!) Docs

FMU is launching two new doctoral programs in the next year, a further sign of the university’s burgeoning academic prowess.

By Tori Payne | Alumni Magazine . FMU Focus Fa23
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Dec
11

FMU to hold two fall 2023 Commencement Ceremonies

Francis Marion University will hold commencement ceremonies on Friday, December 15 and Saturday, December 16 for its fall 2023 graduating class. Two ceremonies will be held in the Smith University Center and include graduates from the university’s four academic schools and colleges. Each graduate will be allowed ten guests, and a ticket is required for [...]
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Dec
08

Going Up

FMU’s campus continues to buzz with sound construction and progress as additions and improvements are put in place.

By Tori Payne | Alumni Magazine . FMU Focus Fa23
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Dec
06

FMU Timeline – Fall 2023

A look at recent events across campus and in the FMU community.

By Kelly Cross | Alumni Magazine . FMU Focus Fa23
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Dec
06

Letter from the President

After years of planning and hard work, the university has arrived at a good place, but a different place from where it was 25 years ago.

By Kelly Cross | Alumni Magazine . FMU Focus Fa23
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Nov
29

You Can Do It, You Can Do It…

If he ever needs any confirmation of that, he can just pick up his plaque and take a look.

By Kelly Cross | Alumni Magazine . FMU Focus Fa23
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Nov
29

The Gift of Time

De Montluzin appreciated the recognition and the monetary award that accompanied it, but her favorite aspect of the award was the time it afforded for research.

By Kelly Cross | Alumni Magazine . FMU Focus Fa23
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Nov
29

Doing What He is Supposed to

The research and scholarship bug bit Kaufman at an early age, perhaps leaping over from his father Burton, a history professor at the University of Miami (Ohio) and a few other places.

By Kelly Cross | Alumni Magazine . FMU Focus Fa23
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Nov
29

In Good Company

Kyer, who is also the recipient of FMU’s J. Lorin Mason Distinguished Professor Award, says earning Trustees’ Research Scholar status validated his career choice and made him feel part of a great company of scholars.

By Kelly Cross | Alumni Magazine . FMU Focus Fa23
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Nov
22

Great Teachers, Great Scholars

Great teaching is not a bad thing for which to be known, but there was always more at FMU.

By Kelly Cross | Alumni Magazine . FMU Focus Fa23
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