Amanda Richey

Technology is responsible for affecting the ways professors at Furman and around the country publish their work, whether their work is peer-reviewed or published on non-traditional platforms such as blogs and newspapers.

After attracting more than 1000 attendees in its first year, the World Religions Symposium is back, seeking to encourage religious dialogue with a series of seven CLPs focusing on Jewish identity and theology. Called “Judaism: Ancient Conversation, Contemporary Voices,” the series runs from Oct. 22 to Dec. 2 and boasts thirteen sponsors — including the Office of the Chaplain, the Jewish Student Association, and the Religious Council — emphasizing an interdisciplinary approach to understanding religious traditions.

It’s only been open a few weeks, but already the new Center for Academic Success has been achieving results worthy of its name. Located in the basement of the library near Information Technology Services, the Center includes the Office of Academic Assistance and the Center for Teaching and Learning, which houses the Writing and Media Lab.