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To help fund student projects, start ups and events, the Furman Office of Development launched FUEL Furman - a crowd-funding platform that offers donors the opportunity to fund a smaller project in scope and cost. Each spring, Furman students nominate potential projects for FUEL Furman. Fundraising takes place during a set time frame and donors can watch their dollars immediately impact dollar totals. [http://alumni.furman.edu/fuel-furman Explore] 2014's projects below and find out how your gift, no matter the size, can immediately help Furman students.

[[File:Furman2.png]] '''Student Organizations: ~~ ~~'''<br/span> <br/~~span~~>During their time on campus, many students choose to pursue their passions by joining student organizations, leading community projects or participating in Greek Life.  These organizations introduce students to concepts related to entrepreneurship, technology and innovation by hosting various events, cultural life programs and conferences.  <br/>The '''Furman Creative Collaborative (FCC) '''is a student-led movement of creativity and innovation that was started by three freshmen in 2012. What began as a critique of student media organizations on campus evolved into a broader discussion about design, creativity and innovation and its role in shaping future of the liberal arts. From connecting students to a global coversation about [http://knight.miami.edu/oncities/ the future of the city ]to hosting talks by creatives like [http://www.artisanalpencilsharpening.com Artisinal Pencil Pusher] David Rees, FCC sparks curiosity among the student body - indirectly planting the seeds of entrepreneurship. In the years to come, FCC plans to host engaging events on storytelling, start-ups and brand-building - along with off the wall speakers and experimental events that remind students to approach life with a playful spirit. Check out this [https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B3xmm5ZC_rfKMlBkblpoNE50Vms/preview PDF] for more insight into how the movement emerged and where it's headed.

[[File:Tedx.png]]'''[[Www.tedxfurmanu.com| TEDxFurmanU]]''' is an annual student-run TEDx event affiliated with the Furman Creative Collaborative. When the group acquired a license to host its first conference in 2013, organizers invited students, teachers, authors, founders, and creatives to Furman’s campus to discuss the theme of “Redesigning Education.” In March of 2014, the group will host its second annual conference at the Peace Center’s Gunter Theater in downtown Greenville around the theme “Stories: The Common Thread of Our Humanity.”

<div>The [http://www2.furman.edu/studentlife/leadership/ShuckerLeadershipInstitute/Pages/default.aspx Shucker Leadership Institute ]at Furman is a comprehensive program designed to foster change in students and the greater Greenville community. A Shucker Fellow engages in a four year experience and gains an understanding of personal strengths as a leader, practices collaborative leadership and learns how to be a catalyst for change. Each year, 25 candidates are chosen to become New Fellows in the Shucker Leadership Institute. SLI's guided process is intended to enhance the college experience and prepare an individual for a lifetime of meaningful leadership and service in any field.</div><div> The '''Furman Robotics Team''' is a student-run organization that connects people with an interest in robotics and electronics to collaborate on small projects - both for fun and those that are entered in regional and national competitions. Every new member is taught basic electronics and programming skills and is assigned to a group of 3-5 people working on a shared project. Group president Evdokiya Kostadinova shares, "No previous experience is needed, just pure enthusiasm." </div><div>~~ [[File:Furman4.png]]~~ </div><div>In 1988, Furman's Board of Trustees transferred $100,000 to form '''The Investment Club''' from the school’s endowment. Since then, the club's members have used that balance to identify investment strategies, purchase stocks and gain experience in the world of finance. The group also hosts events with Greenville's business leaders. The club currently meets twice a month to learn about investment topics and study its portfolio. '''The StudioLab,''' a branch of the Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL), offers Furman students, faculty and staff access to cutting-edge technology. Student consultants provide one-on-one assistance in learning to use all forms of technology, including assistance with writing. We offer both assistance with collaborative digital projects and one-on-one writing consultations. The mission of the Writing & Media is to facilitate the effective use of communication technologies at Furman and initiate learning experiences through collaboration.  The '''Environmental Action Group (EAG)'''''' i'''s the campus go-to group for environmental and sustainable movements on campus. They aim to educate the campus on how to live in an eco-friendly way, while doing service projects and hosting events that support their philosophy. Efforts include demonstrations of sustainable technologies, discussions around social entrepreneurship and explorations of sustainable solutions for issues of waste, transportation, climate change and energy.  </div><div> [[File:Furman5.png]] In the Art Department, Furman's '''Fine Arts Entrepreneurship Society (FAES)''' fosters interest and growth in visual studies by demonstrating the value of the arts through entrepreneurial activities. The organization accomplishes this through events, social activities, field trips, workshops, and lectures with artists, designers and entrepreneurs. Speakers have included world-renowned surf artist [http://drewbrophy.com Drew Brophy], who hosted a workshop and lecture students on how to build a carreer around making what matters to them.  FU Art is also home to '''[[Www.createathon.org|CreateAthon]] ''' on Campus: a 24 Hour pro bono design and branding blitz for social good. This annual event brings students from across campus together with mentors and designers that build brands and movements for Fortune 500 companies, social ventures and start-ups alike. CreateAthon is planned in partnership with local non profits - who are the client for the project. In addition, students work with faculty and mentors from word-of-mouth marketing firm Brains on Fire and the national CreateAthon movement to bring ideas to life. Above all, Furman students are known for their passion, enthusiasm and willingness to do things differently to have fun. From floating a giant swan made out of plastic bottles on the lake to shed light on consumption habits to planning a giant flashmob with the president in downtown Greenville, the student body isn't afraid to do things differently. It's time to harness this energy and enthusiasm and channel it through entrepreneurship and innovation, which will equip students with the tools and skill sets needed to create new solutions for the world's most pressing problems. </div>

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