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Since its founding in 1826, Furman has equipped doers, thinkers and creatives with tools to understand the past, know the present and work towards the development of a better future. Inspired by this rich tradition, how might we fuel a movement of innovation, creativity and entrepreneurship that links the liberal arts and humanities with the sciences to create sustainable solutions for the grand challenges of our times? At Furman, students, faculty, administrators and alumni are crossing disciplines to ask bold questions about the role of the university in an age of constant change. How might we equip learners of all ages with tools for navigating uncertainty and bringing ideas to life? How might we put theory into practice by engaging the community in new ways? How might we work together across disciplines to create solutions that have real-world impact? By using tools like design thinking and social entrepreneurship as strategies for engaged learning, we're creating a strategy that will move Furman forward. {{#Widget:Youtube|id= 81sGHz6ZpM0}}
= A History of Engaged Learning =
Furman Creative Collaborative''':''' this student-run studio led by the Furman Creative Collaborative equips students from across campus with tools, space and a community of support to bring ideas to life. In the years ahead, FCC satellite groups will include TEDxFurmanU, Fine Arts Entrepreneurial Society, POP Studio, WPLS Radio, Startup @ Furman, Design for America and others.
=== New Living-Learning Communities: <br/> ===
'''''How might we build upon the Engaged Living program to create new living-learning communities that creates space for students to explore creativity, entrepreneurship and innovation outside of classes and clubs?'''''
Clemson MBA Program: How might we connect undergraduate students at Furman with graduate students in Clemson’s MBA program through projects and events hosted on campus and in downtown Greenville? These events could be framed around solving community problems and designing real-world solutions that make an impact.
=== Faculty-Student Learning Communities: <br/> ===
'''''How might we create space for faculty and students to explore emergent trends in entrepreneurship, innovation, creativity and technology through open learning communities and online courses?'''''
'''V) Collaboration Lab'''<br/>Meeting space for 10-12 people with flexible furniture in a glass-enclosed room
= Summary<br/> =
Engaged learning is the thread woven through the fabric of our university. We engage in internships, in experiences abroad and in stimulating seminars, but how might we come together to engage with each other in new ways? How might we open new doors to engage with our community? How might we engage our creativity to design new solutions for the some of the world’s messiest problems?
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At Furman, we are actively exploring the perspectives of students, professors and an ever-expanding network of collaborators to understand how design thinking and social innovation are shaping the future of higher education. This is only the beginning of our journey, but one thing is certain: we’ll be engage.d.
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