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Dec
15

MBA grad says the struggle pays off

Earning a master’s level degree is tough. Earning one while working a demanding, full-time job is even tougher. But with the right educational partner it can work out. Just ask Eddie Vergara.

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Dec
15

FMU Biology majors enjoy high-level research opportunities during their undergraduate careers

Undergraduate studies are all about preparation for real research. But for FMU students Rachel Fleschner and Kristin Ingram, their undergraduate years included a heavy dose of higher-level research within their chosen majors.

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Dec
14

FMU Nursing students gather for ceremony

The latest graduating class of Francis Marion University’s lauded Nursing Program held a Nurse Pinning Ceremony Thursday evening at FMU’s Chapman Auditorium.

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Dec
14

First doctoral class at FMU set to begin matriculation

Francis Marion University’s first class of doctoral students is nearly complete and will begin their studies in January when FMU’s spring semester begins.

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Dec
09

Grants give students in FMU School of Business the tools needed to produce real world industry forecasts

What do the pickles in a Chick-Fil-A chicken sandwich cost and how does that affect the fast food giant’s bottom line?

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Dec
08

Ghartey-Tagoe, Buckhannon to receive honorary degrees at FMU commencement

FMU will award honorary degrees to an power company executive and South Carolina Family Court Bench judge during fall commencement ceremonies Saturday at 10 a.m.

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Dec
06

CCU, FMU partner with Baruch Foundation to create new humanities institute

CCU and FMU have entered into an agreement with the Belle W. Baruch Foundation to create the Belle W. Baruch Institute for South Carolina Studies.

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Dec
05

FMU math tournament hosts 41st contest

For the past 38 years, the equation “Francis Marion + the Pee Dee’s top math students” has always equaled the Pee Dee Regional High School Mathematics Tournament.

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Dec
01

FMU PA’s gather for White Coat ceremony

The inaugural class of FMU’s Physician Assistant program gathered at Chapman Auditorium for a White Coat ceremony.

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Dec
01

Francis Marion’s Phi Alpha Theta chapter named country’s best

One of Francis Marion University’s most decorated honor societies, the Phi Alpha Theta History honors society, has won yet another national award.

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Nov
21

Leadership FMU recognizes tenth class, outstanding alum

Francis Marion Leadership FMU celebrated its tenth cohort with a ceremony honoring the 19 students to participate in the course Monday night.

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Nov
16

Carter touts FMU’s financial health, numerous initiatives  

FMU President Dr. Fred Carter told the University’s trustees Thursday that the FMU’s fiscal health has “never been better,” and that it is well-positioned for the future.

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