Registration is now open for StraightTalk 2021, a three-part series that will explore the continued impact of structural racism — the broad system of policies, practices, structures, and norms that perpetuate and reinforce racial inequities — in the United States and what we can do as a community and a country to create a more just society.
In an evening of eight-minute talks, seven Furman professors of politics and international affairs will discuss the United States’ engagement with various regions and how it impacts the U. S.’s ability to promote American interests and values more broadly. Have we missed opportunities for better relations? What is the impact today of U.S. foreign policy […]
Since the advent of social media, millions have used the internet to raise their voices. But in an increasingly polarized landscape, some users across the political spectrum feel that their speech is under threat from others. As bipartisan interest in government regulation of social media companies grows, it raises the question: Are Americans as committed […]
Three nights of compelling discussion. Real-world examples of action happening now. Stories of how anyone can plug into the climate movement. Join The Riley Institute @Furman University for three consecutive Tuesdays beginning August 30 for “A New Climate Movement: Acting on Solutions that Work.” Get tickets here.
OUR FRAGILE DEMOCRACY A Three-part Series | August 29, September 6, September 12 | 6:30 p.m. McAlister Auditorium, Furman University A wide majority of Americans say our democracy is in crisis. Is it possible that the United States, the world’s oldest democracy, will not survive the threats it faces? Join us at 6:30 p.m. August 29 (Tuesday), September 6 (Wednesday), […]
OUR FRAGILE DEMOCRACY A Three-part Series | August 29, September 6, September 12 | 6:30 p.m. McAlister Auditorium, Furman University A wide majority of Americans say our democracy is in crisis. Is it possible […]
Join the Riley Institute and South Carolina ETV on Monday Feb. 12th from 6:30-8:30 PM in the Burgiss Theatre in the Trone Student Center at Furman University for an exclusive pre-screening of Breaking the News This documentary follows a scrappy, diverse group of women and LGBTQ+ journalists banding together to launch The 19th*, a digital news start-up […]
HOW AMERICA’S CULTURE WARS INFLUENCE PUBLIC PERCEPTION AND POLICY DURING THE 2024 ELECTION SEASON PRESENTED BY THE RILEY INSTITUTE AND OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE IN COLLABORATION WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF […]
HOW AMERICA’S CULTURE WARS INFLUENCE PUBLIC PERCEPTION AND POLICY DURING THE 2024 ELECTION SEASON PRESENTED BY THE RILEY INSTITUTE AND OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE IN COLLABORATION WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF […]
HOW AMERICA’S CULTURE WARS INFLUENCE PUBLIC PERCEPTION AND POLICY DURING THE 2024 ELECTION SEASON PRESENTED BY THE RILEY INSTITUTE AND OSHER LIFELONG LEARNING INSTITUTE IN COLLABORATION WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF POLITICS AND INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS September 3, 10, and 17 | 6:30 p.m. | McAlister Auditorium at Furman University The U.S. 2024 presidential election has been […]