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SUMMARY:Data Analytics for Education–R Scripting
DESCRIPTION:This certificate program unlocks the power of automation by showing how to convert work done in spreadsheets to using scripts that can be easily read\, executed\, and shared. This change unlocks a “do it once” workflow that frees analysts to focus on improvements\, automation\, and more in-depth analysis instead of rote tasks. The written instructions of the script are created in an intuitive language to precisely describe operations like selecting\, filtering\, renaming\, grouping\, and summarizing rows and columns of data—all using free statistical software. \nWe will be using the R software package because\, compared to using Excel\, you will be more efficient\, you will be better equipped to work with large data sets\, you will be able to create better & more complete reports\, your graphics will be more explanatory\, and your reports will be better structured\, more repeatable\, and more informative. \nThis course is the beginning of your path to get from spreadsheets to scripting—we will use the language of spreadsheets (rows\, columns\, filtering\, data lookup\, etc.) to introduce and explain. The workshop is interactive and applied\, focusing on IR problems common to universities\, such as admissions\, retention\, learning effectiveness\, and diversity. Each week unlocks new abilities and ideas you can use right away. \nLive sessions held every week on Wednesdays from 3:00 pm–4:30 pm EST starting: \n\nJune 3\, 10\, 17 and 24\n\nProblem Sessions hosted Mondays from 3–4 pm EST starting: \n\nJune 8\, 15\, 22\, and 29\n\nFinal Project due Wednesday\, July 1
URL:https://innovationlab.furman.edu/event/data-analytics-for-education-r-scripting/
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SUMMARY:AI Innovation Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Discover real-world AI applications from Furman Innovation Lab’s Applied AI for Professional Practice program. Come curious and leave connected! \nJoin us for an evening of networking with participants who’ve spent eight weeks designing AI-enabled solutions to real organizational challenges. Mingle with business\, tech and community leaders while exploring projects ranging from product concepts to AI-supported decision tools to workflow optimization systems. \nThis is a drop-in event\, you’re welcome to arrive and depart at your convenience. \n– Wednesday\, July 22 – 4:30–7:00 p.m. – Furman Innovation Lab @ Flywheel Coworking – 25 Goldsmith St\, Greenville\, SC 29609 – Register by July 8: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ai-innovation-showcase-tickets-1991927342302
URL:https://innovationlab.furman.edu/event/ai-innovation-showcase/
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SUMMARY:Fiction as a Gateway to Nonfiction Inquiry – Free Webinar
DESCRIPTION:How can fiction spark deeper thinking\, stronger vocabulary and meaningful inquiry? \nJoin educational consultant and author Lester Laminack for “Fiction as a Gateway to Nonfiction Inquiry\,” a free webinar exploring how a well-chosen story can introduce new ideas\, prompt questions and open the door to further reading and research. \n\nMonday\, August 3 \n4:00–5:00 p.m. \nFree webinar \n\nRegister here: https://furman.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_mt7TvKMfTmWu1RHTzVKEGg#/registration
URL:https://innovationlab.furman.edu/event/fiction-as-a-gateway-to-nonfiction-inquiry-free-webinar/
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SUMMARY:Certificate in Corporate Entrepreneurship
DESCRIPTION:The Certificate in Corporate Entrepreneurship (CCE) is an applied is a five-month long\, cohort-based program designed to equip professionals with the tools\, frameworks\, and mindset to lead innovation from within their organizations. With 1–2 in-person sessions each month\, this format supports participation from working professionals to immerse themselves in the entrepreneurial mindset while applying corporate innovation tools to build a business within a business in real time. \nThrough a hands-on\, modular curriculum\, participants develop the mindset\, methods\, and muscle to launch new ventures\, products\, or services inside their organizations. They’ll learn how to move an idea through ideation\, validation\, and execution while aligning with corporate strategy and gaining stakeholder buy-in. \nParticipants progress through 5 modules and the program includes both a pre-course pitch session and a final presentation. \nFall 2026 Schedule: \nPre-course Pitch: Friday\, 8/7 (virtual\, noontime) \nProgram Dates: (in-person) \n\nMonth 1: 8/12 and 13\nMonth 2: 9/8 and 9\nMonth 3: 10/6 and 7\nMonth 4: 11/10 and 11\n\nMeeting Time: 8:30 am–4:30 pm \nFall 2026 Final Course Presentations and Graduation: Wednesday\, December 9\, 2026 \n  \nLearn more and register
URL:https://innovationlab.furman.edu/event/certificate-in-corporate-entrepreneurship/
CATEGORIES:Innovation,Leadership
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SUMMARY:Professional Certificate – Community Action and Policy (Fall 2026)
DESCRIPTION:This course helps community members and emerging leaders move from concern to effective action by providing practical organizing and advocacy skills. Participants learn how to mobilize others\, build partnerships and sustain momentum around shared goals. It also demystifies the process of creating and changing policies\, providing people with clearer entry points to influence decisions that affect their communities. Overall\, the course equips individuals with the tools and confidence to turn ideas into structured\, lasting community impact. \nSchedule: \n\nIn Person\nTuesdays from 5:00–6:30 p.m. (Fall 2026 term runs August 25–December 8\, 2026)\n\nLearn More
URL:https://innovationlab.furman.edu/event/professional-certificate-community-action-and-policy-fall-2026/
CATEGORIES:Professional Certificate
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SUMMARY:Fall 2026 Women’s Leadership Initiative
DESCRIPTION:The first day of our Fall 2026 Women’s Leadership Initiative (WLI) meets once a month on Fridays starting September 2026  through January 2027. \n\nFall 2026 Dates: September 18\, October 16\, November 13\, December 11\, January 8\, 2027\n\nFour Modules will be covered over the five sessions\, starting with Self-Awareness as a Leader\, Communication for Leaders\, Leading Teams\, and Innovative Leadership. The cost of the program is $2495\, and non-profits and governments qualify for a discount and scholarship opportunities are available. \nTo learn more and register\, visit our website here.
URL:https://innovationlab.furman.edu/event/fall-2026-womens-leadership-initiative/
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Women's Leadership
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SUMMARY:Fall 2026 Foundations of Leadership
DESCRIPTION:Uncover Potential and Unlock Your Leadership Journey\nFoundations of Leadership is an immersive course designed to develop key skills and competencies that will enable new leaders to succeed. In this one-day interactive course participants will develop an understanding of key leadership principles and outcomes\, identify the core values that define their personal leadership brand\, and develop skills for giving and receiving developmental feedback. \nEmpowers New Leaders To: \n\nCraft a Leadership Brand\nGive and Receive Developmental Feedback\nDrive Leadership Outcomes\n\nLearn more from our full webpage or  register here!
URL:https://innovationlab.furman.edu/event/fall-2026-foundations-of-leadership/
CATEGORIES:Leadership
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SUMMARY:Professional Certificate – Grant Writing and Fundraising (Spring 2027)
DESCRIPTION:This course is designed for community members\, nonprofit staff and emerging leaders who want to secure funding to support social impact initiatives. It is well-suited for individuals responsible for fundraising\, grant writing or resource development in nonprofit organizations\, community groups or advocacy programs. Additionally\, it appeals to students and professionals seeking practical skills in managing grants\, cultivating donors and implementing funding strategies to drive meaningful change. \nSchedule: \n\nIn Person\n\nJanuary 13\, 2027–April 21\, 2027 \n\nWednesdays\, 5:00–6:30 pm\n\n  \nLearn More
URL:https://innovationlab.furman.edu/event/professional-certificate-grant-writing-and-fundraising-spring-2027/
CATEGORIES:Professional Certificate
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SUMMARY:Spring 2027 Women’s Leadership Initiative
DESCRIPTION:The first day of our Spring 2027 Women’s Leadership Initiative (WLI) meets once a month on Fridays starting January 2027  through May 2027. Virtual meetings meet in-between each of the scheduled in-person dates. \n\nSpring 2027: January 22\, February 19\, March 12\, April 2\, May 7\, 2027\n\nFour Modules will be covered over the five sessions\, starting with Self-Awareness as a Leader\, Communication for Leaders\, Leading Teams\, and Innovative Leadership. The cost of the program is $2495\, and non-profits and governments qualify for a discount and scholarship opportunities are available. \nTo learn more and register\, visit our website here.
URL:https://innovationlab.furman.edu/event/spring-2027-womens-leadership-initiative/
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Women's Leadership
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SUMMARY:Spring 2027 Foundations of Leadership
DESCRIPTION:Uncover Potential and Unlock Your Leadership Journey\nFoundations of Leadership is an immersive course designed to develop key skills and competencies that will enable new leaders to succeed. In this one-day interactive course participants will develop an understanding of key leadership principles and outcomes\, identify the core values that define their personal leadership brand\, and develop skills for giving and receiving developmental feedback. \nEmpowers New Leaders To: \n\nCraft a Leadership Brand\nGive and Receive Developmental Feedback\nDrive Leadership Outcomes\n\nLearn more from our full webpage or  register here!
URL:https://innovationlab.furman.edu/event/spring-2027-foundations-of-leadership/
CATEGORIES:Innovation,Leadership
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