The Classroom as a
Living Lab.
At Furman, our students tackle real-world spatial challenges for campus and community partners, transforming GIS theory into high-impact solutions. Browse two decades of student research.
Teaching through Research Pedagogy
We believe the best way to learn GIS is to do GIS. Our courses are built around applied, real-world projects and authentic research questions.
Collaborative Inquiry
Students troubleshoot issues, manage timelines, communicate with partners, and deliver professional-grade spatial analysis reports and posters.
Professional Partnerships
Dozens of community organizations rely on student research to make data-informed decisions for Greenville County each year.
Real Impact, Real Credits
Projects are presented to the Furman community, at professional conferences, and published in open-access venues such as StoryMaps.
Faculty as Research Leads
The instructor guides students through project development, data ethics, and spatial storytelling in a professional lab environment.
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