Furman University’s Policy on “Biological Men” in Women’s Amenities Ignores Science, Critics Say

Furman University's name on sign on a wall.
Furman University's name on sign on a wall.

Furman University’s policy allowing biological men identifying as women to access biological female amenities like dorms, bathrooms, and sports has sparked outrage.

Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) criticized the university on April 29, 2025, calling it “insanity” and accusing Furman of “selling out women to the woke trans mob.”

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Scientific consensus, such as a 2024 American College of Sports Medicine statement, highlights biological sex differences—men are typically 10-30% stronger and faster due to testosterone, creating unfair advantages in women’s sports and raising safety concerns in private spaces.

Mace, a former Citadel attendee, argues this policy undermines women’s rights and safety.

Critics, including conservative South Carolinians, demand Furman reconsider its stance, with some suggesting federal funding cuts.

Furman’s Transgender Student & Ally Resource Guide defends the policy, prioritizing inclusivity, but opposition continues to grow.

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