Have you discovered the cool, new way to locate books in the library? If you have a cell phone, you can text yourself citations from the library catalog. Just click on the “Send via Text Message” button to text yourself an item’s title, call number and location. When you click on “Send via Text Message,” . . .Continue reading Send via Text Message
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Furman on the Move: The Plyler Years
Have you ever wondered who Plyler Hall was named for? A new exhibit is on display in the Library Special Collections. Furman on the Move: The Plyler Years 1939-1964 chronicles the many ways in which Furman University shifted and adapted during the presidency of Dr. John L. Plyler. Through pictures, letters, and other memorabilia the . . .Continue reading Furman on the Move: The Plyler Years
I Love My Librarian Award
The I Love My Librarian Award encourages library users to recognize the accomplishments of exceptional librarians that are making a difference in the lives of people in their communities. The award is administered by the American Library Association’s Campaign for America’s Libraries with support from the Carnegie Corporation and the New York Times. Nominations are . . .Continue reading I Love My Librarian Award
9/11 E-book Collection
In commemoration of the tenth anniversary of September 11th, ebrary is providing open access to a collection of e-books related to the tragic events of that day. The 15 titles in this collection are displayed on the Library’s homepage in the rotating images of e-books. Throughout the month of September, library patrons may access and . . .Continue reading 9/11 E-book Collection
Commemorating 9/11
In commemoration of the tenth anniversary of September 11th, Furman University is hosting a number of interfaith events designed to promote religious tolerance. The “From the Ground Up” project will facilitate interfaith conversation through a remembrance service on September 11th along with a month-long lecture series. Another component of “From the Ground Up” is faithSERVE, . . .Continue reading Commemorating 9/11
What is theSEARCH?
“theSEARCH” is a discovery engine that allows you to simultaneously search Furman’s library catalog and many of our subject databases. It acts like a Google search exclusively tailored to the Furman universe! By design, you will get a wide array of results including books, articles from journals, magazines, and newspapers, electronic books, government documents, and . . .Continue reading What is theSEARCH?
Library Ranked Among Most Beautiful
The James B. Duke Library has been named one of the “Most Beautiful College Libraries” in the nation by CampusGrotto.com. Furman is ranked 46th in the list, which includes libraries at Harvard, Yale, Emory, Duke, and Wake Forest. In compiling the list, CampusGrotto.com says it looked “at some of the most magnificent university libraries across . . .Continue reading Library Ranked Among Most Beautiful
New Gender Studies Databases
The Library has recently subscribed to three new Gender Studies databases. All 3 of these resources have been added to the All Databases list located on the Library’s homepage. Women’s Studies International-Covers the core disciplines in Women’s Studies to the latest scholarship in feminist research. (Coverage 1972-present) Gender Studies Database-Combines Women’s Studies International and Men’s . . .Continue reading New Gender Studies Databases
Compute and Track Your Citation Metrics
Google Scholar recently introduced a new service called Google Scholar Citations. It is currently in testing mode with a small number of user accounts. Once it’s up and running anyone who publishes can create an account to compute and track their citation metrics.
International Studies Compendium
The International Studies Compendium is a comprehensive reference work for the fields of international studies and international relations. It includes more than 400 entries, enhanced by live links to archives, datasets, cases, pedagogical aids, and other relevant materials.