Waka Flocka Flame From: Biography in Context The rapper was born Juaquin James Malphurs in Queens, New York, on May 31, 1986, and moved to the Atlanta area when he was nine years old. As a boy one of his favorite shows was the animated Muppet Babies, and Fozzie was his favorite character. He soon acquired . . .Continue reading Biography: Waka Flocka
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Baseball’s Greatest Dispute
Today in History Baseball’s Greatest Dispute, Anniversary, September 23, 1908. In the decisive game between the Chicago Cubs and the New York Giants, the National League pennant race erupted in controversy during the bottom of the ninth with the score tied, 1-1, at the Polo Grounds, New York, NY. New York was at bat with two men . . .Continue reading Baseball’s Greatest Dispute
Win a private study room!
Wouldn’t it be nice to have your own private study room in the library? For an entire month? To share with 3 friends?! SUCH A ROOM EXISTS! The library has created a private VIP study room reserved for the “Scholar of the Month” and 3 of their friends. Furnished with a study table, 4 chairs, . . .Continue reading Win a private study room!
Political Bias in Periodicals
Political Bias in Periodicals Periodicals that cover politics and current events may have a political or cultural bias. This may be reflected in their choice of topics, the opinions expressed, or the solutions proposed. An awareness of bias is important when you select the sources for your research. To detect bias, keep the following in mind: Are all sides of . . .Continue reading Political Bias in Periodicals
Special Collections “Petting Zoo”
Special Collections & Archives has had several splendid new arrivals just in the past few weeks. Please stop by Special Collections on Thursday, September 17, anytime between 9 and 5 to have a look. The following items will be out for casual viewing and examination in the Simms Research Room: The remarkable Pennyroyal Caxton Bible, which . . .Continue reading Special Collections “Petting Zoo”
Books on Display in JBD
Two new displays in the JBD! Visit the #BLACKLIVESMATTER book display located on the main level of the James B. Duke Library. Titles highlighted include: Suspicion nation : the inside story of the Trayvon Martin injustice and why we continue to repeat it Wrong place, wrong time : trauma and violence in the lives of . . .Continue reading Books on Display in JBD
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Citing Your Sources
Citing your sources is one of the most important parts of research. The librarians have created a guide called “Citing Your Sources” to help you navigate the most common styles for citations. The guide also provides access and assistance with citation managers that can help you save, organize, and cite references for large papers and . . .Continue reading Citing Your Sources
This Day in History
Remembering September 11, 2001 The following is an abbreviated list of titles available through the database Films on Demand: September 11th (01:24:01) Like December 7, September 11 is a hallowed day in U.S. history, a time for reflection and remembrance. This A&E Special looks back on the dark day in 2001. Bill Moyers Journal: 9/11: . . .Continue reading This Day in History