Slavery and Anti-Slavery: A Transnational Archive has recently been added to the All Databases list. It is offered in four parts. Each part contains between 1.1 and 1.5 million pages of primary source documents, with a total of approximately 5 million pages in the complete set, which together cover the topic from the late 15th through . . .Continue reading Slavery and Anti-Slavery Archive
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Borrow an iPad!
We’ve got gadgets! The James B. Duke Library loans iPads and Kindles to current students, faculty, and staff. The check-out period for electronic devices is 2 weeks, with a 2 week renewal if no one is on the waiting list. You can check availability and place a hold on an electronic device by visiting the . . .Continue reading Borrow an iPad!
FitDesks in the Library
If I sweat, will my suit of armor rust? We’re not sure, but if you’re sweating while riding a FitDesk, then you’re doing it all wrong! That’s because light exercise, not a heart pumping workout, is all that is required to boost brain power. Studies have shown that increased blood and oxygen flow to the . . .Continue reading FitDesks in the Library
Article Search Has Temporary Problems
We are experiencing technical difficulties with our Search Articles tab. You may find articles by using the All Databases choice. Please call the Research assistance Desk at 864 294-2195 if you need help.
Research Assistance: Session I
Library Closing for Scheduled Maintenance
Due to scheduled maintenance, the James B. Duke Library, including the 24-hour study room, will be operating under an altered schedule for the following dates: June 3 Wednesday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm June 4 Thursday 9:00 am – Noon June 5 Friday CLOSED June 6 Saturday CLOSED June 7 Sunday CLOSED The James . . .Continue reading Library Closing for Scheduled Maintenance
Recent Additions!
The following titles have been added to the library’s collection during the past 30 days. The titles are linked to more information in the library catalog.
Furman Magazine Now Online
The Digital Collections Center is proud to announce the launch of its newest digital collection: Furman Magazine. This collection contains over 180 issues of the Furman Magazine beginning with its first issue in 1951 all the way up to its current issue from the Spring of 2015. The magazines are a fascinating look at the development . . .Continue reading Furman Magazine Now Online
Explore Demographic Data
Social Explorer is an online research tool designed to provide access to historical census data and demographic information. It creates maps and reports to help users visually analyze and understand demography and social change throughout history. The site currently includes the entire US Census history from 1790 to 2000, all annual updates from the American Community . . .Continue reading Explore Demographic Data