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Recent Addition to Special Collections and Archives
We recently received this wonderful Furman scarf designed by Furman alumna, Frankie Welch (’48). This scarf was first unveiled at a fashion show and alumnae tea in the university rose garden as part of Alumni Weekend in 1969. Mrs. Welch was the owner of Frankie Welch of Virginia boutique in Alexandria, and designed scarves for . . .Continue reading Recent Addition to Special Collections and Archives
Primary Election On Tues. 6/10
In South Carolina’s open primary election, voters choose either a Republican or Democratic Ballot. Find your polling place: greenvillecounty.org/voter_registration Photo ID requirements are now in effect: http://www.scvotes.org/2012/09/24/photo_id_requirements Election night returns will be updated throughout the evening by the South Carolina Election Commission. Check this site for up-to-the-minute results: http://www.greenvillecounty.org/voter_registration/
Books You’re “Shore” to Love
Suggested reading for your beach trip! Fathoming the Ocean: The Discovery and Exploration of the Deep Sea
Libraries Closing for Scheduled Maintenance
Due to scheduled maintenance, the Furman Libraries will be operating under an altered schedule for the following dates: Date Day Hours June 5 Thursday 9:00am – Noon June 6 Friday CLOSED June 7 Saturday CLOSED June 8 Sunday CLOSED The James B. Duke Library will reopen on Monday, June 9th, at 8:00 am and . . .Continue reading Libraries Closing for Scheduled Maintenance
Story Slam!
A Glorious Life
Maya Angelou (April 4, 1928 – May 28, 2014)–author, poet, playwright, stage and screen performer, and director–is best known for her autobiography, I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings (1970), which recalls a young African American woman’s discovery of her self-confidence. Maya Angelou was born Marguerite Johnson on April 4, 1928, in St. Louis, Missouri. Growing up . . .Continue reading A Glorious Life
The Maltese Falcon
Today is the birth anniversary of Dashiell Hammett (May 27, 1894 – January 10, 1961). The man who brought realism to the genre of mystery writing, Hammett was born at St. Marys County, MD. His first two novels, Red Harvest (1929) and The Dain Curse (1929), were based on his eight years spent as a . . .Continue reading The Maltese Falcon
Take a hike!
Outdoor activities abound in the South Carolina Upcountry and there are a good variety of trails for hikers of all levels. From waterfalls to amazing mountain views, each trail offers hikers an incredible experience. The library has recently added an ebook to its collection which brings together those hiking trails in the Upcountry that offer . . .Continue reading Take a hike!
SC Baptist Historical Collection
The South Carolina Baptist Historical Collection at Furman University is a comprehensive archives that documents individuals, churches, and associations in South Carolina Baptist history. Located in Greenville, SC, it is housed in the Special Collections and Archives Department of the James B. Duke Library. Although Furman University and the South Carolina Baptist Convention separated . . .Continue reading SC Baptist Historical Collection