Author: eyoung
May 22, 1856
Furman University participates in the Federal Depository Library Program, allowing us to maintain a collection of thousands of books, pamphlets, maps, and journals produced by the Federal government. Every item is listed in the library catalog and can be searched by title, author (agency that created the document), subject, or keyword. Below is an excerpt . . .Continue reading May 22, 1856
Copyright on Campus
Confused by copyright law? Then check out the library’s copyright page for answers to your questions. And here’s a video from the Copyright Clearance Center which attempts to explain the basics of copyright while being amusing, not confusing.
Patrick McGill Family Papers
Special Collections and Archives has recently acquired a new collection, the Patrick McGill Family Papers. This collection contains 479 documents, mostly related to financial transactions, from the family of Patrick McGill, Sr. (1765-1848) and Patrick McGill, Jr. (1790-1862). The Patrick McGill Family Papers include several documents with high research value, mostly related to the lives . . .Continue reading Patrick McGill Family Papers
Pardon the Mess
You may notice some noise and construction activity on the lower level of the library. Information Technology Services is expanding its office space. The renovations are expected to take two months. If you need a quieter area for studying, please try the main floor. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Controversial Issues
CQ Researcher is a database that focuses on controversial issues. It’s a great resource to use when you’re preparing a persuasive speech, researching a pro/con assignment, or seeking information on issues in the news. This tutorial explains basic techniques for using CQ Researcher, and points out the features you may find most useful.
Launch of the Digital Public Library of America
Type the letters dp.la into any web browser and you arrive at one of the most comprehensive digital collections to date. The Digital Public Library of America (DPLA) brings together the collections of libraries, museums, and archives from around the world, including the Smithsonian, the National Archives, and the New York Public Library. And now . . .Continue reading Launch of the Digital Public Library of America
Thanks to Our Student Employees
Each year the Furman University Libraries employs about 125 students. These students do all kinds of library jobs – checking out and reshelving books, scanning journal articles and book chapters for online document delivery, processing new books, checking in recently received journals, digitizing rare photographs, and answering questions at the Research Assistance Desk. Our student . . .Continue reading Thanks to Our Student Employees
View Your Library Account
Have you returned all those library books that you used this semester? Do you even remember what you had checked out? Check your library account for a reminder. Borrowed materials can be returned at any book drop location on campus: exterior book drop at the front entrance of the James B. Duke Library interior book . . .Continue reading View Your Library Account
Make a Squishy Stress Ball
Stressed out with finals? We can help! Stop by the library porch on Monday to make your very own squishy stress ball! They are fun to make and decorate. A great way to de-stress.