It’s not just our books that are dog-eared! During finals week, the Library, partnering with the Resident Life Council, will be hosting therapy dogs for students who need a break to de-stress. Studies have shown that interaction with dogs reduces stress by decreasing the level of cortisol and increases happiness by releasing endorphins. The dogs will . . .Continue reading Sunday: Dogs Visit the Library
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Science Library: Open 24 Hours
When you need a space to study all night and morning before an exam, we’ll leave the lights on for you. Sanders Science Library Exam Week Hours Wednesday, December 5th – 8:30 am – Midnight Thursday, December 6th – Open 24 hours Friday, December 7th – Midnight – 5:00 pm Saturday, December 8th – . . .Continue reading Science Library: Open 24 Hours
Faculty Fridays: Citation Tools
Faculty Fridays: Work Smarter, Not Harder Bring your questions. Get answers – and snacks! This Friday’s session is all about citation management tools. Students and Furman staff members may also find this session helpful. All are welcome to attend. Introduction to Citation Creation and Management Tools Date: Friday, December 7, 2012 Time: 12:30-1:30 pm Location: . . .Continue reading Faculty Fridays: Citation Tools
Easier to Read Library Hours
The library’s main hours web page has been given a facelift. The new page was designed with student input to make it easier to spot the current day’s hours and to expand views of any of the upcoming periods of exception hours. Also, many of the Main, Music, and Science Library web pages, as well . . .Continue reading Easier to Read Library Hours
Today! Dogs Visit the Library!
It’s not just our books that are dog-eared! During finals week, the Library, partnering with the Resident Life Council, will be hosting therapy dogs for students who need a break to de-stress. Studies have shown that interaction with dogs reduces stress by decreasing the level of cortisol and increases happiness by releasing endorphins. The dogs will . . .Continue reading Today! Dogs Visit the Library!
Ready for the Hobbit?
It’s been more than a decade since the release of “The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring,” and this year marks the 75th anniversary since the publication of J.R.R. Tolkien’s book “The Hobbit.” This means its a great time to brush up on the story before the much-anticipated cinematic debut of “The . . .Continue reading Ready for the Hobbit?
Extended Hours During Exams
To help you get through Finals Week, the James B. Duke Library has extended its hours. Fall Exam Hours December 2 Sunday Noon – 2 am December 3 Monday 8 am – 2 am December 4 Tuesday 8 am – 2 am December 5 Wednesday 8 am – 2 am December 6 Thursday 8 am . . .Continue reading Extended Hours During Exams
Guest Computer Access
December 4 – December 12th In order to prioritize access to library resources for our students, faculty, and staff, there will be no computer access for non-Furman patrons during study day and final exams.
Satchmo and Babe
A new display is up in the Government Documents Collection at the James B. Duke Library entitled, “World War I Draft Registration Cards: Famous, Infamous, and Interesting.” On April 6, 1917, the United States declared war on Germany and officially entered World War I. Six weeks later, the Selective Service Act was passed, which authorized . . .Continue reading Satchmo and Babe
Pet Your Stress Away
It’s not just our books that are dog-eared! During finals week, the Library, partnering with the Resident Life Council, will be hosting therapy dogs for students who need a break to de-stress. Studies have shown that interaction with dogs reduces stress by decreasing the level of cortisol and increases happiness by releasing endorphins. The dogs will . . .Continue reading Pet Your Stress Away