Every year, the Library celebrates the richness that international learning adds to the Furman Advantage. This includes all the international students that come to study at Furman as well as all the opportunities to travel away that come with semester and May X programs. This year, international students participated in hanging flags from around the . . .Continue reading International Education Week
We’re excited to welcome two new members to the Furman University Libraries team: Samantha Bailey, our Resource Management Assistant, and Kristina Switzer, our Weekend Circulation Supervisor! Both bring enthusiasm and fresh perspectives to their roles, and we’re thrilled to have them join us. Samantha discovered her passion for library work early in her career and . . .Continue reading Introducing New Hires!
As Furman University approaches its third century, Dr. Nashieli Marcano, Archivist for Digital Collections, is leading an exciting new initiative: The Paladin Legacy Project: Preserve Your Stories. This project empowers Furman’s student organizations to document their unique histories, ensuring that their legacies are preserved for future generations. Through her work in Special Collections and University . . .Continue reading Introducing the Paladin Legacy Project: Preserving the Stories of Furman’s Student Organizations
We are pleased to welcome Samantha Bailey as the new Resource Management Assistant at Furman University Libraries. Samantha’s journey into librarianship began in a part-time role. “I started as a part-time library page,” she explains, “and found during my time in that role and as a library assistant that I loved the work.” Her love . . .Continue reading Introducing Samantha!
We are excited to introduce Kristina Switzer, our new Weekend Circulation Supervisor at Furman University Libraries. Kristina brings a passion for books, learning, and helping others, which makes her a great addition to our team. In her new role, Kristina enjoys the variety of tasks and the opportunity to learn new things every day. “The . . .Continue reading Introducing Kristina!
Furman University Math and Computer junior Hayes Brown ’26 has made the most of the digital access to the New York Times provided by the Furman Libraries. One day, while reading the Times, Hayes came across an article in the Style section titled “What’s Left on Your Summer Bucket List? Tell Us.” The piece asked . . .Continue reading Hayes Brown: Furman Junior Featured in The New York Times, Thanks to Library Access
This year, the Furman University Libraries proudly welcomed over 20 new library student assistants, embarking on an exciting journey of learning and service. As part of our ongoing commitment to excellence, we’ve introduced significant updates to our student assistant training program, ensuring that our team is better equipped than ever to serve our campus community. . . .Continue reading Enhancing Library Student Assistant Training: A New Era Begins
Attending the American Library Association (ALA) conference had long been on Robyn’s library bucket list, and this year, the dream finally came true. But not only did she get to attend, she also had the incredible opportunity to present—a milestone that surpassed even her wildest aspirations. Robyn was part of a dynamic panel that brought . . .Continue reading Christy Allen and Robyn Andrews at American Library Association Conference
We’re thrilled to welcome three new members to our library team! Each brings a unique set of skills, passions, and experiences that will greatly enrich our community. Here’s a brief introduction to Alicia, Frances, and Jean, with links to learn more about each of them. Alicia: Financial Records and Acquisitions Assistant Alicia has joined us . . .Continue reading Meet Our New Library Team Members: Alicia, Frances, and Jean
We are delighted to welcome Jean Thrift as the newest member of our library team, stepping into the role of Outreach Services Librarian. Jean’s expertise and passion for supporting research will be invaluable to our students, faculty, staff, and the wider Furman community. What Jean Does at the Library Jean’s role involves collaborating with the . . .Continue reading Introducing Jean Thrift: Our New Outreach Services Librarian
