“Citizen Diplomacy: A Cuban Art Exhibit” is now open to the public in the atrium of the Duke Library. The exhibit closes on March 29th. There is a CLP with guest speaker Soledad Pagliuca at 5pm on March 11th. There is also an opening reception on Monday, March 11th at 6:00pm. The Exhibit is co-sponsored . . .Continue reading Visit the Cuban Art Exhibit
Category: Events
Jesmyn Ward Book Discussion
In advance of Jesmyn Ward’s visit to campus on March 20, join us for a book discussion of Sing, Unburied, Sing at 12:30 on March 15 in LIB 043. Copies of the novel are available at the Library Circulation Desk (first come, first served) and an electronic version. Ward is a two time winner of . . .Continue reading Jesmyn Ward Book Discussion
We Will Rock You!
Furman students joined us at the Research Assistance desk on Thursday, December 7, to paint rocks as a study break during finals. They were AMAZING! We hope they found as much fun and stress release in their creative activity as we did observing the results. Bravo, rock artists!
Exam Week Study Breaks!
The James B. Duke Library is hosting a three study breaks during exam week: Writing Marathon (in partnership with Paladin Peer Support) Dec. 4th: 7pm – 12am. Haynsworth Room Hot Cocoa Bar Dec. 6th: 7pm – 8:30pm. Research Assistance Desk Rock Painting Dec. 7th: 7pm – 8:30pm. Research Assistance Desk
International Education Week 2023
Flags representing over 190 countries are on display in the Duke, Sanders Science and Maxwell Music libraries this week as we mark International Education Week (IEW) 2023 ! We take time during IEW to recognize the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide. We celebrate our international students, faculty, and staff as well as our . . .Continue reading International Education Week 2023
Happy Diwali!
If you’ve visited the lower level of the Duke Library recently, you’ve experienced a colorful feast for the eyes. The sand art on the floor of the atrium is known as rangoli– an ancient Hindu art form from India. The rangoli is in celebration of Diwali, the festival of lights on November 12th. The beautiful . . .Continue reading Happy Diwali!
First Nations Lectures
In Spring of 2018, Furman University hosted 3 Native authors and/or poets to read their work and speak about their culture and their experiences. Recordings of these lectures are available as part of the Libraries’ digital collections. Feel free to give them a listen! Cherokee Life Through Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle’s Short Stories This is a . . .Continue reading First Nations Lectures
SC Instructional Materials Review
The public is invited to review textbooks and instructional materials that have been proposed for use in South Carolina’s public schools. The materials recommended by the Instructional Materials Review Panels will be submitted to the State Board of Education (SBE) for adoption on December 12, 2023. The public may review materials on book trucks near . . .Continue reading SC Instructional Materials Review
Land Acknowledgement Dedication
In 2019, Furman University released a formal statement acknowledging that the campus was home to the Cherokee people. That acknowledgement will be unveiled on a plaque in an upcoming dedication ceremony. Scheduled for Friday, Nov. 3, at 12:30 p.m. the plaque will be officially unveiled between the Dining Hall and Furman Lake. Shelby Parker ’15 . . .Continue reading Land Acknowledgement Dedication
Native American Heritage Month
The Libraries are celebrating Native American Heritage Month this November with two displays in the Duke Library. View a small collection of Native artifacts including two books and a Clovis point from our Special Collections and Archives. Also featured is a small woven honeysuckle vase made by Violet Lee, a Cherokee weaver on loan from . . .Continue reading Native American Heritage Month