The Furman University Libraries join the world in mourning the passing and celebrating the life of Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela (1918 – 2013). Visit the James B. Duke Library today to learn more about the life of this exemplary world leader, educator, and human rights champion. A display of books, audiobooks, and DVDs by and about Nelson Mandela is located . . .Continue reading In Memoriam: Nelson Mandela
Category: Exhibits
Lyles Alley Reception – Nov. 9th
Special Collections and Archives would like to remind you of the opening remarks and reception for our new exhibition, A Coach for Life: the J. Lyles Alley Collection. The event will begin at 9:30 am on November 9, 2013 with remarks by Interim President Carl Kohrt, and a reception will follow until 1:00 pm. For more information about . . .Continue reading Lyles Alley Reception – Nov. 9th
A Pyramid in D.C.
A recently received government document,Civic Art: a Centennial History of the U.S. Commission of Fine Arts, is on display in the government documents collection on the main floor of the James B. Duke Library. The U.S. Commission of Fine Arts is a presidentially appointed body of seven well-qualified judges of the fine arts who review . . .Continue reading A Pyramid in D.C.
World Religions Symposium
This year, Furman’s World Religions Symposium focuses on Judaism. Come visit the James B. Duke Library’s display highlighting books about the beliefs and traditions of this rich religion. The display also includes a schedule of the symposium’s events.
A Coach for Life
A Coach for Life: the Lyles Alley Collection Exhibition Dates: August 23 – June 27, 2014 Opening Remarks by Interim President Carl Kohrt 9:30 am on November 9, 2013Pitts Room, James B. Duke LibraryReception and Open House to follow until 1 pm The son of Spartanburg sharecroppers, J. Lyles Alley is a man whose life . . .Continue reading A Coach for Life
Orange is Not the New Black
The library’s latest display is titled, “Orange is NOT the New Black.” It refers to the current television show, “Orange is the New Black.” Based on a book by Piper Kerman, this HBO series chronicles the author’s one year incarceration in a federal prison. The display highlights the serious problems of incarceration. The selected items cover a wide range of topics, . . .Continue reading Orange is Not the New Black
Bisher Books on Display
Several years before his retirement as Furman’s president, Dr. David Shi maintained a correspondence with one of Furman’s best known former students, nationally syndicated sports journalist and columnist for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, Furman Bisher. Bisher who attended Furman in 1938-1939, was winding down an award-winning career in sports journalism. During part of the conversation Mr. . . .Continue reading Bisher Books on Display
Winner Announced: Blind Date With A Book
During the month of February, the library invited students, faculty, and staff to go on a blind date with a book. A wide variety of books were wrapped in brown paper and placed on display. Participants were asked to check out one of the specially wrapped books and turn in a Rate Your Date slip . . .Continue reading Winner Announced: Blind Date With A Book
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
Pop Goes Philosophy
A new display is up in the James B. Duke Library entitled “Pop Goes Philosophy.” This display highlights books which discuss some of the philosophies behind popular television shows and movies. Stop by and wax philosophical with the likes of Homer Simpson, Dexter, and Seinfeld. Dexter and Philosophy: Mind Over Splatter An elite team of philosophers don their . . .Continue reading Pop Goes Philosophy