The air is turning chilly, the leaves are crackling along the mall, and the fog lies low over Furman’s lake. It’s the perfect weather to snuggle under a fleece blanket, and lose yourself in a good book and a hot beverage. This November, Furman’s library folks are reading a rich and varied list of fiction . . .Continue reading What We’re Reading this November
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
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
We’re excited to introduce Frances Choe, who recently joined our team as the Daytime Circulation Supervisor in the Access and Outreach Services department. Frances brings a passion for working with students and a commitment to ensuring that our library is a welcoming and resource-rich environment for all. What Frances Does at the Library Frances gets . . .Continue reading Welcome Frances Choe: Our New Daytime Circulation Supervisor
We’re thrilled to introduce Alicia, our newest addition to the Digital and Resource Management Division at the library. As our Financial Records and Acquisitions Assistant, Alicia plays a key role in ordering and receiving resources, ensuring that the materials we need are available for our students, faculty, and staff. Getting to Know Alicia Since stepping . . .Continue reading Meet Alicia: Our New Financial Records and Acquisitions Assistant
Here’s our July edition of What We’re Reading Libby’s been reading Deacon King Kong by James McBride and said: “Love it! Funny and relatable characters set in late 1960s NYCity. McBride has you routing for the Black drug dealers in the projects, the Italian mobsters and the corrupt Irish cops all at the same time. . . .Continue reading What Libby and Rebekah are Reading (Along with the Rest of Us)
Here’s Our June Issue of What We’re Reading. And here are Jeffrey Makala’s takes on the books he’s reading this summer: Ned Blackhawk. The Rediscovery of America: Native Peoples and the Unmaking of U.S. History. Blackhawks’ history won the National Book Award last year. It’s a comprehensive history of the North American continent . . .Continue reading What Jeffrey’s Reading (Along with the Rest of Us)
Many of you who have been part of the Furman community for at least a few years will remember Jenny Colvin, an extraordinary librarian and human being. Yesterday marked the second anniversary of her passing. Jenny joined us as our Music Librarian in 2006 then went on to become our Associate Director for Outreach Services. . . .Continue reading What We’re Reading – In Memory of Jenny Colvin
