Category: James B. Duke Library

  • Help us Improve the Library Website!

    Help us Improve the Library Website!

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    Christy Allen

    We are in the process of assessing our website to make it easier to find information and to streamline your ability to complete important tasks. The project team includes librarians Christy Allen, Jean Thrift, and Scott Salzman. Our initial focus is on improving navigation. If you would like to share your thoughts about the library…

  • University Reads: A New Shelf Showcases Furman Authors

    University Reads: A New Shelf Showcases Furman Authors

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    Madeline Eastergard

    We’re thrilled to announce the unveiling of a new dedicated shelf in the James B. Duke Library – a celebration of the remarkable literary contributions of our university community! This special collection showcases the diverse range of printed monographs authored, edited, or translated by our talented faculty, staff, administrators, and students. This new shelf is…

  • Discover Stories of Resilience and Resistance at Our Upcoming CLP Events

    Discover Stories of Resilience and Resistance at Our Upcoming CLP Events

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    Miles Dame

    Furman University Libraries are excited to announce two thought-provoking events as part of the Cultural Life Program (CLP) this February. Both events spotlight powerful narratives on the importance of representation, access, and freedom in the world of libraries and education. Mark your calendars and join us for these inspiring evenings! Black Librarianship Through Our EyesThursday,…

  • Hayes Brown: Furman Junior Featured in The New York Times, Thanks to Library Access

    Hayes Brown: Furman Junior Featured in The New York Times, Thanks to Library Access

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    Miles Dame

    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…

  • Discover Stunning Art Installations on Campus

    Discover Stunning Art Installations on Campus

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    Christy Allen

    Furman University Libraries has recently acquired two new art pieces that are now on display. James B. Duke Library The Duke Library is proud to exhibit a newly acquired painting titled “Liba Cohubaba” by Cuban artist Mildo Matos Carcassés. This striking piece hangs on the entry level of the library, to the left of the…

  • Duke Library Hosts Cuban Art Exhibit

    Duke Library Hosts Cuban Art Exhibit

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    Christy Allen

    The James B. Duke Library hosted “Citizen Diplomacy: A Cuban Art Exhibit” from March 11th – 29th. The exhibit was held in the atrium and hosted in collaboration with Nuance Galleries.. The exhibit showcased 11 artists from Baracoa, Bayamo and Santiago, Cuba including 30+ pieces from the Rob Rowen/Clyde Hensley Collection paired with new works…

  • Jesmyn Ward Book Discussion

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    eyoung

    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…

  • Elizabeth Sanford ’23 Receives the Southern Scholarship

    Elizabeth Sanford ’23 Receives the Southern Scholarship

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    Miles Dame

    Meet Elizabeth Sanford ’23! She graduated from Furman last year with a Master of Arts in Teaching and now she’s attending the University of North Carolina where she is studying library and information science. Here’s what she said about how the Southern Scholarship helped her go to school for free. “This scholarship has been a…

  • S.C. Baptist Church Records Now Online!

    S.C. Baptist Church Records Now Online!

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    Christy Allen

    If you are interested in searching through the records of South Carolina Baptist Churches, you might want to check out The South Carolina Baptist Historical Collection at Furman University’s James B. Duke Library. This expansive collection documents individuals, churches, and associations in South Carolina Baptist history from as far back as the early 1700s. Currently,…

  • BHM in Databases #1 – Black Historical Newspapers (ProQuest Historical Newspapers) 

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    lbaker

     Your Search for Black History Continues Here…The Furman University Libraries have an extensive collection of databases on the African American, African and African Diaspora experiences, histories and cultures. Many of these collections are repositories of primary source materials including, letters, artifacts, pamphlets, obituaries, etc. There’s much to explore and examine.   Immerse yourself in collection every…