The ebook vendor EBL is merging with ProQuest and they are working on merging their platforms. EBL has many great features such as the bookshelf, personal collections and notes available for export. ProQuest is keeping all of these great features. In order to take full advantage of all of these tools for our users, we . . .Continue reading EBL Ebook Upgrades
Category: Research Resources
Face The Nation as a Primary Source
Today marks the 60th anniversary of the premier of “Face the Nation“. The news show features journalists and experts interviewing well-know guests, who throughout the years have included presidents, senators, heads of state, and other news makers of the day. This Sunday the show will feature President Obama as he is interviewed about facing a . . .Continue reading Face The Nation as a Primary Source
Just in time for Halloween
Just in time for Halloween . . . a display starring horror novels called “Attack of the Zombie Librarians!” And if that isn’t scary enough, visit the Government Documents Collection located downstairs to see a display which highlights a Congressional Budget Office report titled “Options for Reducing the Deficit: . . .Continue reading Just in time for Halloween
Apartheid Archival Database
The Furman University Libraries are hosting a trial for Adam Matthew’s Apartheid South Africa, 1948-1966. This trial is available through Wednesday, November 12th and can be accessed from our Trials LibGuide. Adam Matthew: Apartheid South Africa, 1948-1966 Addressing the period 1948-1966, this archival database provides comprehensive coverage of issues related to apartheid in South Africa . . .Continue reading Apartheid Archival Database
BrowZine for Android smartphones is here!
BrowZine for Android smartphones is here! The app that allows you to browse thousands of journals online can now be accessed on more than just iOS devices and Android tablets. It is available for download in the Google Play store. Watch a video explaining BrowZine and how it works with our resources, and please contact . . .Continue reading BrowZine for Android smartphones is here!
Hispanic Americans in Congress
In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15) a display in the Government Documents Collection highlights a book from the House of Representatives. Hispanic Americans in Congress, 1822-2012 profiles Hispanic members of Congress, incorporating their government service with the history of United States expansion. Since 1899 at least one Hispanic American has . . .Continue reading Hispanic Americans in Congress
The Latest News
In this issue of the Fulcrum, the newsletter from the Furman libraries, you will find information on upcoming events for the semester, students’ views on eBooks, and new additions to the collection. What is FUSE? What is Open Access? What is a FitDesk? Find the answers to these questions in the Fall 2014 issue of the . . .Continue reading The Latest News
Work Smart Workshop
When: Tuesday, September 23 @ 2:30 pm – 3:20 pm Wednesday, September 24 @ 11:30 am – 12:20 pm Friday, September 26 @ 3:30 pm – 4:20 pm Location: James B. Duke Library 041 No RSVP Required The library offers over half a million eBooks and hundreds of thousands of full-text eJournals. Discuss smart methods . . .Continue reading Work Smart Workshop
Maximize Reference Sources
Reference sources, particularly specialized encyclopedias, offer many benefits. Consider the following tips as you review a reference source on your topic to reap all the benefits and make your researching even better. get definitions and background – Reference sources assume that you are new to a topic. Jargon and specialized terminology will be . . .Continue reading Maximize Reference Sources
Finding Broadcast Transcripts
This video will show you how to find broadcast transcripts in LexisNexis Academic. You will learn how to search transcripts by show, guest, and topic.