The exhibit “Protests, Prayers, and Progress: Greenville’s Civil Rights Movement” opens to the public today at the Upcountry History Museum – Furman University. Set against the backdrop of the national Civil Rights movement, the exhibit focuses on the challenges and triumphs of Greenville area civil rights activists during the 1960s, as well as lesser known . . .Continue reading Greenville Civil Rights Exhibit
Category: Research Resources
Discover the Full Panoply
We DARE you to discover the full panoply of The Dictionary of American Regional English. 1. How is the Dictionary of American Regional English different from other dictionaries? DARE is different from other dictionaries in that it does not include words that are commonly used throughout the United States, but rather focuses on the regional aspects . . .Continue reading Discover the Full Panoply
New Titles in Cambridge Histories Online
Just in time for the centennial: The Cambridge History of the First World War Volume 1: Global War The Cambridge History of the First World War Volume 2: The State The Cambridge History of the First World War Volume 3: Civil Society And The Cambridge History of World Music
Library Catalog Offline Dec. 19th
The Library Catalog will be unavailable on December 19 from 10am – 3pm due to a server migration. During this time, you will be unable to search library resources through the Library Catalog or renew materials online. Borrowing materials from the Library may also require additional time. If you need to search the library’s resources . . .Continue reading Library Catalog Offline Dec. 19th
391 issues of Paladin now online
The Furman Student Newspapers digital collection now contains 391 new issues of The Paladin. The additions to the collection span 17 years from September 1982 – October 1999. With this latest addition, the digital collection now contains over 2,000 items including all issues of the University’s original student newspaper the Hornet (1916-1961) and 30 years . . .Continue reading 391 issues of Paladin now online
In Memoriam: Nelson Mandela
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
Remembering JFK
As Americans observe the 50th anniversary of President John F. Kennedy’s assassination, the U.S. Government Printing Office has made available an official, digital version of the Warren Commission Report. The commission was created by President Lyndon Johnson and chaired by Chief Justice Earl Warren to investigate President Kennedy’s assassination. Page 1 of the Warren Commission . . .Continue reading Remembering JFK
New Title in CQ Political Reference Suite
This new online resource launches two print volumes that offer insightful analysis on women’s political achievements in the United States, including the campaign to secure nation-wide suffrage; pioneer women state officeholders; women first elected to U.S. Congress, governorships, mayoralties, and other offices; and women first appointed as Cabinet officials, judges, and ambassadors. Take a look . . .Continue reading New Title in CQ Political Reference Suite
Gettysburg Address Anniversary
November 19th marks the 150th anniversary of the Gettysburg Address. Throughout 1863, the war began turning the North’s way. At Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, in three days of fighting, that left 40,000 dead and wounded, Robert E. Lee was given his worst defeat so far. News of the Union victory reached Lincoln on July 4, the same . . .Continue reading Gettysburg Address Anniversary
Workshop for Faculty
Library Research Assignments When: Tuesday, November 19 @ 2:30 pm – 3:20 pm Wednesday, November 20 @ 11:30 am – 12:20 pm Friday, November 22 @ 3:30 pm – 4:20 pm Location: James B. Duke Library, Room 043 How can you encourage sophisticated research skills in your students? By crafting strong research assignments. Come learn about . . .Continue reading Workshop for Faculty