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The Paladin Project
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Hear ye, hear ye, all students and campus clubs! Special Collection and Archives would like to invite you to contribute to the Paladin Project. This ongoing collaboration with student organizations is dedicated to preserving the full story of campus life. No detail is too small and no club is too niche. If it mattered to…
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Lucky Layers: The Tradition of Dressing Up Charlie
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If you’ve gone down the main stairway into our atrium, you’ve probably noticed the most fashion-forward figure on campus. It’s the memorial bust of Charlie Peace, the namesake of the Charlie Peace Wing. There is a long-standing tradition of dressing the bust in quirky outfits, everything from a Batman mask and cowboy hat to fuzzy…
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The Unofficial Library Wildlife Watch
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At the Furman Libraries, we like to think we offer something for everyone. Quiet study spaces, research support, access to numerous collections, and apparently a thriving social scene for the local wildlife. Being on an eco-friendly campus at the foothills of a mountain means we get the occasional bear sighting, lizards that slip in unnoticed, and moths…
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A Look Back at Homecoming 2025
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As Homecoming brought a wave of familiar faces across campus, Furman Libraries participated in the annual tailgate. Alumni stopped by to reconnect, pick up library swag, and get a glimpse of what we’ve been up to this year. Our yearbooks featuring the reunion years were easily the star of the day. Visitors gathered around to…
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Library Graduates!
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Shakira Olivera-Bautista Major: Studio art What are your post graduation plans? After graduation, I plan to join the Navy part-time while taking a few classes to build my art portfolio for an MS in Medical Illustration. I’ll also be focusing on my own soccer photography and joining a soccer team to stay active and further…
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Celebrate Poetry Month at the Library!
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April is Poetry Month, and there’s no better place to celebrate the power of words than at with the Furman University Libraries. Whether you’re new to verse or a longtime poetry lover, we invite you to explore creativity in fresh ways. This month, our libraries are brimming with hands-on activities, inspiring displays, and opportunities for…
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Meet Our Newest Librarians: Get to Know Lauren Lundy and Daniel Fernandez!
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Furman University Libraries is excited to welcome two fantastic new team members: Lauren Lundy and Daniel Fernandez! Each brings their own unique background, passion for helping students, and love for learning to our community. Want to learn more about them? Check out their stories! Meet Lauren Lundy, Instruction & Research LibrarianLauren’s journey from opera to…
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University Reads: A New Shelf Showcases Furman Authors
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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…
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Welcoming Lauren Lundy: Furman University Libraries’ New Instruction & Research Librarian
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We are thrilled to introduce Lauren Lundy, our new Instruction & Research Librarian at Furman University Libraries. Lauren brings a passion for teaching, research, and advocacy, and she is eager to support students on their academic journeys. Lauren describes her role simply: “My job is to get my students to pass. I’m a resource for…
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Celebrating Douglass Day 2025 at Furman University Libraries
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On February 14, Furman University Libraries hosted a vibrant Douglass Day celebration, bringing together over 30 participants for a transcribe-a-thon in the Pitts Room of Duke Library. Co-sponsored by the English Department and Special Collections and Archives, the event engaged students and employees in preserving Black history. What is Douglass Day? Douglass Day honors Frederick…