Attending the American Library Association (ALA) conference had long been on Robyn’s library bucket list, and this year, the dream finally came true. But not only did she get to attend, she also had the incredible opportunity to present—a milestone that surpassed even her wildest aspirations. Robyn was part of a dynamic panel that brought . . .Continue reading Christy Allen and Robyn Andrews at American Library Association Conference
In July we bid farewell to long time colleague and library faculty member Laura Baker. Laura began her tenure at Furman in 2001 as our Interlibrary Loan Librarian, becoming an Outreach Librarian in 2013. She was promoted to Associate Librarian in 2020. Laura’s outstanding record of librarianship, teaching, advising and mentorship of students, leadership in . . .Continue reading From the Director
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
Interested in going on this trip in May 2025? View our Iconic Library MayX 2025 page for more info! On May 12th, 16 Furman students led by 2 librarians, Libby Young and Paige Dhyne, flew to the UK to visit and explore libraries, museums and archives. They were using the idea “information has value” to . . .Continue reading Information Has Value: Iconic Libraries MayX
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 . . .Continue reading Discover Stunning Art Installations on Campus
On June 18th, the day before Furman’s university holiday to mark Juneteenth, several Furman faculty and staff gathered on the front porch of the library to host Furman’s first campus-wide commemoration of Juneteenth. As the summer session’s only CLP event, it was attended by over 60 people on a hot summer day, with everyone pausing . . .Continue reading Libraries Host Furman’s First Juneteenth Commemoration
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)
