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  • What We’re Reading – March 2025

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    Alicia Zachary-Erickson

    In loving memory of Jenny Colvin, Associate Director for Outreach Services (2006-2022) Christy AllenThe Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan DoyleAlive Together: New and Selected Poems by Lisel Mueller Robyn AndrewsYou Look Like a Thing and I Love You: How Artificial Intelligence Works and Why It’s Making the World a Weirder Place by…

  • Introducing Daniel Fernandez

    Introducing Daniel Fernandez

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    Miles Dame

    We’re excited to welcome Daniel Fernandez, one of our newest employees at Furman University Libraries! Daniel brings a passion for helping students and a wealth of experience from his background in education. When asked what he enjoys most about his new role, Daniel shared, “The people I work with are incredibly helpful and personable. Helping…

  • From the Director

    From the Director

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    Madeline Eastergard

    The Furman Libraries have 436,707 print books in our collection (at last count). Even with all of those titles, sometimes a member of our University community needs a research resource that we don’t have. Under those circumstances we look first to our South Carolina academic library partners. Over 25 years ago Furman was instrumental in…

  • 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…

  • Explore Furman’s StoryMaps

    Explore Furman’s StoryMaps

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    Christy Allen

    Members of the Furman community are creating compelling digital storytelling and mapping websites thanks to ESRI’s ArcGIS StoryMaps software. For the first time, Furman-created StoryMaps are now accessible in one place. The new Digital Storytelling and Mapping Portal located in the University’s institutional repository (FUSE) allows users to explore a rich selection of StoryMaps created…

  • Postcard Collections on Display

    Postcard Collections on Display

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    Jeffrey Makala

    The new display in the Duke Library’s foyer showcases postcards. Special Collections and Archives houses several postcard collections: from Furman and the Greenville Woman’s College; from Greenville; tourist sites and locales from around South Carolina; and prominent buildings and sites from around the USA. We also have a collection of postcards from Camp Sevier, the…

  • What We’re Reading – February 2025

    What We’re Reading – February 2025

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    Alicia Zachary-Erickson

    In loving memory of Jenny Colvin, Associate Director for Outreach Services (2006-2022)     Christy AllenAdventures of Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan DoyleAlive Together: New and Selected Poems by Lisel Mueller Robyn AndrewsHow to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen by David Brooks Samantha BaileyAnne of Green…

  • 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,…

  • Level Up Your Skills for Free with O’Reilly for Higher Education

    Level Up Your Skills for Free with O’Reilly for Higher Education

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    Miles Dame

    Unlimited Learning, Unlimited Possibilities At Furman, we believe in equipping students and faculty with the best resources to excel academically and professionally. That’s why O’Reilly for Higher Education is available to you—for free. Whether you’re preparing for industry certifications, diving into new tech skills, or exploring leadership and business strategies, O’Reilly provides cutting-edge content designed…