National Hispanic Heritage Month
The James B. Duke Memorial Library Celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 - October 15) National Hispanic Heritage Month recognizes and celebrates the societal and cultural contributions of Hispanic people in the United States. Read more about it and explore links to many online exhibits and collections on the Library of Congress Hispanic Heritage Month webpage and resources below: Resources Bridging Historias: Funded by the NEH, Bridging Historias addresses the increasingly influential body of scholarship on
Change is Coming!
Effective August 30, 2017, a new look and a new way to search for resources is coming to the James B. Duke Memorial library.
James B. Duke Memorial Library Awarded $100,000 NEH Grant to Create Digital Map of the Historic West End
On August 2, 2017, The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) announced $39.3 million in grants for 245 humanities projects across the country. This round of funding will support vital research, education, and public programs in the humanities. “NEH grants ensure that Americans around the country have the opportunity to engage with our shared cultural heritage,” said NEH Acting Chairman Jon Parrish Peede. “From traveling exhibitions and teacher workshops to efforts to preserve local history, these
Inventor Highlight-Madame C. J. Walker
Before there were brands such as Carol’s Daughter, As I Am, or Cantu, there was Madam C.J. Walker. Born Sarah Breedlove on December 23, 1867, she created specialized hair products for African-Americans.
Black History Month Highlight–Carla Hayden!
As a celebration of Black History Month, the James B. Duke Memorial Library will be highlighting influential black leaders that have impacted the world. This week we will focus on Carla Hayden, the 14th Librarian of Congress. Hayden was the first African-American and the first woman to head the Library of Congress.
JCSU Librarian Attends 1st Academic Makerspace Conference
JCSU's very own Dr. Chantell McDowell attended the 1st International Academic Makerspace Symposium (ISAM) at Massachusetts Institute of Technology from November 13-16, 2016. The ISAM joined people, knowledge, and inspiration in an attempt to catalyze growth for higher education makerspaces. By increasing the amount of makerspaces in higher education it would maximize university impact on (i) the student learning experiences and (ii) alumni success. The symposium served as an opportunity for community growth, networking opportunities, interactions and