Still curious about what the library student workers read for fun? Keep reading to discover which books the student workers will be devouring over the summer. And don’t forget to visit the display in the Walsh Library atrium to check out these reading recommendations for yourself!
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Once upon a time librarians and researchers alike, relied on tools and methods of yore to retrieve information. Nowadays, it seems as though all we must do is wave the magic wand of AI technology and *poof* –the answers to all of our questions and research needs appear right before our eyes. Is using ChatGPT and other AI technologies truly this simple? Are we cursed to forever endure the monotonous string of machine-generated narratives? Fear not, dear user, and join the Fordham University Libraries team as we explore these new technologies as tools to supplement–not supplant–the very important work that we all do.
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Curious about what the library student workers read for fun? Keep reading to discover which books the student workers will be devouring over the summer. And don’t forget to visit the display in the Walsh Library atrium to check out these reading recommendations for yourself!
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April is Second Chance Month, a time dedicated to supporting the safe and successful reentry of millions of people returning from incarceration each year. Read on to discover the many benefits of prison libraries and why it’s important to raise awareness about Second Chance Month.
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Today, we observe Holocaust Remembrance Day known as Yom HaShoah. This blog post discusses the history behind this important day, and shares the resources in the Fordham Libraries collection that speak of the atrocities of the Holocaust and ensure that- we never forget.
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The library has many arts databases that are easily searched by theme or subject, and yet they are often only used by our arts students and faculty. In reality, most of us crave engagement with music, theater, film, and art that resonates with us in ways that data analysis and scholarly discourse do not. Read on to discover how the Digital Theatre+ database can benefit you, no matter your research queries.
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The Fordham Libraries have many research retrieval resources and services available to all of its users. In this blog post, discover how conducting a specific database search could be more beneficial to your research compared to more generalized search tools.
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Each and every member of the Fordham community can benefit from the information contained in the library’s business databases. Read on to discover how these resources can best assist you and remember… Business databases are not just for business majors!
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The Fordham Museum of Greek, Etruscan, and Roman Art will reopen on March 6th, 2023. Read on to learn more about the museum and hear some insight from the museum curator, Dr. Jen Udell.
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Though it’s the day after Valentine’s Day, it’s never too late to read about the origins of the holiday and how our perceptions of love and romance have made February 14th what it is today.
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Librarians are always available to help you locate reputable sources once you know what you want to write about, but figuring out how to narrow your topic so that it is more manageable can be overwhelming. The Credo Reference – Academic Core database is an ideal starting point for academic research because with it you can explore a topic, related topics, and subtopics to help you figure out how to focus your research.
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The second edition of our Game & Checkout series, this post connects video games to materials available through the Fordham University Libraries!
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One of the many perks of working at a library is perhaps the most obvious: We are surrounded by books! Read on to discover what books our library staff could not put down in 2022.
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This week, the Government Publishing Office is releasing the Final Report of the House Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol in both print and electronic formats, and Fordham, as a proud participant in the Federal Depository Library Program will have this important document available to our patrons.
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This series connects video games to materials available through the Fordham University Libraries! Since this is the final week before Winter Break, there is no better time to discover what book to read next based on what video game you like to play.
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Finals can be a stressful time for many of us. Fortunately, the library offers a breadth of wellness resources for those much-needed breaks between examinations and term papers. Read on to discover how the library can help you manage stress and remain calm throughout these final study sessions.
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Have you ever used the Fordham Libraries’ Ask a Librarian chat service? Want to ask a research question privately, we’re there for you. With our 24/7 Ask a Librarian chat, we’re able to help you at any time, from anywhere in the world.
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As you may know by now, Walsh Library recently celebrated its 25th “silver” anniversary! This remarkable milestone was commemorated during the Fall 2022 semester through the campaign, Walsh25. Read on to discover how we celebrated Walsh25 all semester long!
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Living, or studying, in the largest city in the United States, it is easy to forget about our own rural backyard. That is one reason the American Rural Studies research guide has been created. This blog post explores all this new guide has to offer!
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This year marks a monumental milestone for the William D. Walsh Family Library, as it has been one quarter of a century since the building first opened its doors in the Fall of 1997. There is no better way to commemorate this historic birthday of our beloved building than by launching the library-wide campaign – Walsh25!
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