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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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 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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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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The Sunshine Protection Act of 2021 would extend daylight saving time as a permanent fixture in the United States for the entire year, and not just from the usual March to November period. If it becomes law, it means the clocks will not change after the “spring forward” from standard time in March 2023. For now, daylight saving time remains, but could this be the very last time we set our clocks back? Only time will tell!
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In the United States, Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated annually from September 15th to October 15th. This is a time to remember and honor the cultures and contributions of Hispanic Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.
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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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Fordham University Libraries has a wide range of materials, from print books to electronic resources, to explore women’s history and activism. Whether you typically visit the library online or regularly visit our libraries in person, we hope the items curated below pique your interest.
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What better way to celebrate than to engage with historical records that center the Black experience in America? These digital collections – available through Fordham University Libraries – are great places to do so.
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