Library patrons will have the opportunity to learn about William Faulkner’s extensive literary career when “William Faulkner’s Books: A Bibliographic Exhibit” goes on display in January. The exhibit features 20 cases dedicated to books and artifacts that go along with them, such as photographs and related collateral materials. “This is the first complete Faulkner exhibitRead the story …
Exhibits and Events: ‘William Faulkner’s Books: A Bibliographic Exhibit’
New exhibit to run through January 2015
November 19, 2013 by
Libraries’ Wish List
Winter 2013 wish list for University Libararies
November 19, 2013 by
1.) Book presses Large and medium book presses are needed in the library preservation room to hold books in place while glue or adhesive sets. The J.D. Williams Library has a large collection of damaged books that could be repaired with the help of these presses. Book press, large: $295 Book press, medium: $225 2.)Read the story …
Message from the Dean
July 16, 2013 by
Dear Friends, I would like to tell you about some news here in University Libraries. In February, we learned that Michael Upton, who served as the development officer for the libraries for a number of years, was promoted to development officer for the School of Applied Sciences here at UM. We are sorry to loseRead the story …
New exhibit highlights library treasures
July 16, 2013 by
An exhibition of historic artifacts, representing some of the University of Mississippi’s most unique and interesting pieces from the Department of Archives and Special Collections, is on display in the J.D. Williams Library. “Preserving Our Past: Highlights from Archives & Special Collections” features treasures ranging from rare 78-rpm recordings by bluesman Robert Johnson to medievalRead the story …
Ole Miss-Oxford icon leaves major gift to strengthen library resources
July 16, 2013 by
Widely known for its rich literary tradition, Oxford attracts a wealth of people who love to read, study and discuss literature. Bibliophile Sue Hart was a force of nature in this environment, spending almost 20 years as a research librarian and publications editor at the University of Mississippi’s Center for the Study of Southern Culture.Read the story …
Former representative’s collection reflects upon career, Ole Miss ties
July 16, 2013 by
Former Mississippi Rep. Bill Miles, who recently donated his valuable papers and memorabilia to the J.D. Williams Library at the University of Mississippi, knew as a teenager that his career in journalism would start in Oxford. “Ole Miss was my destination after I decided I wanted to pursue journalism in my mid-teens,” said Miles, anRead the story …
Alumna joins University Libraries as development officer
July 16, 2013 by
The University of Mississippi Libraries welcomed alumna Angela Barlow (BBA 09) as its new development officer on June 17. A native of Texarkana, Texas, Barlow has worked as growth and development coordinator for Security Card Services in Oxford for three years, building relationships with the company’s partners across the United States and working to meetRead the story …
Roving Reference provides increased research support
July 16, 2013 by
Roving Reference, a new program in UM Libraries, allows easy access to reference librarians who help students, faculty and staff identify and locate resources. As part of Roving Reference, five librarians take turns roaming the library’s stacks during its busiest hours, sharing an iPad to help support patrons in their research. To raise the visibilityRead the story …
Blues archive displays rare items
July 16, 2013 by
Music lovers and researchers will be more than thrilled to visit Archives and Special Collections this summer, if only to see an authenticated death certificate of blues legend Robert Johnson, whose poorly documented life and death gave rise to the myth that he sold his soul to the devil at a crossroads in exchange forRead the story …
Curator sings praises of the blues
Curator harmonizes love of music and history at Blues Archive
July 16, 2013 by
It comes as no surprise that Greg Johnson, blues curator and associate professor at the J.D. Williams Library, originally planned to be a musicologist. The sought-after instrumentalist plays trombone, guitar, Celtic harp, tin whistle and the bodhran drum with various local ensembles. Johnson is also a longtime bassist for the L-O-U Symphony Orchestra and theRead the story …