Here @ ZSR

The ZSR Library Blog

Sam Gladding Writing Experience 2024

Special Collections & Archives and the ZSR Library hosted the Sam Gladding Writing Experience from Monday, January 29, through Friday, February 2, 2024. This event brought scholar(s)/writer(s) in residence to campus and facilitated interactions between the writer(s) and students, staff, and faculty. The event culminated with a Friday night event for students, giving them the... Continue reading “Sam Gladding Writing Experience 2024”

2023 Annual Report for Special Collections & Archives

It’s that time of year to share an update on everything Special Collections & Archives was able to accomplish in 2023. First and foremost, I would like to recognize the SCA team: Alayna, Ashelee, Beth, Craig, Emily, Kate, Marcia, Megan, Melde, Rebecca, and Stephanie as well as our student curatorial associates Parker and Tsing and... Continue reading “2023 Annual Report for Special Collections & Archives”

A Look at Dr. Wilson’s Archival Collections

Last week in her Dr. Wilson birthday post (happy 101, Dr. Wilson!), Tanya mentioned the two record collections that Special Collections and Archives have with his materials: Dean of the College. Edwin Graves Wilson Records (RG4.1.8) and Office of the Provost. Edwin Graves Wilson Records (RG22.1.1). I know it is a little confusing to split... Continue reading “A Look at Dr. Wilson’s Archival Collections”

Sandburg Bio and Reprint

In 1991 Penelope “Penny” Niven’s biography of American poet and author Carl Sandburg was released. This year, the 800+ page work will be reprinted by Carryn Golden at Eastern National Publishing. The work was a combination of 15 years of Niven’s volunteer work, research, interviews, and writing, writing, writing. In 1976 Niven took a trip... Continue reading “Sandburg Bio and Reprint”

What’s Happening in ZSR? Spring 2024

We are so excited to share what’s happening in ZSR for Spring 2024. Be sure to follow our blog, check our calendar, and keep up with our events for everything that’s happening in ZSR. Events for Students ZSR Cozy Fest Friday, January 26, 7-9PM Join the ZSR Library, WakerSpace, and the World Tea Association on... Continue reading “What’s Happening in ZSR? Spring 2024”

Dr. Samuel T. Gladding Writing Experience Events

Special Collections & Archives, in collaboration with ZSR Library Outreach, is pleased to announce the forthcoming Dr. Samuel T. Gladding Writing Experience. We will be hosting programs focused on the practice of writing, and Wake Forest students will have the opportunity to hear from authors and poets and to participate in Writers Camp. The Writing... Continue reading “Dr. Samuel T. Gladding Writing Experience Events”

5+ Questions With Craig Fansler

Welcome back to another installment of 5 Questions! If you would like to choose 5 Questions yourself, feel free to choose 5 from this form. Craig Fansler Craig Fansler, Preservation Librarian Tell us about what you do at ZSR Library? I primarily protect our materials in Special Collections & Archives and the General Collection. I... Continue reading “5+ Questions With Craig Fansler”

Sam Gladding Writing Experience 2023-2024

This spring semester, Special Collections & Archives and the ZSR Library will be hosting the Sam Gladding Writing Experience. This event brings a scholar(s)/writer(s)-in-residence to campus and facilitates interactions between the writer(s) and students, staff, and faculty. The event culminates in a weekend of guided/facilitated writing for students, staff, and faculty and an opportunity for... Continue reading “Sam Gladding Writing Experience 2023-2024”

Special Event with Celeste Ng

This event is now full. If you’d like to be added to the waitlist, please email archives@wfu.edu. Join us for a “book club” with New York Times bestselling author Celeste Ng on Friday, September 22! Participants in this small-group session will have a chance to talk in person with the author of Everything I Never... Continue reading “Special Event with Celeste Ng”

ZSR Expands JSTOR’s Shared Collections

We’re thrilled to announce our latest additions to JSTOR’s Open Community Collections, soon to be rebranded as JSTOR’s Shared Collections beginning in July. As one of the program’s charter contributors, we initially shared our World War I poster collection in 2020. This month, we’ve included an array of captivating materials from our Special Collections and... Continue reading “ZSR Expands JSTOR’s Shared Collections”