The ZSR Library Blog
Join us for fast and fun tours (30 minutes) that highlight how the ZSR Library is not the library you remember! We will begin in ZSR Atrium and end in Special Collections & Archives. In between, we will visit the wonderful new study spaces in the ZSR Library and drop in on some of our... Continue reading “ZSR and SCA Homecoming Events 2025” ›
Continue reading “Special Collections & Archives @ Bookmarks Festival of Books and Authors” ›
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For the past ten years, it has been an honor for us to lead a great team of folks who made our student publication program, Writers’ Camp @ ZSR, such a unique initiative that empowered undergraduate authors to move from manuscript to printed book, culminating in the extraordinary achievement of becoming published authors. This program... Continue reading “Turning the Page: Honoring the Legacy of Writers’ Camp at ZSR” ›
This post is to announce a Writing Scholarship Prize for Wake Forest University undergraduates who are interested in writing. Funded by a private donor, the ZSR Library and Special Collections & Archives will oversee this competition. Edwin Hallman, Jr. Writing Scholarship Prize: Curating the World I Want To Live In Scholarship Prize Amount: $1000 Writers... Continue reading “Edwin Hallman, Jr. Writing Scholarship Prize” ›
September has been recognized as National Recovery Month since 1989. It is a time to celebrate and promote recovery from substance use disorders and mental health challenges. The month highlights the successes of those in recovery, raises awareness about the importance of treatment and support services, and helps reduce the stigma surrounding these conditions. ZSR... Continue reading “Celebrating Recovery at Wake Forest and Beyond” ›
I am honored to share that earlier this summer Wake Forest Provost Michele Gillespie invited me to consider taking on the role of Executive Director of the Wake Forest Historical Museum. While this may seem like an unexpected pairing at first glance, in many ways, it is a natural and meaningful fit. As Director of... Continue reading “Wake Forest Historical Museum – A New Chapter of Partnership” ›
Continue reading ““We Lost the House, but Not the Home” with Dominique Luster” ›
With the start of the new 2025-2026 school year upon us, I would like to provide an introduction to Special Collections & Archives operations so that ZSR will be better informed about our Team and know who to contact for specific requests. First, we frequently hear: “So, I have a question for Special Collections &... Continue reading “Introduction to Special Collections & Archives, 2025!” ›
We’re excited to share that the Z. Smith Reynolds Library will resume regular hours and full operations beginning Monday, August 18. This summer’s renovation projects were designed to enhance comfort, accessibility, and functionality; improving the overall library experience for students, faculty, staff, and the broader Wake Forest University community. Renovation Highlights Complete renovation of select... Continue reading “ZSR Library to Resume Regular Hours Following Summer Renovations” ›