Freshmen Memories In any new endeavor, it is the first moments that can create the foundation for a positive experience. Experiences often turn into memories, which are known to impact the very center of the human soul. And memories become part of the intricate tapestry of stories that will bring history to life for each... more ›
The ZSR Recognitions: Thank a Colleague! program provides an opportunity for employees to submit a note of thanks to their colleagues. These can be for going above and beyond, helping a job get done, general appreciation, or any reason thanks can be given. Here are those who were recognized last month. Thanks to all for... more ›
On February 19th-21st, I attended the Workshop on International Skills Enhancement Conference (WISE), hosted at Brookstown. Through a grant, I was able to attend one of WISE’s preconferences, “Intentional by Design: Pedagogical Strategies for Meaningful Intercultural Learning,” led by Melanie Robbins and Jami Leibowitz of East Carolina University (ECU). The session focused on pedagogical approaches... more ›
Back in the Fall of 2024, when the ZSR Library upgraded the Graduate Student Lounge and implemented the “snack stash,” we also posted tabletop signage that directed students to their library liaison. While an 11 x 17 inch sign was a good start, there was always a plan to do something larger, taking up wall... more ›
Events in February Voter Registration Drive, Feb. 3 — ZSR hosted You Can Vote who helped the campus community register to vote and check their registration status. Crafternoon, Feb. 9 & 23 — Jemma Johnson, Danielle Key (RIO), and Celina Seo (Fellow) handed out snacks and craft kits. Writing Center Table for Mental Health Week,... more ›
The E-Resources and Libraries (ER&L) Conference did not disappoint! I’ve written up what I think is of broadest interest. Robert McDonald’s keynote address, “Dawn of the Machine Age? Near Futures for Libraries and Higher Education” was eye opening for me. I was unaware that a singularity is predicted by author Ray Kurzweil to happen in... more ›
The ZSR Recognitions: Thank a Colleague! program provides an opportunity for employees to submit a note of thanks to their colleagues. These can be for going above and beyond, helping a job get done, general appreciation, or any reason thanks can be given. Here are those who were recognized last month. Thanks to all for... more ›
Personal Research Sessions (AKA “PRSs”) have been a staple of ZSR for decades! And during the RIO team’s summer retreat in 2025, Roz Tedford suggested that we repurpose two of our old roll-up banner stands (one floor banner from the 2022 ACC Festival and one desktop banner from COVID days) with new content on personal... more ›
Events in December and January Wake the Library, Dec. 8-12, 2025 — ZSR hosted students throughout the week with snacks, special programming, and extended hours for finals success! Writing Center Pop-Up Tutoring, Dec. 9, 2025 — The Writing Center hosted walk-up tutoring sessions during Wake the Library to support students working on planning, writing, and... more ›
About the Safety & Security Committee The Safety & Security Committee supports the Z. Smith Reynolds Library community by coordinating preparedness efforts, maintaining emergency documentation, and promoting awareness of safety resources and procedures. The current iteration of the committee includes Prentice Armstrong (2024–2026); Rodrigo Castro (Chair, standing); Thomas Dowling (standing); Craig Fansler (2025–2027); Patrick Ferrell... more ›