After Strozier Library’s subbasement was flooded in December 2022, plans were made to protect the Special Collections materials from future unforeseen disasters. It was decided that Special Collections would use Iron Mountain, a trusted security and preservation company, to secure and protect the archival materials and rare books that had been spared in the flood.... Continue Reading →
Innovating Graduate Education: FSU’s Quality Enhancement Plan
The Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) is a detailed initiative aimed at improving an aspect of FSU. The current QEP, which has been in effect since 2023 and is estimated to be completed by 2027, focuses on enhancing doctoral-level education. Specifically, it aims to increase scholarly and creative activity among doctoral students and prepare them for... Continue Reading →
From Student to Benefactor: Chad Corbitt’s Impact on FSU Libraries
Chad Corbitt is a two-time FSU alumnus, earning his bachelor’s degree in finance in 2009 and his master’s in business administration in 2022. He currently resides in Jacksonville, Florida, Chad’s early career was marked by his dedication to education and technology, exemplified by his co-founding of StudyEdge, GIN System, and Tutor Matching Service. Collectively, these... Continue Reading →
Heroes of Strozier: FSU Libraries Staff’s Unwavering Service
I would like to take a moment to acknowledge and thank the dedicated staff of FSU Libraries who demonstrated exceptional commitment during Hurricane Milton. Their efforts to keep Strozier Library open provided our students with a safe and supportive environment amidst the storm. This unwavering dedication not only ensured continuity of service but also exemplified... Continue Reading →
FSU Author’s Day 2024: Information and Deadline
FSU is gearing up for Author’s Day! If you are a faculty or staff member and have published a work in 2024, we want it included in our FSU Libraries collections where it will be prominently displayed at the celebration event, tentatively set for March 6, 2025 at the Beth Moore Lounge in the Longmire... Continue Reading →
FSU Libraries Introduces New Librarian: Nathanael Gay
Florida State University Libraries has recently appointed Nathanael Gay as its first Data Visualization and Analysis Librarian. This position was created to strengthen the university's Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) for doctoral education. In this role, Nathanael will help advance FSU’s research mission as he provides consultation services to students and faculty related to data visualization... Continue Reading →
Program Development for Grant Writing: New Workshop Series for Faculty and Staff
The FSU Libraries Grants Team is conducting a series of workshops beginning November 19, focused on educating FSU Libraries staff and faculty on the process of applying for and researching grants. Everybody employed by FSU Libraries is encouraged to attend if they have any interest in procuring funding for the Libraries. Grants Specialist Marcee’ Mitchell... Continue Reading →
Food for Thought Donation Bin Opens in Dirac Science Library
And what permanent food donation bin, its hour come round at last,Slouches towards Dirac Science Library to be born? FSU Libraries, in collaboration with the Student Government Association, the Food for Thought Pantry, and Sustainable Campus, unveiled the inaugural permanent food donation bin in the Dirac Library lobby on Wednesday, October 30 during a ribbon-cutting... Continue Reading →
Special Collections Brings Halloween to Strozier with a Spooky Open House
What’s that? You forgot to plan a fun Halloween activity, AND you still need to write a report on a pre-20th century artifact? Well, it’s not like Special Collections is hosting an open house in Strozier on October 30 from 3 to 6 PM where spooky items from their collection will be on display for... Continue Reading →
The New York Times Comes to FSU
Extra, extra! Read all about it! FSU acquires The New York Times, available now for students, faculty, and staff! Among the many amenities and privileges that come with being a part of the FSU community are the various research databases, capable of easily accessing peer reviewed articles, entire journals, archived materials, and so much more.... Continue Reading →

