Name: Maryam Sow Hometown: Queens, New York/Wilson, North Carolina Year: 2nd Year Major: Human Health Fun Facts about Maryam: She loves thrifting. We love an eco-conscious fashionista! Her favorite color is blue. Unafraid of heat, Maryam loves spicy food. She is obsessed with everything Law and Order – dun dun!
January 19th is Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was a Baptist minister, globally admired ethicist, and Civil Rights leader whose prominent work in the 1950s and 60s preaching and teaching on the equality of human persons was a significant factor in the passing of the Civil Rights Act of Read More …
Book Bingo is back for the spring semester! Keep track of books you read from now until the end of the semester to win a prize and be entered in to the raffle. Stop by the library to pick up a bingo card or download the card from the bottom of this post! How do Read More …
Welcome back! Spring semester can feel hectic hopefully these library tips will help make your spring feel less stressful. Library Spaces: Looking for a place to study or meet with your club? Book a library study room. Library study rooms are located on the second floor of the library and are open for use from Read More …
As 2025 comes to a close, we are pleased to announce that December’s Student Employee of the Month is….Kyra Brandt! Kyra brings positive energy to the circulation desk and makes every patron feel welcome. Her attention to detail, reliability, and punctuality help keep the library’s daily operations running smoothly. Their quick learning, enthusiasm, and willingness Read More …
We are pleased to announce that November’s Student Employee of the Month is….Esther Nwefo! Esther Nwefo is an outstanding student employee here in the library. She takes initiative, remains reliable and helpful, and utilizes her unique skills to make Oxford College Library a better place for her peers. Esther is a model employee with a Read More …
Name: Faimie Louissaint Hometown: Auburn, GA Year: 2nd Year Major: Human Health, Pre-med Fun Facts about Faimie: She wants to pursue a career in pediatrics medicine with a focus on health advocacy and equity through global non-profits. She is fluent in 3 languages – French, Creole, and English. #trilingualqueen She loves mangos! Talk to her Read More …
The Oxford College Library is excited to welcome a stunning new collection of art and photography books gifted to Emory by Grammy-award winning artist Sir Elton John in 2024. John, a long-time resident of Atlanta since the 1990s, chose to donate over 2,000 rare, limited‑edition, and signed photography and art books to Emory University. Portions of the collection will Read More …
Name: Eva Blyakherov Hometown: Brooklyn, NY Year: 2nd Year Major: Philosophy, Politics, and Law with a Political Science Minor Fun Facts about Eva: She wants to pursue a career in International Politics with a focus on Immigration and Eastern European politics. She used to be a competitive ballroom dancer. Russian is her first language. She Read More …
Name: Faith Ojo Hometown: Marietta, GA Year: 2nd Year Major: Philosophy, Politics, and Law and Environmental Science Fun Facts about Faith: I write poetry. I love theatre and singing! I collect CDs. (CDs are coming back?!!) My favorite book genre is Dark Academia. Feel free to ask Faith for some recommendations next time you come Read More …
We are pleased to announce that October’s Student Employee of the Month is….Caleb Wang! Caleb Wang is a model to his peers for both his excellent customer service and his positive attitude. He is game for any task or project that comes up. Caleb’s quick wit and resourceful problem solving make him a great colleague Read More …
Banned books week was started in the 1980s by the American Library Association (ALA) as a way of celebrating the freedom to read and the value of free and open access to information. While the event draws attention to banned books, the focus is on celebrating community efforts to stand up and speak out for Read More …
