Russell Library

Students from all majors will take the stage for the 3-in-3 Research Presentation Contest during Research Day. In just three minutes and with only three slides, they’ll share their research in a way that’s clear, engaging and easy to understand for everyone.1 p.m. | April 15, 2026Pat Peterson Museum Education RoomDon’t miss this exciting event, sponsored by Barnes & Noble at Georgia College & State University and hosted by the Georgia College & State University Career Center! Come...

Please join Dr. Shaundra Walker this Wednesday, April 8, in the Pat Peterson Museum Education Room of Russell Library from 12 until 12:50 p.m. for a lively discussion on the library as a third place. Attendees will engage around the evolving role of libraries in society and learn about the many services and resources offered by Russell Library.The following articles may be referenced during the discussion: Where have all the third places gone?https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/28/business/third-place-meaning-starbucks.html?unlocked_article_code=1.Y1A.CZQL.JQtVgE0kOcBv&smid=url-sharehttps://ilovelibraries.org/article/the-library-as-a-business-model/.Times...

The Student Success & Retention Series session Student Success: Where Are Our Students Going from Here? is scheduled for April 2 at 4 p.m. in the Pat Peterson Museum Education Room. This presentation will highlight First Destination Survey data, providing insight into employment outcomes, industry placement and graduate and professional school enrollment within one year of graduation.

April is National Second Chance Month to raise awareness about the obstacles millions of American's face when they have a criminal record. As many as one in three Americans have a criminal record leading to barriers in housing, employment, education and more. This re-entry simulation, developed by the Department of Justice, simulates what it is like to be released from prison. You will experience the opportunities and obstacles faced by the formerly incarcerated as you try to reintegrate...

Please join us this Wednesday, April 1, in the Pat Peterson Museum Education Room of Russell Library from 12 until 12:50 p.m. for this week's Times Talk facilitated by Dr. Brian Newsome, dean of the Honors College and professor of History on "From Purpose to Trauma: Remembering World War I."  The discussion will focus on the evolution of understandings of World War I among wartime and postwar novelists (most of them veterans) — from ascribing some sort of purpose to the war (while...

Prepare to be amazed as you listen to Georgia College & State University’s refined, student writers read excerpts from their creative works at the Margaret Harvin Wilson Writing Award Ceremony. The celebration takes place Tuesday, March 31, at 5 p.m. in the Pat Peterson Museum Education Room. Refreshments will be served.Each finalist will receive a certificate and cash award. They will also be recognized on Front Page — GCSU’s online news source and in their hometown newspapers.This...