FDU Florham Campus Library

Fairleigh Dickinson University- Florham Campus Library housed in the Monninger Center for Learning and Research.

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#PrideMonth #Book Spotlight 🌈

Queer as Camp: Essays on Summer, Style, and Sexuality explores the intersections of queer identity, community, culture, literature, and belonging through a collection of thought-provoking essays. #LGBTQReads

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As #LibraryWeek comes to a close, it’s the perfect time to remember that libraries are more than just buildings. They are gateways to knowledge, creativity, and community.

So visit your local library, pick up a book and explore something new.

Support your libraries! #library

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Today we recognize Right to Read day, a national day of action that highlights the importance of intellectual freedom and equitable access to information for all.

Today, reflect on the power of reading and the responsibility we all share in protecting it.

#RightToRead #read

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In March 1972, Congress debated Title IX, transforming women’s sports.

Its impact is clear today: FDU Knights Women’s Basketball clinched a share of the 2025–26 NEC title for the 2nd straight year.

#FDU #FDUKnights #WomensBasketball #MarchMadness #WHM

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As conflict continues to escalate between the U.S., Israel, and Iran, understanding the roots of modern conflict is more important than ever.

The book, the Guns of August, reminds us how fragile peace can be when powers collide. #MiddleEastConflict #GlobalPolitics #History

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On March 3, 1913, 5,000+ women marched in Washington, D.C. demanding the right to vote, reshaping democracy despite violence and resistance.

Learn about the suffrage movements in Women's Voices: Global Perspectives on the Right to Vote. #WomensHistoryMonth #WHM #book #read

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Om March 2, 1972, the U.S. Senate passed the Equal Rights Amendment, sending it to the states for ratification, a key moment in the fight for gender equality.

Read Gendered Citizenship by Rebecca DeWolf.

#WomensHistoryMonth #WHM #book #read

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On February 27, 1961, John Lewis was arrested in Rock Hill, South Carolina, during the Freedom Rides.

A powerful reminder of the courage of student activists who shaped history. Read his story in John Lewis: A Life by David Greenberg. #BlackHistoryMonth #CivilRights #BHM #book

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Toni Morrison, a literary giant, was born on Feb 18, 1931. Her words reshaped American storytelling and centered Black life with power, beauty, and truth. Honor her legacy by reading one of her brilliant books today. #BlackHistoryMonth #BHM #ReadBlackAuthors #read

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In honor of Rev. Jesse Jackson, who passed away today, and his enduring impact on civil rights and U.S. politics, read The Jesse Jackson Phenomenon: The Crisis of Purpose in Afro-American Politics, a critical study of his campaigns and legacy. #BHM #BlackHistoryMonth #History

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Huey P. Newton, born on Feb 17, 1942, was co-founder of the Black Panther Party. He helped shape the Black Power movement and community self-defense organizing. Learn more in Seize the Time: The Story of the Black Panther Party and Huey P. Newton. #BlackHistoryMonth #History #BHM

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On Feb 16, 1846 Frederick Douglass published his autobiography, Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave, which exposed his firsthand account of the brutality of slavery and fueled abolition. Find the book in our collection.
#BlackHistoryMonth #BHM

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#BlackHistoryMonth turns 100 in 2026, a century of national commemoration. Founded by Dr. Carter G. Woodson in Feb 1926 as Negro History Week and recognized as Black History Month on February 10, 1976.

#Read Fugitive pedagogy : Carter G. Woodson and the art of Black teaching.

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Happy 250th Birthday, Jane Austen. Austen’s novels remain central to literary scholarship, offering enduring insights into society, gender, and the art of the novel. Two and a half centuries on, her work continues to inspire research, teaching, and re-reading. #JaneAusten250

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Today we join the nation in celebrating #BillOfRightsDay , honoring the first 10 amendments to the #Constitution that spell out our fundamental freedoms as Americans, including #FreedomOfSpeech , press, and religion. Read this part history part analysis book by Akhil Reed Amar.

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Today we celebrate Human Rights Day, a reminder of the universal dignity, freedom, and equality owed to every person.

Here are some books that explore human rights history, activism, and global justice. #HumanRightsDay #HumanRights #books #read

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Today is Rosa Parks Day, a tribute to her courage. Her refusal to give up her seat sparked a movement and inspired a nation. Her legacy reminds us to stand firm for civil rights and equality for all. Read her story in Rosa Parks: My Story. 📖#RosaParksDay #RosaParks #CivilRights

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On this #VeteransDay, take a moment to honor those who served by learning about their experiences and sacrifices. What better way to honor a service member than to read their stories. 🇺🇸🎖️🫡
#VeteranVoices #ThankYouVeterans #books #read

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Election Day is Here! Make Your Voice Heard. 🗳️

Today is the day to participate in one of the most important civic activities, VOTING. Looking to learn more about democracy and civic engagement? Explore these books. #electionday #vote #democracy #books

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Happy National Civics Day! Today we celebrate the importance of civic education in shaping informed, engaged citizens across America.🗳️☑️🧑‍🏫

Explore our civics collection, featuring titles like Teaching Civic Literacy in Schools.

#NationalCivicsDay #CivicEducation #books