The Florida State University community mourns the passing of John Thrasher, the university’s 15th president.
The Special Collections & Archives Division of the Florida State University Libraries advances research by acquiring, preserving, and providing access to rare and unusual books and original primary source materials. We invite the university community, scholars, and the public to explore the rich collections found here.
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Over the fall 2024 and spring 2025 semesters I had the opportunity to intern with Special Collections & Archives for my master’s degree in Museum and Cultural Studies.
The crowd is thick outside of Dodd Hall; over 1,000 guests throng in front of the historic building.