FSU Libraries are part of the Veterans Alliance at Florida State University. The FSU Veterans Alliance represents the university's campus-wide commitment to veteran support and success (Source). We are proud to be a part of this effort in supporting veterans. The FSU Veterans Alliance Arrowhead is located next to the Starbucks Cafe inside Strozier Library... Continue Reading →
FSU Libraries: Q&A With Dean Cooper
Get to know the new Dean of FSU Libraries with this exclusive Q&A! Q: What is your favorite place in all of Tallahassee? A: My favorite place in Tallahassee is anywhere I can walk among the southern live oak trees and enjoy the North Florida landscape. One of the best parting gifts I received from... Continue Reading →
12 Movies to Watch Based On Your Zodiac Sign: FSU Libraries Edition! 🌠
Because sometimes the stars align… over Strozier (lol). If you’re anything like me, choosing a movie can take quite a lot of time and thought. Luckily, the cosmos (me) have aligned to create the ultimate zodiac-based movie guide. ⭐️ 🎬 Each movie in this list is available for check out at Strozier Library, for FREE,... Continue Reading →
Data Fellow Reflection: Carlos Bravo
Hi, my name is Carlos Bravo, and I am currently a senior majoring in Computer Science at Florida State University. After graduation, I plan to work for Southwest Airlines as a Software Engineer. I transferred from Miami Dade College in the spring of 2023, and shortly after arriving, I became involved with the Data Science... Continue Reading →
Native American Heritage Month: A Tour Through Local History
With the weather cooling off, it’s the perfect time to enjoy the outdoors at a nearby state park! And since November is Native American Heritage Month, here are just some of the sites you can visit to explore our local indigenous history. Northwest Florida has been home to indigenous North Americans for over 12,000 years. For a more comprehensive tour of... Continue Reading →
Bonnie’s Blog Tips: Finals Week Fall 2025
‧₊˚♪ Join the FSU Libraries family! 🎸⋆⭒˚ 📞 Hello? Hello, hello? I (Bonnie) wanted to record a message for you to help you get settled in on your first night of finals... Luckily for you, FSU Libraries has you covered for your five-night shifts of finals. Make sure to stop by Strozier Libraries to help... Continue Reading →
The Art of Prompt Engineering: Maximizing AI’s Potential
Recently , artificial intelligence (AI) has become an indispensable tool in our daily lives, whether for personal or professional use. AI-powered assistants like ChatGPT, Microsoft Co-Pilot, and Claude have revolutionized how we work, learn, and solve problems. These tools excel at automating repetitive, time-consuming tasks while also serving as valuable sources of information. Using AI... Continue Reading →
Five Nights of Finals with FSU Libraries: Finals Week Fall 2025
📞 Hello? Hello, hello…? Uh, I wanted to relaya message to you… 💬 I know finals week can be a bit overwhelming, but I'm here to tell you there's nothing to worry about. Making sure you’re balancing study time, sleep time, eating well, and studying correctly are all important. You definitely want to avoid lack... Continue Reading →
What Is Azure Data Lake Analytics? A Beginner’s Guide for Data Science
If you’ve ever worked with large amounts of data—like customer logs, IoT sensor readings, or app usage data—you know how hard it can be to process and analyze everything efficiently. That’s exactly what Azure Data Lake Analytics (ADLA) was designed to help with. Think of it as a super-powered calculator in the cloud that can... Continue Reading →
Where Are They Now? Loucil Rubio
Loucil Rubio began her FSU journey with a simple passion for data. Though her major shifted several times, going from Computer Engineering to Computer Science before finally settling on Information Science. During her time at FSU Libraries, Loucil worked as a Data Analyst under the leadership of Kirsten Kinsley. This position taught her about ‘data... Continue Reading →
2025 Chop & Chomp Food Drive
Food insecurity is something that nobody should have to deal with, though it plagues families and individuals across the entire country. Unfortunately, many go hungry due to a lack of food and overall nutrition, making the need for diverse and nutritious food even more dire. To help address this issue in their respective communities, FSU... Continue Reading →

