J. D. Boyd Library

J. D. Boyd Library The official page for J.D. Boyd Library at Alcorn State University πŸ’œπŸ’›

This past Wednesday, we engaged in a powerful dialogue celebrating the shared legacy of Tougaloo College and Alcorn Stat...
02/20/2026

This past Wednesday, we engaged in a powerful dialogue celebrating the shared legacy of Tougaloo College and Alcorn State University. Institutional Historian Tony A. Bounds and English Professor J. Janice Coleman highlighted how Tougaloo graduates and trustees became trailblazers at Alcorn, demonstrating the deep interconnectedness of our institutions. Together, we are reminded that HBCU history is not separate, but historically united through leadership, resilience, and a shared commitment to excellence.

Come learn about our history, celebrate our journey, and discovered the moments that have shaped our institutions.We hop...
02/16/2026

Come learn about our history, celebrate our journey, and discovered the moments that have shaped our institutions.
We hope to see you there
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We had a great conversation last week reflecting on the history of Prospect Hill Plantation in Jefferson County, MS, wit...
02/16/2026

We had a great conversation last week reflecting on the history of Prospect Hill Plantation in Jefferson County, MS, with Roscoe Barnes from Visit Natchez. Our very own librarian, Marsha Belton, has a historical lineage tracing back to someone who was enslaved at this plantation.

Join us for a discussion on where history shaped higher education in rural southwest Mississippi.
02/10/2026

Join us for a discussion on where history shaped higher education in rural southwest Mississippi.

We had so much fun doing pizza bingo for National Pizza Day on yesterday!
02/10/2026

We had so much fun doing pizza bingo for National Pizza Day on yesterday!

Come out & enjoy some PIZZA!πŸ•
02/05/2026

Come out & enjoy some PIZZA!πŸ•

Come out for Heart Awareness Month at our Natchez location ❀️
02/04/2026

Come out for Heart Awareness Month at our Natchez location ❀️

02/04/2026

Alcorn State University and the ASU Foundation Inc. will host Purple and Gold Day 2026 on Feb. 17 at the Mississippi State Capitol Building in Jackson, Miss. The day’s activities will run from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. CST. Attendance is free and open to all alumni and supporters. Read more β€” tinyurl.com/3d83jmy4

02/03/2026

At Alcorn State University, Black history is more than a celebrationβ€”it is our legacy.

As the nation’s first public, historically Black, land-grant university, we stand on the shoulders of giants who dared to dream. From 1871 to now, our story has been written by resilience, excellence, and community.

We honor the trailblazers of our past and the innovators defining our future. This month, and every month, we celebrate the power of our heritage.

Big news! πŸŽ‰ Thrilled to share that Librarian Jawanda Wilson has been awarded a grant to support our library. Onward! πŸ’œπŸ’›
01/29/2026

Big news! πŸŽ‰ Thrilled to share that Librarian Jawanda Wilson has been awarded a grant to support our library. Onward! πŸ’œπŸ’›

01/20/2026

Today, Alcorn State University honors the life, legacy, and enduring vision of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. As we reflect on his dream, we are reminded that our pursuit of excellence extends beyond the classroom. It is found in our service to others, our commitment to justice, and our unity as a community.

Let us take this day to not only remember his sacrifice but to embody his teachings in our daily lives.

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