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Virginia State University Special Collections and Archives: Rare & Special Collections Books

Helpful Info

To explore the Rare and Special Book Collection, search VSU’s library catalog, THE FOUNTAIN, by Title, Author, or Subject. THE FOUNTAIN offers detailed information about books, journals, and other resources available through University Libraries.

To access THE FOUNTAIN, click the link or visit the library’s website at library.vsu.edu.

Catalogs, Gazettes, Yearbooks

Here, you can access PDF lists of catalogs, yearbooks, and VSU Gazettes available in the Special Collections and University Archives:

  • Catalogs: These documents provide a wealth of information, including courses offered, degree program descriptions, school rules and regulations, and, in earlier editions, lists of students, staff, and alumni from that time.
  • Gazettes: One of VSU’s early school newspapers, offering a glimpse into campus life and events of the past.
  • Yearbooks: Published annually since 1946, VSU’s yearbooks capture student life, memories, and achievements. If a particular year is missing, it is because no yearbook was published for that year, to the best of our knowledge.

Explore these resources to dive into VSU’s rich history and legacy!