On February 24, 2017, the Furman University Libraries and the Office of the Provost hosted Furman's first Faculty Scholarship Reception to recognize and celebrate the scholarly publications and creative works of Furman faculty members. The reception, held in the Blackwell Atrium of the James B. Duke Library, showcased over 170 examples of scholarship published by 87 faculty members during the 2015 and 2016 calendar years. Guests, including members of the faculty, staff, senior administration and Board of Trustees, mingled with the scholars, listened to remarks from a select few, sampled hors d'oeuvres and sipped on wine while browsing through the displays. This event marked the beginning of a new tradition to celebrate the scholarly and creative achievements of Furman's outstanding faculty.