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Spring 2022 Newsletter

Posted on April 24, 2022 by Mark Meade

The Spring 2022, vol. 44, issue 2 of The Kentucky Archivist is now available.

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Registration open for KCA Spring Meeting (and Join/Renew KCA membership!)

Posted on April 14, 2022 by Mark Meade

Click here for an agenda for the KCA Spring 2022 meeting with a link to the registration form. You can also join or renew KCA membership on the registration form in combination with meeting registration or on its own.

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Winter 2022 Newsletter

Posted on February 22, 2022 by Mark Meade

Winter 2022, vol. 44, issue 1 of The Kentucky Archivist

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Spring 2022 In-Person KCA Meeting and Call for Proposals

Posted on February 22, 2022 by Mark Meade

For information on the Spring 2022 KCA Meeting and a Call for Lightning-Round Proposals, click here: https://www.kyarchivists.com/meetings/spring-2022-meeting/

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Fall 2021 Newsletter

Posted on October 25, 2021 by Mark Meade

Fall 2021, vol. 43, issue 3 of The Kentucky Archivist

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Fall 2021 KCA Virtual Meeting

Posted on October 25, 2021 by Mark Meade

See the schedule and register for the Fall 2021 KCA Virtual Meeting:
https://www.kyarchivists.com/meetings/fall-2021-meeting/.

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Spring 2021 Newsletter

Posted on June 9, 2021 by Mark Meade

Spring 2021, vol. 43, issue 2 of The Kentucky Archivist

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Spring 2021 KCA Virtual Meeting

Posted on April 9, 2021 by Mark Meade

See the schedule and register for the 2021 KCA Virtual Meeting:
https://www.kyarchivists.com/meetings/spring-2021-meeting/

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Winter 2021 Newsletter

Posted on March 4, 2021 by Mark Meade

Winter 2021, vol. 43, issue 1 of The Kentucky Archivist

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Fall 2020 Newsletter

Posted on October 27, 2020 by Mark Meade

Click here for the Fall 2020 edition of The Kentucky Archivist.

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Spring 2020 Treasurer’s Report

Posted on May 28, 2020 by Mark Meade

Click here for the Spring 2020 Treasurer’s Report (pdf).

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Spring 2020 Newsletter

Posted on April 21, 2020 by Mark Meade

Click here for the Spring 2020 edition of The Kentucky Archivist.

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KCA Spring Meeting Cancellation

Posted on February 3, 2020 by Mark Meade

Kentucky Council on Archives Spring meeting in Louisville on May 14-15 has been cancelled due to the current global health crisis from COVID-19. The good news is that we hope to move the meeting topic, “Choose Your Own Adventure,” and the pre-conference OpenRefine workshop to our Fall 2020 meeting date. This will be contingent on several factors including our host institutions and the availability of our confirmed presenters.

Elections and Membership Cycle

Long standing members will know that the Spring meeting is an important time for KCA; our membership cycle starts anew, we elect new board members, and the board reports its fiscal standings to membership. The KCA Board is diligently working to organize a virtual election and business meeting, as board elections still need to take place in May. If you are a current KCA member, your membership will expire on April 30. In order to vote in elections (to be held the first week of May) and serve on the board, your membership must be in good standing. If you renew or become a new member between now and April 30, it will be applied to the next membership cycle that begins May 1. In the coming weeks, we will send another email with additional election and membership information.

Thanks goes out to all the Board members for their hard work and dedication these past few months planning and subsequently un-planning the meeting. Gratitude also extends to our scheduled presenters for their willingness to share their expertise with our community. And a thank you to our generous hosts, the Muhammad Ali Center and Bellarmine University. You will hear from us shortly regarding our slate of board nominees, membership renewal, and virtual election.

Rebecca Pattillo
KCA Chair

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Spring 2019 KCA Newsletter Now Accepting Submissions

Posted on March 29, 2019 by Daniel Weddington

Spring 2019 is here! And the spring issue of “The Kentucky Archivist” will be published in April.

Please submit newsletter items to Jaime Marie Burton, KCA Newsletter Editor, on or before Thursday, April 11, 2019.

Do you have a short article you’d like to “get published” or have a book review of a recent archival text? Do you have a story to tell from your collection, or want to highlight the work of your students? We are happy to accept additional formats and creative ideas for the newsletter, as the digital format allows us to stretch word limits and pages without difficulty. Newsletter items can be just about any length (from just a few lines or up to 4 pages, i.e. as much as a usual magazine or newsletter tends to include); as a guideline 375 words with a 2×3 inch picture takes up about a whole page.

News and information items may include:

  • Write ups about new projects or funding received,
  • Press releases related to major acquisitions,
  • new staff or promotions announcements,
  • renovations,
  • newly available collections,
  • upcoming events and workshops,
  • recent publications,
  • job postings,
  • and more – be creative!

We encourage the inclusion of photographs and images with any submission, although depending on space, quantity, and formatting, not all images submitted may be included in the final newsletter.

Please take this opportunity to share your news, writing, expertise, and accomplishments with your colleagues!

Send to: jmburton1@uky.edu, Subject: KCA Newsletter Submission

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SAA Philip M. Hamer and Elizabeth Hamer Kegan Award

Posted on February 2, 2018 by admin

Please consider nominations for the Society of American Archivists

Philip M. Hamer and Elizabeth Hamer Kegan Award!

The Philip M. Hamer and Elizabeth Hamer Kegan Award Subcommittee of the Society of American Archivists (SAA) seeks nominations for the 2018 award.

This Philip M. Hamer and Elizabeth Hamer Kegan Award recognizes an archivist, editor, group of individuals, or institution that has increased public awareness of a specific body of documents (which can be a specific archival collection or thematic aggregation) through compilation, transcription, exhibition, or public presentation of archives or manuscript materials for educational, instructional, or other public purpose. Work that has impact on a local, regional, national, and/or international level is welcomed.

Recent winners include:

  • 2017: Center for Home Movies
  • 2016: South Asian American Digital Archive
  • 2015: The Legacy Center, Drexel University College of Medicine, for Doctor or Doctress?
  • 2014: Emma Goldman Papers Project
  • 2013: Densho, The Japanese American Legacy Project
  • 2012: Immigration History Research Center, University of Minnesota for Digitizing Immigrant Letters

Eligibility:

Individual archivists and editors, groups of individuals, organizations. This award is open to nominees within and outside of the United States, and is not limited to SAA members.

Prize:

A certificate and a cash prize of $500.

Application Deadline:

All nominations shall be submitted to SAA by February 28 of each year.

For more information on this award, including the nomination form, please go to http://www2.archivists.org/governance/handbook/section12-hamer.

For more information on SAA awards and the nominations process, please go to http://www2.archivists.org/recognition.

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Setting the Stage: Practical Approaches to Archival Exhibits

Posted on December 13, 2017 by admin

It is an exciting time of year for the KCA. We are heading towards our upcoming fall meeting on Friday, December 15, 2017. We will be traveling to the Loretto Community in Marion County, Kentucky, to talk about exhibit creation on a budget. It will be a wonderful time to connect and discuss ways to develop exhibits.

The program includes presentations by Matt Strandmark, entitled “Mission, Engagement, Design”, and Daniel Spalenka entitled “Preservation and Exhibits”. Additionally there will be a two part hands on exhibit activity led by Jaime Marie Burton. The program will end with a tour of the Loretto Heritage Center.

Please join us for what is shaping up to be a great fall meeting!

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SOA call for proposals

Posted on December 13, 2017 by admin

50 Years of New Frontiers: SOA at 50

Society of Ohio Archivists Annual Meeting

Friday, May 18, 2018

To be held at the Quest Business and Conference Center, 8405 Pulsar Place, Columbus, OH 43240.

Deadline to submit proposals: Monday, January 8, 2018, 5 p.m.

The SOA 2018 Program Committee seeks a broad array of creative proposals, sessions and posters, related to archival work today and into the future. All proposal topics are welcome.

Possible ideas include, but are not limited to:

  • Presentations or discussions of longstanding institutional projects or collections in accordance with the ‘50 year anniversary’ theme
  • Tools for archival discovery, maintenance, and/or marketing
  • Outreach and instruction efforts
  • Student, intern, and volunteer experiences and projects
  • Unique collection development ventures
  • Preservation, description, and access to analog, born-digital, or hybrid collections

Session Formats

  • Panel Sessions – Two to four speakers present on a common theme.
  • Poster Presentations – Report in which information is summarized using brief written statements and graphic materials, such as photographs, charts, graphs, and/or diagrams mounted on poster board. Presenters will be assigned a specific time at which they must be with their poster to discuss it with attendees.
  • Debate – Moderator announces the topic, and two other people debate. May include more than one topic and additional debaters.
  • Fishbowl – Speakers sit in a circle of chairs on stage — the bowl—and the audience sits in concentric circles around them. The speakers are then asked to talk to each other by answering a series of directed questions. In an open fishbowl, one chair is left empty and audience members can rotate through, adding their take on the topic.
  • Lightning – Presentations may be from 3 to 10 minutes long, with the time allotted depending on the number of presenters. May or may not include slides or images.
  • Mini-Workshop – session teaching a skill or concept through hands-on activity.
  • Pecha Kucha – Each presentation consists of 20 slides or images displayed for 20 seconds each, with comment. Each presentation lasts 6 minutes and 40 seconds.
  • World Café – consists of multiple presentations/conversations going on at separate tables, with attendees given the opportunity to rotate between them every 20 minutes.
  • Other session formats that encourage interaction between presenters and attendees

All sessions will have an assigned member of the Program Committee to provide introductions, and, as needed, to moderate.

Proposal requirements

  • Session title and intended format
  • 250-word abstract describing the session/poster and how it will be of interest to SOA attendees
  • 150-words session description for use in the printed program
  • Main contact’s information and any other participants
  • A/V or technology requirements
  • Any additional special needs

Proposals will be evaluated on clarity, originality, diversity of content and speaker representation, and completeness of proposal and presenters. We encourage proposals from students*, new professionals*, first time presenters and attendees, as well as individuals from related professions, including those from outside of Ohio.

Please complete the proposal form by Monday, January 8, 2017, 5 p.m. at https://goo.gl/forms/mC1m8d2rr5XqrGcD2

More meeting details will appear as they develop at: http://www.ohioarchivists.org/annual_conference/

Questions? Please contact:

Stacey Lavender (lavendes@ohio.edu) or Collette McDonough (cmcdonough@kettering.org)

Cochairs, Society of Ohio Archivists Educational Programming Committee

http://www.ohioarchivists.org/educational-programming/

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Job posting: Undergraduate Research Archivist, University of Kentucky

Posted on June 6, 2016 by admin

UK Libraries is seeking an Undergraduate Research Archivist to lead the successful SCRC Learning Lab Internship Program. The Learning Lab is a center of primary source research, experiential learning, and professional skills training. It is a competitive undergraduate internship program that runs during the academic year.

In addition to this primary responsibility the Undergraduate Research Archivist will be a part of the Research and Education team and will contribute to the active education program, research and reference, exhibits, and outreach.

Deadline is June 12.

Please see the full posting for more details: https://ukjobs.uky.edu/postings/109457

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Job posting: Research Services Archivist, University of Kentucky

Posted on May 18, 2016 by admin

UK Libraries is seeking an Archivist who will manage the Special Collections Research Center’s research services, public access and outreach, and Aeon workflows. The successful candidate will also maintain a high level of professional development and engagement.

Deadline is May 22.

Please see the full posting for more details: https://ukjobs.uky.edu/postings/104914

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J. Franklin Jameson Archival Advocacy Award

Posted on January 13, 2016 by admin

Society of American Archivists

(Please excuse cross-postings.)

The J. Franklin Jameson Archival Advocacy Award Subcommittee of the Society of American Archivists seeks nominations for the 2016 award.

http://www2.archivists.org/governance/handbook/section12-jameson
Established in 1989, this award honors an individual, institution, or organization that promotes greater public awareness, appreciation, or support of archival activities or programs. The individual’s or institution’s contributions may take the form of advocacy, publicity, legislation, financial support, or a similar action that fosters archival work or raises public consciousness of the importance of archival work. Contributions should have broad, long-term impact at the regional level or beyond. Up to three awards may be given each year.

Recent Winners:
2015: Adrena Ifill Blagburn
2014: LGBT Center of Central PA History Project
National History Day
2013: Dr. Warren Stewart
2012: Eve Kahn, Bebe Miller, Phillip Stewart
2011: “Who Do You Think You Are?” (NBC)
2010: The Gladys Krieble Delmas Foundation
2009: Ross King (Georgia Historical Records Advisory Board)
2008: Data-Intensive Cyber Environments (DICE)

Eligibility: Nominees must be from outside the archives profession. Individuals directly involved in archival work, either as paid or volunteer staff, or institutions or organizations directly responsible for an archival program are not eligible for this award.

Mailed materials must be postmarked by February 28, 2016 and should be sent to:

Franklin Jameson Archival Advocacy Award Committee
Society of American Archivists
17 North State Street, Suite 1425
Chicago, IL 60602-4061

Nominations may be submitted electronically; please see the nomination form for details. For more information on SAA awards and the nominations process, please go to: http://www.archivists.org/recognition/index.asp

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Position announcement: Library Manager, University of Kentucky

Posted on May 26, 2015 by admin

A Library Manager position has been posted on the UK Integrated Employment System. Below is a quick link to the job posting:

http://ukjobs.uky.edu/postings/67131

The job will be posted until 6/4/2015.

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Call for Proposals: Society of Georgia Archivists

Posted on May 5, 2015 by admin

The Annual Meeting Program Committee of the Society of Georgia Archivists (SGA) is pleased to announce the theme of the 2015 meeting: Archives as Community: Building Bridges and Sustaining Relationships. This year’s theme reflects the significance of our constituents and stakeholders in facilitating and expanding the functions and use of archives and archival materials. The meeting will take place in Columbus, Georgia, October 22-23, 2015.

Presentation proposals are now being accepted. We invite all archivists, students, and other interested parties to propose a session. The SGA Annual Meeting is a wonderful opportunity to present on initiatives, projects, or research being undertaken at your repository; share valuable information; and get feedback from your colleagues. You do not need to be a member of SGA to offer a submission!

For more information on the annual meeting, potential session topics, or to download the proposal form please visit the SGA site.

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Job Posting: Archives & Records Regional Administrator (KDLA)

Posted on April 17, 2015 by admin

Position Title: Archives & Records Regional Administrator

Institution: Ky Dept for Libraries & Archives

Type of Position: Full-time

Possible Desk Coverage: Weekdays

Salary: $35,246.40 – $46,690.80 yearly at 37.5 hr/week

Benefits: State benefits

Job Duties:

  • Serves as records management and archival consultant to local public agencies in a 26 county area in North Central Kentucky Region (see county listing below) by providing advice and assistance on recordkeeping issues.
  • Provides guidance in the use of technology for recordkeeping.
  • Must travel frequently.
  • Administers and monitors records management grants awarded to local public agencies in the area.
  • Provides local public agencies in the area with records management training and guidance through workshops and presentations.
  • Works with local public agencies to create and revise records retention schedules.
  • North Central Kentucky Region includes: Boone, Bracken, Breckinridge, Bullitt, Campbell, Edmonson, Franklin, Gallatin, Grant, Grayson, Hancock, Hardin, Hart, Henry, Jefferson, Kenton, Larue, Meade, Nelson, Oldham, Owen, Pendleton, Shelby, Spencer, Trimble.

Qualifications/Experience: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Must have four years of administrative or management experience, at least two years of which must have been in professional records management, and/or professional archival experience in one or more of the following areas: appraisal, accessioning, description and/or the arrangement of documents. Graduate study in business, public administration, archival studies, history, or a related field will substitute for the administrative or management experience on a year-for-year basis. Professional records management and/or professional archival experience in one of the above areas will substitute for the education on

a year-for-year basis.

Additional Comments: Applicants and employees may be required to submit to a drug screening test and background check. Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D.

Application Procedure: Apply at https://careers.ky.gov

Application Deadline: April 24, 2015

Contact Person: Jerry Carlton, KDLA, 300 Coffee Tree Rd, Frankfort Ky 40601; Jerry.Carlton@ky.gov

Institution Website: KDLA.ky.gov

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Job posting: Public Records Branch Manager (KDLA)

Posted on April 17, 2015 by admin

Position Title: Public Records Branch Manager

Institution: Ky Dept for Libraries & Archives

Type of Position: Full-time

Possible Desk Coverage: Weekdays

Salary: $42,646.56 – $56,495.52 yearly at 37.5 hr/week

Benefits: State benefits

Job Duties: Serves as branch manager for the Electronic Records Management Branch in the Archives and Records Management Division. Provides oversight and cooordination for information policy and records issues, electronic records management, and digital preservation. Provides advice, assistance, and training related to management of electronic records and digital preservation for state and local government agencies. Oversees administration of the Electronic Records Archives. Chairs and coordinates the work of the multi-agency Electronic Records Working Group, to develop recordkeeping guidelines for electronic records and digital preservation. Studies and monitors technology development and its effect on recordkeeping in public agencies. Supervises professional and technical staff. Communicates regularly with customers, government agencies, and archives and records management professionals. Serves as a member of the department and division management teams, and other duties as required.

Qualifications/Experience: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Must have four years of professional experience in records management, micrographics, document preservation and/or archival experience in one or more of the following areas: appraisal, accessioning, description and/or the arrangement of documents. Graduate study in archival studies, records management, history, library science, public administration, business administration or related field will substitute for the experience on a year-for-year basis not to exceed two years. Additional professional experience in one or more of the above areas will substitute for the education on a year-for-year basis.

Additional Comments: Applicants and employees may be required to submit to a drug screening test and background check. Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D.

Application Procedure: Apply at https://careers.ky.gov

Application Deadline: April 24, 2015

Contact Person: Barbara Teague, KDLA, 300 Coffee Tree Rd, Frankfort Ky 40601; BarbaraTeague@ky.gov

Institution Website: KDLA.ky.gov

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MAC Pals

Posted on April 13, 2015 by admin

If you are new to MAC or if this is your first time attending a MAC event, we have designed a special program for you. MAC Pals is a unique navigator program that matches experienced members with new members or first-time attendees. Your MAC Pal will help guide you through your first MAC meeting.

Experienced members, please consider serving as a MAC Pal to assist your fellow members with navigating the conference, meeting other members, and learning about the organization.

Two ways to register:
1. On the 2015 conference registration form, check the appropriate box to join the MAC Pals program.
2. Contact Natalie Morath at natalie.morath@gmail.com indicating if you are a new or experienced member who would like to join MAC Pals for the 2015 conference.

You will be notified April 22, 2015, of your MAC Pal’s name and contact information.

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Job Posting: Project Archivist at UK

Posted on April 9, 2015 by admin

The University of Kentucky Libraries Special Collections Research Center is seeking a project archivist to manage a 2-year CLIR hidden collections grant, entitled “Action in Appalachia: Revealing Public Health, Housing, and Community Development Records in the UK Libraries Special Collections Research Center”. The project will process and make available seven collections of Appalachian social justice organizational records.

For posting and application information: http://ukjobs.uky.edu/postings/62189

The deadline to apply is April 21st.

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KY SHRAB Sponsoring SAA Webinar on March 31

Posted on March 23, 2015 by admin

The KY SHRAB is sponsoring the following SAA Webinar: “Archival Collections Management Systems [DAS] – UPDATED” Tuesday, March 31 from 2:00-3:30 PM. The session will be in the Activity Room at KDLA. Cost is free to attend, but we will be limited by our space at around 30-40 people. If you are interested in attending please email Valerie Edgeworth (valerie.edgeworth@ky.gov)

For additional information about the webinar, please visit: http://saa.peachnewmedia.com/store/seminar/seminar.php?seminar=30983

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KCA Fund Award Call for Applications

Posted on March 17, 2015 by admin

Dear KCA members,

Do you need money to get a project off the ground? Are you hoping to take on a community-wide archival project? Apply for a KCA Fund Award!

Applications are due by April 15th at 5:00pm. Due to our great membership total last year, KCA is able to offer a substantial $500.00 award this year. Please see the KCA website for application guidelines. Questions may be directed to Sarah-Jane Poindexter at sj.poindexter@louisville.edu.

Good luck!

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MAC Student Scholarships

Posted on March 17, 2015 by admin

Hey Students!

Planning on attending the 2015 Midwest Archives Conference meeting in Lexington, KY, May 6-9? We have 5 scholarships available to cover your registration costs. Send us the information below by March 30th, and you’ll be entered into a random drawing. The 5 selected students will receive a waiver code to input into the registration form instead of the registration cost. If you have already registered, you can still enter the drawing for a registration refund. Don’t wait! Send the following information to ruth.bryan@uky.edu by March 30, 2015:

Name
School and program
Expected graduation date
Full contact information

MAC gratefully acknowledges the support of University Products for this scholarship.

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IS&T Archiving Conference

Posted on March 10, 2015 by admin

May 19-22, 2015
Los Angeles, CA

The Society for Imaging Science and Technology is pleased to announce the release of the preliminary program for Archiving 2015. The conference is to be held May 19-22 at the Getty Center in Los Angeles, California.

About the Conference

The IS&T Archiving Conference brings together a unique community of imaging novices and experts from libraries, archives, records management, and information technology institutions around the world to discuss and explore the expanding field of digital archiving and preservation. The conference presents the latest research results on archiving, provides a forum to explore new strategies and policies, and reports on successful projects that can serve as benchmarks in the field. Archiving 2015 is a blend of short courses, keynote talks, peer-reviewed oral presentations, an exhibit, behind-the-scenes tours, and ample opportunities to network.

More information at http://imaging.org/ist/conferences/archiving/index.cfm

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Job Posting: Oral History Administrator

Posted on March 9, 2015 by admin

Kentucky Historical Society is seeking an Oral History Administrator to facilitate the implementation of the strategic direction of the Kentucky Oral History Commission (KOHC) and the Oral History program at the KHS.

For posting information, visit http://history.ky.gov/employment-opportunities/

The deadline to apply is April 3. E-mail cover letter and resume to khs.hr@ky.gov. No phone calls please.

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Digital Directions Comes to Raleigh – Aug 3-5

Posted on March 9, 2015 by admin

Digital Directions Welcomes Kentucky Archivists!

Are you new to managing digital collections? Need a refresher? Or are you well into a digital project and want to confirm you are on the right track?

DIGITAL DIRECTIONS: Fundamentals of Creating and Managing Digital Collections
August 3-5, 2015

Raleigh Convention Center, Raleigh, NC

Guided by a faculty of national experts, join colleagues from institutions large and small for 2 ½ days of instruction on best practices and practical strategies for the creation, curation, and use of digital collections. Network with colleagues who have similar challenges, interact with faculty one-on-one, and gain a comprehensive overview of creating and caring for digital collections. Topics include assessing risks, rights and responsibilities, project planning, selection, metadata, storage, working with born-digital collections, and more.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Administrators and staff from archives, libraries, museums, and historical organizations, as well as corporate archivists and government records managers – anyone eager to learn about the basics of digitization. Student rates are available.

READ PAST PARTICIPANTS’ COMMENTS on the value of attending Digital Directions: http://bit.ly/DigDir15

For the next two years, Digital Directions will be heading to the mid-west and the west coast. Grab a seat while the conference is right in your own backyard!

FOR COMPLETE INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER:
http://bit.ly/DigDir15

QUESTIONS?

Contact Jessica Bitely, Director of Preservation Services, jbitely@nedcc.org, (978) 470-1010

See you in Raleigh!

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SAA Case Studies in Archival Ethics

Posted on March 4, 2015 by admin

Have you seen them?

Society of American Archivist’s Committee for Ethics and Professional Conduct is proud that four case studies have been written and published in the last year and are available online at: http://www2.archivists.org/groups/committee-on-ethics-and-professional-conduct/case-studies-in-archival-ethics

These case studies are written by real people and cover real situations encountered by archivists working in the field. They are guides on how to approach similar situations for other archivists and those studying archives.

The CEPC committee is still looking for archivists to provide case studies covering other areas in the Code of Ethics (http://www2.archivists.org/statements/saa-core-values-statement-and-code-of-ethics )

So the CEPC committee is reaching out to YOU to help provide real instances where the Code of Ethics for Archivists apply. You may submit a case study at: http://www2.archivists.org/groups/committee-on-ethics-and-professional-conduct/call-for-case-studies-in-archival-ethics

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Get ready for MAC in the Bluegrass State!

Posted on March 4, 2015 by admin

Registration is now open for the MAC Annual Meeting, May 6-9 in Lexington, Kentucky. Take a look at the program and special events, including tours and bourbon tastings.

All the links you need–the program, registration, hotel reservations, and more–can be found at http://www.midwestarchives.org/2015-annual-meeting.

See you in Lexington!

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AV Archives Night 2015 Call for Submissions

Posted on February 23, 2015 by admin

After the great success of our First Annual AV Archives Night at SAA 2014 we’re excited to be planning our 2nd First Annual AV Archives Night party to take place (likely) August 19th during SAA 2015 in Cleveland. We learned a lot from our first go round, so this year promises to be much improved and just as fun. And to those of you who requested, depending on the venue there may be free refreshments.

We’re in the process of locking down an event space for the night, but it’s a good time to start gathering submissions and putting together the program, so here’s the official call for submissions.

AV Archives Night 2015

AVPreserve is requesting submissions of video and audio content from archives in Ohio, Kentucky, West Virginia, and western Pennsylvania. There are no limitations on the types of content, but the preference is for material that is local or regional in nature in order to help celebrate the culture and history of the region near the conference, and to celebrate the work that archivists do to preserve our audiovisual heritage.

Submissions must be available in a digital format that is suitable for projection or playback over a sound system. Digitized or born digital content is accepted. A low resolution version is sufficient for submission in order to review and plan the programming. Content should be a maximum of about 7 minutes. Multiple submissions are acceptable, but the grand total of running time should be a maximum of about 7 minutes. Submissions should include your name, the name of your institution as it should be printed in the program, the title of the piece, the creator, the year of the piece, the original format, and a short description if available.

The contributing archive must have the rights to present the material and is responsible for confirming those rights. AVPreserve will delete or return all copies of materials provided per the request of the contributing archive. AVPreserve will claim no rights or ownership over any material or use it for any purposes outside of projection at this one time event. This will be a free event, and one does not need to be registered for SAA to attend.

Contact Josh Ranger at josh[at]avpreserve[dot]com with any questions and to submit something for the event. We’re looking forward to a great conference!

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SAA Survey

Posted on February 4, 2015 by admin

SAA is gathering employment data relating to archivists and the archives profession. Your participation will help us better understand the current employment landscape and inform our advocacy efforts. Please take a few minutes to complete the survey, and spread the word so that the survey reaches as many archives professionals as possible. Thank you!

Take the survey.

Thank you for your participation!

SAA Staff

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Job announcement: KDLA

Posted on January 26, 2015 by admin

Title: Resource Management Analyst II

Institution/Location: Ky Dept. for Libraries & Archives
300 Coffee Tree Rd
Frankfort Ky 40601

Type Position: Full-Time
Salary: $35,246.40 – $46,690.80 yearly at 37.5 hr work week
Benefit: State Benefits

Job Duties: Under general direction, provides analysis to state and local government agencies concerning electronically generated public records for management and appraisal, using specialized software tools. Conducts technological needs assessments and advises agencies on resolution, appraisal, scheduling and management of electronically generated public records. Serves on technology committees, attends legislative committee hearings, and tracks legislation concerning public records issues. Examines records retention schedules and contributes system descriptions that provide technical and contextual information, and consults with agencies to ensure systems are managed in compliance with records management laws. Promotes statewide use of information resource management and electronic records guidelines, policies, and technology standards by creating instructional materials and providing training. Assists multi-agency advisory groups by researching issues, developing draft guidelines and standards documents, and compiling meeting minutes.

Qualifications/Experience:

Education: Graduate of a college or university with a bachelor’s degree.

Experience: Must have two years of systems analysis, business administration, or public administration experience.

Education Substitution: Related technical or vocational training will substitute for the bachelor’s degree requirement on a year for year basis. A master’s degree in computer science, business or public administration will substitute for one year of the experience requirement.

Experience Substitution: Experience in computer programming, systems analysis, information services, research and statistics, business administration, or public administration will substitute for the bachelor’s degree requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Additional Comments: Applicants and employees in this classification may be required to submit to a drug screening test and background check. Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D.

Application Procedure: Complete an application and apply on-line at Careers.ky.gov

Application Deadline: February 12, 2014

Contact Information: Glen.McAninch@ky.gov

Institution’s Website: KDLA.ky.gov

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KCA Fund Award Call for Applications

Posted on January 23, 2015 by admin

Applications are now being accepted for the 2015 KCA Fund Award ($500 maximum).

The Kentucky Council on Archives (KCA) accepts letters of requests for financial support of external projects from other archival organizations and individuals. For example, previous financial support has been granted to projects managed by the State Historical Records Advisory Board’s Kentucky Archives Month Committee and the Local Arrangements Committee for the Midwest Archives Conference. KCA is particularly interested in funding community-wide professional development (i.e. workshops, training), archives advocacy initiatives, and archival outreach opportunities.

Requests are evaluated on their potential contribution and quantifiable benefits to the Kentucky archival community, notably their impact on the broad and diverse membership of the Kentucky Council on Archives. Funds are not available for individuals to offset personal costs incurred through workshop and training attendance, or for travel requests and conference registration.

To effectively evaluate letters of request, all submissions must:

  • Specify the amount of funding requested.
  • Describe the organization and/or individual submitting the request and its history, mission, values, and programs.
  • Describe the intended use of KCA funding, including project elements and location.
  • Describe the intended audience of KCA funding.
  • Describe the anticipated outcomes of KCA funding.
  • Upon completion of the project or event, submit a brief report to KCA describing the use of the funding and the outcomes.

Funding available for these requests is dependent on KCA’s annual budget. The total annual disbursement will not exceed 35% of total dues received from members during the previous calendar year. Note, the KCA Board retains the right to not grant monies during a funding cycle. Groups and individuals may apply in consecutive cycles for funding. For 2015, the fund available is $500.00. Information is available at www.kyarchivists.com/kca-funding/

The submission deadline is Wednesday, April 15, 2015; notification and receipt of monies by the end of May 2015. Submit applications or questions electronically to Sarah-Jane Poindexter, Chairperson, at sj.poindexter@louisville.edu

Best,

Sarah-Jane Poindexter and the KCA Fund Award Committee

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Sister M. Claude Lane, O.P., Memorial Award

Posted on January 22, 2015 by admin

The Society of American Archivists’ Awards Committee is seeking nominations for the Sister M. Claude Lane, O.P., Memorial Award. This award recognizes individuals who have made a significant contribution to the field of religious archives. Criteria for nomination include:

  • Involvement and work in the Archivists of Religious Collections Section (ARCS) of the Society of American Archivists.
  • Contributions to archival literature that relates to religious archives.
  • Participation and leadership in religious archives organizations.
  • Evidence of leadership in specific religious archives.

Only individual archivists are eligible for nomination. The award is sponsored by the Society of Southwest Archivists, in conjunction with Society of American Archivists. It is named in honor of Sister M. Claude Lane, the first professionally trained archivist at the Catholic Archives of Texas in Austin, who served there from 1960 until her death in 1974. The award finalist is recognized with a certificate from SAA and a $300 cash prize provided by the Society of Southwest Archivists at the annual Society of American Archivists meeting.

For more information on the Lane Award, including past winners, see:

http://www2.archivists.org/governance/handbook/section12-lane

To nominate an archivist for the Lane Award please follow the guidelines provided in the Nomination Form via the link on that page.

All nominations shall be submitted to the Awards Committee by February 28, 2015.

Please contact me if you have any questions:

David Kingma, CA
Foley Center Library
Gonzaga University
502 E Boone Avenue
Spokane, WA 99258-0095

509-313-3814
kingma@gonzaga.edu

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KY SHRAB sponsoring SAA workshop

Posted on January 21, 2015 by admin

The KY SHRAB is sponsoring the following SAA workshop:

Privacy and Confidentiality Issues in Digital Archives
Wed, Apr 29, 2015
Kentucky Department for Libraries and Archives
Frankfort, KY

The Kentucky State Historical Records Advisory Board will provide a full registration scholarship (at the early-bird member rate) to 24 archivists, records managers, librarians, or information professionals living or working in Kentucky to attend this workshop. Scholarship recipients are asked to pay $60 security deposit for their seat; the deposit will be refunded upon verification of attendance. Scholarships are first come, first serve.

http://saa.archivists.org/events/privacy-and-confidentiality-issues-in-digital-archives-1598/593/

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Call for Nominations: 2015 SAA Waldo Gifford Leland Award

Posted on January 14, 2015 by admin

Please help us to recognize the best in our profession!

Have you read a great new book about archives? Seen an exceptional new finding aid? Encountered a new documentary publication that is head and shoulders above the rest? Has a new web publication really stood out to you?

If you have, please consider nominating it for the Society of American Archivists Waldo Gifford Leland Award. Nomination forms, a list of previous winners, and more information are at http://www2.archivists.org/governance/handbook/section12-leland. The deadline for nominations is February 28, 2015.

The annual Leland Award – a cash prize and certificate – recognizes “writing of superior excellence and usefulness in the field of archival history, theory, and practice.” (Please note that periodicals are not eligible.)

Established in 1959, this award honors American archival pioneer Waldo Gifford Leland (1879-1966), president of the Society of American Archivists in the1940s and one of the driving forces behind the founding of the National Archives.

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Position: Director of Archives & Records, Diocese of Owensboro

Posted on January 14, 2015 by admin

Diocese of Owensboro – Director of Archives and Records
December 30, 2014

The Diocese of Owensboro has a job opportunity for a Director of Archives and Records. This position is located at the McRaith Catholic Center in Owensboro, KY. The Diocese encompasses 79 parishes and 17 schools in western Kentucky.

Position Summary:
The Director of Archives and Records is a full-time position which collects, preserves, and makes available the permanent and official records of the Diocese of Owensboro and the Ursuline Community of Mount Saint Joseph, its people, institutions, and associations. It documents the historical richness, development, and the spiritual, temporal and business affairs of the Catholic Church of western Kentucky. The Office of Archives and Records is also responsible for efficient records management of diocesan offices, parishes, schools, and institutions. This position requires collaboration with the Diocese’s parishes and offices within the Diocese. When necessary, he/she will coordinate events, workshops and group presentations.

Qualifications:

  • Prefer Certified Archivist or Masters in Library Sciences with a concentration in Archives
  • Experience in processing archival materials and records is required
  • Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Access
  • Commitment to the mission of the Catholic Church
  • The ability to successfully complete a criminal history and background check

Contact Details:
The Diocese of Owensboro is an equal opportunity employer that provides a wide range of benefits. All interested applicants may submit a resume and cover letter to:

Diocese of Owensboro
Human Resource Department
600 Locust Street
Owensboro, KY 42301

Or

Email – Mary.hall@pastoral.org

Applications will be accepted until position is filled.

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Free Project Management Webinar

Posted on January 13, 2015 by admin

Subject: MAC Announcement — Free Project Management Webinar

The newly formed Coalition to Advance Learning in Archives, Libraries, and Museums is offering a free, two-part webinar on project management.

Project Management 101: Planning Your Project

February 5 and 19 (1 hour each afternoon)

11 am PST / 2 pm EST

Join your colleagues from archives, libraries, and museums for a two-part, interactive learning webinar that will introduce the fundamentals of project management: planning a project. All of our fields struggle with unstable budgets and dynamic technology, so learning to think and act in terms of projects is critical—it can be the difference between turning an idea into a successful, resourced initiative or not. Led by representatives from the Institute of Museum and Library Services, the webinars will focus on the key elements of a project plan: the idea, the audiences, funding options, a work plan, an evaluation, and more. We will also discuss how to critically examine your project ideas, asking, Is it fundable? Valuable? Sustainable? And if not, what could you do differently? While learning these fundamentals, you will also benefit from the insights and experiences shared by your fellow participants from across archives, library, and museum institutions.

February 5 Key Elements of a Project Plan (1 hour)

This session will describe how careful planning leads to more successful projects.. We will cover how to develop an idea, define your audience, look at funding options, do an environmental scan, assess your resource capacity and needs, and develop a project scope and schedule for implementation. Attendees will be invited to use the two weeks between webinars to outline a project idea based on these key principles. Submitted project plans will be reviewed by webinar moderators with individual feedback provided for each submission.

February 19 Evaluating Your Project Plan (1 hour)

In this highly interactive second session, we will use sample project ideas and case studies to look at how we can assess the strength of a project plan before it is implemented. We will also discuss other project management resources and where to learn more about the topic.

How Will I Benefit?

After participating in this two-part webinar, attendees will be better able to:

  • Why project management is a critical skill
  • What it takes to turn an idea into a fundable project
  • Where to learn more about project management
  • How to evaluate staff and institutional capacities to manage a project.

Who Should Attend

This topic is relevant to all organizational roles: you may be currently managing or soon will be managing a project, or you may be a contributor to a current or future project.

Presenters and Moderators

  • Robert Horton, associate deputy director, IMLS
  • Sarah Fuller, program specialist, IMLS

Register Now

Registration Info

About the Coalition to Advance Learning in Archives, Libraries, and Museums

This is the inaugural project from the Coalition to Advance Learning in Archives, Libraries, and Museums, which is supported by grants from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the Institute of Museum and Library Services. The purpose of the coalition is to work in deliberate coordination across organizational boundaries to devise and strengthen sustainable continuing education and professional development (CE/PD) programs that will transform the library, archives, and museum work force in ways that lead to measurable impact on our nation’s communities. Look online for a complete list of Coalition members.

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Philip M. Hamer and Elizabeth Hamer Kegan Award

Posted on January 13, 2015 by admin

The Philip M. Hamer and Elizabeth Hamer Kegan Award Subcommittee of the Society of American Archivists seeks nominations for the 2015 award.

This award recognizes an archivist, editor, group of individuals, or institution that has increased public awareness of a specific body of documents through compilation, transcription, exhibition, or public presentation of archives or manuscript materials for educational, instructional, or other public purpose. Archives may include photographs, films, and visual archives. Publication may be in hard copy, microfilm, digital, or other circulating medium.

Recent winners include:

  • 2014: Emma Goldman Papers Project
  • 2013: Densho, The Japanese American Legacy Project
  • 2012: Immigration History Research Center, University of Minnesota
  • 2011: University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Libraries March On Milwaukee Civil Rights History Project Team
  • 2010: The Giza Archives Project at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston

Eligibility:

Individual archivists and editors, groups of individuals, and organizations are eligible.

Application Deadline:

All nominations shall be submitted to SAA by February 28 of each year. CLICK HERE to download the RTF application form, which includes instructions for submission.

For more information on SAA awards and the nominations process, please go to http://www.archivists.org/recognition/index.asp.

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SAA Mosaic Scholarship Announcement

Posted on January 12, 2015 by admin

The application period for the Society of American Archivists’ (SAA) Mosaic Scholarship is currently open, with a deadline of February 28, 2015.

The Mosaic Scholarship was established to provide financial and mentoring support to minority students pursuing graduate education in archival science, to encourage students to pursue careers in archives, and to promote the diversification of the American archival profession. The award is given to applicants who demonstrate excellent potential for scholastic and personal achievement and who manifest a commitment both to the archival profession and to advancing diversity concerns within it.

Up to two scholarships of $5,000 each will be awarded. In addition, each scholarship recipient receives a one-year complimentary membership to SAA and complementary registration to the Society’s Annual Meeting.

For more information on the scholarship, eligibility requirements and instructions on applying, please visit: http://www2.archivists.org/governance/handbook/section12-mosaic.

Good Luck!

The Mosaic Scholarship Selection Committee:

Krystal Appiah (Chair), Library Company of Philadelphia
Sofia Becerra-Licha, Berklee College of Music
Alex Champion, Glenstone
Andrea Jackson, Atlanta University Center
Helen Kim
Aditi Worcester, Texas State Library and Archives Commission

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J. Franklin Jameson Archival Advocacy Award

Posted on January 6, 2015 by admin

The J. Franklin Jameson Archival Advocacy Award Subcommittee of the Society of American Archivists seeks nominations for the 2014 award.

http://www2.archivists.org/governance/handbook/section12-jameson

Established in 1989, this award honors an individual, institution, or organization that promotes greater public awareness, appreciation, or support of archival activities or programs. The individual’s or institution’s contributions may take the form of advocacy, publicity, legislation, financial support, or a similar action that fosters archival work or raises public consciousness of the importance of archival work. Contributions should have broad, long-term impact at the regional level or beyond. Up to three awards may be given each year.

Recent Winners:

2014: LGBT Center of Central PA History Project, National History Day

2013: Dr. Warren Stewart

2012: Eve Kahn, Bebe Miller, Phillip Stewart

2011: “Who Do You Think You Are?” (NBC)

2010: The Gladys Krieble Delmas Foundation

2009: Ross King (Georgia Historical Records Advisory Board)

2008: Data-Intensive Cyber Environments (DICE)

Eligibility: Nominees must be from outside the archives profession. Individuals directly involved in archival work, either as paid or volunteer staff, or institutions or organizations directly responsible for an archival program are not eligible for this award.

Mailed materials must be postmarked by February 28, 2014 and should be sent to:

Franklin Jameson Archival Advocacy Award Committee
Society of American Archivists
17 North State Street, Suite 1425
Chicago, IL 60602-4061

Nominations may be submitted electronically; please see the nomination form for details. For more information on SAA awards and the nominations process, please go to:http://www.archivists.org/recognition/index.asp

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SAA Applications for 2015 Harold T. Pinkett Minority Student Travel Award now open!

Posted on January 5, 2015 by admin

The Pinkett Award was established in 1993 and recognizes and acknowledges minority graduate students, such as those of African, Asian, Latino or Native American descent, who, through scholastic and personal achievement, manifest an interest in becoming professional archivists and active members of the Society of American Archivists.
The recipients of the award will receive full complimentary registration to the SAA Annual Meeting and related expenses for hotel and travel for attending the Annual Meeting of the Society of American Archivists on August 16-22, 2015 in Cleveland, Ohio. In addition, each recipient receives a complimentary one-year membership in SAA.

Eligibility: The Pinkett is awarded to minority students, with preference given to full-time students possessing a minimum scholastic grade point average of 3.5 while enrolled in a graduate program focusing on archival management during the academic year proceeding the date on which the award is given.

For more details or to download the application form please visit:
http://www2.archivists.org/governance/handbook/section12-pinkett

The deadline to apply is February 28, 2015.

We wish you the best of luck!

Sincerely,

The Harold T. Pinkett Minority Student Award Committee

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Public input sought for state’s long-term historic preservation plan

Posted on January 5, 2015 by admin

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Public input is being requested for a new five-year strategic plan outlining goals and objectives for helping preserve historic buildings and other sites in the Commonwealth through 2020.

The Kentucky Heritage Council/State Historic Preservation Office (KHC) has set up an online survey and will also be arranging a series of public meetings and networking opportunities during the first quarter of 2015. The goal is to gather feedback and creative ideas from a broad range of constituents, to help address issues such as how to approach neighborhood preservation more effectively, stem demolition by neglect, and foster greater understanding of the benefits of – and a stronger public commitment toward – the preservation and reuse of old buildings.

The survey takes five minutes to complete, at https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/KYpreservationplan, and the agency is particularly interested in hearing from individuals who do not think of themselves as “historic preservationists.”

Once completed in early 2016, the plan is intended to serve as a tool for use by individuals, nonprofits and local governments interested in applying the strategies to local issues.

“A state plan will only be successful if it truly reflects what the needs are, and how the public can respond in a proactive way to preserve historic places that have meaning and significance,” said Craig Potts, KHC executive director and state historic preservation officer.

“Historic preservation is about much more than old buildings,” said Vicki Birenberg, KHC planning coordinator, who is overseeing plan development. “Preservation provides many beneficial opportunities – to feel connected to the history and identity of our communities, for economic revitalization and placemaking, for strengthening social connections, and to reuse existing structures to conserve scarce resources. We want to use this as an opportunity to demonstrate how preserving historic buildings and the historic fabric of our communities is becoming increasingly relevant to each of our lives.”

Historic downtowns and older neighborhoods are being re-energized as a result of the renewed interest in walkability and the enhanced quality of life that comes with the freedom from driving, Birenberg said. This is supported by national trends showing that downtown and urban settings are becoming more desirable as places to live, while suburban areas “are scrambling to address the lack of pedestrian infrastructure and proximity between destinations,” she said.

New tools such as “Walk Score”® ratings have shown that higher walkability scores translate into higher real estate values, while traditional older neighborhoods designed with sidewalks, front porches and similar amenities to promote connectivity and social interaction are being replicated in developments utilizing new urbanist neighborhood design principles.

“We want to hear from all stakeholders, especially those that have the ability in their day-to-day activities to make decisions or influence what happens to historic and cultural resources – not just buildings, but also landscapes such as public spaces or farms, and sites such as historic bridges, rock fences or roadside buildings,” Birenberg said.

For more, visit www.heritage.ky.gov, or call 502-564-7005, ext. 126.

Photos: Pikeville Main Street, Murray court square, Marion Café sign in Crittenden County

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An agency of the Kentucky Tourism, Arts and Heritage Cabinet, the Kentucky Heritage Council/State Historic Preservation Office is responsible for the identification, protection and preservation of archaeological resources and historic buildings, sites and cultural resources throughout the Commonwealth, in partnership with other state and federal agencies, communities and interested citizens. This mission is integral to making communities more livable and has a far-ranging impact on issues as diverse as economic development, jobs creation, affordable housing, heritage tourism, community revitalization, environmental conservation and quality of life. www.heritage.ky.gov

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Call for Poster Presentations: MAC in the Bluegrass State

Posted on December 15, 2014 by admin

The Midwest Archives Conference will convene for its Annual Meeting May 6-9, 2015, in the great Commonwealth of Kentucky—Lexington, to be exact. This lively city, known for champion racehorses, bourbon, and history dating to 1775, will be the backdrop for an exciting conference!

Poster Proposals

The 2015 Program Committee invites poster proposal submissions on all aspects of archival practice and research, as well as from allied and related fields. Submissions are welcome from students as well as new professionals.

Proposal Evaluation

The Program Committee will evaluate all proposals submitted by the deadline. Proposals will be evaluated in two ways:

  • Merit and clarity of the 250-word abstract; and
  • Completeness of the proposal, particularly having well-developed content to understand all relevant aspects of the topic.

Individuals with proposals chosen for inclusion in the MAC 2015 Annual Meeting will be notified in February 2015.

To submit a proposal, please fill out the online form. The deadline for submitting poster proposals for the 2015 MAC Annual Meeting is January 15, 2015.

For more information, visit http://www.midwestarchives.org/call-for-poster-proposals.

We look forward to seeing you in Lexington!

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Position Announcement: Director of Research Services (Univ of Kentucky)

Posted on October 27, 2014 by admin

Description and Responsibilities

The University of Kentucky Libraries Special Collections Research Center (SCRC) seeks a knowledgeable professional to serve as the Director of Research Services. The Director has administrative responsibility for archival, rare book and general research services both within the Breckinridge Research Room and virtually.

The University of Kentucky Libraries Special Collections Research Center (SCRC) seeks a knowledgeable professional to serve as the Director of Research Services. The Director has administrative responsibility for archival, rare book and general research services both within the Breckinridge Research Room and virtually.

• Reports to the Associate Dean for the SCRC

• Serves on the SCRC management group that collaboratively administers the Breckinridge Research Room, the Louie B. Nunn Center for Oral History, the Wendell H. Ford Public Policy Research Center, the King Library Press, the Digital Lab, and the University Archives and Records Program

• Develops long term planning and policies for providing access to rare books and archival materials

• Leads a team of 6-7 full-time employees comprising archival collections management, rare books, research services, undergraduate research, and the King Library Press

• Manages budget allocations including a student budget

• Works collaboratively across SCRC to implement and advance strategic planning and shared goals

• Recommends priorities for collection development, management, preservation, and access

• Maintains and augments the book collection including the Americana Collection, the Peal collection of British and American literature, printing history and rare book arts, Cortot, Mexicana, and others

• Administers the King Library Press, which preserves a tradition of fine printing and produces books and broadsides

• Pursues grants or other funding opportunities to further the goals of the SCRC

• Participates in UK Libraries-wide faculty responsibilities, works effectively in a shared decision-making environment

• Actively participates in state, regional, and national professional organizations and activities

• Oversees building systems for the SCRC in the Margaret I. King Library

Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Tenure track, 12-month appointment, 22 days annual leave, 12 paid holidays, TIAA–CREF and Fidelity retirement plans. For more benefits information see: www.uky.edu/HR/benefits.

Located in the beautiful bluegrass region of central Kentucky, the University of Kentucky Libraries system includes the main William T. Young Library, Medical Center Library, Special Collections Research Center, Agricultural Information Center, Fine Arts Library, Design Library, Education Library, Engineering Library, and Science Library. UK Libraries also manages the Kentucky Digital Library for the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Combined library holdings total more than four million volumes. The system has a faculty of 60 and a support and professional staff of 108 and serves a student body of 28,000. UK Libraries use the Voyager integrated library system. UK Libraries memberships include the Association of Research Libraries, LYRASIS, ASERL, and the Center for Research Libraries. UK is a regional depository for U.S. government publications.

To apply, interested applicants must complete a UK Online Academic Profile at https://ukjobs.uky.edu and attach three documents: Curriculum Vitae, a cover letter and contact information of three professional references (Specific Request 1). If you have any questions, contact HR/Employment, phone (859) 257-9555 (press 2). The application deadline is November 21, 2014. The University of Kentucky is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a culturally diverse intellectual community and strongly encourages applications from women and underrepresented minorities.

Complete Job Description

https://ukjobs.uky.edu/postings/44356

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