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The Collections And Resources Of Special Collections At Boise State University, Julia Stringfellow Oct 2013

The Collections And Resources Of Special Collections At Boise State University, Julia Stringfellow

Julia Stringfellow

No abstract provided.


A Photographic History Of Boise State University With The Class Of 1963, Julia Stringfellow Oct 2013

A Photographic History Of Boise State University With The Class Of 1963, Julia Stringfellow

Julia Stringfellow

No abstract provided.


The Well-Rounded Archivist In Your Mid-Career: How Do You Do It All And What Have You Learned?, Julia Stringfellow May 2013

The Well-Rounded Archivist In Your Mid-Career: How Do You Do It All And What Have You Learned?, Julia Stringfellow

Julia Stringfellow

No abstract provided.


The Use Of Primary Sources In Special Collections, Julia Stringfellow Feb 2012

The Use Of Primary Sources In Special Collections, Julia Stringfellow

Julia Stringfellow

This workshop will cover BSU's Special Collections and Archives and its many collections and research opportunities. Examples of primary sources will also be included, as well as a a short tour of the department. In addition to the wealth of information about Idaho history, Special Collections also holds valuable resources for those researching Idaho writers, Idaho music, university history, rare books, and a large collection of indexed photographs that cover a variety of subjects.


A Photographic History Of Boise State University, Julia Stringfellow, Jim Duran Jan 2012

A Photographic History Of Boise State University, Julia Stringfellow, Jim Duran

Julia Stringfellow

No abstract provided.


The Rewards Of Certification: It’S Not Just Another Acronym, Julia Stringfellow Jan 2012

The Rewards Of Certification: It’S Not Just Another Acronym, Julia Stringfellow

Julia Stringfellow

This article looks at the process Stringfellow took in preparing for the exam to become certified as an archivist (C.A.) and the long-term benefits of studying for and taking the exam. The ACA Newsletter can be viewed electronically at the ACA website, http://www.certifiedarchivists.org/.


The University Authors Recognition Reception At Boise State University: A Celebration Of Scholarship, Julia Stringfellow, Michelle Armstrong Jan 2012

The University Authors Recognition Reception At Boise State University: A Celebration Of Scholarship, Julia Stringfellow, Michelle Armstrong

Julia Stringfellow

No abstract provided.


University Documents In Scholarworks: Methodology And Collection Features, Julia Stringfellow, Jim Duran Aug 2011

University Documents In Scholarworks: Methodology And Collection Features, Julia Stringfellow, Jim Duran

Julia Stringfellow

The University Documents collection in ScholarWorks contains books, catalogs, magazines, reports, and other materials that document the history of Boise State University. Providing open access to these items in electronic format has greatly benefited their preservation needs and access. The Special Collections staff share about the process involved in the selection and digitization of the collection's contents.


The Volunteering Archivist And The Volunteer In The Archives: The Important Relationship Of Archivists And Volunteers, Julia Stringfellow May 2011

The Volunteering Archivist And The Volunteer In The Archives: The Important Relationship Of Archivists And Volunteers, Julia Stringfellow

Julia Stringfellow

No abstract provided.


Book Review: 100 Years: Idaho And Its Parks, Julia Stringfellow Mar 2011

Book Review: 100 Years: Idaho And Its Parks, Julia Stringfellow

Julia Stringfellow

No abstract provided.


No Fees Required: Opening Access To University Content (Tech Talk), Julia Stringfellow, Michelle Armstrong Mar 2011

No Fees Required: Opening Access To University Content (Tech Talk), Julia Stringfellow, Michelle Armstrong

Julia Stringfellow

This article shares information from a presentation at the 2011 Southwest Idaho Library Association Regional Conference, which explored increased access to university collections and scholarship and the great benefits this provides for all library communities. Access to university records and scholarship, both born digital and originally in paper, is improved by providing them in an open, electronic format. The session featured examples of institutional repositories and the types of digital content they include, and provided resources with information on creating and implementing an institutional repository.


A Conversation With Archivist Alan Virta, Julia Stringfellow Jan 2011

A Conversation With Archivist Alan Virta, Julia Stringfellow

Julia Stringfellow

Alan Virta, the Head of Special Collections and Archives at Boise State University’s Albertsons Library, retired on Friday, October 28, following a career of nearly 24 years at the university. I had the honor of sitting down with him recently and asking about his journey to Boise State University and some of the key events in his position as Head of Special Collections.


Archives 101: Basic Procedures For Working With Archival Materials, Julia Stringfellow Nov 2009

Archives 101: Basic Procedures For Working With Archival Materials, Julia Stringfellow

Julia Stringfellow

No abstract provided.