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Tuesday, May 11 • 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Historians, Libraries and Archives: Collaboration for Education

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This presentation traces 16 years of collaboration between an archivist/librarian and historians.  Topics include Archives orientations, bibliographic instruction, volunteer extra credit programs and co teaching a semester long course.  The presentation traces the benefits to both teaching faculty and archivists and librarians of such a collaboration.  Detailed examples can be applied across libraries and archives.  The presentation will feature an archivist/librarian and Dr. Melanie Byrd, history professor of VSU.
Speakers
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Melanie Byrd

Professor, Valdosta State University
Melanie Byrd teaches European and ancient history at Valdosta State University. Her areas of specialization include the French Revolution and Napoleon, nineteenth century Europe, the Ancient Mediterranean, and food in world history. She also teaches the senior seminar in history... Read More →
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Deborah Davis

Director, Odum Library, Valdosta State University
Deborah Davis is Certified Archivist, a full professor, and the director of the Valdosta State University and Special Collections. Her areas of specific expertise include teaching and archives, outreach, grant writing, and administration. She oversees the VSU Archives digitization... Read More →

Tuesday May 11, 2021 3:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
  Special Collections

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