University of Kentucky Student Chapter
of the Society of American Archivists
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So You Want To Be An Archivist:
The primary task of the archivist is to establish and maintain control, both physical and intellectual, over records of enduring value. Archivists select records, a process that requires an understanding of the historical context in which the records were created, the uses for which they were intended, and their relationships to other sources. The archivist then arranges and describes the records, in accordance with accepted standards and practices; ensures the long-term preservation of collections; assists researchers; and plans and directs exhibitions, publications, and other outreach programs to broaden the use of collections and to enlist support for archival programs.
(From the Society of American Archivists webpage. For more about the work of archivists, please see "So You Want to Be an Archivist: An Overview of the Archival Profession" at www.archivists.org/prof-education/arprof.asp.)
About the UK SAA Student Chapter:
Current Officers (2006-2007):
President: Adrianne Ritter-Phillips
Vice President/Secretary: Jennifer Howard
Faculty Advisor:
Bill Marshall, Curator of Manuscripts, UK Special Collections
Important Documents
Chapter Constitution (Word) (PDF)
SAA Student Chapter Guidelines
Last updated: 10/18/2006.