New England Archivists News

Contingent Employment Study III (CES III) Launches Survey

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 18:23:30 GMT

NEW ENGLAND — The Contingent Employment Study III (CES III) — a research taskforce of the Inclusion and Diversity Committee (IDC) of New England Archivists (NEA) — announces the launch of its CES III Survey, now open through August 31, 2026.

The CES III research team seeks to hear directly from archival workers with current and recent experience in contingent employment or employment in temporary and term positions. This includes grant-funded positions, part-time positions, positions without timely or reliable renewal of contract, and any employment without benefits (e.g., vacation time, health insurance, and retirement contributions) enjoyed by colleagues at the same institution.

All eligible archival workers are invited to respond to the CES III Survey — which takes approximately 30–45 minutes — and share the link to the survey with colleagues and friends. Respondents do not have to be a member of NEA or be currently employed in the archival field to take the survey. Eligible participants include:

(1) archival workers or former archival workers who have been contingently employed in the New England region (Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont) during the past ten years, 2016–2026; or

(2) archival workers or former archival workers who have been contingently-employed anywhere in the United States during the last ten years (2016–2026) and are currently living or working in the New England region.

CES III marks the third iteration of the NEA/IDC’s Contingent Employment Study, which aims to gather data about contingent employment and how this precarious labor practice impacts the professional experiences of New England’s archival communities. Its timing serves as a key measure of the ways the archival profession has progressed or failed to progress in creating equitable employment opportunities for qualified archivists in the years since CES II in 2021 and CES I in 2016.

The enduring relevance of the CES mission is made more urgent by the current sociopolitical and economic climate in the United States, which brings the longstanding issue of contingent employment in the archival field into dialogue with wider labor trends. To reflect this new landscape, the survey has been updated to include questions related to the job market, anti-DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) developments, funding cuts, changes to student loans, and artificial intelligence (AI) use in the profession.

At the end of the CES III Survey, respondents are also invited to participate in an optional follow-up interview, which is an opportunity to share further personal experiences and perspectives on contingent employment conditions in the archival field. Research data from the survey and follow-up interviews will be anonymized and maintained by NEA.

The research team will share their findings and recommendations on how to better support contingently employed archival workers with NEA’s executive board in early 2027. The results of this study will also be made available to the public in a final NEA report and a journal article anticipated later in 2027.

Questions are welcome and can be directed to Elizabeth Nosari, CES III chair, at CEStudy@newenglandarchivists.org.

CES III Taskforce Members
Sally Blanchard-O’Brien
Erica Buswell
Alexandra Dunn
Irene Gates
Nicole Gómez
Mollie Metevier
Elizabeth Nosari
Clarrie Scholtz

Additional Support and Accessibility Options Available at the New England Archivists’ 2026 Spring Meeting in Response to ICE’s Increased Enforcement Efforts

Tracy MacMath — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 15:12:59 GMT

NEW ENGLAND — For weeks, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has continued to increase operations in many locations, including in Portland, Maine — where the New England Archivists (NEA) are currently planning the 2026 Spring Meeting from March 19-21. While Maine Governor Janet Mills has announced that ICE has halted enhanced activities in the state as of January 29, 2026, NEA is committed to ensuring that Spring Meeting attendees feel safe and supported.

To that end, this year’s meeting will offer an entirely virtual option for those who are unable to attend for any reason. We also encourage all attendees and NEA members to prepare for immigration enforcement activity by reviewing “Know Your Rights” information compiled by the Maine chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), the Immigrant Legal Advocacy Project (ILAP), and the Refugee and Human Rights Clinic at the University of Maine School of Law. This information will be shared in-person at the meeting via placards posted throughout the venue.

Inspired by the guidance provided by the American Library Association, we also suggest that attendees:

Make a digital copy of and plan to carry personal identification (REAL ID or passport) with you at all times,
Share your itinerary with someone at home and check in regularly

During the Spring Meeting, we will provide escorts for anyone who may feel unsafe at the hotel venue or around Portland. Escorts will be visibly marked during the Spring Meeting with their descriptors available only to meeting registrants. If you would like to request or offer to be an escort, email the Inclusion and Diversity Committee chair.

We understand that this is a tense time for many. But moments like this are exactly why NEA exists. From our mission to our core values, we’re here to:

Provide community and connection in uncertain times;
Create affirming spaces and foster conversations that explicitly center diversity and inclusion;
Leverage our collective voice to educate the general public about issues affecting archival work and connect with people in positions of power to advocate for positive change;
Empower you with the resources you need to speak out against injustice at every level.

NEA’s Spring Meeting provides archival professionals three days of virtual and in-person workshops, sessions, special events, and roundtable discussions. Learn more about NEA’s 2026 Spring Meeting and register today.

NEA 2025 Election Results

Jesse Keel — Tue, 06 Jan 2026 15:37:52 GMT

The Nominating Committee is pleased to announce the results of the 2025 NEA election, which was held December 5-18, 2025. We had a voter turnout of 36%. Thank you to all of the candidates who ran this year and to everyone who voted.

The following have been elected by the membership and will join the Executive Board on March 21, 2026:

Vice-President/President-Elect: Margaret Dalton

Representative at Large: Sally Blanchard-O’Brien

Secretary: Molly Brown

Treasurer-Elect: Heather Mumford

Congratulations to the newly elected officers, and please join us in welcoming them to their roles at the Spring 2026 Meeting in Portland, ME this March! See the bottom of this message for a brief introduction to each newly elected officer.

If you are interested in getting involved with NEA governance on a committee or in an appointed role, visit our website to learn more about volunteer opportunities.

NEA Nominating Committee:
Jeanne Lowrey, Chair Marion Hamilton Kris Kobialka Mollie Metevier

Margaret Dalton: Margaret is the Collection Services Archivist at the Harvard Law School Library. Prior to assuming this role, she completed an array of term appointments spanning seven years. These appointments included, but were not limited to, Project Archivist at the Frances Loeb Library of Harvard University Graduate School of Design, Project Archivist for Women's Sports Collections at the New-York Historical Society, and Luce Grant Project Archivist at the George Washington University Special Collections Research Center.

Margaret began service to NEA as Treasurer-Elect in 2024, concurrently served as Treasurer-Elect and Treasurer for a spell, and will continue to serve as Treasurer until the 2026 Annual Business Meeting. She has been a member of the Financial Planning Committee since 2024 and contributed to the Program Committee’s work on planning the Spring 2025 Meeting.

Sally Blanchard-O’Brien: Sally works as a Congressional Papers Archivist at the University of Vermont Silver Special Collections Library and has over a decade of experience with government archival records, holding previous roles at the Vermont State Archives and Records Administration. She has been an active member of the New England Archivists since 2016 and have served in several volunteer roles, including as a member of the Membership Committee, member of the 2021 Spring Program Committee, member of the Academic Archivists Roundtable, co-chair of the Community Archives Advocates Roundtable, editor and co-chair of the Newsletter Committee, and Marketing and Outreach Associate for the Journal of Contemporary Archival Studies.

Molly Brown: Molly is currently the Reference and Outreach Archivist at Northeastern University Archives and Special Collections and has been in this role since 2018. Her focus as a public services archivist is community-informed collaboration and fostering archival engagement environments that move beyond transactional research. Her first connection with archival work was in high school as a historic home tour guide in Montana conferring with volunteers transcribing previous homeowners’ diaries. Since then she has worked in part-time and professional roles at a variety of institutions in the Pacific Northwest and the Boston area from historical societies, museums, university special collections to corporate and church archives.

Molly joined NEA after attending the 2016 fall conference in Amherst while a student at Simmons. Over the years she has had the honor of holding leadership positions in the Roundtable for Early Professionals and Students, Teaching with Primary Sources Roundtable, and as a representative-at-Large.

Heather Mumford: As the Archivist for the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, Heather works collaboratively to build inclusive collections that reflect the school’s legacy and the evolving story of public health. This includes partnering with communities to identify gaps and ensure their records fully capture each story, while remaining mindful of how dominant identities—including my her own—shape the stewardship of history. She is also driven by a professional interest in how grief and transition influence the ways archivists engage with donors and approach the acquisition of records.

Before joining the Center for the History of Medicine in 2011, Heather volunteered with the Peabody Essex Museum, Boston Public Library, Providence Public Library, and the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation. In 2023, she became a certified End of Life Doula.

NEA Seeks Nominees for Volunteer Leadership Positions

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 20:03:32 GMT

As a volunteer-led organization, New England Archivists (NEA) relies on the leadership of our members to continue our important work. In preparation for our fall election, the NEA Nominating Committee seeks candidates for:

Vice President/President-Elect
Secretary
Representative-at-Large
Treasurer-Elect

Newly elected officers will begin their terms of service on March 21, 2026 at the conclusion of NEA’s Annual Business Meeting.

All members in good standing are eligible to serve as an officer, including candidates at all career stages and points in their NEA journey. To nominate yourself or others, complete this short nomination form as soon as possible. Note: Nominations are not firm commitments. By nominating yourself or others, you are registering interest. Self-nominations are common and encouraged!

For more information on each open office, visit ourElections page. If you have any questions, contact Jeanne Lowrey, Chair of the Nominating Committee.

Thanks for considering this important opportunity to serve NEA!

NEA Nominating Committee
Jeanne Lowrey (Chair)
Marion Hamilton
Kobi Kobialka
Mollie Metevier

NEA 2026 Spring Meeting: Call for Proposals

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 13:35:16 GMT

New England Archivists (NEA) invites submission of session proposals for our Spring Meeting to be held March 19 - March 21, 2026 in Portland, Maine.

The deadline for proposals has been extended to August 15.

In the spirit of our host state, Maine’s motto, Dirigo—meaning “I lead” or “I direct,” we’re discussing how we, as archives and cultural heritage workers, can respond to the times and build a more resilient profession and field. What are our roles in this current moment? What are our institutions’ roles? And how does our work affect our social, political, and environmental realities? As we look to the future, we are called to consider: what are the most important challenges and opportunities in the archival field on the horizon?

Possible session types

Standard presentations

Two or three speakers present on a common theme. May include a moderator to steer discussion and/or introduce speakers and theme.

Open forum

Topical discussion with moderator leading discussion with attendees. May include additional moderator(s) to direct breakout conversations.

Roundtable Discussion

Three or four participants make very brief remarks, then discuss a topic together. Includes a moderator to steer discussion.

Pechakucha

Each presentation consists of 20 slides or images displayed for 20 seconds each, with comment, and lasts 6 minutes and 40 seconds. Highest number of presenters possible is 12, fewer if leaving time for questions.

Lightning Talks

Like PechaKucha, but without a set format. May or may not include slides or images. Presentations may be from 3 to 10 minutes long, with a number of presenters depending on time allotted for each.

Debate

Moderator announces the topic, and two other individuals debate.

Note: standard AV (a projector and screen) will be provided for each session. Presenters are expected to provide a laptop for connecting to the projector, as well as any additional audiovisual equipment needs.

Special call for student proposals!

The NEA Programming Committee will be hosting a special session dedicated to highlighting graduate student work. Presentations will be in lightning talk format with each presentation lasting no more than 10 minutes.

We encourage students to submit proposals related to research, student work, archival internships/jobs, and other archival intersections. The committee will review proposals from current master’s and doctoral students through July 30, 2025.

Collaboration

To facilitate collaboration, the Spring 2026 Program Committee has created a space for NEA members to develop session proposals together

Please use this space to connect with your colleagues about potential session topics and formats. This collaborative space will be accessible until the deadline for proposals, July 30, 2025.

Proposal submission

To submit a general proposal, complete the form here. To submit a student proposal, complete the form here.

Please note that proposed sessions involving fewer than three presenters and/or covering overlapping topics may be grouped together.

All submissions will be acknowledged by the Program Committee. If your proposal is selected, your acknowledgment will include instructions about next steps. All presenters are required to register for the conference upon acceptance, at the early-bird rate, and to fund their own travel expenses.

Scholarships and awards

Meeting and travel scholarships are available through NEA for those in need. Details may be found on the NEA website:

Please also refer to the following pages for specific details on:

Accessibility and code of conduct

NEA is committed to making the Spring 2026 Meeting welcoming and accessible to all presenters and attendees. NEA will provide presenters guidelines to ensure that their presentations meet current accessibility guidelines to the best of their ability. Presenters are also required to abide by the NEA Code of Conduct.

If you will need specific accommodations, such as interpretive services, to support your participation in this event, please contact the program co-chairs, Sarah Shepherd and Laura Taylor.

New England Archivists Condemn Trump Administration’s Actions Jeopardizing the Integrity of National Archives, Historic Sites, and History Education

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 15:55:51 GMT

NEW ENGLAND—The New England Archivists (NEA), a membership organization of over 600 archivists and recordkeepers who live or work in New England, wholeheartedly condemns recent actions by the Trump Administration to undermine the strength, integrity, and diversity of the nation’s historical record.

Since taking office in January 2025, the Trump Administration has:

Terminated a significant portion of archivists and cultural heritage workers at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA), the National Park Service (NPS), and other government agencies;
Dismissed Colleen Shogan, the Eleventh Archivist of the United States, without communicating a reason as required by law (44 U.S.Code § 1203);
Released a number of concerning executive orders that seek to deny the full history of American democracy and erase marginalized communities, particularly transgender and queer people, from the historical narrative.

Archives are the foundation of a democratic society. They exist to safeguard the rights of individuals, ensure transparency, and hold public servants accountable. This is particularly true for the nonpartisan NARA, where all permanent records generated by the government are preserved, from the nation’s founding documents to military personnel files, maps, drawings, photographs, electronic records, and more. In addition to compromising the livelihoods of thousands of individuals—many of whom we recognize as NEA members and colleagues—these alarming attacks on our national archives, historic sites, and public education embolden people in positions of power to promote false histories, evade responsibility, silence and erase historically marginalized communities, and, ultimately, harm our nation and its people. These decisions run contrary to the values that guide our profession: accountability, social responsibility, preservation, access, and use.

Moments like this are exactly why NEA exists. From our mission to our core values, we’re here to:

Provide community and connection in uncertain times;
Create affirming spaces and foster conversations that explicitly center diversity and inclusion;
Leverage our collective voice to educate the general public about issues affecting archival work and connect with people in positions of power to advocate for positive change;
Empower members with the resources they need to speak out against injustice at every level.

To our members who are disheartened and directly impacted by current events, know that you are not alone. Today and every day, NEA commits to stewardship of history that centers transparency, integrity, and professional ethics. We invite you to join us in prioritizing advocacy as a core function of our work by contacting your legislator and urging them to safeguard the government archives for the sake of a free and healthy democracy.

As we continue to get a clearer picture of the road ahead, we vow to provide our community with the resources necessary to advocate for change and identify actions we can take within our own organization to better support our membership and profession. Subscribe to our listserv, where we’ll be sharing updates on NEA’s response, actions you can take to get involved, and tips for advocacy. As a member-based, volunteer-run organization, our work is shaped by your feedback. If there are resources, programming, or specific actions that you’d like to see from NEA, let us know by filling out our form.

ABOUT NEW ENGLAND ARCHIVISTS

Formed in 1973, New England Archivists (NEA) is a volunteer, regional organization comprised of archivists and record keepers who live or work in the states of Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, and beyond. Our mission is to connect and support the diverse individuals and organizations in New England responsible for the care of cultural heritage and the documentary record, through advocacy, education, communication, and the forging of a strong, inclusive professional network.

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NEA Award Nominations are Open

Tracy MacMath — Tue, 03 Dec 2024 19:41:12 GMT

Each year, New England Archivists grant several awards to recognize and amplify the work of innovative and devoted stewards of the historical record. In preparation for awards season, NEA seeks nominations for:

The Archival Advocacy Award, given annually to an individual or institution demonstrating extraordinary support of New England archival projects and records.
The Audio/Visual Professional Development Award, a monetary award given annually to one NEA member to support their professional development related to moving image, recorded sound, and time-based media.
The Distinguished Service Award, given annually to an individual, institution, or group of individuals/institutions dedicated to the promotion of NEA’s objectives and who has made significant contributions to the profession, their institution, NEA, or the archival community in New England.
The Richard W. Hale, Jr., Professional Development Award, a monetary award given annually to promote the professional development of archivists in the region.
The Richard L. Haas Records Management Award, a monetary award to support a project that promotes increased cooperation, understanding, and knowledge between the archival and records management professions.

Applications will be open from December 1, 2024 - February 15, 2025. For more information on each award, including details on how to apply, visit our Awards page.

In addition to granting awards, NEA’s Inclusion and Diversity Committee manages an honoraria fund to compensate people of color involved in a broad range of professional activities. Learn more eligibility, award amounts, and applications on our website.

NEA 2025 Spring Meeting: Call for Proposals

Tracy MacMath — Wed, 30 Oct 2024 16:14:03 GMT

New England Archivists (NEA) invites submissions of session proposals for our 2025 Spring Meeting, Innovating the Archives, on March 13-15, 2025 in Springfield, MA — the birthplace of Dr. Seuss!

The deadline for general proposals is now closed. We are still accepting proposals for our student lightning talks!

The 2025 Spring Meeting is near, and this call for proposals is your chance to spread some good cheer! Over three inspiring days of virtual and in-person sessions, special events, and roundtable discussions, we’ll connect and explore the future of our important work, and you’re invited to be a part of it.

The Spring 2025 Program Committee invites proposals on all topics but is especially interested in the following:

Innovation in your archives
Instruction in the archives
Legal issues in archiving (ethics, copyright, access restrictions, etc.)
Practical tips and tricks
Successes and failures when trying something new
Best Practices
Use of AI, or non-AI technological innovations
Managing Change
Innovation as a way to bring the past forward
Collaboration, both inside and outside of your institution

First-time presenters, current students, early-career professionals, and members of underrepresented communities are encouraged to apply.

Possible Session Types

Sessions should be one hour total at maximum.

STANDARD PRESENTATIONS
One or more speakers present on a common theme. Presentations may include a moderator to steer discussion and/or introduce speakers and the theme.

OPEN FORUM
A moderator leads a topical discussion with everyone in attendance. Forums may include additional moderator(s) to direct breakout conversations.

PANEL DISCUSSION
Three or four participants make brief remarks before discussing a topic together. Discussion includes a moderator to steer the conversation.

LIGHTNING TALKS
Speakers prepare a 3-10 minute presentation that may or may not include slides or images. The number of presenters depends on the time allotted for each.

CASE STUDY DISCUSSIONS
A moderator presents a case or the issue to potential experts, who offer solutions.

“ASK ME ANYTHING” (AMA)
An expert in a specific area provides help to audience members without a presentation. Questions can be submitted ahead of time or asked live.

DISCUSSION
Discussion leaders lead the audience in thought-provoking conversation about current issues in the archives. The session can also include an interactive component such as brainstorming solutions to a problem, sharing workflows, or quiet reflection/writing.

OTHER
If you have an idea for a session not outlined here, let us know!

Note: standard AV (a projector and screen) will be provided for each session. Presenters are expected to provide a laptop to connect to the projector, as well as any additional audiovisual equipment needs.

Collaboration
Do you have a brilliant idea for a presentation but prefer to co-present with others? Share your idea in our spreadsheet and invite others to join you! Use this space to connect with colleagues about potential session topics and formats.
This collaborative space will be accessible until the deadline for proposals, November 25, 2024.

Proposal Submission
To submit a proposal, complete this form.

All submissions will be acknowledged by the Program Committee. If your proposal is selected, your acknowledgment will include instructions about next steps. All presenters must register for the conference upon acceptance at the early-bird rate. They are expected to fund their own travel expenses.

Scholarships and Awards
Meeting and travel scholarships are available through NEA for those in need.
For specific details, refer to the resources below:

Accessibility and Code of Conduct:
NEA is committed to making the Spring 2025 Meeting welcoming and accessible to all presenters and attendees. Presenters are encouraged to ensure that their presentations meet current accessibility guidelines. This includes leaving space on the bottom of presentations to enable closed captioning on slides. If you need help assistance, contact the program chair, Lia Sansoucy. Presenters are also required to abide by the NEA Code of Conduct.

If you need specific accommodations like interpretive services to support your participation in this event, contact the program chair, Lia Sansoucy. For more information about the physical features of the hotel, including accessible rooms, common areas, or special services relating to a specific disability please call 413-781-1010.

We look forward to seeing you all in Springfield!

NEA Seeks Nominees for Volunteer Leadership Positions

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 18:21:05 GMT

Vice President/President-Elect
Representative-at-Large (Two positions)
Treasurer-Elect

Newly elected officers will begin their terms of service on March 15, 2025.

All members in good standing are eligible to serve as an officer, including candidates at all career stages and points in their NEA journey. To nominate yourself or others, complete this short nomination form before August 23, 2024.

Note: Nominations are not firm commitments. By nominating yourself or others, you are registering interest. Self-nominations are common and encouraged!

For more information on each open office, visit our Elections page.

If you have any questions, contact Caitlin Birch, Chair of the Nominating Committee.

Thanks for considering this important opportunity to serve NEA!

NEA Nominating Committee

Caitlin Birch (Chair), Stephanie Call, Michelle Chiles, Liam Sullivan, Sam Valentine

NEA Spring 2024 Meeting: Call for Graduate Student Presentation Proposals

Tracy MacMath — Mon, 18 Dec 2023 18:17:14 GMT

The NEA Spring 2024 Conference will take place in Providence, RI from March 14-16, 2024, with the theme In Pursuit of the Future. It promises to be an engaging event that will provide a look into NEA and the archival profession in the coming years.

The NEA Programming Committee is putting out a call for presentation proposals for a session dedicated to highlighting graduate student work. The committee will review proposals from current masters and doctoral students through January 19, 2024.

Presentations will be in lightning-talk format with each presentation lasting no more than 10 minutes. We encourage students to submit proposals related to research, student work, archival internships/jobs, and other archival intersections.

Please see the call for student presenters for more details.

We look forward to seeing you all in Providence!

Scholarships and Awards:

Meeting and travel scholarships are available through NEA. Details may be found on the NEA website: https://newenglandarchivists.org/Meeting-Travel-and-Session-Scholarships.

Please refer to the following pages for specific details on:

● Meeting and travel assistance: https://newenglandarchivists.org/meeting_travel

● Student member meeting and travel assistance: https://newenglandarchivists.org/VonSalis

● Inclusion and diversity session scholarship: https://newenglandarchivists.org/inclusion-diversity-scholarship/

Accessibility and Code of Conduct:

NEA is committed to making the Spring 2024 Meeting welcoming and accessible to all presenters and attendees. Presenters are encouraged to ensure that their presentations meet current accessibility guidelines. Presenters are also required to abide by the NEA Code of Conduct, which can be found here:

https://www.newenglandarchivists.org/Code-of-Conduct

If you will need specific accommodations, such as interpretive services, to support your participation in this event, please contact the program committee at: programcommittee-1@newenglandarchivists.org.

NEA Spring 2024 Meeting: Call for Proposals

Tracy MacMath — Tue, 10 Oct 2023 20:59:33 GMT

New England Archivists (NEA) invites submissions of session proposals for our Spring Meeting, to be held March 14-16, 2024, in Providence, Rhode Island.

The deadline for proposals is December 8, 2023.

After celebrating NEA’s fiftieth anniversary, this conference aims to look forward and boldly ask–what will our next fifty years look like? What do we, as members of this organization and professionals in our field, ask of this organization, ask of our field, and ask of each other to move the archival world forward while honoring our deep roots? What changes do we wish to see in our world? This conference, titled In Pursuit of the Future, seeks to offer a space for discussion and community to plan for a brighter future.

We look forward to seeing you all in Providence!

The Spring 2024 Program Committee invites proposals on all topics but is especially interested in the following:

Anti-racism
Crisis management
Climate change
Social justice
Labor practices/unionization/professional responsibilities
Managing remote work
Rapid response collecting
Managing change
Professional ethics
Self-care

First-time presenters, current graduate students, early-career professionals, and BIPOC are encouraged to apply.

Possible Session Types

STANDARD PRESENTATIONS

Two or three speakers present on a common theme. May include a moderator to steer discussion and/or introduce speakers and the theme.

OPEN FORUM

Topical discussion with moderator leading discussion with everyone in attendance. May include additional moderator(s) to direct breakout conversations.

ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION

Three or four participants make very brief remarks, then discuss a topic together. Includes a moderator to steer discussion.

PECHAKUCHA

Each presentation consists of 20 slides or images displayed for 20 seconds each, with comments, and lasts 6 minutes and 40 seconds. Highest number of presenters possible is 12, fewer if leaving time for questions.

LIGHTNING TALKS

Like PechaKucha, but without a set format. May or may not include slides or images. Presentations may be from 3 to 10 minutes long, with the number of presenters depending on time allotted for each.

DEBATE

Moderator announces the topic, and two other individuals debate.

OTHER

If you have an idea for a virtual session not outlined here, let us know!

Collaboration

To facilitate collaboration, the Spring 2024 Program Committee has created a space for NEA members to develop session proposals together:

https://bit.ly/3Ry79Jp

Please use this space to connect with your colleagues about potential session topics and formats. This collaborative space will be accessible until the deadline for proposals, November 1, 2023.

Proposal Submission

To submit a proposal, complete the form below.

https://forms.gle/VU9vsPkroFksMDAS8

Please note that proposed sessions involving fewer than three presenters and/or covering overlapping topics may be grouped together.

Scholarships and Awards

Meeting and travel scholarships are available through NEA for those in need. Details may be found on the NEA website.

Please also refer to the following pages for specific details on:

● Meeting and travel assistance: https://newenglandarchivists.org/meeting_travel

● Student member meeting and travel assistance: https://newenglandarchivists.org/VonSalis

● Inclusion and diversity session scholarship: https://newenglandarchivists.org/inclusion-diversity-scholarship/

Accessibility and Code of Conduct

https://www.newenglandarchivists.org/Code-of-Conduct

If you will need specific accommodations, such as interpretive services, to support your participation in this event, please contact the program chair Sarah Shepherd at programcommittee-1@newenglandarchivists.org.

NEA Responds to A*CENSUS II

Julia Callahan — Tue, 29 Nov 2022 17:12:55 GMT

New England Archivists is pleased to read and respond to the report on A*CENSUS II (A*CII), a massive survey of archivists from across the profession conducted by Society of American Archivists and Ithaka S+R. We are grateful for this investment in learning about the state of the archives field and look forward to the forthcoming Archival Administrators Survey report. What follows are the primary concerns NEA has as an organization in response to the A*CII results when viewed in concert with NEA’s Contingent Employment Survey (CES), and some resources for individuals, especially managers, who want to respond to these concerns through changes in their workplace.

Salaries & Education
According to A*CII, 61% of full-time archivists make $40,000-$79,999 in gross salary a year; 69% of part-time employed respondents make $29,999 or less. Broken down further, 42% of full-time archivists earn less than $60,000/year.

New England is lagging behind. Our region has some of the highest costs of living in the country, with all six New England states in the top 25% cost of living indexes. CES respondents cited concerns about jobs paying a living wage for the area of employment. The most common net salary for archival workers in New England reported to CES is $30,000-$39,999, followed by $40,000-$49,999. A*CII’s most common salary range was $50,000-59,999; while AC*II uses gross (total) instead of net (take-home) salary data, the comparison still indicates New England archival worker pay is low. While these ranges are not broken down between full-time and part-time employment, the fact that only 10% of CES survey takers make $70,000 or more speaks volumes about the undervaluing of archival work.

According to A*CII, 86% of archivists have an advanced degree. How do archivists’ compensations compare to those colleagues in other fields with similar levels of education? Not well. Examining the US Bureau of Labor Statistics’ data on salary information by degree level is sobering. The median weekly earnings for Master’s-holding employees nationally is $1,574, or $81,848 annually; over 73% of archivists earn less than this. Furthermore, despite the high concentration of Master’s degrees in the profession, over 50% of archivists earn less than the median salary for workers whose highest degree earned is a Bachelor’s.

Further information statistics on professions and salaries are available from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. While there is often institutional pushback against salary increases, salary is one of the areas where only managers and administrators can make a difference.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access
Discussions related to diversity, equity, and inclusion have become a mainstay of discussions in the field. However, A*CII indicates that there is a disagreement about the progress of those discussions. Responses indicate that 44% of respondents of color disagree with the statement “the archives profession has adequately addressed issues of diversity, equity, inclusion, and access,” compared to 35% of white respondents. Only 14% of people of color and 13% of respondents identifying as a person with a disability stated they felt included in the profession.

We invite very, very careful reading of questions 40-50 of A*CII and reflection on differing perspectives of colleagues across identities. It is clear that the effectiveness of DEIA efforts are experienced and viewed in a number of ways, and that intent of such initiatives does not automatically result in improvements for everyone. Our efforts to create a more just and inclusive profession must be intersectional across each of our complex identities and needs, and we must listen to one another in order to advocate for one another.

Participant Bias
At the A*CII Forum at the SAA Annual Meeting in August, Ithaka Senior Analyst Makala Skinner noted that there is some bias in the results due to self-selection and other factors, but that at this stage, the researchers do not yet know exactly what or how severe this bias is.

For example, over half of the AC*II respondents worked in college/university or government archives; this seems high given the results of the CES, which indicated a substantially smaller proportion of archivists working in those environments. It is possible that the two surveys did not capture significantly similar populations. This possibility is furthered by the limited responses from interns and students, suggesting that neither survey sufficiently captured their data.

Future Analysis
The A*CENSUS II data will eventually be available in the SAA Dataverse, allowing further research and analysis. Additionally, analysis is not yet complete on the Archival Administrators Survey conducted shortly after A*CENSUS II. A few questions are of particular interest:

How does education impact how memory workers identify professionally, if at all?
Are departments shrinking? Do retirements or departures from a department lead to replacements of the position?
One in five archivists are thinking of leaving the field within the next five years – what can we learn about those archivists?
Are the high salaries (over $100k) in A*CENSUS II correlated to PhD-level/curatorial positions and administrators?

It is clear that while future analysis will illuminate particular nuances in the careers and perspectives of archivists, we need to work and make solutions to ensure the sustainability of our profession and to look after ourselves. Please use the resources below to have serious discussions with your colleagues about how to help both in the immediate future and in the long term to create a more sustainable, equitable field for all archivists.

Resources
Archival Workers Collective, https://groups.google.com/g/archival-workers-collective?pli=1, Twitter: @awefund2020
Isabel Espinal, April M. Hathcock, and Maria Rios, “Dewhitening Librarianship: A Policy Proposal for Libraries,” in Knowledge Justice: Disrupting Library and Information Studies through Critical Race Theory, ed. Sofia Y. Leung and Jorge R. López-McKnight, The MIT Press, 2021. https://doi.org/10.7551/mitpress/11969.003.0017.
Journal of Critical Library and Information Studies (full issue), Vol. 3 No. 2 (2021): Radical Empathy in Archival Practice. https://journals.litwinbooks.com/index.php/jclis/issue/view/10.
MIT Collections Directorate Diversity, Inclusion, and Social Justice Task Force. Creating a Social Justice Mindset: Diversity, Inclusion, and Social Justice in the Collections Directorate of the MIT Libraries. Cambridge MA: MIT Libraries, February 9, 2017. http://tinyurl.com/MITLibDiv.
Rachael Woody, “How to Create Paid Internships” (free webinar), November 3, 2022, 12:00 noon PST. Registrants will receive a link to the recording after the webinar.
Rachael Woody, “How Much Am I Worth? Summer 2022 edition.”
We Here collective. https://www.wehere.space/

NEA Spring 2023 Meeting: Call for Proposals

Julia Callahan — Tue, 09 Aug 2022 13:04:37 GMT

NEA SPRING 2023 MEETING

CALL FOR PROPOSALS

Past. Present. Possibilities.

New England Archivists (NEA) invites submission of session proposals for our Spring Meeting to be held March 31 - April 1, 2023, in Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

The deadline for proposals is October 7, 2022.

As we celebrate NEA’s 50th anniversary, this meeting offers us a chance to come together to reflect on the history of our field and the changes it has weathered. We urge members to think about archives workers in this current moment in time: about how our work affects our social, political, and environmental worlds. And as we look to the future, we are called to consider: what are the most important challenges and opportunities in the archival field taking shape on the horizon?

We look forward to seeing you all in Portsmouth!

Possible Session Types

Standard Presentations

Two or three speakers present on a common theme. May include a moderator to steer discussion and/or introduce speakers and theme.

Open Forum

Topical discussion with moderator leading discussion with attendees. May include additional moderator(s) to direct breakout conversations.

Roundtable Discussion

Three or four participants make very brief remarks, then discuss a topic together. Includes a moderator to steer discussion.

PechaKucha

Lightning Talks

Like PechaKucha, but without a set format. May or may not include slides or images. Presentations may be from 3 to 10 minutes long, with a number of presenters depending on time allotted for each.

Debate

Moderator announces the topic, and two other individuals debate.

Note: standard AV (a projector and screen) will be provided for each session. Presenters are expected to provide a laptop for connecting to the projector, as well as any additional audiovisual equipment needs.

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Collaboration

To facilitate collaboration, the Spring 2023 Program Committee has created a space for NEA members to develop session proposals together: https://bit.ly/3AIv2W9

Please use this space to connect with your colleagues about potential session topics and formats. This collaborative space will be accessible until the deadline for proposals, October 7, 2022.

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Proposal Submission

To submit a proposal, complete the form here:

https://forms.gle/iRzNwf7ufAnfRYuz5

Please note that proposed sessions involving fewer than three presenters and/or covering overlapping topics may be grouped together.

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Scholarships and Awards:

Meeting and travel scholarships are available through NEA for those in need. Details may be found on the NEA website: https://newenglandarchivists.org/Meeting-Travel-and-Session-Scholarships.

Please also refer to the following pages for specific details on:

Meeting and travel assistance: https://newenglandarchivists.org/meeting_travel
Student member meeting and travel assistance: https://newenglandarchivists.org/VonSalis
Inclusion and diversity session scholarship: https://newenglandarchivists.org/inclusion-diversity-scholarship/

Accessibility and Code of Conduct:

NEA is committed to making the Spring 2023 Meeting welcoming and accessible to all presenters and attendees. Presenters are encouraged to ensure that their presentations meet current accessibility guidelines. Presenters are also required to abide by the NEA Code of Conduct, which can be found here: https://www.newenglandarchivists.org/Code-of-Conduct

If you will need specific accommodations, such as interpretive services, to support your participation in this event, please contact the program chairs (psmhopkins@gmail.com and stephaniekrauss415@gmail.com).

Announcing the winners of the 2021-22 election

Julia Callahan — Wed, 23 Mar 2022 02:22:57 GMT

The New England Archivists Nominating Committee is pleased to announce the winners of the 2021-22 election:

Brett Freiburger, Vice-President/President Elect
Michelle Farias, Secretary
Sean Park, Treasurer-Elect/Treasurer
Peter Carini, Representative-at-Large
Abigail Malangone, Representative-at-Large

Congratulations to our incoming Board members! Thanks to the voting membership for participation in this important process, and many thanks to all the candidates who put themselves forward to serve our organization.

New England Archivists Nominating Committee 2021-22:
Linda Hocking (Chair)
Jamie Rice
Monika Lehman
Kris Kobialka

Announcing the completion of the Contingent Employment Study

Julia Callahan — Mon, 07 Mar 2022 22:16:51 GMT

The New England Archivists Inclusion and Diversity Committee is pleased to announce the completion of the Contingent Employment Study and the publication of "Nothing About It Was Better Than a Permanent Job": Report of the New England Archivists Contingent Employment Study Task Force. Read the findings and recommendations in the report here.

This report contains the study’s methodology, results, analysis, and recommendations for how NEA, workers, managers, and administrators can support contingent workers and advocate for sustained change in our field. The results, when taken together with data from NEA’s first Contingent Employment Study in 2016, indicate that contingent employment is still a pervasive force in the archival field that negatively affects the stability and growth of workers, institutions, and the profession.

Some of the study’s findings include:

35% of survey respondents had been employed for more than 5 years over the course of their career. For nearly 17%, it was more than 8 years.
More than half of respondents had landed a noncontingent job at some point in their career, but 40% still ended up contingently employed afterwards.
More than half had taken a job outside the archival field because they couldn’t find a job in the field and/or needed the money to make ends meet.
37% had considered leaving the field due to contingent employment, including 40% of new professionals.
Half of surveyed job postings were for contingent jobs, and more than 70% of term jobs lasted for a year or less.
25% of survey respondents did not receive any job offers during their most recent job search, and many said that contingent employment was a necessity because they had no other choice.

The Contingent Employment Study Task Force is planning an event to share the results and recommendations with NEA membership in the spring.

Stephanie Bredbenner, Chair, Contingent Employment Study Task Force
Jeanne Lowrey, Chair, Inclusion and Diversity Committee.

Dear NEA membership

Julia Callahan — Tue, 21 Sep 2021 02:31:54 GMT

The New England Archivists Executive Board would like to thank everyone who responded by volunteering and providing feedback on our difficult decision regarding how to proceed with the Spring 2022 Meeting.

During the information-gathering process, events overtook us. On August 20, the manager of the hotel we had contracted with for the Spring 2022 Meeting venue informed us that they would not be able to meet the terms of our contract. With this cancellation, we are no longer subject to a financial penalty, and the decision to move forward with a virtual meeting has been made easier. Although many respondents indicated that they vastly prefer the experience of meeting in person overall, the majority of responses indicated that the best choice would be to move to a virtual format. The ongoing uncertainties we face due to the fallout from the continuing health crisis leave us confident in our decision not to seek an alternative venue but instead to host a second virtual annual meeting.

We are also pleased to report that we now have enough volunteers to fully form a Spring 2022 Program Committee. Once the committee membership has been approved, more information will follow, including new dates for the meeting and a call for proposals. If you have any questions, please reach out to Emily Atkins, NEA Meeting Coordinator, at meetingcoordinator@newenglandarchivists.org

With gratitude to our engaged and engaging community,

The New England Archivists Executive Board

Get involved: Join NEA’s Inclusion and Diversity Committee

Julia Callahan — Wed, 25 Aug 2021 19:03:24 GMT

The New England Archivists (NEA) is dedicated to cultivating membership, participation, and leadership that reflect the broad diversity of our region and our profession. Inclusion and diversity are core organizational values at the heart of the NEA’s mission.

The Inclusion and Diversity Committee (IDC) offers many ways for volunteers to get involved, including coordinating our newsletter column, chairing the Inclusion and Diversity Scholarship Committee, and supporting the meeting program committees with accessibility planning. In the coming year, we will support the work of the Contingent Employment Study Task Force, continue to work on establishing a racial justice honoraria fund, and engage in other projects that promote diversity, equity, and accessibility within NEA.

You can learn more about the IDC’s work here.

The IDC is currently seeking to fill several roles to continue our work:

IDC Vice Chair/Chair-Elect (2-year term) → one open role
IDC Member (2-year term) → one open role
IDC Members (1-year term) → two open roles

Joining the IDC is a great way to get involved with NEA. Students and new professionals are particularly welcome to apply. We look forward to working with you!

Brief statements of interest (1-2 paragraphs) are due to diversity@newenglandarchivists.org by the end of the day on Friday, October 15th.

Please see below for position descriptions and complete application instructions.

Questions? Contact us: diversity@newenglandarchivists.org

OPEN POSITION DESCRIPTIONS + APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

IDC Vice Chair/Chair-Elect → one open role

Vice Chair/Chair-Elect → One 2-year position (November 2021-November 2023)

The IDC Vice Chair/Chair-Elect serves for two years: a one-year term as Vice Chair/Chair-Elect, immediately followed by a one-year term as Chair. The purpose of this structure is to distribute leadership responsibilities and workload evenly within the committee, to give the vice chair a year to become familiar with the IDC and NEA before stepping into the chair role, and to create a mentoring component for both positions. The duties of Vice Chair/Chair-Elect include:

Supporting the IDC Chair’s work to coordinate committee programming, events, trainings, and initiatives
Assisting with scheduling and creating agendas for monthly meetings
Serving as a point person for IDC initiatives as needed
Contributing to NEA Executive Board discussions on issues concerning inclusion, diversity, and social justice and serving as a non-voting board member
Attending (virtually or in person) quarterly NEA board meetings
Coordinating and contributing to the IDC’s ongoing column, “From IDEAs to Action,” for the NEA Newsletter
Estimated time commitment: 5-10 hours per month

IDC members → three open roles

Committee Member – 2-year term → one open role (November 2021-October 2023)

Committee Members – 1-year term → two open roles (November 2021-October 2022)

IDC members will serve either one- or two-year terms. This structure allows for continuity from year to year while also opening opportunities for involvement to those who may not be able to commit to longer terms. The IDC Chair and Vice Chair strive to connect committee members to the broader activities of NEA and to support their engagement with the NEA leadership and community.

Duties include:

Attending (virtually) monthly IDC meetings
Contributing to the development of IDC programming, events, trainings, and initiatives
Performing duties related to IDC initiatives, such as chairing the Inclusion and Diversity Scholarship Committee
Coordinating and contributing to the IDC’s ongoing column, “From IDEAs to Action,” for the NEA Newsletter
Acting as an IDC representative on other NEA committees, such as meeting program committees or the nominating committee.
Serving as a point person for IDC initiatives, as needed
Estimated time commitment: 3-5 hours per month

Application Instructions

All applicants must be NEA members in good standing. Please indicate in your statement and in your email subject line the position(s) you are interested in. Applicants are encouraged to submit a statement that describes:

Your interest in serving on the IDC
Why equity, diversity, and inclusion work is important to you
Any thoughts you have about how the IDC can better serve the NEA community

All applications will be reviewed by the NEA Executive Board, as well as the Chair, Vice Chair, and current members of the IDC.

NEA Fall 2021 Meeting: Call for Presentation Proposals

Julia Callahan — Fri, 11 Jun 2021 16:20:18 GMT

The New England Archivists Fall Program Committee invites proposals for presentations for the Fall Meeting, Preservation: Save (It) Yourselves!, to be held virtually on October 22, 2021.

Each talk will have 10-15 minutes to share a success story, completed project, specific strategy, or problem-solving approach to a preservation issue.

Proposal topics of interest might include but are not limited to:

Writing successful preservation grants
Implementing a preservation grant (managing labor/timeline)
Handling preservation on a budget
Tips for preserving three-dimensional objects
Starting a born-digital preservation program

Deadline for submitting proposals: Friday, July 2
Notifications of accepted proposals: Monday, July 19

Please submit your proposals via this Google Sheet. The sheet can also be used to connect potential speakers who may want to work together on a presentation proposal.

If you have any questions, please contact the NEA Fall Program Committee via katherine.isham@yale.edu.

NEA Student Members: Call for Archival Writing Contest Submissions

Julia Callahan — Thu, 10 Jun 2021 13:22:16 GMT

Attention student members of New England Archivists: the NEA Newsletter Committee seeks submissions from NEA student members to recognize their achievement in archival writing. The winning work will be featured in the October 2021 issue of the NEA Newsletter, and the author will receive a prize of $150. This award is open to NEA student members in good standing; the membership status of applicants will be verified by the Membership Secretary. Regular and institutional NEA members are not eligible to apply.

Applicants may submit one work for consideration. The length of the submission should be between 1,500 and 2,000 words. Complete applications will include:

1. Cover sheet with

Applicant’s name
Applicant’s academic affiliation
Applicant’s mailing address
Applicant’s preferred email address
Applicant’s phone number
Date of application
Applicant’s signature

2. One original and previously unpublished written work that advances scholarship in archives or records management (pieces originally submitted as part of coursework are accepted). Send applications by Wednesday, June 30, to newsletter@newenglandarchivists.org.

Join us at the NEA Executive Board Meeting Friday March 19!

Julia Callahan — Tue, 16 Mar 2021 11:38:15 GMT

NEA Executive Board Meeting
Friday March 19, 2021
Virtual Meeting via ZOOM
9am-1 pm

All NEA members are welcome to attend the NEA Executive Board quarterly meeting on Friday, March 19. If you are interested in attending, please RSVP to NEA President Linda Hocking at president@newenglandarchivists.org.

Collections Based Online Learning

Julia Callahan — Tue, 09 Mar 2021 22:30:49 GMT

Are you interested in adapting archives and special collections instruction to an online learning environment? Or perhaps you are already offering virtual instruction but would like to explore new strategies for collections-based learning?

Consider registering for the NEA Spring Meeting webinar, Collections-Based Online Learning in the Digital Archive, on March 25. In this webinar about teaching and learning in the digital archive, instructor Amy Barlow will discuss teaching an online first-year seminar that uses collections-based learning as an approach for developing coursework and learning outcomes. The program will describe how students in the course developed academic skills and acquired subject knowledge through the sustained study of a digitized manuscript. Participants will gain theoretical and practical knowledge of collections-based learning with digital materials, which may be adapted to various instructional settings both online and face-to-face.

For more information and to register: https://newenglandarchivists.org/event-4141665

Sign up for the Spring 2021 Virtual Meeting - March 25-27, 2021

Julia Callahan — Thu, 04 Mar 2021 23:07:21 GMT

Join NEA at the Spring 2021 Virtual Meeting from March 25-27. Our meeting theme, “Archives for a Changing World,” is inspired by the resiliency of the archives community. Let us use this moment to examine and explore the ingenuity, the resourcefulness, and the curiosity that we as archives professionals bring to a world in a seemingly constant state of flux.

Click here to register (early-bird registration until March 21; special covid-19 hardship rate)

Meet this year's plenary speakers! The plenary sessions begin at 10am on the Friday and Saturday of the virtual meeting.

Friday's plenary: Becci Davis
The plenary presentation is generously sponsored by Lucidea

Becci Davis was born on a military installation in Georgia named after General Henry L. Benning of the Confederate States Army. Her birth initiated her family’s first generation after the Civil Rights Act and its fifth generation post-Emancipation. Just as a river runs from its present in one place to its future in another, gradually and meticulously shaping its surroundings along the way, the women in her family are also rivers—recorders and keepers of recipes, stories, portraits, and traditions. Following their example, Becci believes that events of the past simultaneously shape our present and future. As a Rhode Island-based visual artist who works across disciplines, Becci finds inspiration in exploring natural and cultural landscapes, studying the past, documenting her family’s stories, and recording her present experiences as a daughter, mother, American, and Southern-born and -raised Black woman.

After earning a MFA from Lesley University College of Art and Design, Becci was awarded the St. Botolph Club Foundation Emerging Artist Award in Visual Art, the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts Fellowship in New Genres, the Providence Public Library Creative Fellowship, and the RISD Museum Artist Fellowship. Her work has been shown at the Newport Art Museum, TILA Studios, the Photographic Museum of Humanity, Vermont Center for Photography, Franklin Street Works, Burlington City Arts Center, AS220, and in gallery spaces of the University of Rhode Island, Brown University, University of Maryland, Lesley University, and Longwood University. Becci lives with her family in Wakefield, Rhode Island, and maintains a studio in Providence. She is an adjunct lecturer in Brown University’s Department of Visual Art.

Saturday's plenary: Elaine Stiles

Elaine B. Stiles is an assistant professor of historic preservation in the School of Architecture, Art, and Historic Preservation at Roger Williams University, where she teaches courses in preservation practice and the history of the built environment. Before entering academia, Elaine worked for more than a decade as an architectural historian, historic preservation planner, and preservation advocate, engaging in projects from the rural reaches of northern Maine to the streets of San Francisco. During that time, she worked throughout the Pacific Northwest for the National Trust for Historic Preservation and staffed the organization's TrustModern program. Elaine’s scholarly research focuses on common, everyday architecture and spaces, such as mass-produced housing, modern spaces of consumption, and landscapes of urban decentralization, in pursuit of better understanding the design history and social and cultural functions of everyday spaces. Her preservation-related research focuses on critical analysis of contemporary historic preservation practice and the intersections of architecture and memory. Elaine holds a BA in art history from Smith College, an MA in preservation studies from Boston University, and a PhD in architecture from the University of California, Berkeley.

Volunteer for the NEA Education Committee!

Julia Callahan — Thu, 10 Dec 2020 21:20:20 GMT

The New England Archivists Education Committee is looking for new members! We need members to serve three-year terms, as well as two student members to serve one-year terms. New members will start serving in winter or spring 2021.

Responsibilities include planning workshops and webinars—which can be done from the comfort of your home through email—liaising with members to determine their education needs, and serving as a day-of workshop representative at NEA's Spring Meetings (once we're meeting in person again). It is a fun, easy way to build your resume.

If you are interested, please contact co-chairs Nadia Dixson and Nicole Besseghir at education@newenglandarchivists.org.

Join the Communications Committee

Fri, 04 Dec 2020 21:46:30 GMT

Whether you are an experienced archivist looking to connect with peers or a new professional hoping to build your resume, New England Archivists has volunteer openings that will give you new skills and networking opportunities! Consider applying for the position of Web Administrator.

WEB ADMINISTRATOR

The Web Administrator is a member of the New England Archivists Communications Committee and serves a three-year term.

Major duties:

Oversees maintenance and administration of the NEA website, including granting and removing site permissions for committee and Executive Board members.
Coordinates with the Communications Chair, the Web Content Manager, and the Copy Editor to keep the site updated, relevant, and in line with NEA’s mission.
Oversees the organizational structure of the website based on current web standards.
Responsible for adding new pages, removing old pages, and maintaining the structure of the navigation, including on meeting pages.
Back-end administrator for Wild Apricot including web pages--look and feel, usability, web forms, analytics, etc.--membership database, registrar’s module, and all other related web administration, including security protocols and domain name (note: this does not include PB Works).
Manages and maintains NEA’s Google admin site, including facilitating the transfer of NEA email addresses to new committee and board members.
Coordinates with the Treasurer when site and domain payments are necessary.
Coordinates with the NEA Newsletter staff to make the quarterly newsletter available in digital format on the website.

To apply please contact communications@newenglandarchivists.org

Call for volunteers to serve on awards selection committees

Julia Callahan — Fri, 23 Oct 2020 20:38:08 GMT

New England Archivists Representatives-at-Large are seeking NEA members to serve on the committees that review applications for the Richard W. Hale, Jr., Professional Development Award, the Richard L. Haas Records Management Award, and the A/V Professional Development Award, described at: https://newenglandarchivists.org/awards.

You need only be a current NEA member in good standing to volunteer; no prior experience with NEA or with awards committees is required, making this a great opportunity for both new and seasoned members to get involved with NEA. The review and discussion of applications are conducted virtually, so no travel or in-person meetings are required. Applications for these awards will be accepted starting in early December, and winners will be chosen in February. For more information on NEA awards and scholarships, see: https://newenglandarchivists.org/awards.

To volunteer, send an email to the NEA Representatives-at-Large (RepAtLarge@newenglandarchivists.org) with your name, contact info, and the name of the award selection committee(s) on which you would like to serve by Friday, November 20. If there are more volunteers than we have spaces for, volunteers will be selected at random.

Open NEA Executive Board positions

Julia Callahan — Fri, 23 Oct 2020 20:25:08 GMT

New England Archivists election season is upon us! This year, the NEA Executive Board has three openings: 

Vice President/President-Elect
Treasurer-Elect
Representative-at-Large

Job descriptions for all open positions are at: https://www.newenglandarchivists.org/leadership

The Treasurer-Elect position is new this year. The responsibilities of the Treasurer will now be divided between two Executive Board members: the incoming Treasurer-Elect (a non-voting member) and the Treasurer (a voting member). This division of duties will allow for more effective support as the role transitions over the course of the two-year term. After one year, the Treasurer-Elect steps into the Treasurer’s role for the second year of their term.

NEA members are encouraged to self-nominate for elected positions or to nominate fellow members for open positions. All NEA members in good standing are eligible. Joining the Board is a great way to help support the archives community, learn from and share with colleagues, and inform NEA’s future.

Please contact Jamie Rice, NEA Immediate Past President and Nominating Committee Chair, with nominations via email at jrice@mainehistory.org

Please make your nomination(s) by November 2, 2020.

Announcing NEA Awards

Julia Callahan — Sun, 18 Oct 2020 18:17:39 GMT

Apply for one of New England Archivists' three awards to support members in their professional development and activities:

Richard W. Hale, Jr., Professional Development Award
The Hale Award is given annually by NEA to promote the professional development of archivists in the region. Individual members of NEA are invited to apply for the award.

Audio/Visual Professional Development Award
The A/V Award is given annually by NEA to promote the professional development of members in the areas of moving image, recorded sound, and time-based media. Individual members of NEA are invited to apply for the award.

NEA invites applicants for each, as well as NEA members to serve on the committees to help review them. Applications for all three awards and supporting documentation must be submitted to the NEA Representatives-at-Large (RepAtLarge@newenglandarchivists.org) by Monday, February 15th, 2021.

JOIN THE IDC COMMITTEE-Deadline extended to October 26th!!

Sat, 17 Oct 2020 00:40:47 GMT

2020-09-10 10:21 AM | Julia Callahan

https://newenglandarchivists.org/diversity

The IDC is currently seeking to fill several roles to continue our work: 

Inclusion and Diversity Committee (IDC) → four open roles
Contingent Employment Survey II Task Force → four open roles
Inclusion and Diversity Scholarship Committee → one open role

Joining the IDC is a great way to get involved with NEA. Students and new professionals are particularly welcome to apply. We look forward to working with you!

Questions? Contact us: diversity@newenglandarchivists.org

NEA Virtual Spring 2021 Meeting call for proposals: deadline extended!

Julia Callahan — Wed, 16 Sep 2020 15:50:41 GMT

Archives for a Changing World

The Spring 2021 Program Committee would like to announce an extension of the deadline for the spring meeting's call for proposals. The new deadline for session proposals is October 16, 2020. We hope that the extended deadline will allow our members to further connect, share ideas, and contribute to a successful spring conference!

New England Archivists (NEA) invites submissions of session proposals for our Virtual Spring 2021 Meeting, to be held remotely the week of March 22-27, 2021.

The deadline for proposals is now October 16, 2020.

Because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the associated uncertainties, we have decided to move the in-person spring meeting to an entirely virtual format.

The Spring 2021 Meeting theme, Archives for a Changing World, was inspired by the resiliency of the archives community. We pride ourselves on our ability to adapt to the demands of unexpected challenges and innovate solutions that build a stronger, more inclusive community. Let us seize this moment to examine and explore the ingenuity, the resourcefulness, and the curiosity that we as archives professionals bring to a world in a seemingly constant state of flux.

The Spring 2021 Program Committee invites proposals on all topics but is especially interested in the following:

Anti-racism
Crisis management
Climate change
Social justice
Labor practices/professional responsibilities
Managing remote work
Rapid response collecting
Managing change
Professional ethics
Self-care

First-time presenters, current graduate students, early-career professionals, and BIPOC are encouraged to apply.

A Note about the Remote Format

Many details of the remote nature of the conference are still in the planning stages. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to the Program Committee chair (rjirka@amherst.edu) or the Inclusion and Diversity Committee (diversity@newenglandarchivists.org) with any questions or concerns you may have.

Possible Session Types

Sessions are not limited to those listed below, and we encourage proposals with creative session formats.

Standard Presentations

Two or three speakers present on a common theme. May include a moderator to steer discussion and/or introduce speakers and theme.

Open Forum

Topical discussion with moderator leading discussion with everyone in attendance. May include additional moderator(s) to direct breakout conversations.

Roundtable Discussion

Three or four participants make very brief remarks, then discuss a topic together. Includes a moderator to steer discussion.

PechaKucha

Lightning Talks

Like PechaKucha, but without a set format. May or may not include slides or images. Presentations may be from 3 to 10 minutes long, with number of presenters depending on time allotted for each.

Debate

Moderator announces the topic, and two other people debate.

Other

If you have an idea for a virtual session not outlined here, let us know!

Note: Presenters are expected to have access to an internet connection, a computer with a microphone and camera, and the ability to access the virtual conference platform (to be determined).

For more ideas on successful conference sessions, see these links:

Collaboration

To facilitate collaboration, the Spring 2021 Program Committee has created a space for NEA members to develop session proposals together.

Please use this space to connect with your colleagues about potential session topics and formats. This collaborative space will be accessible until the deadline for proposals, October 16, 2020.

Proposal Submission

To submit a proposal, complete this form.

Please note that proposed sessions involving fewer than three presenters and/or covering overlapping topics may be grouped together.

Accessibility and Code of Conduct

NEA is committed to making the Spring 2021 Meeting welcoming and accessible to all presenters and attendees. Presenters are encouraged to ensure that their presentations meet current accessibility guidelines. Presenters are also required to abide by the NEA Code of Conduct, which can be found here:

https://www.newenglandarchivists.org/Code-of-Conduct

If you will need specific accommodations, such as interpretive services, to support your participation in this event, please contact the program chair.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available through NEA to facilitate participation for those in need. Details about criteria and how to apply will be shared via the listserv and on the NEA website prior to the application period opening.

Please see the following pages for specific details on past scholarship requirements:

Meeting and travel assistance: https://newenglandarchivists.org/meeting_travel
Student member meeting and travel assistance: https://newenglandarchivists.org/VonSalis
Inclusion and diversity session scholarship: https://newenglandarchivists.org/inclusion-diversity-scholarship/

Questions? Please contact the Program Committee Chair, Rachel Jirka, at rjirka@amherst.edu.

Volunteer for New England Archivists Vendor Coordinator position!

Julia Callahan — Fri, 11 Sep 2020 20:48:42 GMT

The Vendor Coordinator’s responsibilities include: attending Executive Board Meetings and the Annual Business Meeting; working with vendors to solicit donations and support; maintaining contact with members of the board to determine sponsorship opportunities; maintaining a vendor database; soliciting newsletter advertising; and invoicing vendors. A complete job description is at: https://tinyurl.com/yytzemsw.

Interested NEA members may contact Linda Hocking at president@newenglandarchivists.org by September 28, 2020. Volunteers should provide a brief statement of interest and experience so that the board may consider their candidacy.

Join the IDC Committee

Julia Callahan — Thu, 10 Sep 2020 14:21:48 GMT

https://newenglandarchivists.org/diversity

The IDC is currently seeking to fill several roles to continue our work: 

Inclusion and Diversity Committee (IDC) → four open roles
Contingent Employment Survey II Task Force → four open roles
Inclusion and Diversity Scholarship Committee → one open role

Joining the IDC is a great way to get involved with NEA. Students and new professionals are particularly welcome to apply. We look forward to working with you!

Questions? Contact us: diversity@newenglandarchivists.org

NEA Virtual Spring 2021 Meeting: Call for Proposals

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 21:06:56 GMT

Archives for a Changing World

New England Archivists (NEA) invites submissions of session proposals for our Virtual Spring 2021 Meeting, to be held remotely the week of March 22-27, 2021.

The deadline for proposals is September 18, 2020.

Because of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the associated uncertainties, we have decided to move the in-person spring meeting to an entirely virtual format.

The Spring 2021 Program Committee invites proposals on all topics but is especially interested in the following:

Anti-racism
Crisis management
Climate change
Social justice
Labor practices/professional responsibilities
Managing remote work
Rapid response collecting
Managing change
Professional ethics
Self-care

First-time presenters, current graduate students, early-career professionals, and BIPOC are encouraged to apply.

A Note about the Remote Format

Possible Session Types

Sessions are not limited to those listed below, and we encourage proposals with creative session formats..

Standard Presentations

Two or three speakers present on a common theme. May include a moderator to steer discussion and/or introduce speakers and theme.

Open Forum

Topical discussion with moderator leading discussion with everyone in attendance. May include additional moderator(s) to direct breakout conversations.

Roundtable Discussion

Three or four participants make very brief remarks, then discuss a topic together. Includes a moderator to steer discussion.

PechaKucha

Lightning Talks

Like PechaKucha, but without a set format. May or may not include slides or images.. Presentations may be from 3 to 10 minutes long, with number of presenters depending on time allotted for each..

Debate

Moderator announces the topic, and two other people debate.

Other

If you have an idea for a virtual session not outlined here, let us know!

Note: Presenters are expected to have access to an internet connection, a computer with a microphone and camera, and the ability to access the virtual conference platform (to be determined).

For more ideas on successful conference sessions, see these links:

Collaboration

To facilitate collaboration, the Spring 2021 Program Committee has created a space for NEA members to develop session proposals together.

Please use this space to connect with your colleagues about potential session topics and formats. This collaborative space will be accessible until the deadline for proposals, September 18, 2020..

Proposal Submission

To submit a proposal, complete this form.

Please note that proposed sessions involving fewer than three presenters and/or covering overlapping topics may be grouped together.

Accessibility and Code of Conduct

https://www.newenglandarchivists..org/Code-of-Conduct

If you will need specific accommodations, such as interpretive services, to support your participation in this event, please contact the program chair.

Scholarships

Please see the following pages for specific details on past scholarship requirements:

Meeting and travel assistance: https://newenglandarchivists.org/meeting_travel

Student member meeting and travel assistance: https://newenglandarchivists.org/VonSalis

Inclusion and diversity session scholarship: https://newenglandarchivists.org/inclusion-diversity-scholarship/

Questions? Please contact the Program Committee Chair, Rachel Jirka, at rjirka@amherst.edu

Volunteer for the New England Archivists Communications Committee!

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 15:31:21 GMT

New England Archivists’ Communications Committee, charged with promoting NEA news, events, activities, and opportunities to archivists and information professionals in New England and the broader region, is seeking a Web Content Manager.

Responsibilities of the Web Content Manager include:

Maintaining and editing content on all permanent and long-standing pages on the NEA website.
Working with Web Administrator and Communications Committee Chair to keep the website updated and relevant with, e.g., announcements and information about events and activities.
Managing updates and changes to the website content requested by the NEA board and committees.
Coordinating with NEA content providers and with other members of the Communications Committee, including the Copy Editor, the Web Administrator, and the Chair, in fulfilling these duties.

The person in this position will serve on the Communications Committee for a three-year term. Some experience with HTML is preferred. Familiarity with the administrative or back end of websites, blogging platforms, or the like is also useful.

To volunteer, please send a letter of interest and resume/CV to the Chair of the Communications Committee, Henry Caiazzo (communications@newenglandarchivists.org).

Journal of Contemporary Archival Studies Reading Group with Elizabeth Joan Kelly

Mon, 13 Jul 2020 14:26:27 GMT

Elizabeth Joan Kelly will join us for a Q&A session on her article: "Assessing Impact of Medium-Size Institution Digital Cultural Heritage on Wikimedia Projects."

Read the article and join us to discuss implementing Wikimedia projects and increasing use of our collections.

Article link: https://elischolar.library.yale.edu/jcas/vol6/iss1/25/

Author: Elizabeth Joan Kelly, M.M., M.S.L.I.S.
Digital Programs Coordinator, Loyola University New Orleans, she/hers.

The event will be moderated by Nicole Besseghir of the NEA Education Committee via Zoom on July 28th from 1-2 pm. This event is free and open to the public. Zoom info will be distributed to registered attendees prior to the event.

Registration Link: https://newenglandarchivists.org/event-3899311/Registration

For questions or concerns about accessibility and/or disability accommodations please contact NEA’s Inclusion and Diversity Coordinator co-chairs Rosemary Davis and Rose Oliveira at diversity@newenglandarchivists.org for assistance.

Questions about registration? Please contact NEA's Registrar, David Read at registrar@newenglandarchivists.org.

Black Lives Matter. Archivists must do better. Statement from the New England Archivists Board

Sat, 06 Jun 2020 17:35:50 GMT

Black Lives Matter. Archivists must do better.
Statement from the New England Archivists Board
June 6, 2020

The Executive Board of the New England Archivists (NEA) unequivocally states that Black Lives Matter. We condemn the police brutality that violently ended the lives of Breonna Taylor, George Floyd, Tony McDade, and innumerable others. We condemn the racist individuals and corrupt systems that continually inflict violence and death upon people of color like Ahmaud Arbery and Nina Pop. We recognize that the history of the United States--and the history of so many archival collections that we steward--is rooted in slavery, genocide, and oppression. We stand in solidarity with all Black people, Indigenous people, and People of Color (BIPOC), as well as their communities.

We acknowledge not only that structural racism exists, but specifically that archivists and archival work have played a role in perpetuating many oppressive systems. We recognize that archivists can be agents for change, but that reparative and diversity-focused efforts cannot be the sole responsibility of our BIPOC colleagues. Anti-racist actions must be taken by all archivists. NEA affirms its commitment to cultivating a more inclusive archival profession: one that values and preserves the evidence of human experiences, while also working to dismantle damaging archival practices that compound historical erasure and harm.

While the current political and social climates are immensely challenging for most of us, to Black Americans and people of color, these circumstances are yet another deadly escalation in a history full of hateful violence. We hope that NEA can serve as a source of opportunities for serious introspection, positive actions, and continued professional engagement that prioritizes the lives, experiences, and safety of BIPOC.

To that end, the NEA Inclusion and Diversity Committee has compiled a list of readings, resources, and guidelines to support all of us in learning how we can work towards a more just society and more transparent, accountable archival practices. Included in this list are ideas for specific actions archivists can take in our work to create a truly representative historical record and provide better access to collections for all.

Archivists must apply a critical lens to the work we do, identifying the power and privilege informing so many of our practices. In the coming days, the NEA board will develop concrete action items: progressive steps both to improve equity within our own organization and to assist our members in deconstructing oppressive environments within their workplaces. Likewise, we encourage our members to share resources they have found helpful, and to participate in ongoing dialogues about race, justice, and oppression. Discussing these issues and taking thoughtful action is the way forward. Silence is complicit.

In solidarity,
The New England Archivists Executive Board

New England Archivists Donation to Archival Workers Emergency Fund

Thu, 04 Jun 2020 14:32:27 GMT

Statement to NEA Membership → June 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has destabilized the lives of countless people worldwide, including archival workers. Many of us have lost our jobs, been furloughed, had our hours cut, or lost access to healthcare and childcare. In light of these circumstances, the Society of American Archivists (SAA) established the Archival Workers Emergency Fund (AWEF), a mutual aid fund that provides financial support to archival workers who have experienced acute economic hardship related to COVID-19.

NEA believes strongly in the AWEF’s mission to support archival workers regardless of educational attainment or job status, and we stand in solidarity with all archival workers who have been affected by the pandemic. We are proud to join many colleagues across the country in supporting this crucial fund. On Monday, June 1, 2020, the New England Archivists donated $2,000 to the AWEF.

This donation money comes from unused scholarships originally allocated to fund travel to the NEA Spring 2020 Meeting. Although this money could not fulfill its original purpose, it can still provide critically important support to those in need. These are financially uncertain times for many people and professional organizations, and we believe it is our duty to stand with our colleagues by giving what we can.

NEA wishes to extend special gratitude to all the individuals who worked to bring the AWEF into existence and whose continuing efforts help ensure that all funds raised make their way to individuals in need. Now more than ever, it is important that we advocate for the most vulnerable members of our professional community. NEA plans to continue our work promoting salary transparency and raising awareness about the impacts of overreliance on temporary and contingent labor in our field.

As always, we welcome any suggestions and ideas about how we can best support archivists in our region during these difficult times. And we encourage each of you to donate to the AWEF if you are able, or to apply for a grant if you are in need.

Stay safe and take care!

NEA 2020 Fall Meeting Canceled

Thu, 14 May 2020 15:04:02 GMT

The leadership of New England Archivists (NEA) is closely monitoring the ongoing coronavirus developments and their implications for our organization. The health, safety, and well-being of our community are our top priorities. Due to the continuing uncertainties affecting our ability to plan for the future, and the personal and professional challenges many of our colleagues are experiencing, the NEA Executive Board made the difficult decision to postpone the Fall 2020 Meeting until we can, hopefully, safely meet in Fall 2021.

Please continue to consult the NEA website, social media, and listserv messages for information regarding the resumption of our regular meeting schedule in 2021. Until that time, we wish the best of health to you and your loved ones.

The New England Archivists Membership Committee is looking for a volunteer to take on the role of Mentoring Administrator

Thu, 07 May 2020 15:08:42 GMT

The Mentoring Administrator will be responsible for supporting the activities of the NEA Mentoring Program. They will recruit and organize the liaisons, mentors, and mentees; launch the next round of the program; and work with the Communications Committee to promote the activities of the program. The administrator will report on all Mentoring Program activity to the Membership Chair and, when requested, to the NEA Executive Board. The person in this position will be a member of the Membership Committee and will serve for two years.

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please send a letter of interest and your resume/CV to the Chair of the Membership Committee, Samuel Howes (Samuel.Howes@maine.gov), by Friday, May 22nd.

NEA Spring 2020 Important Message concerning Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Michelle Chiles — Wed, 11 Mar 2020 16:17:32 GMT

The leadership of New England Archivists (NEA) is closely monitoring the ongoing coronavirus developments and their implications for the Spring 2020 Meeting in Providence, Rhode Island. The health, safety, and well-being of our community are our top priorities. At this time, the physical meeting in Rhode Island cannot proceed as planned. The leadership is considering all of NEA’s options and is working to determine the best course of action, including all digital and physical (later date) alternatives.

We know that this decision will affect many of you, and we thank you for your patience as we work to find the option that will best serve our community. We plan to reach a decision on alternatives soon, and we will share updates via the NEA website, social media, and the NEA listserv. In the meantime, we kindly ask registrants to wait on requesting a conference registration refund. Once an alternative plan is formulated, NEA will honor any requested refund (free of cancellation fees). With respect to hotel accommodations, please contact Marriott directly to cancel your reservation and receive a refund. Thank you for your support of NEA while we navigate the complexities of the coronavirus’s impact on the Spring 2020 meeting.

We appreciate your patience while we establish protocol.

NEA Statement on Salary Information in Job Postings

Michelle Chiles — Wed, 26 Feb 2020 15:49:24 GMT

The New England Archivists supports equitable and transparent hiring practices for every individual. Therefore, effective immediately, the NEADiscuss listserv will no longer accept job postings that fail to include a salary or salary range in the job description.

The NEA Executive Board supports this change in policy and feels it directly aligns with the organization’s commitment to diversity, inclusion, and the ethical guidelines set forth in our Code of Conduct.

All job postings must now pass through the listserv moderator, who will serve as the primary point person for sharing employment notices with NEA members. The NEA listserv policy has been updated to reflect these changes in practice.

You can read that updated policy on the listerv page.

Call for Volunteers: NEA Membership Committee

Michelle Chiles — Mon, 24 Feb 2020 15:47:28 GMT

The New England Archivists Membership Committee is looking for two volunteers to take on the roles of Mentoring Administrator and Membership Engagement Coordinator.

The Membership Engagement Coordinator develops and implements strategies for re-engaging lapsed members; recruits new members to the organization through targeted outreach efforts, such as attending membership meet-ups, career and internship fairs, and regional archives events; encourages donations to the NEA general fund and the awards and scholarship funds; works with the Membership Survey Coordinator to develop relevant questions for the annual membership survey; and identifies and recommends new opportunities for generating membership financial support. The Membership Engagement Coordinator will report to the Membership Chair and, when requested, to the NEA Executive Board. The person in this position will be a member of the Membership Committee and will serve for three years.

If you are interested in either of these exciting opportunities, please send a letter of interest, specifying which role you are applying for, and your resume/CV to the Chair of the Membership Committee, Samuel Howes (Samuel.Howes@maine.gov), by Friday, March 13, 2020.

Early-bird registration for the New England Archivists Spring 2020 Meeting is now open!

Michelle Chiles — Mon, 13 Jan 2020 18:42:24 GMT

Join NEA at the Spring 2020 Meeting, April 2-4, in Providence, RI, for “Inside and Outside.” This year’s meeting will explore ideas of inclusion and exclusion in our collections, audiences, and workforce.

In addition to sessions, the program will include four full-day workshops, plenary speakers, a community Day of Service, local repository tours, roundtables, special programming, and the opportunity to meet and share ideas with colleagues from across New England. In the coming weeks, look for sneak peaks into the many areas of programming that will be on offer!

See the meeting’s webpage for more information on all of the events planned for the three-day meeting.

Questions?

If you have questions about registration, please see our Registration FAQ or contact NEA’s Registrar, David Read, at registrar@newenglandarchivists.org.

For questions or concerns about accessibility and/or disability accommodations that you would like addressed before registration, please contact NEA’s Inclusion and Diversity Committee co-chairs, Rosemary Davis and Rose Oliveira, at diversity@newenglandarchivists.org.

For questions about the program, please contact the Program Committee chair, Amber LaFountain, at Amber_LaFountain@hms.harvard.edu.

Looking forward to seeing you in Providence!

NEA Election Results

Michelle Chiles — Thu, 19 Dec 2019 13:57:31 GMT

The New England Archivists Nominating Committee is pleased to announce the winners of the 2019 election:

Vice President/President-Elect: Genna Duplisea

Secretary: Kate Herbert

Treasurer: Michael Dello Iacono

Representative-at-Large: Stephanie Krauss

New England Archivists Nominating Committee 2019:
Karen Adler Abramson (Chair)
Prudence Doherty
Ellen Doon
Sarah Galligan
Heather Moran

Volunteer for the Education Committee

Thu, 14 Nov 2019 23:53:46 GMT

The New England Archivists’ Education Committee is looking for one student member and one full member to serve a one-year term each, from Fall 2019 to Fall 2020 (beginning after the Fall 2019 meeting). We are also looking for three full members to begin serving next year, after the Spring 2020 Meeting.

Responsibilities include planning workshops and webinars (which can be done from the comfort of your home through email), liaising with members to determine their education needs, and serving as a day-of workshop representative at NEA’s Spring meetings. It is a fun, easy way to build your resume.

If you are interested, please contact co-chairs Becky Parmer and Nadia Dixson at education@newenglandarchivists.org

Elections are Coming!

Michelle Chiles — Wed, 13 Nov 2019 20:47:31 GMT

Mark your calendars now for the 2019 New England Archivists election. Voting will start November 19 and continue through December 10.

Candidates are listed below alphabetically, and NEA members can read the candidates' statements on the NEA website. Private and secure voting will take place online through electionbuddy.com, which will send each voter a unique link.

The candidates are:

Vice President/President Elect
-- Barbara Austen
-- Genna Duplisea

Secretary
-- Stephanie T. Gold
-- Kate Herbert

Treasurer

-- Connor Anderson
-- Michael P. Dello Iacono

Representative-at-Large
-- Sally Blanchard-O'Brien
-- Stephanie Krauss

To be eligible to vote, you must be a member in good standing. Please make sure your membership is current and that your contact information, including email address, is up to date in the NEA membership database. If you have questions about your membership status, please contact the Membership Secretary (membership@newenglandarchivists.org).

New England Archivists Nominating Committee 2019:

Karen Adler Abramson (Chair)
Prudence Doherty
Ellen Doon
Sarah Galligan
Heather Moran

NEA Skill Share, October 21, 2019 - Register for this free member event

Michelle Chiles — Thu, 03 Oct 2019 16:33:06 GMT

NEA: Behind the Scenes- The New England Archivists run on volunteer power, but sometimes it feels intimidating to figure out what is involved and how things work. Former NEA President Karen Adler Abramson will be leading a one hour webinar discussion (Oct 21, 7pm) to talk about the inner workings of NEA, including the structure and functions of the Board, its current strategic goals, and the many ways in which volunteers can get involved in the organization. Participants are encouraged to bring their NEA-related questions to the virtual table!

Topic: NEA: Behind the Scenes
Time: Oct 23, 2019 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

NEA Spring 2020 Meeting Call for Proposals - Extended to 9/25

Michelle Chiles — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 14:42:13 GMT

Inside & Outside

New England Archivists (NEA) invites submissions of session proposals for our Spring Meeting, to be held April 2-4, 2020, in Providence, Rhode Island.

The deadline for proposals is extended to September 25, 2019.

The Spring 2020 Meeting’s theme, Inside & Outside, will explore ideas of inclusion and exclusion in our collections, audiences, and workforce. We will consider the intersection of the individual and the institution, as well as the role of archivists in the context of the cultural, educational, and corporate institutions in which we work. Two decades into the twenty-first century, what does it mean to be an archivist?

We are a group that comprises many identities: professionals, amateurs, experts, artists, educators, students, and community organizers. The roles we have are multifaceted, whether we work within a traditional institutional context or perform archival tasks for related professions and organizations, such as libraries, museums, galleries, corporations, and nonprofits. Moreover, our roles continuously evolve as our world changes. While static definitions and boundaries will only hold us back, we still need to maintain shared values and standards that help us perform the core tasks of our jobs: acquisition, preservation, and providing access to our collections.

This meeting offers us a chance to come together to look within, reflect, and share our experiences not only with our archives community but also with those who are affected by our work.

The Spring 2020 Program Committee invites proposals on all topics but is especially interested in the following:

●     How can we protect our collections from outside forces, such as climate and politics?
●     What does it feel like to be outside of the profession looking in from related fields, and what is it like looking out from inside? What do we borrow from others?
●     In what ways has the shift from analog to digital required us to reconsider traditional workflows?
●     How do our labor practices promote or discourage inclusion?
●     When should collections not go to a repository? What is the role of community archives?
●     How has social media impacted our profession? And how do we incorporate it into our collections?
●     What outside forces shape outsiders’ perception of the profession, and how do we use those perceptions as a route to engagement?
●     How do we continue to act as guides for researchers, stakeholders, the public, and new audiences whose understanding of what an archive is may be at odds with our own definitions? What is our role in guiding users who only interact with our collections online?
●     Who and what are excluded, and how do we become more inclusive, with regard to who is in the profession, the audiences we reach, and how we acquire and describe material?
●     How do we care for ourselves when collections contain challenging topics?
●     Can we imagine who/what might be "inside/outside" the archives 20 years from now?

First-time presenters, current graduate students, and early-career professionals are encouraged to apply.

Possible Session Types

Standard Presentations
Two or three speakers present on a common theme. May include a moderator to steer discussion and/or introduce speakers and theme.

Open Forum
Topical discussion with moderator leading discussion with everyone in attendance. May include additional moderator(s) to direct breakout conversations.

Roundtable Discussion
Three or four participants make very brief remarks, then discuss a topic together. Includes a moderator to steer discussion.

PechaKucha
Each presentation consists of 20 slides or images displayed for 20 seconds each, with comment, and lasts 6 minutes and 40 seconds. Highest number of presenters possible is 12, fewer if leaving time for questions.

Lightning Talks
Like PechaKucha, but without a set format. May or may not include slides or images. Presentations may be from 3 to 10 minutes long, with number of presenters depending on time allotted for each.

Debate
Moderator announces the topic, and two other people debate.

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Collaboration

To facilitate collaboration, the Spring 2020 Program Committee has created a space for NEA members to develop session proposals together: https://bit.ly/32NVGt9

Please use this space to connect with your colleagues about potential session topics and formats. This collaborative space will be accessible until the deadline for proposals, September 20, 2020.

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Proposal Submission

To submit a proposal, complete the form below.
https://forms.gle/4bGReBVqkzRFWN8k7

Please note that proposed sessions involving fewer than three presenters and/or covering overlapping topics may be grouped together.

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Accessibility and Code of Conduct:

NEA is committed to making the Spring 2020 Meeting welcoming and accessible to all presenters and attendees. Presenters are encouraged to ensure that their presentations meet current accessibility guidelines. Presenters are also required to abide by the NEA Code of Conduct, which can be found here: https://www.newenglandarchivists.org/Code-of-Conduct

If you will need specific accommodations, such as interpretive services, to support your participation in this event, please contact the program chair.

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Scholarships and Awards:

Meeting and travel scholarships are available through NEA for those in need. Details may be found on the NEA website: https://newenglandarchivists.org/Meeting-Travel-and-Session-Scholarships. Please also refer to the following pages for specific details on:

● Meeting and travel assistance: https://newenglandarchivists.org/meeting_travel

● Student member meeting and travel assistance: https://newenglandarchivists.org/VonSalis

● Inclusion and diversity session scholarship: https://newenglandarchivists.org/inclusion-diversity-scholarship/

Questions? Please contact the Program Committee chair, Amber LaFountain, at Amber_LaFountain@hms.harvard.edu.

NEA Registrar position

Sat, 17 Aug 2019 17:22:14 GMT

New England Archivists seeks an NEA Registrar for the upcoming two-year term, ideally to commence in early September 2019. This position offers a great opportunity to support NEA, and is ideal for someone looking to build their professional network by engaging with a wide range of NEA members.

The Registrar manages meeting and workshop registration, both in person and online; works with NEA committees, Vendor Coordinator, and Treasurer to ensure registration and payments are successful; and connects with membership and fellow archivists during the onsite registration process.

This integral part of NEA's executive board also attends quarterly board meetings, as a non-voting member. This position is a great way to stay engaged in the New England archival community, and become involved with NEA leadership.

A full job description is available at this link, or via NEA's leadership page on the website.

Interested parties should submit a brief statement of interest to the NEA President, Jamie Rice, at president@newenglandarchivists.org by Aug 28^th.

Call for 2019 Election Nominations

Wed, 31 Jul 2019 22:10:26 GMT

Dear NEA Members,

The 2019 Nominating Committee is seeking candidates for the following positions on the New England Archivists Executive Board, to be voted on in the upcoming fall elections.

Vice President/President-Elect
Secretary
Representative-at-Large (one open position)

We encourage you to consider nominating yourself or a colleague to join NEA’s leadership. Serving on the NEA Board is a great way to support archivists and allied professionals in our region, meet colleagues, build your resume, and develop skills in strategic planning, budget management, community outreach, and more.

The NEA Board works collaboratively toward achieving the goals outlined in the organization’s current Strategic Plan and strives to include diverse perspectives in moving NEA forward. The Nominating Committee seeks candidates whose strengths and interests align with NEA’s strategic direction and who are prepared for leadership in the following areas:

Inclusion and Diversity – build an organization welcoming to, and representative of, all of New England’s archivists and allied professionals;
Advocacy and Outreach – advocate for policies and resources that support archives, archivists, and allied professionals and increase public appreciation of the profession;
Community Engagement – create opportunities for members to join together in collaborative, cost-effective, and innovative ways;
Membership Development – sustain growth through building membership and meaningful engagement; and
Education – cultivate and provide lifelong learning opportunities at all career stages.

As a member of the Executive Board, you would attend quarterly, daylong board meetings, the location of which often changes from meeting to meeting in order to accommodate members from around the New England region. You would also participate in the development of NEA's new strategic plan, to take effect in 2021. More information about the responsibilities of the Vice President/President-Elect, Representative-at-Large, and Secretary positions can be found on the NEA website, here.

We encourage members at any stage of their career to consider running, and we especially encourage nominations from archivists of color, and individuals representing all six New England states and all organizational types. If you are interested in stepping into a regional leadership position or know someone who would be a good candidate, please submit a Nomination Form. All submissions are anonymous and confidential. Questions about the election and the nominating process can be sent to any member of the Nominating Committee.

Nominations are due on Friday, September 6, 2019.

New England Archivists’ strength is its membership, and each year we are privileged to elect new leaders from among you. Thank you for helping us continue to develop NEA as a strong and vital organization.

Sincerely,

The 2019 NEA Nominating Committee

Karen Adler Abramson (chair), JFK Presidential Library, MA (karen.abramson@nara.gov)

Prudence Doherty, University of Vermont (pdoherty@uvm.edu)

Ellen Doon, Yale University, CT (ellen.doon@yale.edu)

Sarah Galligan, New Hampshire Historical Society (sgalligan@nhhistory.org)

Heather Moran, Maine State Archives (heather.moran@maine.gov)

Call for proposals: NEA Fall 2019 Meeting, November 1

Michelle Chiles — Wed, 03 Jul 2019 14:36:08 GMT

New England Archivists (NEA) invites submissions of session proposals for the Fall 2019 Meeting, “Maps & Legends.” The meeting will take place at the Osher Map Library, University of Southern Maine, in Portland, Maine, on November 1, 2019. The deadline for proposals is Friday, July 26.

Maps, charts, globes, and GIS data are found in many archival collections—but how much do we really know about caring for them? Are we handling them correctly, describing them effectively, and providing thorough access to them? Are we maximizing their ability to support research and study? “Maps & Legends” will bring us together to share experiences with these materials, demystify them, and learn from each other how to unlock their potential for all users.

The Fall 2019 Program Committee is seeking proposals for short presentations that facilitate conversation about maps, charts, globes, GIS data, and related materials in the archival environment. Does your job include routine processing and/or care for cartographic materials and data, or do you have experience with a project involving such material? Whether about storing, preserving, digitizing, or something else, we welcome your cartographic case studies, stories, data analyses, and more. We encourage creative proposals that foster group conversation. Each presenter will have 15 minutes: 10 minutes (or less) for the presentation and the remaining time for questions and discussion.

We are particularly interested in any topic that relates to the following areas of work with cartographic materials:

• Cataloging and description
• Preservation
• Digitization and re-digitization
• Supporting researchers
• Building and engaging audiences

First-time presenters, current graduate students, early-career professionals, and those doing archival work in community-centered contexts are all strongly encouraged to submit proposals. Applicants do not need to be “map professionals.” We welcome anyone who has encountered maps as part of their work or studies.

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To submit a proposal, complete this form.

The Program Committee will acknowledge all submissions. If your proposal is selected, your acknowledgment will include instructions about next steps. All presenters are required to register for the conference upon acceptance, at the member rate, and to fund their own travel expenses.

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NEA is committed to making the Fall 2019 Meeting welcoming and accessible to all presenters and attendees. Presenters are also required to abide by the NEA Code of Conduct, which can be found here: https://www.newenglandarchivists.org/Code-of-Conduct.

If you will need specific accommodations, such as interpretive services, to support your participation in this event, please contact the Program Chair.

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Questions? Please contact the Program Chair, Patrick Ford, at patrick.ford@mysticseaport.org.

NEA Mentoring Program Receives the SAA Distinguished Service Award

Michelle Chiles — Fri, 10 May 2019 16:33:54 GMT

The New England Archivists (NEA) Mentoring Program is a 2019 recipient of the Distinguished Service Award given by the Society of American Archivists (SAA). The award will be presented at a ceremony during the Joint Annual Meeting of the Council of State Archivists and SAA in Austin, TX, July 31–August 6. The award recognizes an archives institution, education program, nonprofit organization, or government organization that has given outstanding service to its public and has made an exemplary contribution to the archives profession.

Launched in 2013, NEA’s Mentoring Program rethinks traditional one-to-one mentoring models through the creation of Mentoring Circles. The Circles, consisting of four to six mentees and two co-mentors, foster relationships between mentors and mentees and expand mentoring into ongoing peer relationships. The Program has served more than 100 mentees in six years and has increased to include a virtual program connecting those who may otherwise be geographically isolated. The NEA Mentoring Program has been used as a model for other regional archival organizations, such as the Mid-Atlantic Regional Archives Conference (MARAC). The Chair of the Membership Committee of MARAC states, “[The NEA Mentoring Program] is truly innovative and incredibly beneficial to participants. As such, where we were initially going to borrow several aspects of many programs for our mentoring enterprise, we are now going [with] the entire NEA model.”

The Mentoring Program not only fulfills an important need by helping its members grow and connect in innovative ways, it also actively and openly shares this model allowing the possibility for expansion beyond its community. During its six-year history, the NEA Mentoring Program has grown steadily and developed into an engaged, enthusiastic community of archivists and record keepers who generously share their insights, advice, and expertise with one other.

SAA’s Distinguished Service Award was established in 1964. Previous recipients include the Society of Southwest Archivists, Council of State Archivists, Georgia Archives Institute, the Archives Leadership Institute, and the Black Metropolis Research Consortium.

- Society of American Archivists press release, May 2019

Volunteer Call: Fall 2019 - Program Committee Members

Michelle Chiles — Fri, 12 Apr 2019 20:00:55 GMT

The Fall 2019 Meeting Program Committee is currently seeking members - experience with maps is a plus, but not required. The workload will be consistent but not too heavy - we will check-in monthly via email and/or Zoom to discuss content and logistics.
The meeting, which will focus on maps - demystifying them, digitizing them, unlocking their potential - will be held on Friday, November 1, 2019 at the Glickman Library, University of Southern Maine, in Portland.

Please contact Patrick Ford, PC chair, by Friday, April 19, if you are interested in serving: patrick.ford@mysticseaport.org.

Apply now for the 2019 NEA Mentoring Program!

Michelle Chiles — Thu, 11 Apr 2019 20:20:37 GMT

The NEA Mentoring Program is seeking participants for the 2019 cycle! This 7-9 month program will begin in May or June 2019. All interested mentors and mentees are encouraged to sign up by the end of April. We also encourage folks interested in being mentors to consider self-selecting a co-mentor. Is there a colleague you’d love to partner with? Encourage them to sign up to be a mentor with you!

Applications and more information about this popular program are available here.

WHY PARTICIPATE?
The NEA Mentoring Program offers members the opportunity to participate in Mentoring Circles, which are small groups that typically consist of four to six mentees and two mentors. Diverging from the traditional one-on-one mentoring model, the circle model fosters not only mentoring relationships between the mentors and the mentees, but also peer-mentoring relationships among the mentees and the co-mentors.

Mentoring Circles aim to:

Encourage the exchange of experiences, challenges, and opportunities to facilitate goal-setting for career and personal development.
Build competence and character to reach those goals.
Foster self-confidence, communication skills, and collective growth.

Mentors and mentees are matched to a circle depending on their interests, goals, and availability. The application process includes an initial survey to determine everyone’s interests and support the initial matching. All participants should be current NEA members able to commit to a full cycle of the program (seven to nine months).

HOW TO PARTICIPATE
Please visit the NEA Mentoring page to learn more about the program and to apply to join. Applications will be accepted through May 1, 2019. Applicants will receive placement information by May 15, 2019.

If you have any questions about the program, please contact Mentoring Program Administrator Jessica Holden (jessica.holden@umb.edu).

Workshop: Approaching Transition and Grief in Acquisitions Work

Thu, 21 Mar 2019 15:14:23 GMT

Approaching Transition and Grief in Acquisitions Work

Acquisitions work often takes place during times of transition. Donors, whether records creators or their family members, independent agents or institutional faculty/staff, may be experiencing associated feelings of grief and loss. As a result, an acquisitor’s job involves far more than simply bringing in records. A holistic understanding of a donor’s transition, along with the ability to navigate and negotiate difficult conversations at the point of acquisition, can determine our success as stewards of cultural heritage.

For the last three years, Mumford, Hayes, and Ilacqua have explored the topics of transition, grief, and loss through interviews with professionals including palliative care workers, ombudspersons, and members of the clergy, as well as extensive research into medical perspectives on loss and grief.

This live webinar will map loss and grief to archival acquisitions work and offer techniques adopted and developed by grief professionals to assist in handling donors in transition. It will also explore affect theory, maintenance work, emotional labor, and self-care techniques, and offer attendees an opportunity to review and respond to case studies. This webinar is for forward-facing archivists at any point in their career.

Presenters: Heather Mumford, Carolyn Hayes, and Joan Ilacqua, all of Harvard Medical School

Date/Time: April 30, 2019 / 2:00-3:00 PM

Maximum registration number: 50

Cost: Free

Registration link: https://www.newenglandarchivists.org/event-3323324

GET INVOLVED: NATIONAL HISTORY DAY

Michelle Chiles — Tue, 05 Feb 2019 21:45:05 GMT

National History Day (NHD) is an interdisciplinary research project for students in grades 6-12 that encourages exploration of local, state, national, and world history. Each year more than half a million students nationwide, encouraged by thousands of teachers, participate in the NHD contest. History day teaches students to:

● Conduct in-depth research
● Use primary and secondary sources
● Work with libraries, archives, museums, oral history interviews, and/or historic sites
● Analyze and interpret their findings
● Write and present their historical research.

This year, New England Archivists is encouraging all members to get involved in their communities and volunteer as a judge. Many of you already participate in NHD through your institutions or have served as judges or volunteers in past competitions. But if you haven't done so before, please consider it! For your convenience, each state’s coordinator contacts, competition dates, and judge sign-up links or instructions can be found below. Contact abigail.malangone@nara.gov with any questions!

Connecticut
NHD Website: www.historydayct.org
Contact: Rebecca Taber-Conover
Email: info@historydayct.org

Maine
NHD Website: umaine.edu/history/national-history-day
Coordinator: John Taylor
Email: john.m.taylor@maine.edu

Massachusetts
NHD Website: www.masshistoryday.com
Contact: Kate Melchior
Email: kmelchior@masshist.og

New Hampshire
NHD Website: nhdnh.weebly.com
Coordinators: John Krueckeberg and Brandon Haas
Email: nhdnh@plymouth.edu

Rhode Island
NHD Website: https://ri.nhd.org/?f=0ecf6c4e-c45b-4b40-b977-dd3977606994
Coordinator: Rick Ring
Email: rhodeisland@nhd.org

Vermont
NHD Website: vermonthistory.org/educate/vermont-history-day
Coordinator: Victoria Hughes
Email: victoria.hughes@vermonthistory.org

Call for nominations: 2019 NEA Archival Advocacy and Distinguished Service Awards

Michelle Chiles — Tue, 05 Feb 2019 21:39:04 GMT

The 2019 New England Archivists Nominating Committee seeks nominations for the following:

NEW ENGLAND ARCHIVISTS ARCHIVAL ADVOCACY AWARD

If you know an individual or organization that has provided extraordinary support—politically, financially, or through public advocacy—for New England archival programs and records, please consider nominating this person or organization for the NEA Archival Advocacy Award. Nominees need not be a member of NEA and do not even need to be in the New England region to be considered. This is a wonderful opportunity to recognize advocates for archives. See the NEA website for criteria for eligibility, previous award recipients, and more details.

NEW ENGLAND ARCHIVISTS DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD

If you know a colleague who has been a leader in promoting and furthering the objectives of NEA, please consider recognizing them by nominating them for the NEA Distinguished Service Award. This award provides a way to showcase the leadership our members bring to the profession. Please see the NEA website for criteria for eligibility, previous award recipients, and more details.

Nominations for both awards must be submitted by MARCH 1, 2019. Please send nominations and supporting documentation, as well as any questions, to Ellen Doon, Immediate Past President, at ipp@newenglandarchivists.org

Member Survey

Michelle Chiles — Fri, 25 Jan 2019 21:53:30 GMT

Dear New England Archivists members:

The field of archives is changing every day -- and this is your chance to help shape the evolving profession in the New England region. Participate in NEA's annual Membership Survey to help us better serve you and our profession. If you are a current member or even if your membership has lapsed, we are interested your feedback. Your responses will be completely anonymous.

The survey, which takes about 15-20 minutes, includes questions about general NEA membership, meetings and events, education/training, NEA roundtables, and how NEA communicates with members. At the end of the survey, current NEA members can enter to win a prize: a free year of membership in NEA!

The survey will be open until Saturday, February 16, 2019, at 11:59pm. The NEA Membership Committee thanks you for your participation.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/TVZBP8C

Reminder: NEA Elections end December 7

Michelle Chiles — Thu, 06 Dec 2018 17:06:01 GMT

Remember to Vote!

Mark your calendars now for the 2018 New England Archivists election. Voting will start November 19 and continue through December 7.

Candidates are listed below alphabetically, and you can read the candidates' statements on the NEA website. Private and secure voting will take place online through electionbuddy.com, which will send each voter a unique link.

The candidates are:

Vice President/President Elect
-- Linda Hocking
-- Eliot Wilczek

Treasurer
-- Myles Crowley
-- Cynthia Harbeson

Representatives-at-Large (two positions open)
-- Jennifer Betts
-- Molly Brown
-- Michael P. Dello Iacono
-- Michael Lotstein

New England Archivists Nominating Committee 2018:
Ellen Doon (chair)
Maria Bernier
Stephanie Call
Rosemary Davis
Jennifer Gunter King
Tom Rosko

Journal of Contemporary Archival Studies Online Reading Group with Meghan Rinn 12/11

Michelle Chiles — Fri, 16 Nov 2018 21:29:45 GMT

Meghan R. Rinn of the Barnum Museum, in Bridgeport, CT, will join us to discuss her article “Nineteenth-Century Depictions of Disabilities and Modern Metadata: A Consideration of Material in the P.T. Barnum Digital Collection.” Read the article and join us for an online discussion of the issues of description and disability in archival collections.

Article link: https://elischolar.library.yale.edu/jcas/vol5/iss1/1/

This event is free and will be hosted by the New England Archivists Education Committee, using Zoom, on December 11th at noon.

Registration is limited to 10 participants and will open soon. Please register by December 7th at 12:00 PM.

Reminder: Volunteers for Mentoring Program Wanted

Michelle Chiles — Wed, 14 Nov 2018 17:15:21 GMT

The New England Archivists Mentoring Program is seeking volunteers to serve as Mentoring Liaisons. We are looking for three Mentoring Liaisons to take on support roles in Mentoring Circles. Liaisons will provide program information to participants and assist mentors with logistical tasks, including scheduling meetings and acting as mediators when issues or concerns arise within a circle. Liaisons will help mentors brainstorm discussions and activities as needed. The Mentoring Liaisons serve for two years as members of the Membership Committee. They report directly to the Mentoring Administrator and keep the Membership Committee Chair and the NEA Board informed about circle activities.

First launched in 2013 by the Roundtable for Early Professionals and Students (REPS), the NEA Mentoring Program offers members the opportunity to participate in Mentoring Circles, which are small groups that typically consist of four to six mentees and two co-mentors. Diverging from the traditional one-on-one mentoring model, the circle model fosters not only mentoring relationships between the mentors and the mentees, but also peer mentoring relationships among the mentees and between the co-mentors. More information about the program is available here:
https://newenglandarchivists.org/mentoring.

In the most recent cycle, five Mentoring Circles consisted of ten mentors and more than twenty mentees. The Circles are supported by the Mentoring Liaisons, who help to schedule meetings and communicate with participants. This rewarding opportunity is a great way to network, build your resume, and become more involved with the NEA community. If you are interested in volunteering for one of the three Mentoring Liaison positions, please email a letter of interest detailing your relevant experience, reasons for applying for the position, and your availability to commit to a two-year term, to the Mentoring Administrator, Jessica Holden, at
jessica.holden@umb.edu by November 15, 2018.

Elections are coming!

Fri, 02 Nov 2018 23:58:46 GMT

Mark your calendars now for the 2018 New England Archivists election. Voting will start November 19 and continue through December 7.

The candidates are:

Vice President/President Elect
-- Linda Hocking
-- Eliot Wilczek

Treasurer
-- Myles Crowley
-- Cynthia Harbeson

Representatives-at-Large (two positions open)
-- Jennifer Betts
-- Molly Brown
-- Michael P. Dello Iacono
-- Michael Lotstein

New England Archivists Nominating Committee 2018:
Ellen Doon (chair)
Maria Bernier
Stephanie Call
Rosemary Davis
Jennifer Gunter King
Tom Rosko

Volunteers for Mentoring Program

Fri, 02 Nov 2018 23:56:40 GMT

Call for volunteers to review awards applications

Fri, 02 Nov 2018 23:50:42 GMT

The New England Archivists Representatives-at-Large seek NEA members to serve on the Awards Committees to help review applications for the following: 

-- Hale Professional Development Award
-- Haas Records Management Award
-- A/V Professional Development Award

You need only be a current NEA member in good standing to volunteer; no prior experience with NEA or with awards committees is required, making this a great opportunity for both new and seasoned members to get involved with NEA. The review and discussion of applications is all conducted virtually, so no travel or in-person meetings are required. Applications for these awards will be accepted starting in early December, and winners will be chosen by February. For more information on NEA awards and scholarships, see: newenglandarchivists.org/awards.

To volunteer, send an email to the NEA Representatives-at-Large (RepAtLarge@newenglandarchivists.org) with your name, contact info, and the name of the award selection committee(s) on which you would like to serve by Tuesday, November 20th. If we receive more volunteers than we have spaces for, volunteers will be selected at random.

New England Archivists
Communications Committee

Call for NEA Member Volunteer for the Inclusion and Diversity Scholarship Committee

Michelle Chiles — Thu, 20 Sep 2018 19:48:10 GMT

The 2019 Inclusion and Diversity Scholarship Committee is now forming, and we need your help.

First awarded in 2016, the New England Archivists Inclusion and Diversity Scholarship is given annually to the presenters of one session during the Spring Meeting. The session must be dedicated to issues of inclusion, diversity, and social justice within the profession.

The Inclusion and Diversity Committee (IDC) is seeking a current member of NEA to serve on this committee, working with representatives from the IDC Committee and the Spring Programing Committee. This committee is charged with awarding the Inclusion and Diversity Scholarship for 2019. More details on this award can be found on the NEA website: https://newenglandarchivists.org/inclusion-diversity-scholarship/

If you are interested (or have questions), email your contact information and a short statement of intent to diversity@newenglandarchivists.org by October 15, 2018.

This is a great opportunity to get involved with NEA. We look forward to working with you!

Apply for the Inclusion and Diversity Scholarship!

Michelle Chiles — Thu, 20 Sep 2018 19:43:13 GMT

First awarded in 2016, the New England Archivists Inclusion and Diversity Scholarship is given annually to the presenters of one session during the Spring Meeting. The session must be dedicated to issues of inclusion, diversity, and social justice within the profession.

The session will be chosen from the proposals submitted to the Spring Meeting Program Committee; there is no separate application process. The presenters of the session will be eligible for a total of up to $1200 in reimbursement for registration, travel, and hotel expenses.

The deadline for proposals for the Spring 2019 Meeting is Friday, September 28, 2018.

NEA Fall 2018 Meeting Registration is Open!

Michelle Chiles — Wed, 12 Sep 2018 15:25:02 GMT

Join New England Archivists (NEA) for the Fall 2018 Meeting, “Our Common Code: Ethics in Archives,” Friday, October 26, at the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum. Registration is open now

through October 22 at https://newenglandarchivists.org/fall-2018.

Don't miss presentations by colleagues on ethical issues relating to appraisal and acquisitions, description, and access! More information on presentation topics will be available on the website.

The meeting will also feature a lunchtime plenary talk by the Venerable Tenzin Priyadarshi, Director of the Ethics Initiative at the MIT Media Lab and President & CEO of The Dalai Lama Center for Ethics and Transformative Values at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (see https://www.media.mit.edu/people/tenzin/overview/). Plenary-only registration is also available, with lunch included.

Following the event, meeting attendees may take a free tour of the Kennedy Library and Museum[CW1] .

Find more information on the Fall 2018 Meeting webpage:
https://newenglandarchivists.org/fall-2018.

QUESTIONS?

Please contact Program Committee Chair Juliana Kuipers at juliana_kuipers@harvard.edu.

If you have questions about registration, please see our Registration FAQ at
https://newenglandarchivists.org/Registration-FAQ or contact NEA's Registrar, Olivia Mandica-Hart, at registrar@newenglandarchivists.org.

Looking forward to seeing you in Boston!

New England Archivists
Communications Committee

Open Volunteer Position: Education Committee Student Member

Michelle Chiles — Wed, 12 Sep 2018 15:23:25 GMT

NEA’s Education Committee is looking for a student member to serve a one-year term from Fall 2018 to Fall 2019 (The one-year term begins after the Fall 2018 meeting).

Responsibilities include planning workshops (which can be done from the comfort of your home through e-mail), acting as a liaison to other students to determine their education needs, and serving as a day-of workshop representative for biannual meetings. It is a fun, easy way to build your resume.

If you are interested, please contact Jessica Steytler: jsteytler@14beacon.org

Open Volunteer Position: NEA Survey Coordinator

Michelle Chiles — Wed, 12 Sep 2018 14:53:56 GMT

The New England Archivists Membership Committee is in search of a volunteer to fill the Survey Coordinator position. This is a great opportunity for archivists across the region, including students and new professionals, to get involved in their professional organization, network, and build that resume! No prior experience or volunteer experience is required. Committee meetings are generally held virtually (NEA provides Zoom for web conferencing), and most business is done by email, phone, or web conferencing.

Survey Coordinator (3-year term)
Will manage the annual survey by collaborating with other NEA committees in order to gather information from NEA membership, creating the survey, and reporting results to the Membership Committee and NEA Board. The survey is used to evaluate how well NEA is meeting the needs of members and to inform planning in NEA.

Please contact Sam Howes, Membership Committee Chair, at samuel.howes@maine.gov.

Submit your current contact information and a brief statement of interest by Friday, September 21, 2018.

Spring 2019 Meeting: Call for Proposals

Michelle Chiles — Tue, 14 Aug 2018 19:57:54 GMT

TOGETHER WE CAN

New England Archivists (NEA) invites submissions of session proposals for our Spring 2019 Meeting, to be held April 4–6, 2019, in Burlington, Vermont, at the Hilton Burlington.

The deadline for proposals is September 28, 2018.

With the theme “Together We Can,” the Spring 2019 Meeting will explore how archivists work with both records and users, especially with diverse peoples and groups who use and share archival material. Sessions offering practical information and innovative ideas will inspire archivists in the work they do every day as well as advance the archives profession.

The Spring 2019 Program Committee invites proposals on all topics but is especially interested in the following:

● Archivists who work with non-traditional user groups

● Interdisciplinary projects involving archivists or the use of archives

● Effects of changes in laws or policies related to archives

● Concepts of fact and truth in the archives

● Archival advocacy within different types of administrative structures

● Collaboration to complete digital and analog projects

● Vermont history and culture

First-time presenters, current graduate students, and early-career professionals are encouraged to apply.

POSSIBLE SESSION TYPES

Standard Presentation
Two or three speakers present on a common theme. May include a moderator to steer discussion and/or introduce speakers and theme.

Open Forum|
Topical discussion with moderator leading discussion with everyone in attendance. May include additional moderator(s) to direct breakout conversations.

PechaKucha
Each presentation consists of 20 slides or images displayed for 20 seconds each, with comment, and lasts six minutes and 40 seconds. Highest number of presenters possible for one session is 12, fewer if leaving time for questions.

Lightning Talks
Like PechaKucha, but without a set format. May or may not include slides or images. Presentations may be from three to ten minutes long, with number of presenters depending on time allotted for each.

Debate
Moderator announces the topic, and two other people debate.

Alternative Format
Suggest an alternative format or create your own. Proposals must include a description of the format and how the format will benefit the presentation and the audience.

Note: Standard A/V (a projector and screen) will be provided at each session.

In order to facilitate collaboration, the Spring 2019 Program Committee has created a space for NEA members to develop session proposals together: COLLABORATION SPREADSHEET

Please use this space to connect with your colleagues about potential session topics and formats. This collaborative space will be accessible through the deadline of September 28, 2018.

To submit a proposal, please complete this form: https://goo.gl/forms/lV4EMLWTHXSB5ITE3

Please note that proposed sessions involving fewer than three presenters and/or covering overlapping topics may be grouped together.

All proposals will be acknowledged by the Program Committee. If your proposal is accepted, you will be contacted about next steps. All presenters are required to register for the conference upon acceptance, at the early-bird rate, and to fund their own travel expenses. Presenters are required to abide by the NEA Code of Conduct, which can be found here: https://www.newenglandarchivists.org/Code-of-Conduct

NEA is committed to making the Spring 2019 Meeting welcoming and accessible to all presenters and attendees. If you need specific accommodations to support your participation in this event, please contact the program chairs.

Meeting and travel scholarships are available through NEA for those in need. For information and details on how to apply, see https://newenglandarchivists.org/awards/scholarships

Questions? Please contact program chair Sarah Galligan at sgalligan@nhhistory.org.

Membership Committee Volunteers Needed

Fri, 10 Aug 2018 19:38:11 GMT

The New England Archivists Membership Committee is in search of new volunteers to fill a variety of new and exciting positions. This is a great opportunity for archivists across the region, including students and new professionals, to get involved in their professional organization, network, and build that resume! No prior experience or volunteer experience is required. Committee meetings are generally held virtually (NEA provides Zoom for web conferencing), and most business is done by email, phone, or web conferencing.

We're looking for members who can start ASAP to focus on:

· Development (2-4 members; 3-year term)

Aided by membership survey data and the Development Task Force final report (2013), will define development plans for NEA, identify priorities for funding opportunities, identify new and existing sources of funding, and work with the NEA Treasurer on sustainable and responsible financial planning.

· Meet-up organization (1-2 members; 3-year term)

Will schedule and plan social meet-ups for NEA members at the Spring Meeting and throughout the year, occasionally in collaboration with other allied groups (such as Digital Commonwealth), and communicate with the Membership Chair and the Treasurer for budgeting and funding.

· Annual meeting coordination (2-3 members; 3-year term)

Will work collaboratively with the Local Arrangements Committee and other Spring Meeting organizers and Membership Committee groups to schedule and coordinate Membership Committee-sponsored events (e.g., resume review, practice interviews, NEA informational tables, etc.).

Please contact Sam Howes, Membership Committee Chair, at samuel.howes@maine.gov. Include your current contact information, which position(s) interest you, and a brief statement of interest by Friday, August 31, 2018.

2018 Election Call for Nominations

Thu, 02 Aug 2018 18:06:14 GMT

Dear NEA members,

The 2018 Nominating Committee seeks candidates for this fall’s election for the following positions on the NEA Executive Board:

Vice President/President-Elect
Treasurer
Representative-at-Large (2 positions open)

Please consider nominating yourself or a colleague to join NEA’s leadership. Serving on the NEA Board is a great way to contribute to our regional archival association, help make decisions that will drive our institution, and gain tangible experience in areas such as strategic planning or budget management that will enhance your professional skills.

The NEA Board works collaboratively toward the goals outlined in NEA’s current Strategic Plan and strives to include many perspectives as it moves the organization forward. The Nominating Committee seeks candidates whose strengths and interests align with NEA’s strategic direction, and who are prepared for leadership in:

● Advocacy and Outreach – advocate for policies and resources that support archives and archivists and increase public appreciation of the profession

● Community – create opportunities for members to join together in collaborative, innovative ways

● Development – sustain growth through building income and meaningful engagement

● Education – cultivate and provide lifelong learning opportunities at all career stages

● Inclusion and Diversity – build an organization welcoming to, and representative of, all of New England’s archivists

More information about the responsibilities assigned to the Vice President/President-Elect Representative-at-Large, and Treasurer can be found here: https://www.newenglandarchivists.org/leadership

We encourage members at any stage of their career to consider running, and we especially encourage nominations representing all six New England states and all types of archival institutions. If you are interested in stepping into a regional leadership position or know someone who would be a good candidate, please use the Nomination Form. All submissions are anonymous and confidential. Questions about the election and the nominating process can be sent to any member of the Nominating Committee.

Nominations are due by Friday, September 7.

New England Archivists’ strength is its members, and each year we are privileged to elect new leaders from among you. Thank you for helping us continue to develop NEA as a strong and vibrant organization.

Sincerely,

The 2018 NEA Nominating Committee

Ellen Doon (chair)
Maria Bernier
Stephanie Call
Rosemary Davis
Jennifer Gunter King
Tom Rosko

Call for Associate Editors – Journal of Contemporary Archival Studies

Michelle Chiles — Fri, 06 Jul 2018 14:41:27 GMT

The Journal of Contemporary Archival Studies, sponsored by New England Archivists and Yale University Library, seeks applications for Associate Editors. Three positions are available (term starting March 2019).

The Associate Editor works in collaboration with the Managing Editor and other members of the Editorial Board to solicit, select, and develop content for the journal. Primary duties include selection of peer reviewers for assigned submissions and supervising the peer review process in consultation with the Managing Editor, evaluating peer review reports, and making recommendations to the Managing Editor on the suitability of submissions for publication.

Additional duties include participation in programming at events, soliciting submissions, assisting in the development of content, and actively participating in the management of the journal. Terms of service are three years with the opportunity for a second term for a total of six years of service.

JCAS is a peer-reviewed, open access journal that furthers awareness of issues and developments in the work of professional archivists, curators, librarians, and historians. It serves as a locus for graduate students and professionals in library science, archival science, and public history to contribute original works of research and inquiry for peer review and publication. The journal publishes on an article-by-article basis.

Applicants must submit a résumé/CV and a brief statement of interest to email.jcas@gmail.com by Tuesday, September 4.

Registration is open for the NEA Workshop: Principled Archivists

Michelle Chiles — Tue, 26 Jun 2018 16:19:13 GMT

Principled Archivists: How to Make the Proposed New DACS Principles Work for You and Your Users
Workshop instructors: Maureen Callahan, Smith College Libraries
Adrien Hilton, Houghton Library, Harvard University

• Co-Sponsored by Archivists Round Table of Metropolitan New York, Inc. (A.R.T.)

Friday, July 27, 2018. 9am-5pm
Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Yale University, 121 Wall Street, New Haven, CT
Maximum number of registrants: 30
NEA/A.R.T. members $85
Non-NEA/A.R.T. members $100
https://newenglandarchivists.org/event-2954535

Is your description helping your users?

In this workshop, participants will test the proposed newly revised DACS principles, which provide an updated framework for archival description, against real-world researcher needs. This full-day workshop provides an opportunity for the archives community to learn more about the DACS revision process and the rationale behind revision. Most importantly, archivists will leave the workshop with a framework for determining how these principles can help structure a descriptive program.

In this lively mix of presentation, discussion, and active learning, participants will:
1) discuss and develop strategies for educating peers and colleagues about the proposed principles;
2) engage in activities and exercises that will teach them how to enact these principles at their home institutions;
3) learn how the principles can be a tool for advocacy and how to implement them.

With a fuller understanding of why and how the Technical Subcommittee on Describing Archives: A Content Standard (TS-DACS) revised the principles, as well as of how the current and revised principles interact and overlap both with each other and with Records in Context (RiC), participants will leave the session energized and equipped to integrate the principles more deeply into their own archival practice.

Everyone with an interest in archival description and the revised DACS principles is welcome.

Describing Archives: A Content Standard is sponsored and maintained by the Society of American Archivists. The revised principles are still in the community comment phase and have not yet been adopted by SAA Standards Committee or SAA Council.

Registration is open for the NEA Workshop: Deconstructing Whiteness

Michelle Chiles — Tue, 26 Jun 2018 16:11:09 GMT

Deconstructing Whiteness

Workshop instructor: Samantha Winn, Virginia Tech
Monday, August 6, 2018, 1:00-5:00 pm
Rhode Island Historical Society, 110 Benevolent Street, Providence, RI

Early-bird rates are available through July 12:
New England Archivists Member $45
Student member $22
Non-member $60

Advance registration runs July 13-August 2:

New England Archivists Member $65
Student member $42
Non-member $80

This workshop is designed for archives professionals who want to critically and constructively examine how dynamics of whiteness affect their work. Participants will reflect upon critical conversations in the archival profession, including #ArchivesSoWhite, Mario H. Ramirez’s 2015 article “Being Assumed Not to Be: A Critique of Whiteness as an Archival Imperative,” and outcomes of the 2017 Liberatory Archives Forum in Portland, Oregon. Following an introduction to key concepts and definitions, trained facilitators will lead attendees in a series of participatory dialogues and exercises designed to unify theory and practice.

To register, go to: https://newenglandarchivists.org/event-2976342

New England Archivists
Communications Committee

Call for Volunteers: Inclusion and Diversity Committee Members

Michelle Chiles — Tue, 19 Jun 2018 16:21:24 GMT

As inclusion and diversity are core values in achieving the New England Archivist’s organizational mission, the IDC is currently seeking four new committee members:

Two candidates for a 2-year term (2018-2020)
Two candidates for a 1-year term (2018-2019)

The IDC strives to help build and maintain an inclusive environment where differences of opinion, beliefs, and values are sought, listened to, respected, and valued. Through inclusion, NEA is dedicated to expanding membership, participation, and leadership that reflect the broad diversity of New England. You can learn more about the IDC’s work here:

https://newenglandarchivists.org/diversity

New members will rotate onto the committee in November 2018 and their duties are as follows:

Works with IDC committee co-chairs and members to identify ways to build and maintain an inclusive organization where differences of opinion, beliefs, and values are sought, listened to, respected, and valued.
Works with IDC committee co-chairs and members on related activities as appropriate to support committee effort toward building and maintaining an inclusive, welcoming organization, a key objective of the NEA Strategic Plan 2016-2020.
Helps provide resources, consultation, and feedback to NEA volunteers and members as requested in order to support their efforts toward building and maintaining an inclusive, welcoming environment within the organization.
Supports the IDC in its work to support and enforce the NEA Code of Conduct.
Contributes ideas and occasional writing as part of to Serves as coordinating editor for the regular NEA Newsletter column, “Who’s Missing From This Table?” by identifying topics, recruiting authors, and reviewing drafts.
Contributes to IDC efforts surrounding the administration of NEA’s Inclusion and Diversity Session and Travel Assistance Scholarship.
Assists the IDC with on-site coordinator for inclusion and diversity efforts at NEA Spring Meetings.
Contributes to quarterly reports submitted to the NEA Board

Application Instructions: Applicants are encouraged to submit a statement that details your strong commitment to inclusion and diversity; knowledge of the issues and personal and professional experience with advocacy around diversity and inclusion; and understanding of collaboration and public outreach. Successful candidates will also be well-organized and demonstrate strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

All applications will be reviewed by the NEA Executive Board, as well as the Co-Chairs and current members of the IDC committee. If you have any questions about the role of the IDC at-large, or about the work individual committee members do in support of the IDC, don’t hesitate to contact us at the email address below.

Please submit your application by July 15th to: diversity@newenglandarchivists.org

We look forward to working with you!

Rosemary K. J. Davis
Rose Oliveira
IDC Co-chairs, 2018-2021

Fall 2018 Meeting: Call for Proposals - DUE 7/31/18

Michelle Chiles — Tue, 05 Jun 2018 12:42:46 GMT

Our Common Code: Ethics in the Archives

Friday, October 26, 2018
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum, Boston, MA

New England Archivists (NEA) invites submissions of session proposals for the Fall 2018 Meeting, "Our Common Code: Ethics in the Archives." The meeting will take place at the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum in Boston, Massachusetts, on Friday, October 26, 2018. The deadline for proposals is July 31, 2018.

We make ethical decisions in our work as archivists, especially towards preserving a fair and inclusive historical record and collective memory. These decisions help shape our professional ethics, and sharing these experiences improves our ethical context. The Fall 2018 Meeting will give archivists and allied professionals an opportunity to discuss archival ethics in three areas: appraisal and acquisitions, description, and access.

The Fall 2018 Program Committee is seeking proposals for presentations that facilitate conversation about archival ethics. Presentations can take the form of case studies, stories, or lightning talks. We encourage creative approaches, and we will give priority to proposals that foster group conversation. Each presentation must be no more than ten minutes long, and proposals must indicate which of the three above thematic areas they relate to.

For complete description and submission form, visit the Fall 2018 Meeting page.

Call for Volunteers: Open Positions with NEA!

Michelle Chiles — Wed, 18 Apr 2018 14:13:41 GMT

Community Engagement Coordinator
The Community Engagement Coordinator works to increase public appreciation and understanding of archives by conceiving and developing outreach, engagement, and advocacy opportunities for the general public and specific groups (e.g., teachers, historians, related organizations). Contact Sarah Shoemaker (communications@newenglandarchivists.org).

Membership Committee Chair
The Membership Committee works to recruit new members to NEA; retain current members; support members by providing access to membership information, promoting benefits and events available from NEA, and administering benefits when appropriate; and engage members in ongoing support of the organization. Contact Ellen Doon (ellen.doon@yale.edu).

Newsletter Editors
The New England Archivists Newsletter is currently accepting applications for both the News/Notes Editor and Reviews Editor positions. The four editors of the quarterly Newsletter take turns serving as lead editor and assistant editor on issues, and all editors work to solicit feature articles and columns.

The Reviews Editor solicits books for reviews, solicits book review contributors, edits reviews, and submits them for publication (term starting January 2019). The News/Notes Editor solicits news updates from NEA members, New England repositories, NEA Roundtables, and creates the calendar of upcoming events that would be of interest to NEA members (term starting October 2018).

Applicants for newsletter editor must submit a resume and writing sample to Sean Parke and Claire Lobdell by May 15, 2018.

Use Guidebook at Spring 2018

Sun, 18 Mar 2018 17:36:25 GMT

The N.E.A/A.R.T. Spring 2018 Meeting Program Committee has put together a handy navigation aid to use while participating in “Rise Up,” from March 22-24, 2018.
Personalize your conference experience by downloading the free mobile app Guidebook, which can be used on iOS, Android, or the web. You can download this using Google Play or the App Store.

Once you have Guidebook installed on your phone, click on the magnifying glass and search ‘NEA/A.R.T.’ The guide ‘NEA/ A.R.T. Meeting Spring 2018’ will pop up. Select and download this guide. With this app you can make your own schedule, browse vendors and supporters, and get food and drink recommendations from your colleagues.

Alternatively, go to guidebook.com/g/neaartspr18 to obtain a link to the guide on your phone.

Resume Review Session (Saturday, March 24, 2018, 8am-9am)

Michelle Chiles — Mon, 05 Mar 2018 14:19:34 GMT

At this year’s NEA/ A.R.T. meeting, the NEA Membership Committee is sponsoring a resume review session for professionals at any stage of their career seeking guidance and feedback on their resume. If you are a seasoned professional, now is your chance to give back and help a fellow archivist advance in their career!

If you would like to review or be reviewed, please sign up here by Wednesday, March 14th. Please note which form you are signing (Reviewer/ Get Reviewed).

SEEKING REVIEW? Are you ready to take the next step in your career but need a little feedback? Are you dusting off the old CV after a few years in the same position? If you are interested in having your resume reviewed by an experienced colleague at the Spring Meeting, sign up here! Be sure to sign up on the sheet labeled “Sign up to have your resume reviewed”.

BE A REVIEWER! Now is your chance to give back and help out a fellow archivist looking to develop their career. We’ve all been there! The Membership Committee is seeking knowledgeable, generous volunteers to review resumes. Volunteers can sign up on the Google Sheet - make sure to sign up on the sheet labeled “Volunteer to review resumes”

Date: Saturday, March 24
Time: 8:00 am - 9:00 am
Place: Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale, Church room

Dinner with Archivists (Thursday, March 22, 2018)

Michelle Chiles — Mon, 05 Mar 2018 14:11:08 GMT

Sign-ups are now open for our dinner night on Thursday, March 22nd! Get to know someone new while enjoying delicious food. We are offering the opportunity for small groups of conference participants to get to know one another while visiting some of the best restaurants in the area. Reservations for up to 6 people will be made at 7 restaurants, or participants can stop by Café Nine for a slice of pizza sponsored by the Records Management Roundtable.

Participants will meet in the Omni Hotel, head to the restaurant as a group, and pay for their own meals. Sign up online at http://bit.ly/NEA-ART-Dining .

Mentoring Program Drop-in Session (Saturday, March 24, 2018, 8am-9am)

Michelle Chiles — Fri, 02 Mar 2018 17:39:59 GMT

For those who’ve signed up for this year’s NEA Mentoring Program, please stop by to introduce yourself and meet mentors and other participants. For those who haven’t signed up and are interested in learning more about the program for the next cycle, please stop by to chat with the program’s facilitators. All are welcome.

Date: Saturday, March 24
Time: 8:00 am - 9:00 am
Place: Omni New Haven Hotel at Yale, Wooster room

DEADLINE EXTENDED: applications for NEA professional development awards

Michelle Chiles — Wed, 21 Feb 2018 14:36:56 GMT

DEADLINE EXTENDED!

Now accepting applications through Wednesday February 28, 2018.

There's still time to apply for one of New England Archivists' three awards to help members in their professional development and activities:

Richard W. Hale, Jr. Professional Development Award
The Hale Award is given annually by NEA to promote the professional development of archivists in the region. Individual members of NEA are invited to apply for the award. For more information on the award and submitting an application, go to: newenglandarchivists.org/awards/hale

Richard L. Haas Records Management Award
The Haas Award is given annually by NEA in support of a project that promotes increased cooperation, understanding, and knowledge between the archival and records management professions. Applicants need not be a member of NEA to receive this award. For more information on the award and submitting an application, go to: newenglandarchivists.org/awards/haas

Audio/Visual Professional Development Award
The A/V Award is given annually by NEA to promote the professional development of members in the areas of moving image, recorded sound, and time-based media. Individual members of NEA are invited to apply for the award. For more information on the award and submitting an application, go to: newenglandarchivists.org/av_award

Applications for all three awards and supporting documentation must be submitted to the Representatives-at-large (RepAtLarge@newenglandarchivists.org) by Wednesday, February 28, 2018.

New England Archivists
Communications Committee

Join New England Archivists (NEA) and the Archivists Round Table of Metropolitan New York (A.R.T.) for a joint Spring 2018 Meeting

Michelle Chiles — Tue, 16 Jan 2018 20:34:40 GMT

Join New England Archivists (NEA) and the Archivists Round Table of Metropolitan New York (A.R.T.) for a joint Spring 2018 Meeting. At “Rise Up,” we will explore the personal, professional, and political implications of archival advocacy, particularly with regard to social justice efforts, community engagement, economic challenges, activist tactics, and career sustainability for individuals in the archival field.

In addition to our sessions, the schedule will include repository tours, a community work day, and the chance to meet up with colleagues from across New England and metropolitan New York.

Early-bird registration is now open, through February 12. Advanced registration rates will apply after February 12. Registration is also possible on-site.

Get the details and registration information here: newenglandarchivists.org/Spring-2018

NEA Election Results

Michelle Chiles — Mon, 08 Jan 2018 16:11:31 GMT

Members of New England Archivists voted in December for Vice President/President-Elect, Secretary, and one Representative-at-Large. The election results are in. Please join the 2017 Nominating Committee in congratulating the newest members of NEA's leadership:

Jamie Kingman Rice, VP/President Elect
Caitlin Birch, Secretary
Cristina Pochilo, Representative-at-Large

Thank you to all who voted in this year's election, and a big thank you to all of the candidates. We appreciate your willingness to run.

New England Archivists 2017 Nominating Committee
-- Jennifer King, Chair
-- Rosalie Gartner
-- Tom Hyry
-- Colin Lukens
-- Rachel Onuf

Call for Volunteers: Community Engagement Coordinator

Michelle Chiles — Thu, 21 Dec 2017 16:13:30 GMT

New England Archivists seeks a volunteer to serve as Community Engagement Coordinator, working to increase public appreciation and understanding of archives, as a member of the NEA Communications Committee. The Community Engagement Coordinator will conceive and develop outreach, engagement, and advocacy opportunities for the general public and specific groups (e.g., teachers, historians, related organizations). Read a full description of the responsibilities here.

Apply for an NEA professional development award

Michelle Chiles — Thu, 21 Dec 2017 16:07:32 GMT

Apply for one of New England Archivists' three awards to help members in their professional development and activities:

Richard W. Hale, Jr. Professional Development Award
The Hale Award is given annually by NEA to promote the professional development of archivists in the region. Individual members of NEA are invited to apply for the award.

Richard L. Haas Records Management Award
The Haas Award is given annually by NEA in support of a project that promotes increased cooperation, understanding, and knowledge between the archival and records management professions. Applicants need not be a member of NEA to receive this award.

Audio/Visual Professional Development Award
The A/V Award is given annually by NEA to promote the professional development of members in the areas of moving image, recorded sound, and time-based media. Individual members of NEA are invited to apply for the award.

Applications for all three awards and supporting documentation must be submitted to the Representatives-at-large (RepAtLarge@newenglandarchivists.org) by Thursday, February 15th, 2018.

Call for Volunteers: Inclusion and Diversity Committee

Wed, 13 Sep 2017 17:34:29 GMT

New England Archivists seeks volunteers to form the newly-established Inclusion and Diversity Committee, including a committee chair and three committee members. The Inclusion and Diversity Committee (IDC), with the Inclusion and Diversity Coordinator as chair, will lead NEA’s ongoing efforts to build and maintain an inclusive environment, where differences of opinion, beliefs, and values are sought, listened to, respected, and valued. Read a full description of the committee’s responsibilities here.

The initial committee will establish staggered terms: one member will serve one (1) year, one will serve two (2) years, and one will serve three (3) years. The Inclusion and Diversity Coordinator/chair of the committee will serve a three-year term. This is a critical moment in our organizational history to maintain and expand NEA’s commitment to inclusion, diversity, and engagement with social justice concerns both within our professional community and on the national (and world) stage. Whether you are a student, emerging, or seasoned member of New England's archival community, if you have a passion for social justice, this new committee provides a great opportunity to make a tangible difference in your chosen field.

Serving on an NEA committee is also a great way to contribute to our regional archival association, help make decisions that will drive our organization, network with other archivists in the community, and strengthen your professional skills.

If you are interested in joining this vital NEA committee, or know someone who would be a good candidate, please contact the current Inclusion and Diversity Coordinator, Anna Clutterbuck-Cook, at diversity@newenglandarchivists.org. Volunteers will be asked to provide a brief statement of interest and experience so that the board may consider their candidacy. Committee members must exhibit a strong commitment to inclusion and diversity, demonstrating knowledge of the issues and personal and/or workplace experience with social justice advocacy. First-time volunteers are encouraged to apply.

NEA 2017 Membership Survey is Here!

Mon, 11 Sep 2017 18:46:11 GMT

Dear New England Archivists members:

The field of archives is changing every day -- and this is your chance to help shape the evolving profession in the New England region. Participate in the NEA's annual Membership Survey to help us better serve you and our profession. We are interested in feedback from current members and/or members whose membership has lapsed. Your responses will be completely anonymous.

The survey, which takes about 15 minutes, includes questions about general membership, meetings and events, education/training, NEA roundtables, and how NEAcommunicates with members. At the end of the survey, current NEA members can enter to win our prize: a free year of membership in NEA!

The survey is open from now until Friday, Jan 6, 2017 at 11:59 pm. The NEA Membership Committee thanks you for your participation.

You can access it by logging into the member portal.

New England Archivists
Communications Committee

NEA 2017 Nominating Committee Call for Members

Mon, 14 Aug 2017 16:31:27 GMT

The New England Archivists 2017 Nominating Committee seeks members to run for three open Executive Board positions. Please consider nominating yourself or a colleague for one of these positions:
-- Vice President/President-Elect
-- Representative-at-Large
-- Secretary

Serving on the NEA Board is a great way to contribute to our regional archival association, help make decisions that will drive our institution, network with other archivists in the community, and strengthen your professional skills. The Board strives to be welcoming, fun, and effective, and we hope you will consider joining our team. Current Board initiatives are outlined in NEA’s Strategic Plan: https://newenglandarchivists.wildapricot.org/Strategic-Plan

We encourage members at any stage of their career to consider running. If you are interested in stepping into a regional leadership position or know someone who would be a good candidate, use the nomination form here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1PuERDZ2hFdkQi6IHuhokEN93Y9t2hZU3jehadxrm4MI/edit

Nominations are due by September 4.

All submissions are anonymous and confidential. More information on the responsibilities assigned to the Vice President/President-Elect Representative-at-Large, and Secretary can be found here: http://www.newenglandarchivists.org/board

Questions about the election and nominating process can be sent to the chair of the Nominating Committee.

Thank you for helping us continue to be a strong organization!

2017 Nominating Committee:
Jennifer King, Chair
Rosalie Gartner
Tom Hyry
Colin Lukens
Rachel Onuf

FINAL CALL: New England Archivists Fall 2017 Meeting Call for Proposals

Michelle Romero — Wed, 21 Jun 2017 12:45:44 GMT

NEA Fall 2017 Meeting: Infinite Conversations
Saturday, September 23, 2017, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Cambridge, MA

New England Archivists is currently seeking discussion topics and volunteer facilitators for the Fall 2017 Meeting, to be held on September 23, 2017, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm, at MIT in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The format of the meeting will be a series of concurrent facilitated discussions — a chance to talk with each other about the work we do and the work we would like to do. Connect, share ideas, discover opportunities, and learn from each other.

The Fall 2017 Program Committee welcomes your input and asks you to submit ideas and/or volunteer to facilitate discussions using our online form. The format of each discussion session will be determined by the facilitator(s) and the Program Committee. Creative and novel ideas for generating participation are encouraged.

The deadline to submit proposals for facilitated discussions is Friday, June 23.

Please submit your ideas and/or volunteer at https://goo.gl/forms/DamSpStwpirf09z12. Questions? Contact the Program Committee at nea-fall17@mit.edu.

NEA/A.R.T. Spring 2018 Meeting: Call for Proposals

Michelle Romero — Mon, 19 Jun 2017 20:21:12 GMT

New England Archivists (NEA) and the Archivists Round Table of Metropolitan New York (A.R.T.) invite submissions of session proposals for our joint Spring Meeting, to be held March 22 - 24, 2018, in New Haven, Connecticut. The deadline for proposals is September 10, 2017.

With the theme “Rise Up,” the Spring 2018 Meeting will focus on concepts of archival advocacy. How can archivists better demonstrate the cultural value and social urgency of their work? What kinds of advocacy can help amplify awareness and bolster support for archival repositories within established institutions? How can best practices evolve to include the stories, traditions, and record-keeping methods of people and communities who are traditionally underrepresented in archival spaces? Sessions, workshops, and plenary speakers will explore the personal, professional, and political implications of archival advocacy, particularly in regard to social justice efforts, economic challenges, activist tactics, and career sustainability for individuals within the archival field. First-time presenters, current graduate students, early-career professionals, and those doing archival work in community-centered contexts are all strongly encouraged to submit proposals.

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The Spring 2018 Program Committee invites proposals on all topics but is especially interested in sessions that:

Share successful tools archivists can use to bolster internal and external advocacy efforts within their institutions, among emerging communities, and to the general public, including strategies for elevating awareness about the value of archival work and special collections
Explore how intersectionality, allyship, and radical empathy can impact all aspects of archival work, particularly collection development, arrangement and description, and outreach
Discuss methods for personal advocacy that archivists can use to build a stronger sense of professional agency, develop and advance their ideas through clear communication, and foster more equitable, respectful, and supportive relationships with colleagues at every level
Incorporate participatory elements that engage attendees and provide actionable knowledge to empower individuals and institutions to adapt their practices to be more inclusive, effective, and transparent
Detail collaborative efforts among archivists, institutions, regional organizations, and communities, especially those striving to capture ephemeral forms of documentation
Present cross-disciplinary perspectives on archival work, particularly in relation to the development of community archives, political activism, skillshares between archivists and non-archivists, and guerrilla archivist work done in non-institutional contexts
Examine how the development, maintenance, and implementation of archival descriptive standards can affect concepts of professional neutrality, historical representation within the archive, and expanded access to materials
Facilitate conversations surrounding oppressive power structures and the ethics of authority with regard to the historical functions of archival institutions
Highlight work being done to address archival silences, especially regarding materials related to LGBTQIA, indigenous, and carceral communities and in the areas of social justice including racial, labor, disability, economic, reproductive health, and climate issues
Focus on the rich histories of people, movements, and organizations in the Connecticut and metropolitan New York City regions

Possible Session Types

Standard Presentations
Two or three speakers present on a common theme. May include a moderator to steer discussion and/or introduce speakers and theme.

Open Forum
Topical discussion with moderator leading discussion with everyone present. May include additional moderator(s) to direct breakout conversations.

Roundtable Discussion
Three or four participants make very brief remarks, then discuss a topic together. Includes a moderator to steer discussion.

PechaKucha
Each presentation consists of 20 slides or images displayed for 20 seconds each, with comment. Each presentation lasts 6 minutes and 40 seconds. Highest number of presenters possible is 12, fewer if leaving time for questions.

Lightning Talks
Like PechaKucha, but without a set format. May or may not include slides or images. Presentations may be from 3 to 10 minutes long. Number of presenters depends on time allotted for each.

Debate
Moderator announces the topic, and two other people debate.

Note: standard AV (a projector and screen) will be provided for each session.

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To facilitate collaboration, the Spring 2018 Program Committee has created a space for NEA and A.R.T members to develop session proposals together: http://tinyurl.com/NEASpring2018collab

Please use this space to connect with your colleagues about potential session topics and formats. This collaborative space will be accessible until the deadline for proposals, on September 10, 2017.

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To submit a proposal, complete the form below.
http://tinyurl.com/NEASpring2018SessionProposals

Please note that proposed sessions involving fewer than three presenters and/or covering overlapping topics may be grouped together.

NEA and A.R.T. are committed to making the Spring 2018 Meeting welcoming and accessible to all presenters and attendees. Presenters are also required to abide by the NEA Code of Conduct, which can be found here: https://www.newenglandarchivists.org/Code-of-Conduct

If you will need specific accommodations, such as interpretive services, to support your participation in this event, please contact the program chairs.

Meeting and travel scholarships are available through both NEA and A.R.T. for those in need. Details will be forthcoming on each organization’s website:
NEA members → http://newenglandarchivists.org/awards/scholarship
A.R.T. members → http://www.nycarchivists.org/

Questions? Please contact the Program Committee co-chairs, Rachel Chatalbash at rachel.chatalbash@yale.edu and Bonnie Marie Sauer at bsauer@lincolncenter.org.

Fall 2017 Meeting: Call for Proposals

Michelle Romero — Wed, 14 Jun 2017 19:10:04 GMT

NEA Fall 2017 Meeting: Infinite Conversations
Saturday, September 23, 2017, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Cambridge, MA

The deadline to submit proposals for facilitated discussions is Friday, June 23. First consideration will be given to proposals received before Friday, June 16. Please submit your ideas and/or volunteer at https://goo.gl/forms/DamSpStwpirf09z12. Questions? Contact the Program Committee at nea-fall17@mit.edu.

Please note: discussion facilitators will be required to register for the conference at the member rate and to fund their own travel.

NEA Spring 2017 Meeting starts tomorrow!

Michelle Romero — Wed, 22 Mar 2017 13:31:16 GMT

Tomorrow is the first day of the New England Archivists Spring 2017 Meeting in Hyannis, MA. Although online registration is now closed, walk-ins will be accepted throughout the meeting at the registration desk. Check out the lineup for Thursday, Friday, and Saturday on the NEA website, as well as travel information and tips about things to do on Cape Cod.

See you tomorrow for "Changing Tides" on Cape Cod!

SPACES STILL AVAILABLE: NEA Spring 2017 Day of Service and Tours

Michelle Romero — Tue, 21 Mar 2017 13:08:01 GMT

This Thursday, March 23^rd, is the start of the New England Archivists Spring 2017 Meeting in Hyannis, MA.

Planning to arrive early? There's still time to sign up for a tour or volunteer for the Day of Service event.

Join us on a behind-the-scenes tour, organized by the Spring 2017 Program Committee, at the Sturgis Library, the Barnes Historical Society, or Cape Cod Community College. Sign up using the NEA Day of Service/Tour online form. Please note: you do not have to volunteer for the Day of Service to sign up for a tour. Tours are open to all.

And you can still volunteer for one of the three projects offered for the NEA Day of Service at the Sturgis Library or the Barnes Historical Society. A worthwhile event, the Day of Service Community Volunteer Project gives participants an opportunity to expand their knowledge bases and professional networks as well as to actively support colleagues in preserving our shared history. Sign up using the NEA Day of Service/Tour online form.

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Attend the NEA Spring 2017 Meeting
"Changing Tides" | March 23-25, 2017
See the NEA website for schedules, rates, and travel information

Please note: online registration is now closed, but walk-ins will be accepted throughout the meeting at the registration desk.

See you this Thursday on the Cape!

Guidebook at the NEA Spring 2017 Meeting

Michelle Romero — Mon, 20 Mar 2017 13:09:31 GMT

The New England Archivists Spring 2017 Meeting Program Committee has put together a handy navigation aid you can use to plot your own course through Changing Tides during the meeting this week. The mobile app Guidebook can be used on iOS, Android, or the web. With this app you can make your own schedule, browse vendors and supporters, and get food and drink recommendations from your colleagues. Go to guidebook.com/g/neaspring2017 to download or start using the app today.

NEA Spring 2017 Meeting agendas

Michelle Romero — Fri, 17 Mar 2017 13:47:16 GMT

To all NEA members:

You are invited to attend the NEA Executive Board meeting Thursday, March 23rd from 1:00 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. at the Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis. You can access the meeting's agenda on the NEA website. The agenda for the NEA Business Meeting on Saturday, March 25th also at the Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis is available on the website.

Unable to attend in person? NEA is committed to making our board meetings open to all members. If you would like to request remote access to part or all of the meeting, please contact the Inclusion and Diversity Coordinator, Anna Clutterbuck-Cook (diversity@newenglandarchivists.org) and we will do what we can to accommodate your request. You can always access board meeting minutes on the NEA website.

FREE WORKSHOP: BYSTANDER INTERVENTION TRAINING
Thursday, March 23rd | 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. | Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis

After the Executive Board meeting on Thursday, all NEA Spring 2017 Meeting attendees and workshop participants are invited to attend a free bystander intervention training session with Independence House, Inc., Cape Cod’s leading resource, counseling and advocacy center to address and prevent domestic and sexual violence. In conjunction with the new Code of Conduct, this training session will help NEA create a culture of active engagement around issues of harassment, giving our membership the confidence to address situations in the moment – perhaps even before they get to the level of a formal complaint.

These skills are also transferable to your work environment and community beyond your professional life. In this political moment when people from marginalized groups are experiencing a rise in aggressive, hateful words and actions, equipping yourself to actively address such incidents before they escalate is a valuable act of solidarity

Anyone interested can RSVP online. For any questions, please contact Anna Clutterbuck-Cook, Inclusion and Diversity Coordinator at diversity@newenglandarchivists.org.

Next week at the NEA Spring 2017 Meeting

Michelle Romero — Wed, 15 Mar 2017 12:44:30 GMT

Next Thursday, March 23rd starts the beginning of the New England Archivists Spring 2017 Meeting. And there is still time to register for the meeting, workshops, tours, and Day of Service. Mix and match several activities over the three-day meeting and still have time to explore Cape Cod.

THURSDAY
Workshops
-- Funding for Archives Work
-- SAA Fundamentals of Project Management for Archivists

Tours (register online here)
   -- Sturgis Library
   -- Bourne Historical Society
   -- Nickerson Cape Cod History Archives

Day of Service (register online here)
-- Sturgis Library
-- Bourne Historical Society

NEA Board Meeting (open to all members)

FRIDAY
   -- Plenary talk with Michael Lesy
   -- Two blocks of concurrent sessions
   -- Join a Roundtable or find out more about the NEA Mentoring Program
   -- Network and socialize at the Friday night reception

SATURDAY
   -- Plenary talk with K.J. Rawson
   -- Three blocks of concurrent sessions
   -- NEA's business meeting and award ceremony (with lunch!)p>

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Attend the NEA Spring 2017 Meeting
"Changing Tides" | March 23-25, 2017
Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis
Register today
See the NEA website for schedules, rates, and travel information

See you next week on Cape Cod!

NEA Spring 2017 Meeting: Getting there

Michelle Romero — Thu, 09 Mar 2017 13:40:35 GMT

This year's New England Archivists Spring 2017 Meeting is in Hyannis, MA, from March 23-25, 2017. Since it will still be the off-season on the Cape, NEA will have the run of the Cape Cod Resort and Conference Center for our meeting.... And that means attendees will be able to enjoy many of the amenities the resort has to offer. We want everyone to be able to enjoy this meeting, but it is most easily accessible by car.

So if you are looking for a ride to the meeting, or if you are willing to share a spot in your car in exchange for fine company (and/or gas money), we've created an online, self-service carpooling sign-up sheet where you can connect with other members looking to share a ride. Use this sheet for getting to the meeting or getting to the Day of Service and tour locations.

Just enter your name and contact info, when and from where you're traveling, and whether you're a driver (with a car) or a rider. Then wait to be contacted by other carpoolers, or go ahead and contact others who list pick-up locations and dates in line with your travel plans.

Please note that attendees are entirely responsible for making their own rideshare arrangements, including meeting times, sharing the cost of gas, etc., and following through with their plans.

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Attend the NEA Spring 2017 Meeting
"Changing Tides" | March 23-25, 2017
Cape Cod Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis
See the NEA website for schedules, rates, and travel information.

See you on Cape Cod!

NEA Spring 2017 Meeting: tweet it! Bring the family!

Michelle Romero — Tue, 07 Mar 2017 14:03:24 GMT

Thursday, March 23rd, is the first day of the New England Archivists' Spring 2017 Meeting on Cape Cod. But you can start getting involved now. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter using the hashtag #NEAsp17 for posts about the meeting, plenary speakers, local activities, and more.

If you are bringing your family, there are lots of things to do around Hyannis even in the off-season (and remember: if you are staying at the Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis, you and your family get full access to the resort’s amenities). Check out our Pinterest Board for local things to do in and around Hyannis.

With only a few weeks left, now is the time to start getting excited for the Spring 2017 Meeting.

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Attend the NEA Spring 2017 Meeting
"Changing Tides" | March 23-25, 2017
Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis
Register today
See the NEA website for schedules, rates, and travel information

See you in Hyannis!

LAST DAYS: apply for one of the NEA professional awards

Michelle Romero — Mon, 27 Feb 2017 13:53:39 GMT

Tomorrow, Tuesday, February 28, 2017, is the last day to apply for one of the New England Archivists' three professional development awards. These awards are given to help members in their professional development and activities:

Richard W. Hale, Jr. Professional Development Award
The Hale Award is given annually by NEA to promote the professional development of archivists in the region. Individual members of NEA are invited to apply for the award. For more information on the award and submitting an application, go to: newenglandarchivists.org/awards/hale

Richard L. Haas Records Management Award
The Haas Award is given annually by NEA in support of a project that promotes increased cooperation, understanding, and knowledge between the archival and records management professions. Applicants need not be a member of NEA to receive this award. For more information on the award and submitting an application, go to: newenglandarchivists.org/awards/haas

Audio/Visual Professional Development Award
The A/V Award is given annually by NEA to promote the professional development of members in the areas of moving image, recorded sound, and time-based media. Individual members of NEA are invited to apply for the award. For more information on the award and submitting an application, go to: newenglandarchivists.org/av_award

Applications for all three awards and supporting documentation must be submitted to the Representatives-at-large (RepAtLarge@newenglandarchivists.org) by Tuesday, February 28, 2017.

While you're at the NEA Spring 2017 Meeting on Cape Cod

Michelle Romero — Fri, 24 Feb 2017 13:59:46 GMT

This year's New England Archivists Spring 2017 Meeting will be at the Cape Cod Resort and Conference Center in Hyannis, MA, March 23-25, 2017. Since it will still be the off-season on the Cape, NEA will have the run of the conference center for our meeting, and that means attendees will be able to enjoy many of the family-friendly amenities the resort has to offer.

But there are also a lot of things to do -- even in the off-season -- around Hyannis, and we have a few recommendations.

TOURS
The Spring 2017 Program Committee has organized behind-the-scene tours at a few local institutions. Sign up for a tour at the Sturgis Library, the Barnes Historical Society, or at Cape Cod Community College using the NEA Day of Service/Tour sign-up sheet. Please note: you do not have to volunteer for the Day of Service to sign up for a tour. Tours are open to all.

IN AND AROUND HYANNIS
Check the NEA Spring 2017 Meeting Pinterest board for many suggestions of tours, museums, restaurants, shopping, and kid-friendly activities. Here are some of the interesting and off-the-beaten-path things to do while on Cape Cod:
-- Cape Code Brewery
-- Hyannis Main Street
-- Cape Cod Potato Chips Factory
-- Sandwich Glass Museum
-- Kennedy Legacy Trail

GETTING TO HYANNIS
We want everyone to be able to enjoy this meeting, but it is most easily accessible by car. So if you are looking for a ride to the meeting, or if you are willing to share a spot in your car in exchange for fine company (and/or gas money), we've created an online, self-service carpooling sign-up sheet where you can connect with other members looking to share a ride. Just enter your name and contact info, when and from where you're traveling, and whether you're a driver (with a car) or a rider. Then wait to be contacted by other carpoolers, or go ahead and contact others who list pick-up locations and dates in line with your travel plans. Please note that attendees are entirely responsible for making their own rideshare arrangements, including meeting times, sharing the cost of gas, etc., and for following through with their plans.

For more ways of getting to the NEA Spring 2017 Meeting, see the NEA website.

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Attend the NEA Spring 2017 Meeting
"Changing Tides" | March 23-25, 2017
Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis*
Register today
See the NEA website for schedules, rates, and travel information

*PLEASE NOTE: There are still rooms available at the Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis, but the original NEA block is almost full. When making reservations, it is advisable to call the hotel directly (866-828-9111 or 508-775-7775) and ask for a room for the NEA Spring 2017 Meeting. They will honor our rate for any room reserved during the meeting.

See you on Cape Cod!

Call for NEA Committee Members

Michelle Romero — Thu, 23 Feb 2017 14:28:10 GMT

New England Archivists is looking for committee members for two of our upcoming meetings. If you are interested in volunteering for either committee, please contact the chairs by March 6, 2017.

Fall 2017 Meeting, Cambridge, MA
NEA seeks two volunteers for the Fall 2017 Meeting Program Committee. The half-day symposium will take place at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology in the fall of 2017. If you are interested in serving on this committee, please send a brief statement of interest to Elizabeth Andrews, Co-Chair, at landrews@mit.edu by March 6th. On behalf of committee members Myles Crowley, Chris Tanguay, Emily Gonzalez, and Nora Murphy.

Spring 2018 Meeting, New Haven, CT
NEA is looking for five volunteers to help plan our upcoming meeting in New Haven, CT, which will be co-sponsored by the Archivists Round Table of Metropolitan New York, Inc. In partnership with our NYC colleagues, there will be opportunities to plan sessions, select plenary speakers, and assist with local arrangements and associated events. The joint Program Committee will kick off its work with an in-person planning meeting on April 7th in New Haven. If you are interested in serving on this Committee, please send a brief statement of interest to Rachel Chatalbash (rachel.chatalbash@yale.edu), Co-Chair, by March 6th.

2017 NEA Day of Service sign-up

Michelle Romero — Wed, 22 Feb 2017 14:17:52 GMT

The Day of Service is a New England Archivists community volunteer project that is part of the annual Spring Meeting program. This year's event on Thursday, March 23rd, will offer volunteers a variety of experiences at two possible sites. Participating in NEA's Day of Service is a great way to enhance your skills, or learn new ones, and join with colleagues and new friends to serve the profession.

Sign up to volunteer at either the Sturgis Library or at the Bourne Historical Society using the 2017 Day of Service Volunteer Form. Shifts are first come, first serve, and space is limited so sign up early to guarantee a spot*. Sign ups will close Wednesday, March 22nd, OR as soon as all spots are filled. Once someone signs-up for a shift, the project organizers will email potential volunteers to confirm participation and share further logistical details. *You do not have to attend the Spring 2016 Meeting in order to participate in the NEA Day of Service event.

ABOUT THE PROJECTS

Sturgis Library:
Project #1: Gravestones preservation work
Volunteers will encapsulate gravestone rubbings, a project for which prior experience is strongly requested. Mylar and double stick tape are provided; these supplies are partially funded by the Cape Cod Antique Dealers’ Association.

Project #2: Stanley Smith Deed Collection online database
Volunteers will contribute to the Stanley Smith Deed Collection online database, a work-in-progress in collaboration with the Boston Public Library. Amassed by local historian Stanley Webster Smith (1869-1941), this extensive collection includes deeds for land, property, wharfs, salt works, and church pews. Volunteers will work from digital images and fill out forms with keywords and other information (to be entered into the database by a staff member). Volunteers are encouraged to bring their own laptops if they have them.

Bourne Historical Society:
Project: Town Undertaker Edward D. Nickerson diary transcription
The Bourne Historical Society recently received three diaries, dating from 1898-1930, with photographs and handwritten descriptions of Bourne from the town undertaker Edward D. Nickerson (at that time the only undertaker on Cape Cod). Volunteers will transcribe one volume (111 pages, covering 1902-1921) from photocopies and are encouraged to bring their own laptops, as computers at the historical society are limited (transcriptions may also be handwritten initially). Volunteers’ ideas or suggestions for an upcoming exhibit, tentatively titled “Edward D. Nickerson, A Bourne Original: Undertaker, Environmentalist, Storyteller,” will also be welcome.

Bring your expertise and enthusiasm and help make a difference at one of these cultural heritage institutions on the Cape!

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Attend the NEA Spring 2017 Meeting
"Changing Tides" | March 23-25, 2017
Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis*
Register today!
See the NEA website for schedules, rates, and travel information

*PLEASE NOTE: There are still rooms available at the The Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis, but the original NEA block is almost full. When making reservations, it is advisable to call the hotel directly (866-828-9111 or 508-775-7775) and ask for a room for the NEA Spring 2017 Meeting. They will honor our rate for any room reserved during the meeting.

NEA Call for Volunteers

Michelle Romero — Tue, 21 Feb 2017 14:42:57 GMT

Donating your time and energy to New England Archivists delivers a multitude of benefits:
-- networking with fellow colleagues
-- learning new skills
-- helping to strengthen and reconnect with local archival communities

Volunteering with NEA is a rewarding and fun collective experience. Currently we have four open positions with varying levels of responsibilities.

Are you interested in:
Communications Committee: Web Content Manager (position pending)

Education Committee: Chair (JUST POSTED)
In conjunction with Education Committee members (workshop planners), the Chair coordinates annual Spring Meeting workshops and standalone workshops to provide professional development opportunities for members of the archival community. In addition, the Education Chair evaluates and approves workshop proposals and contracts and liaises with institutions, NEA program chairs, NEA registrar, NEA Board, and other NEA committees.

This position provides an opportunity for someone with an interest in professional development to get involved with NEA and further develop NEA's educational opportunities.

Inclusion and Diversity Coordinator

Registrar

See the individual job postings on the NEA website for more details and who to contact about volunteering. We look forward to working with you!

DEADLINE EXTENDED: applications for NEA professional development awards

Michelle Romero — Fri, 17 Feb 2017 18:18:58 GMT

DEADLINE EXTENDED!

Now accepting applications through Tuesday, February 28, 2017.

There's still time to apply for one of New England Archivists' three awards to help members in their professional development and activities:

Richard W. Hale, Jr. Professional Development Award
The Hale Award is given annually by NEA to promote the professional development of archivists in the region. Individual members of NEA are invited to apply for the award. For more information on the award and submitting an application, go to: newenglandarchivists.org/awards/hale

Richard L. Haas Records Management Award
The Haas Award is given annually by NEA in support of a project that promotes increased cooperation, understanding, and knowledge between the archival and records management professions. Applicants need not be a member of NEA to receive this award. For more information on the award and submitting an application, go to: newenglandarchivists.org/awards/haas

Audio/Visual Professional Development Award
The A/V Award is given annually by NEA to promote the professional development of members in the areas of moving image, recorded sound, and time-based media. Individual members of NEA are invited to apply for the award. For more information on the award and submitting an application, go to: newenglandarchivists.org/av_award

Applications for all three awards and supporting documentation must be submitted to the Representatives-at-large (RepAtLarge@newenglandarchivists.org) by Tuesday, February 28, 2017.

Last Days: Early-Bird Deadline for NEA Spring 2017 Meeting

Michelle Romero — Fri, 17 Feb 2017 14:56:32 GMT

Sunday, February 19th, will be the last day to register for the New England Archivists' Spring 2017 Meeting, the two spring workshops, and the Born-Digital Boot Camp at the early-bird rate. Starting February 20th -- all rates will increase. So register today for:

THE SPRING WORKSHOPS

1. WRITE BETTER GRANTS: Funding for Archives Work: Preparing Competitive NHPRC Grant Proposals
What can you do to find funding for your repository? To create more access to collections? To better serve your researchers? To preserve historical documents? Grants. Anyone who has an idea for a project to better serve their collections should consider registering for Funding for Archives Work.

Kathleen Williams, Executive Director of the National Historical Publication & Records Commission, will provide expert tips and tricks on applying for a grant from the NHPRC, specifically the Access to Historical Records grant program. Through review of sample projects and the opportunity to begin your own grant application package, this NEA workshop will provide you with the skills to put together competitive grant proposals for archives and records management projects.

2. LEAD BY EXAMPLE: The Fundamentals of Project Management for Archivists (SAA)
The greatest assets in leading teams and managing archival projects are knowing how to navigate the tools, techniques, and relationships. Anyone who has ever worked on a team should consider registering for Fundamentals of Project Management for Archivists. Part of the SAA Arrangement & Description Certificate Program, this workshop will give you an understanding of the project life cycle, from initiation to completion, including addressing which tools and techniques are best, exploring how to evaluate outcomes and disseminate project information, and demonstrating methods for achieving success. Bonus: SAA will provide a $25 discount off the non-member rate for NEA members. Log on to the NEA website to view the promotional code on the member portal.

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THE BORN-DIGITAL BOOTCAMP: A COLLABORATIVE LEARNING FORUM
The Born-Digital Access Bootcamp will focus on building strategies to provide access to born-digital material. Many practitioners in archives and libraries feel that they are not prepared to provide access to born-digital records, but providing access is an important advocacy tool for developing digital processing and preservation programs. For the administrator, access is a visible service to communities as well as a proof of concept for developing policies, setting priorities, and allocating resources to digital processing and preservation. For the archivist, this step helps inform and build stronger workflows for acquiring, accessioning, and processing this material.

This full day event will be heavily participatory, making it more an active experience than a traditional learning environment. Participants will leap from acquisitions to access as quickly as they can. It isn't so much about experts teaching a course, as this is a developing area of archival activity. Instead, the Born-Digital Bootcamp will be about leaders pushing action and creating a space where we can all learn how to move forward together.

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Please note: Both workshops and the bootcamp will be held at The Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis on Thursday, March 23rd from 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. For more information on these workshops, visit the NEA Spring 2017 Meeting website. Questions? Contact NEA Education Committee Chair Stephanie Call (stephanie.call@ajhsboston.org).

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Attend the NEA Spring 2017 Meeting
"Changing Tides" | March 23-25, 2017
Cape Cod Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis
Early-bird registration is open through February 19th.
See the NEA website for schedules, rates, and travel information.

See you in Hyannis!

NEA statement opposes discriminatory actions

Michelle Romero — Thu, 16 Feb 2017 18:54:16 GMT

On February 13, 2017, New England Archivists issued an official statement opposing political actions that discriminate against individuals and calling for a more transparent government and documentation of all government activities, regardless of political party. NEA stands ready to work with others to ensure that federal policies and funding recognize and support archives as an essential element of an enduring democracy.

To read the full statement, see the NEA website.

Sign up for the 2017 NEA Day of Service event

Michelle Romero — Thu, 16 Feb 2017 14:52:53 GMT

Sign up to volunteer at either the Sturgis Library or at the Bourne Historical Society using the 2017 Day of Service Volunteer Form. Shifts are first come, first serve, and space is limited so sign up early to guarantee a spot*. Sign ups will close Wednesday, March 22nd, OR as soon as all spots are filled. Once someone signs-up for a shift, the project organizers will email potential volunteers to confirm participation and share further logistical details.

*You do not have to attend the Spring 2016 Meeting in order to participate in the NEA Day of Service event.

ABOUT THE PROJECTS
Sturgis Library:
Project #1: Gravestones and Deeds preservation work
This project will have volunteers encapsulating gravestone rubbings, a project for which prior experience is strongly requested. Mylar and double stick tape are provided; these supplies are partially funded by the Cape Cod Antique Dealers’ Association.

Project #2: Stanley Smith Deed Collection online database
For this project volunteers will contribute to the Stanley Smith Deed Collection online database, a work-in-progress in collaboration with the Boston Public Library. Amassed by local historian Stanley Webster Smith (1869-1941), this extensive collection includes deeds for land, property, wharfs, salt works, and church pews. Volunteers will work from digital images and fill out forms with keywords and other information (to be entered into the database by a staff member). Volunteers are encouraged to bring their own laptops if they have them.

Bourne Historical Society:
Project: Town Undertaker Edward D. Nickerson diary transcription
The Bourne Historical Society recently received three diaries, dating from 1898-1930, with photographs and handwritten descriptions of Bourne from the town undertaker Edward D. Nickerson (at that time the only undertaker on Cape Cod). Volunteers will transcribe one volume (111 pages, covering 1902-1921) from photocopies and are encouraged to bring their own laptops, as computers at the historical society are limited (transcriptions may also be handwritten initially). Volunteers’ ideas or suggestions for an upcoming exhibit, tentatively titled “Edward D. Nickerson, A Bourne Original: Undertaker, Environmentalist, Storyteller,” will also be welcome.

Bring your expertise and enthusiasm and help make a difference at one of these cultural heritage institutions on the Cape!

********
Attend the NEA Spring 2017 Meeting
"Changing Tides" | March 23-25, 2017
Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis*
Early-bird registration is open through Sunday, February 19th.
See the NEA website for schedules, rates, and travel information

*PLEASE NOTE: There are still rooms available at the The Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis, but the original NEA block is almost full. When making reservations, it is advisable to call the hotel directly (866-828-9111 or 508-775-7775) and ask for a room for the NEA Spring 2017 Meeting. They will honor our rate for any room reserved during the meeting.

LAST DAY: NEA program/award applications are due today

Michelle Romero — Wed, 15 Feb 2017 14:43:42 GMT

TODAY, Wednesday, February 15th is the deadline to apply for a New England Archivist Professional Development award, nominate colleagues for the Archival Advocacy Award or Distinguished Service Award or take advantage of the NEA Mentoring program.

-- Professional Development Awards
Apply for one of New England Archivists' three awards to help members in their professional development and activities: Hale Professional Development Award, Haas Records Management Award, and the A/V Professional Development Award. Applications for all three awards and supporting documentation should be submitted to the NEA Representatives-at-large (RepAtLarge@newenglandarchivists.org).

-- Nominations for Service Awards
Nominate the outstanding work of your colleagues. New England Archivists is seeking nominations for the Archival Advocacy Award and the Distinguished Service Award. See the NEA website for criteria for eligibility and more details. Nominations for both awards can be made using this nomination form.

-- Mentoring Program
Apply to take part in the relaunch of the New England Archivists Mentoring Program. This year-long program will begin in March 2017. Applications and more information are available on the NEA website.

MORE UPCOMING DEADLINES:

Sunday, February 19: Spring 2017 Meeting: early-bird deadline
Attend the NEA Spring 2017 Meeting "Changing Tides" | March 23-25, 2017 | Cape Cod Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis, Massachusetts. See the NEA website for the full schedule, rates, and travel information*.

Sunday, February 19: Spring 2017 Workshops: early-bird deadline
New England Archivists is offering two workshops at the Spring 2017 Meeting in Hyannis, MA, which will give archivists in our region a leg-up on project management and grant funding. Sign up for the SAA workshop, The Fundamentals of Project Management for Archivists or the Funding for Archives Work workshop on applying for a grant from the NHPRC, specifically the Access to Historical Records grant program.

*PLEASE NOTE: There are still rooms available at the The Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis, but the original NEA block is almost full. When making reservations, it is advisable to call the hotel directly (866-828-9111 or 508-775-7775) and ask for a room for the NEA Spring 2017 Meeting. They will honor our rate for any room reserved during the meeting.

FINAL DAYS: Apply to the NEA Mentoring Program

Michelle Romero — Tue, 14 Feb 2017 13:54:03 GMT

Applications to participate in the New England Archivists Mentoring Program will be accepted through Wednesday, February 15, 2017. This year-long program will begin in March 2017. Applications and more information are available on the NEA website.

WHY PARTICIPATE?
The program is structured in several Mentoring Circles, small groups that consist of four to six mentees and two mentors. Diverging from the traditional one-on-one mentoring model, the NEA Mentoring Program aims to:
-- Encourage the exchange of experiences, challenges, and opportunities to facilitate goal-setting for career and personal development
-- Build competence and character to reach those goals
-- Foster self-confidence, communication skills, and collective growth

Mentors and mentees are matched to a circle depending on their interests, goals, and availability. The application process includes an initial survey to determine everyone’s interests and support the initial matching. All participants should be current NEA members able to commit to a full cycle of the program (seven to nine months).

HOW TO PARTICIPATE
Please visit the NEA Mentoring page on the NEA website to learn more about the program and to apply to join. Applications will be accepted through Wednesday, February 15, 2017, and applicants will receive further information by March 8, 2017. If you have any questions about the program, please contact NEA Membership Committee Co-Chairs Pam Hopkins (psmhopkins@gmail.com) and Heather Mumford (heather_mumford@hms.harvard.edu).

NEA Spring 2017 Meeting detailed schedule now online!

Michelle Romero — Mon, 13 Feb 2017 16:49:13 GMT

This is the last week to catch the early-bird rate for the New England Archivists Spring 2017 Meeting. And now you can see all of the events, speakers, and sessions going on over the three-day meeting on the NEA website.

SCHEDULE
Take a moment to look through the updated Schedule-at-a-Glance to learn more about:
-- Day of Service projects*
-- Workshops
-- plenary speakers Michael Lesy (Friday) and K.J. Rawson (Saturday)
-- Two full days of thought-provoking sessions.

*Details on how to sign-up for the Day of Service projects will be announced this week.

TRAVEL
The Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis is best accessed by car. If you are looking for a ride to the meeting, or if you are willing to share a spot in your car in exchange for fine company (and/or gas money), we've created an online, self-service carpooling sign-up sheet where you can connect with other members looking to share a ride. Just enter your name and contact info, when and from where you're traveling, and whether you're a driver (with a car) or a rider. Then wait to be contacted by other carpoolers, or go ahead and contact others who list pick-up locations and dates in line with your travel plans.

Please note that attendees are entirely responsible for making their own rideshare arrangements, including meeting times, sharing the cost of gas, etc., and following through with their plans.

ATTEND
NEA Spring 2017 Meeting
"Changing Tides" | March 23-25, 2017
Cape Cod Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis
Early-bird registration is open through February 19th.
See the NEA website for schedules, rates, and travel information.

See you in Hyannis!

NEA upcoming event and program deadlines

Michelle Romero — Fri, 10 Feb 2017 15:05:11 GMT

Volunteers at New England Archivists are in the middle of organizing a lot of events and programs all to benefit our members. We hope you'll be able to take advantage of as many of these opportunities as possible. Next week there are some significant deadlines to note:

Wednesday, February 15: Mentoring Program applications due
Apply to take part in the relaunch of the New England Archivists Mentoring Program. This year-long program will begin in March 2017. Applications and more information are available on the NEA website.

Wednesday, February 15: Professional development award applications due
Apply for one of New England Archivists' three awards to help members in their professional development and activities: Richard W. Hale, Jr. Professional Development Award, Richard L. Haas Records Management Award, Audio/Visual Professional Development Award. Applications for all three awards and supporting documentation should be submitted to the NEA Representatives-at-large (RepAtLarge@newenglandarchivists.org).

Wednesday, February 15: Nomination applications due
Nominate the outstanding work of your colleagues. New England Archivists is seeking nominations for the Archival Advocacy Award and the Distinguished Service Award. See the NEA website for criteria for eligibility and more details. Nominations for both awards can be made using this nomination form.

Sunday, February 19: Spring 2017 Meeting: early-bird deadline
Attend the NEA Spring 2017 Meeting "Changing Tides" | March 23-25, 2017 | Cape Cod Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis, Massachusetts. See the NEA website for schedules (updated online schedule coming soon!), rates, and travel information. See you on Cape Cod!

Sunday, February 19: Spring 2017 Workshops: early-bird deadline
New England Archivists is offering two workshops at the Spring 2017 Meeting in Hyannis, MA, which will give archivists in our region a leg-up on project management and grant funding. Sign up for the SAA workshop, The Fundamentals of Project Management for Archivists or the Funding for Archives Work workshop on applying for a grant from the NHPRC, specifically the Access to Historical Records grant program.

Nominate your colleagues for a NEA award

Michelle Romero — Thu, 09 Feb 2017 14:17:45 GMT

The 2017 New England Archivists Archival Advocacy and Distinguished Service Awards Committee seeks nominations for the following:

DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD
If you know a colleague who has been a leader in promoting and furthering the objectives of NEA, consider nominating them for a Distinguished Service Award. See the NEA website for criteria for eligibility and more details.

Nominations for both awards can be made using this nomination form. Nominations must be submitted by next Wednesday, February 15, 2017. If you have questions or comments, please email Colin Lukens, NEA Immediate-Past President: colin_lukens@harvard.edu.

NEA's Spring Workshops

Michelle Romero — Wed, 08 Feb 2017 14:49:35 GMT

New England Archivists is offering two workshops at the Spring 2017 Meeting in Hyannis, MA, which will give archivists in our region a leg-up on project management and grant funding.

LEAD BY EXAMPLE: The Fundamentals of Project Management for Archivists
The greatest assets in leading teams and managing archival projects are knowing how to navigate the tools, techniques, and relationships. Anyone who has ever worked on a team should consider registering for Fundamentals of Project Management for Archivists.

Part of the SAA Arrangement & Description Certificate Program, this workshop will give you an understanding of the project life cycle, from initiation to completion, including addressing which tools and techniques are best, exploring how to evaluate outcomes and disseminate project information, and demonstrating methods for achieving success.

Bonus: SAA will provide a $25 discount off the non-member rate for NEA members. Log on to the NEA website to view the promotional code on the member portal.

FIND MORE MONEY: Funding for Archives Work
What can you do to find funding for your repository? To create more access to collections? To better serve your researchers? To preserve historical documents? Grants. Anyone who has an idea for a project to better serve their collections should consider registering for Funding for Archives Work.

Kathleen Williams, Director of the National Historical Publication & Records Commission Description, will provide expert tips and tricks on applying for a grant from the NHPRC, specifically the Access to Historical Records grant program. Through review of sample projects and the opportunity to begin your own grant application package, this NEA workshop will provide you with the skills to put together competitive grant proposals for archives and records management projects.

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Please note: Both workshops will be held at The Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis on Thursday, March 23rd from 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. For more information on these workshops, visit the NEA Spring 2017 Meeting website. Questions? Contact NEA Education Committee Chair Stephanie Call (stephanie.call@ajhsboston.org).

Attend the NEA Spring 2017 Meeting
"Changing Tides" | March 23-25, 2017
Cape Cod Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis
Early-bird registration is open through February 19th.
See the NEA website for schedules, rates, and travel information.

See you in Hyannis!

NEA professional development opportunities

Michelle Romero — Tue, 07 Feb 2017 13:58:14 GMT

Apply for one of New England Archivists' three awards to help members in their professional development and activities:

Richard W. Hale, Jr. Professional Development Award
The Hale Award is given annually by NEA to promote the professional development of archivists in the region. Individual members of NEA are invited to apply for the award. For more information on the award and submitting an application, go to: newenglandarchivists.org/awards/hale

Richard L. Haas Records Management Award
The Haas Award is given annually by NEA in support of a project that promotes increased cooperation, understanding, and knowledge between the archival and records management professions. Applicants need not be a member of NEA to receive this award. For more information on the award and submitting an application, go to: newenglandarchivists.org/awards/haas

Audio/Visual Professional Development Award
The A/V Award is given annually by NEA to promote the professional development of members in the areas of moving image, recorded sound, and time-based media. Individual members of NEA are invited to apply for the award. For more information on the award and submitting an application, go to: newenglandarchivists.org/av_award

Applications for all three awards and supporting documentation must be submitted to the Representatives-at-large (RepAtLarge@newenglandarchivists.org) by Wednesday, February 15, 2017.

Getting to Cape Cod for the NEA Spring 2017 Meeting

Michelle Romero — Mon, 06 Feb 2017 16:07:22 GMT

This year's New England Archivists Spring 2017 Meeting will be in Hyannis, MA, from March 23-25, 2017. Since it will still be the off-season on the Cape, NEA will have the run of the Cape Cod Resort and Conference Center for our meeting.... And that means attendees will be able to enjoy many of the amenities the resort has to offer. We want everyone to be able to enjoy this meeting, but it is most easily accessible by car.

So if you are looking for a ride to the meeting, or if you are willing to share a spot in your car in exchange for fine company (and/or gas money), we've created an online, self-service carpooling sign-up sheet where you can connect with other members looking to share a ride. Just enter your name and contact info, when and from where you're traveling, and whether you're a driver (with a car) or a rider. Then wait to be contacted by other carpoolers, or go ahead and contact others who list pick-up locations and dates in line with your travel plans.

Please note that attendees are entirely responsible for making their own rideshare arrangements, including meeting times, sharing the cost of gas, etc., and following through with their plans.

*******
Attend the NEA Spring 2017 Meeting
"Changing Tides" | March 23-25, 2017
Cape Cod Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis
Hyannis, Massachusetts
Early-bird registration is open through February 19th.
See the NEA website for schedules, rates, and travel information.

See you on Cape Cod!

NEA Day of Service 2017

Michelle Romero — Fri, 03 Feb 2017 14:28:22 GMT

This year the New England Archivists' Day of Service will offer volunteers a variety of experiences at two possible sites. Participating in NEA's Day of Service is a great way to enhance your skills, or learn new ones, and join with colleagues and new friends to serve the profession. Look to further announcements about how to sign up for one of the three Day of Service projects on Thursday, March 23rd.

Sturgis Library:
Project #1: Gravestones and Deeds preservation work
The first at the Sturgis Library will have volunteers encapsulating gravestone rubbings, a project for which prior experience is strongly requested. Mylar and double stick tape are provided; these supplies are partially funded by the Cape Cod Antique Dealers’ Association.

Project #2: Stanley Smith Deed Collection online database
For the second project, volunteers will contribute to the Stanley Smith Deed Collection online database, a work-in-progress in collaboration with the Boston Public Library. Amassed by local historian Stanley Webster Smith (1869-1941), this extensive collection includes deeds for land, property, wharfs, salt works, and church pews. Volunteers will work from digital images and fill out forms with keywords and other information (to be entered into the database by a staff member). Volunteers are encouraged to bring their own laptops if they have them.

Bourne Historical Society:
Project: Town Undertaker Edward D. Nickerson diary transcription
The Bourne Historical Society recently received three diaries that are the basis for this volunteer project. The diaries, dating from 1898-1930 and containing photographs and handwritten descriptions of Bourne, are those of town undertaker Edward D. Nickerson, who in the early 1900s was the only undertaker on Cape Cod. Volunteers will transcribe one volume (111 pages, covering 1902-1921) from photocopies of its pages and are encouraged to bring their own laptops, as computers at the historical society are limited (transcriptions may also be handwritten initially). Volunteers’ ideas or suggestions for an upcoming exhibit, tentatively titled “Edward D. Nickerson, A Bourne Original: Undertaker, Environmentalist, Storyteller,” will also be welcome.

Bring your expertise and enthusiasm and help make a difference at one of these cultural heritage institutions on the Cape! (Please note: You do not have to attend the Spring 2017 Meeting in order to participate in this event).

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Attend the NEA Spring 2017 Meeting
"Changing Tides"
March 23-25, 2017
Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis
Hyannis, Massachusetts
Early-bird registration is open through February 19th.
See the NEA website for schedules, rates, and travel information

See you in Hyannis!

Nominate your colleagues for a NEA award

Michelle Romero — Thu, 02 Feb 2017 14:14:31 GMT

The 2017 New England Archivists Archival Advocacy and Distinguished Service Awards Committee seeks nominations for the following:

ARCHIVAL ADVOCACY AWARD
If you know a colleague outside the field of archives who has dedicated themselves to helping archivists and archives in New England, consider nominating them for an Archival Advocacy Award. See the NEA website for criteria for eligibility and more details.

DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD
If you know a colleague who has been a leader in promoting and furthering the objectives of NEA, consider nominating them for a Distinguished Service Award. See the NEA website for criteria for eligibility and more details.

Nominations for both awards can be made using this nomination form. Nominations must be submitted by February 15, 2017. If you have questions or comments, please email Colin Lukens, NEA Immediate-Past President: colin_lukens@harvard.edu.

Registration is open for the NEA Spring 2017 Meeting Workshops

Michelle Romero — Wed, 01 Feb 2017 14:20:57 GMT

Register now for New England Archivists pre-conference workshops, being held in Hyannis, MA, on Thursday, March 23, 2017.

Workshops are a great way to learn new skills and network with colleagues. This spring, we have two workshops to choose from:

Fundamentals of Project Management for Archivists (SAA Arrangement & Description Certificate Program)
You’re involved in a variety of projects every day, from small tasks such as developing a new procedures manual to large endeavors such as digitizing a collection. But because project management methodologies are not necessarily incorporated into formal education or archival training programs, you’ll want to take advantage of this course to acquire the essential knowledge and tools necessary for managing successful projects.

SAA will provide a $25 discount off the non-member rate for NEA members. Log on to the NEA website to view the promotional code on the member portal.

Funding for Archives Work
This grants workshop will provide a detailed look at the competitive archival grant programs at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA), which are made through the National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC), with a particular focus on the Access to Historical Records grant program. Executive Director Kathleen Williams will walk you through the grant application process—the components of a good project summary, narrative, budget, and supplemental materials— as well as discuss the review process, the response phase, and Commission recommendations. You will have the opportunity to read and comment on two sample applications as part of the peer review process and come away with tips on what makes a successful application.

All workshops will be held at The Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis on March 23, 2017, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

For more information on these workshops, visit the NEA Spring 2017 Meeting website.

Questions? Contact NEA Education Committee Chair Stephanie Call (stephanie.call@ajhsboston.org)

For more information about the New England Archivists Spring 2017 Meeting, March 23 – March 25, visit the NEA website.

See you in Hyannis!

Apply to the NEA Mentoring Program

Michelle Romero — Tue, 31 Jan 2017 15:24:55 GMT

Apply to take part in the relaunch of the New England Archivists Mentoring Program. This year-long program will begin in March 2017. Applications and more information are available on the NEA website.

WHY PARTICIPATE?
The program is structured in several Mentoring Circles, small groups that consist of four to six mentees and two mentors. Diverging from the traditional one-on-one mentoring model, the NEA Mentoring Program aims to:
-- Encourage the exchange of experiences, challenges, and opportunities to facilitate goal-setting for career and personal development
-- Build competence and character to reach those goals
-- Foster self-confidence, communication skills, and collective growth

Mentors and mentees are matched to a circle depending on their interests, goals, and availability. The application process includes an initial survey to determine everyone’s interests and support the initial matching. All participants should be current NEA members able to commit to a full cycle of the program (seven to nine months).

HOW TO PARTICIPATE
Please visit the NEA Mentoring page on the NEA website to learn more about the program and to apply to join. Applications will be accepted through February 15, 2017, and applicants will receive further information by March 8, 2017.

Help us promote the event by printing and posting the flyer in your staff kitchen or break room. If you have any questions about the program, please contact NEA Membership Committee Co-Chairs Pam Hopkins (psmhopkins@gmail.com) and Heather Mumford (heather_mumford@hms.harvard.edu).

Apply for an NEA professional development award

Michelle Romero — Mon, 30 Jan 2017 14:32:12 GMT

Register for the NEA Spring 2017 Meeting

Michelle Romero — Fri, 27 Jan 2017 15:59:18 GMT

Now that the schedule-at-a-glance for the New England Archivists Spring 2017 Meeting, "Changing Tides" is online*, take a moment to read through all the thought-provoking and informative sessions on Friday and Saturday that will be offered. Plus we are planning:

-- two full-day workshops (Funding for Archives Work and the SAA Workshop on the Fundamentals of Project Management)
-- NEA’s first Born-Digital Boot Camp
-- a Day of Service at the Bourne Historical Society and the Sturgis Library in Barnstable
-- plenary talks by Michael Lesy and K.J. Rawson

Look for upcoming emails on plenary talks, how to register for the Day of Service, rideshare information, more about the Born-Digital Boot Camp, and individual sessions.

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NEA Spring 2017 Meeting
March 23-25, 2017
Hyannis, Cape Cod, MA

Reserve your hotel room today:
The Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis | capecodresortandconferencecenter.com
Call to take advantage of the NEA room rate of $115/night: 866-828-9111 or 508-775-7775

Come explore all that Cape Cod has to offer, even in the off-season. Sign up for a tour of a local institution, and spend your down time in downtown Hyannis where you’ll find countless restaurants, bars, and shops. Be part of things on Cape Cod.

See you on the Cape!

*the Spring 2017 Meeting schedule is subject to change

Join us at the NEA Executive Board Meeting this Friday

Michelle Romero — Tue, 24 Jan 2017 15:25:32 GMT

NEA EXECUTIVE BOARD MEETING
Friday, January 27, 2017

Time: 10:00 am – 3:45 p.m.
Location: Hampshire College Kern Center, Room 108
893 West St, Amherst, MA 01002

[Google Map with Driving Directions]

All NEA members are welcome to attend the NEA Executive Board quarterly meeting on Friday, January 27th. If you are interested in attending, please RSVP to NEA President, Jennifer Gunter King (jking@hampshire.edu / 413-207-1416).

See agenda below.

Unable to attend in person? NEA is committed to making our board meetings open to all members. If you would like to request remote access to part or all of the December meeting, please contact the Inclusion and Diversity Coordinator, Anna Clutterbuck-Cook (diversity@newenglandarchivists.org / 617-646-0561) and we will do what we can to accommodate your request. You can always access board meeting minutes on the NEA website.

DIRECTIONS TO HAMPSHIRE COLLEGE
If you plan on attending the meeting and you are driving, please fill out the form for a parking pass to Hampshire College. You will need to print it so you can place it on your dashboard. Please park in Visitor/Staff/Faculty (A) behind library #5 on map, street parking lot by library (B) or lot (C). Please DO NOT park in the admissions visitors lot for the Kern Center (behind RCC). In the map, I marked the parking lots A, B, C, the Kern Center, and the Johnson Library. Since Hampshire College is accessible only by car, please contact Jennifer Gunter King about rideshare information.

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AGENDA

NEA Executive Board Meeting
Friday January 27, 2017
Hampshire College
Kern Center, room 108

10:00 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.

10:00 - 10:30
Welcome and Introductions (Jennifer Gunter King, NEA President)

10:30 - 10:35
Approval of October 2016 Board Minutes (Caitlin Burch, NEA Secretary)

10:35 - 11:05
Spring 2017 Meeting - (Erica Boudreau, Co-Chair )

11:05 - 11:30
Fall 2017 Meeting (Ellen Doon, NEA Vice President/President Elect)

11:30 - 12:00
Spring 2018 Meeting (Ellen Doon)

12:00 - 1:00
Lunch on your own

1:00 - 1:45
NEA Strategic Plan Updates (Caitlin Burch)

1:45 - 2:15
Membership Committee (Heather Mumford and Pam Hopkins, Co-Chairs)
     ● Update on Mentoring Program
     ● Membership Survey Update

2:15 - 2:45
Committee Appointments
     ● Newsletter Committee new co-chairs Claire Lobdell and Sean Parke (Jessica Holden and Carolyn, outgoing editors)
     ● IDC Committee Chair - updated job description
     ● Education Committee Chair (Stephanie Call, Chair)

2:45 - 2:55
Membership Dues by Checks (Juliana Kuipers, NEA Treasurer)

2:55 - 3:20
Progressive Archivists Statement and Petition (Jennifer Gunter King)

3:20 - 3:40
NEA and MA History Conference/MA Alliance for Sharing History (Colin Lukens, NEA Immediate Past President)

3:45
Adjourn

Nominate your colleagues for a NEA award

Michelle Romero — Mon, 23 Jan 2017 14:16:00 GMT

NEA professional development opportunities

Michelle Romero — Fri, 20 Jan 2017 15:10:54 GMT

Apply for one of New England Archivists' three awards to help members in their professional development and activities:

Applications for all three awards and supporting documentation must be submitted to the Representatives-at-large (RepAtLarge@newenglandarchivists.org) by Wednesday, February 15, 2017.

Consider volunteering with NEA

Michelle Romero — Thu, 19 Jan 2017 14:13:14 GMT

Donating your time and energy to NEA delivers a multitude of benefits:
-- networking with fellow colleagues
-- learning new skills
-- helping to strengthen and reconnect with local archival communities

Volunteering with NEA is a rewarding and fun collective experience. Currently we have eight open positions with varying levels of responsibilities.

Are you interested in:
Communications Committee (Chair, Social Medial Coordinator, Web Content Manager)
Education Committee (three open committee member positions)
Inclusion and Diversity Coordinator
Registrar

See the individual job postings on the NEA website for more details and who to contact about volunteering. We look forward to working with you!

Join us on Cape Cod for the NEA Spring 2017 Meeting

Michelle Romero — Tue, 17 Jan 2017 14:19:33 GMT

Early-bird registration for the New England Archivists' Spring 2017 Meeting is now open!

Register now for the Spring 2017 Meeting, “Changing Tides,” March 23-25 in Hyannis, Massachusetts, and take part in a discussion of the many ways in which the archival profession and the world around us are shifting. This year’s meeting will focus on collaboration in a changed environment. See the current schedule-at-a-glance for more information on all events planned during the three-day meeting.

In the coming weeks look for future NEA announcement with more details on:

-- Two full-day workshops (Funding for Archives Work and the SAA Workshop on the Fundamentals of Project Management)
-- What is NEA’s first Born-Digital Boot Camp?
-- Project details and how to register for the Day of Service at two locations (Bourne Historical Society and the Sturgis Library in Barnstable)
-- Who are the Spring 2017 Meeting plenary speakers Michael Lesy and K.J. Rawson
-- Rideshare and travel information
-- Amenities at the Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis and other things to do on Cape Cod in the off-season

GOT QUESTIONS?
If you have questions regarding registration, please see our Registration FAQ or contact NEA's Registrar, Emily Atkins, at registrar@newenglandarchivists.org.

For questions or concerns about accessibility and/or disability accommodations that you would like addressed before registration, please contact NEA’s Inclusion and Diversity Coordinator, Anna Clutterbuck-Cook, at diversity@newenglandarchivists.org / 617-646-0561 for assistance.

Look forward to seeing you in Hyannis!

NEA Mentoring Program is back!

Michelle Romero — Fri, 13 Jan 2017 14:30:07 GMT

New England Archivists is proud to announce the relaunch of the NEA Mentoring Program. This year-long program will begin in March 2017. Applications and more information about this popular program are available on the NEA website.

WHY PARTICIPATE?
The NEA Mentoring Program offers members the opportunity to participate in Mentoring Circles, which are small groups that typically consist of four to six mentees and two mentors. Diverging from the traditional one-on-one mentoring model, the circle model fosters not only mentoring relationships between the mentors and the mentees, but also peer-mentoring relationships among the mentees and the co-mentors.

Mentoring Circles aim to:
-- Encourage the exchange of experiences, challenges, and opportunities to facilitate goal-setting for career and personal development
-- Build competence and character to reach those goals
-- Foster self-confidence, communication skills, and collective growth.

Mentors and mentees are matched to a circle depending on their interests, goals, and availability. The application process includes an initial survey to determine everyone’s interests and support the initial matching. All participants should be current NEA members able to commit to a full cycle of the program (seven to nine months).

HOW TO PARTICIPATE
Please visit the NEA Mentoring page on the NEA website to learn more about the program and to apply to join. Applications will be accepted through February 15, 2017, and applicants will receive further information by March 8, 2017.

Help us promote the event by printing and posting the flyer in your staff kitchen or break room. If you have any questions about the program, please contact Membership Committee Co-Chairs Pam Hopkins (psmhopkins@gmail.com) and Heather Mumford (heather_mumford@hms.harvard.edu).

FINAL DAYS: Apply for a NEA Scholarship

Michelle Romero — Thu, 12 Jan 2017 14:24:59 GMT

If you are a member of New England Archivists, you are eligible to apply to one of our two scholarships to help support NEA members attend the Spring 2017 Meeting on Cape Cod. Both scholarships cover the meeting registration fee (at the early-bird rate) and up to $300 towards travel and hotel expenses.
-- The Meeting and Travel Scholarship (for non-student members only)
-- The Susan J. Von Salis Student Meeting and Travel Scholarship (for student members only)

Applications and supporting documentation must be submitted to the Representatives-at-large (RepAtLarge@newenglandarchivists.org) by Sunday, January 15, 2017.

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ABOUT THE NEA SPRING 2017 MEETING
Early-bird registration for the New England Archivists Spring 2017 Meeting opens Monday, January 16th.

Go online now to find the tentative schedule-at-a-glance for “Changing Tides” in Hyannis, Massachusetts and get ready to take part in a discussion of the many ways in which the archival profession and the world around us are shifting.

In addition to thought-provoking and informative sessions on Friday and Saturday, here will be:
-- two full-day workshops (Funding for Archives Work and the SAA Workshop on the Fundamentals of Project Management)
-- NEA’s first Born-Digital Boot Camp
-- a Day of Service at TWO locations: the Bourne Historical Society and the Sturgis Library in Barnstable
-- plenary talks by Michael Lesy and K.J. Rawson

BOOK YOUR ROOM NOW
NEA has reserved a block of rooms at The Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis. Call to reserve a room at the NEA special rate ($115/night): (866) 828-9111 or (508) 775-7775 (reference the NEA Meeting).

Be part of things in Hyannis: apply to one of the NEA meeting and travel scholarships.

Nominate your colleagues for an NEA award

Michelle Romero — Wed, 11 Jan 2017 14:35:05 GMT

The 2017 New England Archivists Archival Advocacy and Distinguished Service Awards Committee seeks nominations for the following:

ARCHIVAL ADVOCACY AWARD If you know a colleague outside the field of archives who has dedicated themselves to helping archivists and archives in New England, consider nominating them for an Archival Advocacy Award. See the NEA website for criteria for eligibility and more details.

DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD If you know a colleague who has been a leader in promoting and furthering the objectives of NEA, consider nominating them for a Distinguished Service Award. See the NEA website for criteria for eligibility and more details.

Nominations for both awards can be made using this nomination form. Nominations must be submitted by February 15, 2017. If you have questions or comments, please email Colin Lukens, NEA Immediate-Past President: colin_lukens@harvard.edu.

NEA webinar and networking event at Tufts

Michelle Romero — Mon, 09 Jan 2017 14:23:33 GMT

Join the New England Archivists at Tufts University on Friday, January 27th for our third on-site SAA webinar and networking event followed by small group discussions of how to apply the tools and techniques presented in the webinar at your own organization. Light refreshments will be provided.

Introduction to Processing Digital Records and Manuscripts
Friday, January 27, 2017
Webinar viewing: 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Discussion: 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The actual steps of processing digital materials are the same as for analog materials—it's how you conduct them that differ. This webinar introduces you to techniques for adapting traditional archival practices to the management of digital archival materials and serves as an introduction to the Arrangement and Description of Electronic Records DAS courses. Upon completion of this course, you'll be able to:
1) Adapt traditional archival practices to managing electronic records and manuscripts;
2) Select appropriate tools to use when processing digital records and manuscripts;
3) Design and develop workflows for accessioning and processing digital records and manuscripts.

This webinar is based in part on Module 2: Processing Digital Records and Manuscripts by J. Gordon Daines III, (Society of American Archivists, 2013). Module2 is part of SAA series Trends in Archives Practice series, which addresses the practical management of archives and manuscript collections in the digital age. (Note: The ebook is single-user license and requires downloading of Adobe Digital Editions). Click here to buy a copy of Module 2.

If you are seeking your DAS certification, or just want to enhance your understanding of working with born digital records, this webinar viewing and networking event is an opportunity to explore the topic at a greatly reduced rate. For those attendees who wish to take the exam, information will be provided at the event for you. Each exam costs $35.00, payable by the attendee to SAA.

Fees: Students: $5.00 | NEA Members: $10.00 | Non-NEA Members: $15.00
Only nine seats still available, so register now.

NEA thanks Tufts University for hosting the third webinar and networking event.

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If you are interested in volunteering with the NEA Education Committee to provide more events like these to members and the general New England archival community, see current open positions on the NEA website.

NEA Spring 2017 Meeting registration opens next week

Michelle Romero — Fri, 06 Jan 2017 18:02:06 GMT

Early-bird registration for the New England Archivists Spring 2017 Meeting opens Monday, January 16th. Save the date so you can register for “Changing Tides” in Hyannis, Massachusetts and take part in a discussion of the many ways in which the archival profession and the world around us are shifting.

In addition to thought-provoking and informative sessions on Friday and Saturday, we will offer
-- two full-day workshops (Funding for Archives Work and the SAA Workshop on the Fundamentals of Project Management)
-- NEA’s first Born-Digital Boot Camp
-- a Day of Service at the Bourne Historical Society and the Sturgis Library in Barnstable
-- plenary talks by Michael Lesy and K.J. Rawson

Come explore all that Cape Cod has to offer, even in the off-season. Sign up for a tour of a local institution, and spend your down time in downtown Hyannis where you’ll find countless restaurants, bars, and shops. Be part of things on Cape Cod.

Reserve your hotel room today:
The Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis | capecodresortandconferencecenter.com
Call to take advantage of the NEA room rate of $115/night: 866-828-9111 or 508-775-7775

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If you are already a New England Archivists member, you are eligible to apply to one of our two scholarships to help support NEA members attend the annual spring meeting. Both scholarships cover the meeting registration fee (at the early-bird rate) and up to $300 towards travel and hotel expenses.
-- The Meeting and Travel Scholarship (for non-student members only)
-- The Susan J. Von Salis Student Meeting and Travel Scholarship (for student members only)

Applications and supporting documentation must be submitted to the Representatives-at-large (RepAtLarge@newenglandarchivists.org) by January 15, 2017.

See you on Cape Cod!

Get involved with NEA

Michelle Romero — Wed, 21 Dec 2016 14:51:02 GMT

Interested in volunteering with New England Archivists? Now we've made it even easier for you to discover any available volunteer opportunities in the organization. This month we started posting all open positions on our website: https://newenglandarchivists.org/volunteer. Bookmark this page and check back to see if there is anything you may be interested in volunteering for.

Right now we have a lot of volunteer opportunities available. See the website for information on job duties, terms of services, and how to apply.

CURRENT OPEN POSITIONS:
-- Awards and Scholarships Committees
-- Communications Committee (3 open positions)
-- Education Committee (3 open positions)
-- Non-Voting Executive Board
-- Registrar
-- Inclusion and Diversity Coordinator

Consider volunteering for NEA and help us provide more and more benefits for our members in the coming years.

Your voice counts!

Michelle Romero — Mon, 19 Dec 2016 13:56:48 GMT

The field of archives is changing every day -- and this is your chance to help shape the evolving profession in the New England region. Your voice counts! Participate in the NEA's annual Membership Survey to help us better serve you and our profession. We are interested in feedback from current members and/or members whose membership has lapsed. Your responses will be completely anonymous.

The survey, which takes about 15 minutes, includes questions about general membership, meetings and events, education/training, NEA roundtables, and how NEA communicates with members. At the end of the survey, current NEA members can enter to win our prize: a free year of membership in NEA.

The survey is open from now until Friday, Jan 6, 2017 at 11:59 pm.

The NEA Membership Committee.

Consider NEA...

Michelle Romero — Fri, 16 Dec 2016 13:54:25 GMT

Dear members of New England Archivists

As the year comes to a close, we hope you will consider a contribution to NEA.

NEA's increasing range of scholarships and awards assist fellow members attending NEA meetings and provide professional development opportunities in areas such as records management and A/V. These awards and scholarships help to fulfill a core function of our institution; a handful of $25 gifts could give an additional budding or under-employed archivist the chance to grow, network, and serve. Donated funds also help to secure these opportunities for future archivists during all stages of their careers.

Here is NEA's current suite of awards and scholarships for your consideration:
-- Richard W. Hale, Jr. Professional Development Award
-- Richard L. Haas Records Management Award
-- Audio/Visual Professional Development Award
-- Susan J. Von Salis Student Meeting and Travel Scholarship
-- NEA Member Meeting and Travel Scholarship

NEA is a registered 503(c)(3) non-profit and your donation is 100% tax-deductible. Giving couldn't be easier. Just follow this link to our donation page: https://newenglandarchivists.org/donate/

Thank you and have a safe and sound holiday season,
NEA Executive Board

Attend the NEA Spring 2017 Meeting with an NEA Scholarship

Michelle Romero — Thu, 15 Dec 2016 17:33:35 GMT

Did you know New England Archivists offers two scholarships to help support NEA members attend the annual spring meeting? Both scholarships cover the meeting registration fee (at the early-bird rate) and up to $300 towards travel and hotel expenses.

The Meeting and Travel Scholarship (for non-student members only)
The Susan J. Von Salis Student Meeting and Travel Scholarship (for student members only)

Applications and supporting documentation must be submitted to the Representatives-at-large (RepAtLarge@newenglandarchivists.org) by January 15, 2017.

ABOUT SPRING 2017
This year's meeting, Changing Tides, will feature discussions of the many ways in which the archival profession and the world around us are shifting. In addition to thought-provoking and informative sessions on Friday and Saturday, we will offer two full-day workshops and NEA’s first born-digital boot camp on Thursday. Other highlights include a Day of Service at the Bourne Historical Society, exciting plenary talks by Michael Lesy and K.J. Rawson, and, when you need a break from networking, a quiet room where you can sit on a comfortable couch and take a few minutes for yourself. Come explore all that Cape Cod has to offer, even in the off-season. Sign up for a tour of a local institution, and spend your down time in downtown Hyannis where you’ll find countless restaurants, bars, and shops.

NEA has reserved a block of rooms at The Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis. Call to reserve a room at the NEA special rate ($115/night): (866) 828-9111 or (508) 775-7775 (reference the NEA Meeting).

SAVE THE DATE: Early-bird registration for the NEA Spring 2017 Meeting opens on January 16, 2017.

Be part of things in Hyannis: apply to one of the NEA meeting and travel scholarships.

NEA Mentoring Program is back!

Michelle Romero — Fri, 09 Dec 2016 15:04:26 GMT

New England Archivists is proud to announce the relaunch of our NEA Mentoring Program. This year-long program will begin in March 2017. Applications and more information about this popular program are available on the NEA website.

WHY PARTICIPATE?
The NEA Mentoring Program offers members the opportunity to participate in Mentoring Circles, which are small groups that typically consist of four to six mentees and two mentors. Diverging from the traditional one-on-one mentoring model, the circle model fosters not only mentoring relationships between the mentors and the mentees, but also peer-mentoring relationships among the mentees and the co-mentors.

Mentoring Circles aim to:
-- Encourage the exchange of experiences, challenges, and opportunities to facilitate goal-setting for career and personal development
-- Build competence and character to reach those goals
-- Foster self-confidence, communication skills, and collective growth.

Mentors and mentees are matched to a circle depending on their interests, goals, and availability. The application process includes an initial survey to determine everyone’s interests and support the initial matching. All participants should be current NEA members able to commit to a full cycle of the program (seven to nine months).

HOW TO PARTICIPATE
Please visit the NEA Mentoring page on the NEA website to learn more about the program and to apply to join. Applications will be accepted through February 15, 2017, and applicants will receive further information by March 8, 2017.

If you have any questions, please contact Membership Committee Co-Chairs, Pam Hopkins (psmhopkins@gmail.com) and Heather Mumford (heather_mumford@hms.harvard.edu).

NEA annual Membership Survey

Michelle Romero — Wed, 07 Dec 2016 17:11:08 GMT

Dear New England Archivists members:

The field of archives is changing every day -- and this is your chance to help shape the evolving profession in the New England region. Participate in the NEA's annual Membership Survey to help us better serve you and our profession. We are interested in feedback from current members and/or members whose membership has lapsed. Your responses will be completely anonymous.

The survey, which takes about 15 minutes, includes questions about general membership, meetings and events, education/training, NEA roundtables, and how NEA communicates with members. At the end of the survey, current NEA members can enter to win our prize: a free year of membership in NEA!

The survey is open from now until Friday, Jan 6, 2017 at 11:59 pm. The NEA Membership Committee thanks you for your participation.

NEA election results: new leadership for 2017

Michelle Romero — Wed, 07 Dec 2016 14:02:11 GMT

As members of New England Archivists know, this past month we've been voting on the new NEA leadership for Vice President/President Elect, Treasurer, and one of our Representatives-at-Large.

The votes have been counted and election results are in. Please join the 2016 Nominating Committee in congratulating the winners:

Vice President/President Elect (2017-2020): Karen Adler Abramson
Treasurer (2017-2019): Emily Atkins
Representative-at-Large (2017-2020): John Campopiano

The membership also approved the proposed NEA Code of Conduct policy.

Thank you to all who voted in this year's election and a big thank you to all of the candidates. We appreciate your willingness to run. And to all members of NEA: consider running for elected office in a future election.

New England Archivists 2016 Nominating Committee
-- Colin Lukens (Chair)
-- Sarah Demb
-- Lisa Long Feldmann
-- Peter Nelson
-- Adrienne Pruitt
-- Megan Schwenke

JUST ADDED: more on-site NEA webinar and networking events

Michelle Romero — Fri, 02 Dec 2016 14:03:06 GMT

In a new initiative to provide cost effective continuing education to our membership, New England Archivists is now offering on-site SAA webinars. We recently had a successful webinar at the Avon Free Public Library in Avon, CT and now we have two more upcoming webinar and networking events planned:

Basics of Managing Electronic Records | Boston, MA | Monday, December 19, 2016
Introduction to Processing Digital Records and Manuscripts | Medford, MA | Friday, January 27, 2017

Join NEA December 19th at the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum in Boston for our 2nd on-site webinar and networking event. Meet up with colleagues to watch SAA’s webinar, “Basics of Managing Electronic Records: Getting You Started!,” followed by small group discussions of how to apply the tools and techniques presented in the webinar at your own organization. Light refreshments will be provided.

If you are seeking your DAS certification, or just want to enhance your understanding of working with born digital records, this webinar viewing and networking event is an opportunity to explore the topic at a greatly reduced rate. For those attendees who wish to take the exam, information will be provided at the event for you. Each exam costs $35.00, payable by the attendee to SAA.

About the webinar, “Basics of Managing Electronic Records: Getting You Started!”
All archives must address the management of electronic records to some degree, and you may not have the background in electronic records or the confidence to tackle this daunting task! This webinar provides you the basics you need to start solving your electronic records problems. Upon completion of this course, you'll be able to:
1) Identify common preservation formats of electronic records;
2) Describe appraising, accessioning, and preserving electronic records;
3) Begin working with records creators; and
4) Start promoting and continuing your electronic records program.

About the on-site event
Monday, December 19, 2016
-- Webinar: 9:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
-- Discussion: 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum
Columbia Point, Boston, MA 02125

Fees: Students: $5.00 NEA Members: $10.00 Non-NEA Members: $15.00
Register online at: https://newenglandarchivists.org/event-2375809

NEA thanks the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum for hosting the second webinar and networking event.

SAVE-THE-DATE
NEA's next SAA webinar and networking event will be at Tufts University in Medford, MA. Meet up with colleagues to watch SAA’s on-demand webinar, Introduction to Processing Digital Records and Manuscripts, followed by small group discussions of how to apply the tools and techniques presented in the webinar at your own organization. Light refreshments will be provided.

About the on-site event in Medford, MA
Friday, January 27, 20176
-- Webinar: 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
-- Discussion: 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Tufts University (exact location on campus TBD), Medford, MA

Save the Date for NEA's Spring 2017 Meeting

Michelle Romero — Thu, 01 Dec 2016 17:38:25 GMT

Save the date and reserve your hotel room now for New England Archivists' Spring 2017 Meeting on Cape Cod from March 22-25, 2017. This year’s meeting will focus on collaboration in a changed environment.

Early-bird registration will open on Monday, January 16, 2017. Save the date so you can register for “Changing Tides” in Hyannis, Massachusetts, to take part in a discussion of the many ways in which the archival profession and the world around us are shifting. In addition to thought-provoking and informative sessions on Friday and Saturday, we will offer two full-day workshops and NEA’s first born-digital boot camp on Thursday. Look to future announcements on how to take part in these events.

Other highlights include a Day of Service at the Bourne Historical Society, exciting plenary talks by Michael Lesy and K.J. Rawson, and, when you need a break from networking, a quiet room where you can sit on a comfortable couch and take a few minutes for yourself. Come explore all that Cape Cod has to offer, even in the off-season. Sign up for a tour of a local institution, and spend your down time in downtown Hyannis where you’ll find countless restaurants, bars, and shops.

HOTEL AND CONFERENCE SPACE
The NEA Spring 2017 Meeting will in Hyannis, MA at the Cape Cod Resort and Conference Center. There will be many opportunities for meeting attendees and their families to enjoy the Conference Center's resort amenities. For more information about how to reserve a room at the NEA meetings rates, see the NEA website.

NEA Elections closes tomorrow

Michelle Romero — Tue, 29 Nov 2016 15:18:15 GMT

Hopefully everyone had a great Thanksgiving holiday last week. If you haven't already, you have until tomorrow to vote for the future of New England Archivists' leadership.

Voting will close at 8:00 pm on Wednesday, November 30, 2016. Using the unique ballot ID and access code you received in the eballot email, make sure to cast your vote before 8:00 pm tomorrow.

Visit the NEA website to review the candidate's statements and look over the final version of the NEA Code of Conduct (pdf).

New England Archivists Nominating Committee 2016
-- Colin Lukens (Chair)
-- Sarah Demb
-- Lisa Long Feldmann
-- Peter Nelson
-- Adrienne Pruitt
-- Megan Schwenke

NEA Elections: Meeting the candidates for VP/President Elect

Michelle Romero — Fri, 18 Nov 2016 16:35:04 GMT

The New England Archivists 2016 Election is now open. Voting will close at 8pm on Sunday, November 27, 2016. Using the unique ballot ID and access code, make sure to cast your vote.

This week the NEA 2016 Nominating Committee concludes our introduction to this year’s candidates.

MEET THE CANDIDATES FOR VP/PRESIDENT ELECT

This year we have two candidates for the position of Vice President/President-Elect (LISTED ALPHABETICALLY). Each candidate answered the question: What are NEA’s strengths and weaknesses?

KAREN ADLER ABRAMSON, Director of Archives, John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum

Service to NEA: Member, Program Committee, Spring 2013 Meeting Co-Chair, Diversity Task Force, 2011-2013 Representative-at-Large, Board of Directors, 2006-2012 Member, Membership Recruitment and Retention Task Force, 2006-2008 Member, Program Committee, Fall 2007 Meeting Co-Chair, Program Committee, Spring 2005 Meeting

From Statement: I am excited about the direction in which NEA is moving and would be honored to play an active role in helping to implement the organization’s bold strategic plan and to assess its efficacy in achieving desired outcomes.

SARAH SHOEMAKER, Director/Associate University Librarian, University Archives & Special Collections, Brandeis University

Service to NEA: Journal of Contemporary Archival Studies Associate Editor and founding member of editorial team for online journal co-sponsored by Yale University and New England Archivists, 2013 – present Founding member, Communications Committee, 2010 – 2013 Panelist, “Archival Software: What's the Best Fit for your Repository?” NEA conference, November 2012 Organizer, NEA summer program “The Worth of a Book: A Look At Rare-Book Selection And Appraisal,” June 30, 2010

From Statement: I would welcome the opportunity to join with others to continue to expand understanding and appreciation of our valuable profession to new avenues and new eyes.

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Also included on the ballot will be NEA Code of Conduct. NEA members will be asked to vote on the adoption of a code of conduct policy for NEA spaces and events. The formal comment period for the draft ran from April 15th to June 1st, 2016. A final version of the code and supplemental information are now available on the NEA website (PDF).

New England Archivists Nominating Committee 2016
-- Colin Lukens (Chair)
-- Sarah Demb
-- Lisa Long Feldmann
-- Peter Nelson
-- Adrienne Pruitt
-- Megan Schwenke

On-site NEA webinars and networking events

Michelle Romero — Thu, 17 Nov 2016 15:40:53 GMT

In a new initiative to provide cost effective continuing education to our membership, New England Archivists is now offering on-site SAA webinars. We have two upcoming webinar and networking events planned for two different venues:

Providing Access to Born Digital Archives | Avon, CT | Friday, November 18, 2016 (*space still available)
Basics of Managing Electronic Records | Boston, MA | Monday, December 19th, 2016

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“Providing Access to Born Digital Archives” | Avon, CT

TOMORROW, November 18th, is the first on-site NEA webinar and networking event at the Avon Free Public Library in Avon, Connecticut. Meet up with colleagues to watch SAA’s on-demand webinar, “Providing Access to Born Digital Archives,” followed by small group discussions of how to apply the tools and techniques presented in the webinar at your own organization. Light refreshments will be provided. Following the group discussions, attendees will have the option to get lunch on their own and return to the library for a tour of their recently renovated facilities. The tour will include the local history room, art studio for children, and the White Room, a new area that is set to launch with technology for collaborative projects.

About the webinar, “Providing Access to Born Digital Archives”
For years, archives have focused on creating workflows for the ingest and preservation of born-digital records. Although we have become increasingly comfortable with the SIPs and AIPs of the OAIS model, many of us still struggle with the DIPs and proving access to those materials. This course will focus on the underlying policy consideration in play when providing access to born-digital records as well as provide an overview of methods and tools for providing appropriate access. The course will also demonstrate multiple tools for identifying and redacting sensitive or protected information from born-digital records. This course is primarily focused on born-digital records and will not deal with best practices for digitization projects.

About the Event in Avon, CT
Friday, November 18, 2016
-- Webinar: 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
-- Discussion: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
-- Lunch on your own
-- Optional tour: 1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

Avon Free Public Library
281 Country Club Rd, Avon, CT 06001

Fees: Students: $5.00
NEA Members: $10.00
Non-NEA Members: $15.00

NEA is grateful to the Avon Free Public Library for hosting our first webinar event.

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SAVE-THE-DATE
NEA's next SAA webinar and networking event will be at the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum in Boston. Meet up with colleagues to watch SAA’s on-demand webinar, “Basics of Managing Electronic Records: Getting You Started!,” followed by small group discussions of how to apply the tools and techniques presented in the webinar at your own organization. Light refreshments will be provided.

About the Event in Boston, MA
Monday, December 19th, 2016
-- Webinar: 9:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
-- Discussion: 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum
Columbia Point, Boston, MA 02125

NEA elections: Meet the Candidates for Treasurer

Michelle Romero — Wed, 16 Nov 2016 14:35:22 GMT

Voting in the New England Archivists' 2016 Elections will open shortly. Private and secure voting will take place online through votenet.com. All members in good standing will receive a personal email with your unique username and password.

This week the NEA 2016 Nominating Committee continues to introduce this year’s candidates through a series of announcements.

MEET THE CANDIDATES FOR TREASURER

The Treasurer is an active voting member on the Executive Board. They maintain NEA’s finances, develop the annual budget, work with various committees on financial policies and purchases, monitors award funds, and help keep NEA fiscally solvent. This year we have two candidates for the position of Treasurer (LISTED ALPHABETICALLY).

Each candidate answered the question: What would you bring to your role as the NEA Treasurer?

EMILY ATKINS, Survey Archivist, Harvard Libraries
Service to NEA: NEA Registrar, 2013-present Project manager for the website revision taskforce Presenter “Two Takes on Early American History: Documentation and Collaboration Across Repositories,” #NEAsp16 #s206 Ad Hoc data mining project on behalf of NEA leadership reviewing past member surveys Local Arrangements Committee, #MARACNEA15 Presenter “Codices and Widgets and Plugins, Oh My! Putting WordPress to Work for Archives,” #NEAfall14
From Statement: As Treasurer, I will build upon the strong foundation that has been laid and continue the work leveraging your money to do the most for you. Decisions we make now, such as taking advantage of bulk and multi-year discounts, will position us for a better financial future and enable our ambitious plans to come to fruition.

NADIA DIXSON, Records Manager, City of Somerville
Service to NEA: Panel presentation NEA Spring 2016 “Just One, I’m a Few: Lone Arranging When You Wish You Could Clone Yourself”
From Statement: I have experience in the mundane task of recording day to day financial transactions as well as communicating regulatory requirements. I look forward to bringing the skills of my former career to my current vocation.

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Also included on the ballot will be NEA Code of Conduct. NEA members will be asked to vote on the adoption of a code of conduct policy for NEA spaces and events. The formal comment period for the draft ran from April 15th to June 1st, 2016. A final version of the code and supplemental information are now available on the NEA website (PDF).

New England Archivists Nominating Committee 2016
-- Colin Lukens (Chair)
-- Sarah Demb
-- Lisa Long Feldmann
-- Peter Nelson
-- Adrienne Pruitt
-- Megan Schwenke

UPDATE: a short delay in NEA election process

Michelle Romero — Tue, 15 Nov 2016 18:03:17 GMT

Due to technical difficulties with votenet.com -- the 2016 New England Archivists Elections will have to be delayed for one day.

Colin Lukens, NEA Immediate Past President and Chair of the Nominating Committee, is working on resolving all technical difficulties so we can open the elections tomorrow, November 16th and run through Sunday, November 27th at 8pm. Tomorrow look for your email from votenet.com with your unique username and password.

We apologize for any inconveniences.

DEADLINE: NEA Spring 2017 Meeting Call for Proposals

Michelle Romero — Tue, 15 Nov 2016 14:54:21 GMT

FINAL DAY: Deadline for session proposals for the New England Archivists' Spring 2017 Meeting is today, November 15, 2016. This year’s conference, March 22-25, 2017, in Hyannis, Massachusetts on Cape Cod, will focus on collaboration in a changed environment. Consider submitting a session proposal to help shape the discourse of the profession's current ideas and practices.

The NEA Spring 2017 Program Committee invites proposals on all topics but is especially interested in the following:
-- collaboration with new or unique user groups
-- trained archivists working in "non-archivist" roles
-- archivists who have seen the profession grow and change – in what ways?
-- Cape Cod history and culture
-- cross-disciplinary projects
-- projects or initiatives with direct, collaborative involvement from archives users
-- digital humanities
-- digital curation and digital forensics

NEW RESOURCE: In order to facilitate collaboration, the NEA Spring 2017 Program Committee has created an online space for interested speakers to develop session proposals together. Use this space to connect with your colleagues about potential session topics and formats. (Please note: this collaborative space will be accessible until the deadline for proposals on November 15, 2016).

HOTEL AND CONFERENCE SPACE: The Spring 2017 Meeting will in Hyannis, MA at the Cape Cod Resort and Conference Center. In addition to the NEA meeting, there will be many opportunities for meeting attendees and their families to enjoy the Conference Center's resort amenities. For more information about NEA meetings rates, see the NEA website.

For more information about potential session types and how to submit a proposal -- see the Spring 2017 Meeting Session Proposal Form. Questions? Contact program chair, Krista Ferrante at kferrante@mitre.org or co-chair Erica Boudreau at ericacathryn@gmail.com.

NEA elections start tomorrow

Michelle Romero — Mon, 14 Nov 2016 13:47:02 GMT

Tomorrow is the start of the 2016 New England Archivists Elections: November 15th through the 25th. Private and secure voting will take place online through votenet.com. You should receive an email on or around November 15th with your unique username and password.

This week the NEA 2016 Nominating Committee will introduce this year’s candidates through a series of announcements.

MEET THE CANDIDATES FOR REPRESENTATIVE-AT-LARGE

Our Representatives-at-Large are voting members on the Executive Board, liaisons with NEA standing committees, and serve on a variety of award and planning committees. They represent the general membership. This year we have three candidates for one of the four Rep-at-Large positions (LISTED ALPHABETICALLY).

Each candidate answered the question: What activities or steps do you think would deepen NEA membership engagement?

JOHN CAMPOPIANO, Digital Records Manager at WGBH-TV/FRONTLINE
Service to NEA: Current member, Newsletter contributor, Spring 2016 Program Committee member, Moving Image & Recorded Sound (MIRS) Roundtable member
From Statement: I believe strongly that through having more informal meetings centered on specific themes we can continue to bridge gaps in NEA membership, foster even more creative thinking and discussion in between annual conferences, and grow our larger network of archivists right here in New England.

M. MICHELLE CHILES, Research Center Coordinator for the Rhode Island Historical Society Service to NEA: Education Committee, liaison to the Constituencies Task Force, co-founded the NEA Roundtable for Early Professionals and Students (REPS), REPS Mentoring Circle Program, Fall 2014 Meeting program committee, Steering Committee Member for the NEA Local History Roundtable
From Statement: If elected, I hope to foster a sense of pride in our profession connected to a responsibility of giving back through participation in creative educational opportunities, mentoring, and inclusion of everyone in the field.

GENNA DUPLISEA, Archivist and Special Collections Librarian, Salve Regina University
Service to NEA: Local Arrangements Committee (Fall 2014 Meeting); Education Committee student member (2012-2013)
From Statement: I am interested in running for Representative-at-Large because it is a connecting position, fostering a flow of information and feedback between NEA leadership, committees, roundtables, and members. I want to hear what NEA members have to say about what’s working, what’s not, and their hopes for this organization that sustains us as professionals.

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Also included on the ballot will be NEA Code of Conduct. NEA members will be asked to vote on the adoption of a code of conduct policy for NEA spaces and events. The formal comment period for the draft ran from April 15th to June 1st, 2016. A final version of the code and supplemental information are now available on the NEA website (PDF).

New England Archivists Nominating Committee 2016
-- Colin Lukens (Chair)
-- Sarah Demb
-- Lisa Long Feldmann
-- Peter Nelson
-- Adrienne Pruitt
-- Megan Schwenke

Upcoming NEA webinars and networking events

Michelle Romero — Tue, 08 Nov 2016 21:21:21 GMT

In a new initiative to provide cost effective continuing education to our membership, New England Archivists is now offering SAA webinars. We have two upcoming webinar and networking events:

Providing Access to Born Digital Archives | Avon, CT | Friday, November 18, 2016
Basics of Managing Electronic Records | Boston, MA | Monday, December 19th, 2016

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Providing Access to Born Digital Archives | Avon, CT

Join NEA at the Avon Free Public Library in Avon, Connecticut, for our first webinar and networking event. Meet up with colleagues to watch SAA’s on-demand webinar, “Providing Access to Born Digital Archives,” followed by small group discussions of how to apply the tools and techniques presented in the webinar at your own organization. Light refreshments will be provided. Following the group discussions, attendees will have the option to get lunch on their own and return to the library for a tour of their recently renovated facilities. The tour will include the local history room, art studio for children, and the White Room, a new area that is set to launch with technology for collaborative projects.

If you are seeking your DAS certification, or just want to enhance your understanding of working with born digital records, this webinar viewing and networking event is an opportunity to explore the topic at a greatly reduced rate. For those attendees who wish to take the exam, information will be provided at the event for you. Each exam costs $35.00, payable by the attendee to SAA.

About the webinar, “Providing Access to Born Digital Archives”
For years, archives have focused on creating workflows for the ingest and preservation of born-digital records. Although we have become increasingly comfortable with the SIPs and AIPs of the OAIS model, many of us still struggle with the DIPs and proving access to those materials. This course will focus on the underlying policy consideration in play when providing access to born-digital records as well as provide an overview of methods and tools for providing appropriate access. The course will also demonstrate multiple tools for identifying and redacting sensitive or protected information from born-digital records. This course is primarily focused on born-digital records and will not deal with best practices for digitization projects.

About the Event in Avon, CT
Friday, November 18, 2016
-- Webinar: 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
-- Discussion: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
-- Lunch on your own
-- Optional tour: 1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

Avon Free Public Library
281 Country Club Rd, Avon, CT 06001

Fees:
Students: $5.00
NEA Members: $10.00
Non-NEA Members: $15.00

Register online at: http://www.newenglandarchivists.org/event-2361620

NEA is grateful to the Avon Free Public Library for hosting our first webinar event.

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SAVE-THE-DATE

NEA's next SAA webinar and networking event will be at the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum in Boston. Meet up with colleagues to watch SAA’s on-demand webinar, “Basics of Managing Electronic Records: Getting You Started!”,” followed by small group discussions of how to apply the tools and techniques presented in the webinar at your own organization. Light refreshments will be provided.

About the Event in Boston, MA
Monday, December 19th, 2016
-- Webinar: 9:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m.
-- Discussion: 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum
Columbia Point, Boston, MA 02125

NEA members: get ready to VOTE (but first renew your membership)

Michelle Romero — Tue, 08 Nov 2016 15:02:56 GMT

NOVEMBER IS ELECTION MONTH

In order to vote in this year's New England Archivists election, you must be a member in good standing. If your membership has recently lapsed, TODAY (Tuesday, November 8th) is the last day to join/renew your NEA membership to be eligible to vote. To renew, log into the NEA website for further information.

Please Note: Review your email address in the membership directory and make sure it is correct: this email address will be linked to your ballot. If you have questions about your membership status, contact NEA Membership Secretary Elizabeth Slomba: elizabeth.slomba@unh.edu

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Once you are a member in good standing, mark your calendars for the 2016 NEA Election: November 15th through the 25th. Private and secure voting will take place online through votenet.com. You should receive an email on or around November 15th with your unique username and password.

This week the NEA 2016 Nominating Committee will introduce this year’s candidates through a series of announcements. The candidates are listed below, and you can check out the candidates’ statements any time on the NEA website. Also we have information on the NEA Code of Conduct, which will be included on the ballot.

Vice President/President Elect
-- Karen Adler Abramson
-- Sarah Shoemaker
Treasurer
-- Emily Atkins
-- Nadia Dixson
Representative-at-Large
-- John Campopiano
-- Michelle Chiles
-- Genna Duplisea

Code of Conduct: This fall, the members of NEA will be asked to vote on the adoption of a code of conduct policy for NEA spaces and events. The formal comment period for the draft ran from April 15th to June 1st, 2016. A final version of the code and supplemental information are now available on the NEA website (PDF).

New England Archivists Nominating Committee 2016
-- Colin Lukens (Chair)
-- Sarah Demb
-- Lisa Long Feldmann
-- Peter Nelson
-- Adrienne Pruitt
-- Megan Schwenke

EXTENDED DEADLINE: NEA Spring 2017 Meeting Call for Proposals

Michelle Romero — Thu, 03 Nov 2016 15:56:54 GMT

EXTENDED DEADLINE: Consider presenting at the New England Archivists Spring 2017 Meeting to promote your work and the work of your institution. NEA invites submissions of session proposals for the Spring 2017 Meeting to be held March 22 - 25, 2017, in Hyannis, Massachusetts on Cape Cod. This year’s conference theme is Changing Tides, with a focus on collaboration in a changed environment.

Deadline for proposals has been extended to Tuesday, November 15, 2016.

Want to discuss the results of a pilot study or program? Have you road-tested an assessment or practice that breaks with tradition in some way? Has your institution collaborated with “non-scholarly” users for a novel or even a disruptive (i.e., innovative) project? We’d love to hear from you. We're also interested in session proposals from first-time presenters and those new to the archives profession.

The NEA Spring 2017 Program Committee invites proposals on all topics but is especially interested in the following:
-- collaboration with new or unique user groups
-- trained archivists working in "non-archivist" roles
– Archivists who have seen the profession grow and change – in what ways?
-- Cape Cod history and culture
-- cross-disciplinary projects
-- projects or initiatives with direct, collaborative involvement from archives users
-- digital humanities
-- digital curation and digital forensics

NEW RESOURCE: In order to facilitate collaboration, the NEA Spring 2017 Program Committee has created an online space for interested speakers to develop session proposals together. Use this space to connect with your colleagues about potential session topics and formats. (Please note: this collaborative space will be accessible until the deadline for proposals on November 15, 2016).

HOTEL AND CONFERENCE SPACE: The Spring 2017 Meeting will in Hyannis, MA at the Cape Cod Resort and Conference Center. In addition to the NEA meeting, there will be many opportunities for meeting attendees and their families to enjoy the Conference Center's resort amenities. For more information about NEA meetings rates, see the NEA website.

For more information about potential session types and how to submit a proposal -- see the Spring 2017 Meeting Session Proposal Form. Questions? Contact program chair, Krista Ferrante at kferrante@mitre.org or co-chair Erica Boudreau at ericacathryn@gmail.com.

FINAL CALL: NEA Spring 2017 Meeting Call for Proposals

Michelle Romero — Tue, 01 Nov 2016 12:49:34 GMT

FINAL CALL: If you were thinking that presenting at a New England Archivists Spring Meeting is a good way to network, advance your professional career, and help educate your colleagues -- then you are correct! NEA invites submissions of session proposals for the Spring 2017 Meeting to be held March 22 - 25, 2017, in Hyannis, Massachusetts. This year’s conference theme is Changing Tides, with a focus on collaboration in a changed environment. Deadline for proposals is TODAY, Tuesday, November 1, 2016.

Want to discuss the results of a pilot study or program? Have you road-tested an assessment or practice that breaks with tradition in some way? Has your institution collaborated with “non-scholarly” users for a novel or even a disruptive (i.e., innovative) project? We’d love to hear from you. We're also interested in session proposals from first-time presenters and those new to the archives profession.

The NEA Spring 2017 Program Committee invites proposals on all topics but is especially interested in the following:
-- collaboration with new or unique user groups
-- trained archivists working in "non-archivist" roles
– Archivists who have seen the profession grow and change – in what ways?
-- Cape Cod history and culture
-- cross-disciplinary projects
-- projects or initiatives with direct, collaborative involvement from archives users
-- digital humanities
-- digital curation and digital forensics

NEW RESOURCE: In order to facilitate collaboration, the NEA Spring 2017 Program Committee has created an online space for interested speakers to develop session proposals together. Use this space to connect with your colleagues about potential session topics and formats. (Please note: this collaborative space will be accessible until the deadline for proposals on November 1, 2016).

For more information about potential session types and how to submit a proposal -- see the Spring 2017 Meeting Session Proposal Form. Questions? Contact program chair, Krista Ferrante at kferrante@mitre.org or co-chair Erica Boudreau at ericacathryn@gmail.com.

NEA 2016 Elections: Mark your calendars!

Michelle Romero — Thu, 27 Oct 2016 14:07:49 GMT

Mark your calendars now for the 2016 New England Archivists Election: November 15th through the 25th. Over the next two weeks, the NEA 2016 Nominating Committee will introduce you to this year’s candidates. The slate in summary is listed below, and you can also check out the candidates’ statements anytime on the NEA website. Private and secure voting will take place online through votenet.com. Please look for an e-mail on or around November 15th with your unique user name and password.

Please read the voting eligibility statement below the list of candidates (listed alphabetically), as well as information on the NEA Code of Conduct that will be included on the ballot.

Vice President/President Elect
-- Karen Adler Abramson
-- Sarah Shoemaker

Treasurer
-- Emily Atkins
-- Nadia Dixson

Representative-at-Large
-- John Campopiano
-- Michelle Chiles
-- Genna Duplisea

Please Note: Eligibility: to be eligible to vote, you must be a member in good standing. If your membership has recently lapsed, please renew your membership by noon on Tuesday, November 8th. Please review your email address in the membership directory and make sure it is correct: this email address will be linked to your ballot. If you have questions about your membership status, contact NEA Membership Secretary Elizabeth Slomba: elizabeth.slomba@unh.edu

Code of Conduct: This fall, the members of NEA will also be asked to vote on the adoption of a code of conduct policy for NEA spaces and events. The formal comment period for the draft ran from 15 April - 1 June 2016. A final version of the code and supplemental information is now available on the NEA website.

New England Archivists - Nominating Committee 2016
-- Colin Lukens - Chair
-- Sarah Demb
-- Lisa Long Feldmann
-- Peter Nelson
-- Adrienne Pruitt
-- Megan Schwenke

LAST DAYS: NEA Spring 2017 Meeting Call for Proposals

Michelle Romero — Wed, 26 Oct 2016 13:02:20 GMT

A FEW DAYS LEFT: If you were thinking that presenting at a New England Archivists Spring Meeting is a good way to network, advance your professional career, and help educate your colleagues -- then you are correct! NEA invites submissions of session proposals for the Spring 2017 Meeting to be held March 22 - 25, 2017, in Hyannis, Massachusetts. This year’s conference theme is Changing Tides, with a focus on collaboration in a changed environment. Deadline for proposals is Tuesday, November 1, 2016.

Want to discuss the results of a pilot study or program? Have you road-tested an assessment or practice that breaks with tradition in some way? Has your institution collaborated with “non-scholarly” users for a novel or even a disruptive (i.e., innovative) project? We’d love to hear from you. We're also interested in session proposals from first-time presenters and those new to the archives profession.

The NEA Spring 2017 Program Committee invites proposals on all topics but is especially interested in the following:
-- collaboration with new or unique user groups
-- trained archivists working in "non-archivist" roles
– Archivists who have seen the profession grow and change – in what ways?
-- Cape Cod history and culture
-- cross-disciplinary projects
-- projects or initiatives with direct, collaborative involvement from archives users
-- digital humanities
-- digital curation and digital forensics

NEW RESOURCE: In order to facilitate collaboration, the NEA Spring 2017 Program Committee has created an online space for interested speakers to develop session proposals together. Use this space to connect with your colleagues about potential session topics and formats. (Please note: this collaborative space will be accessible until the deadline for proposals on November 1, 2016).

For more information about potential session types and how to submit a proposal -- see the Spring 2017 Meeting Session Proposal Form. Questions? Contact program chair, Krista Ferrante at kferrante@mitre.org or co-chair Erica Boudreau at ericacathryn@gmail.com.

NEA's first webinar event

Michelle Romero — Tue, 25 Oct 2016 13:14:32 GMT

Join the New England Archivists at the Avon Free Public Library in Avon, Connecticut, for our first webinar event. Meet up with colleagues to watch SAA’s on-demand webinar, “Providing Access to Born Digital Archives,” followed by small group discussions of how to apply the tools and techniques presented in the webinar at your own organization. Light refreshments will be provided. Following the group discussions, attendees will have the option to get lunch on their own and return to the library for a tour of their recently renovated facilities. The tour will include the local history room, art studio for children, and the White Room, a new area that is set to launch with technology for collaborative projects.

If you are seeking your DAS certification, or just want to enhance your understanding of working with born digital records, this webinar viewing and networking event is an opportunity to explore the topic at a greatly reduced rate. For those attendees who wish to take the exam, information will be provided at the event for you. Each exam costs $35.00, payable by the attendee to SAA.

About the webinar, “Providing Access to Born Digital Archives”
For years, archives have focused on creating workflows for the ingest and preservation of born-digital records. Although we have become increasingly comfortable with the SIPs and AIPs of the OAIS model, many of us still struggle with the DIPs and proving access to those materials. This course will focus on the underlying policy consideration in play when providing access to born-digital records as well as provide an overview of methods and tools for providing appropriate access. The course will also demonstrate multiple tools for identifying and redacting sensitive or protected information from born-digital records. This course is primarily focused on born-digital records and will not deal with best practices for digitization projects.

About the Event
Friday, November 18, 2016
-- Webinar: 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
-- Discussion: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
-- Lunch on your own
-- Optional tour: 1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

Avon Free Public Library
281 Country Club Rd, Avon, CT 06001

Fees:
Students: $5.00
NEA Members: $10.00
Non-NEA Members: $15.00

Register online at: http://www.newenglandarchivists.org/event-2361620

NEA is grateful to the Avon Free Public Library for hosting our first webinar event.

NEA board meeting this Friday

Michelle Romero — Mon, 17 Oct 2016 15:03:20 GMT

Dear Colleagues,

All NEA members are welcome to attend the NEA Executive Board quarterly meeting this Friday, October 21st from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Countway Library of Medicine. RSVP is not necessary but welcomed. Please contact either Jessica Sedgewick (jmsedg@gmail.com), Heather Mumford (heather_mumford@hms.harvard.edu), or Carolyn Hayes (carolyn.d.hayes@gmail.com), if you plan to attend.

Unable to attend in person? NEA is committed to making our board meetings open to all members. If you would like to request remote access to part or all of the December meeting, please contact the Inclusion and Diversity Coordinator, Anna Clutterbuck-Cook (diversity@newenglandarchivists.org / 617-646-0561) and we will do what we can to accommodate your request. You can always access board meeting minutes on the NEA website.

Anyone who wants to come a bit early are welcome to contact our hosts for a quick tour of the Warren Anatomical Museum.

NEA Executive Board meeting
Friday, October 21, 2016 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Location:
Lahey room, 5th floor
Countway Library of Medicine (Longwood Medical area)
10 Shattuck St.
Boston MA 02115

Directions:

We're right off the Brigham Circle stop on the Green Line E train. The train drops you off on Huntington Ave, and from there you'll be at the BACK of the library, so you need to walk around to the other side of the building (walk between the Library and the TH Chan School of Public Health) to get to the front entrance which is at the end of Shattuck Street. We're also a nice 10 minute walk from the Roxbury Crossing stop on the Orange line.
Other info/directions: https://www.countway.harvard.edu/about/directions

Lunch options nearby:

Local favorites include Clover (there's a truck on Blackfan and a brick-and-mortar on Longwood), Sami's (mediterranean food cart), Flames (Caribbean), Sushi Station, Soul Fire BBQ, Il Mondo (cheap pizza), and Boloco.

NEA Fall 2016 Meeting is tomorrow

Michelle Romero — Thu, 13 Oct 2016 13:24:10 GMT

Tomorrow, Friday, October 14th is the New England Archivist's Fall 2016 Meeting at the Yiddish Book Center in Amherst, Massachusetts. Online registration is closed, but we will welcome all walk-ins. See the NEA website for the full schedule of events.

This year's meeting, "Bridging the Gaps" will explore ways the archival profession can reach across divisions and work with stakeholders to expand access to collections and document underrepresented communities and issues. We are excited to welcome plenary speaker, Aaron Lansky who will talk on Treasure for the Finding: The Ongoing Adventures of the Yiddish Book Center.

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How are you getting to Amherst for the NEA Fall 2016 Meeting? If you need a ride or have extra room in your car in exchange for fine company (and/or gas money) -- We've created an online, self-service carpooling sign-up sheet where you can connect with other members looking to share a ride. Just enter your name and contact info, when and from where you're traveling, and whether you're a driver (with a car) or a rider. Then, wait to be contacted by other carpoolers, or go ahead and contact others who list pick-up locations and dates in line with your travel plans. **Please note that members are entirely responsible for making their own arrangements, including meeting times, sharing the cost of gas, etc., and for following through with their plans.**

PARKING: The parking lot nearest to the Yiddish Book Center is limited by construction on the Hampshire College campus. NEA Fall 2016 Meeting attendees are being asked to park in the lot across from the Eric Carle Museum.

NEA Fall 2016 Meeting
Bridging the Gaps
Friday, October 14, 2016 | 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Yiddish Book Center | Amherst, MA

See you tomorrow in Amherst!

One week until NEA Fall 2016 Meeting

Michelle Romero — Fri, 07 Oct 2016 15:53:16 GMT

There is only one week left until the New England Archivist's Fall 2016 Meeting at the Yiddish Book Center in Amherst, Massachusetts and there is still time to register. This year's meeting, "Bridging the Gaps" will explore ways the archival profession can reach across divisions and work with stakeholders to expand access to collections and document underrepresented communities and issues. We are excited to welcome plenary speaker, Aaron Lansky who will talk on Treasure for the Finding: The Ongoing Adventures of the Yiddish Book Center.

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RIDE SHARES
How are you getting to Amherst for the NEA Fall 2016 Meeting? If you need a ride or have extra room in your car in exchange for fine company (and/or gas money) -- We've created an online, self-service carpooling sign-up sheet where you can connect with other members looking to share a ride. Just enter your name and contact info, when and from where you're traveling, and whether you're a driver (with a car) or a rider. Then, wait to be contacted by other carpoolers, or go ahead and contact others who list pick-up locations and dates in line with your travel plans. **Please note that members are entirely responsible for making their own arrangements, including meeting times, sharing the cost of gas, etc., and for following through with their plans.**

PARKING

The parking lot nearest to the Yiddish Book Center is limited by construction on the Hampshire College campus. NEA Fall 2016 Meeting attendees are being asked to park in the lot across from the Eric Carle Museum.

NEA Fall 2016 Meeting
Bridging the Gaps
Friday, October 14, 2016 | 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Yiddish Book Center | Amherst, MA

See you in Amherst!

Aaron Lansky is Plenary Speaker at NEA Fall 2016

Michelle Romero — Fri, 23 Sep 2016 13:23:45 GMT

Register now for the New England Archivists' Fall 2016 Meeting on Friday, October 14th at the Yiddish Book Center in Amherst, Massachusetts. This year's meeting, "Bridging the Gaps" will explore ways the archival profession can reach across divisions and work with stakeholders to expand access to collections and document underrepresented communities and issues. Join us in welcoming plenary speaker, Aaron Lansky.

In 1980 Aaron Lansky founded the Yiddish Book Center at the age of 24 while in graduate school studying Yiddish literature. Through his studies Lansky realized that Yiddish culture and history were being lost in the United States because second and third generation immigrants could no longer reads the language. He then devoted himself to stemming the tide – collecting these discarded texts and working to reacquaint descendants of Yiddish speakers and others with them. Since that time Aaron Lansky has earned a wealth of experience. He was awarded a MacArthur Genius Grant in 1986, and in 2005 authored the book Outwitting History: The Amazing Adventured of a Man Who Rescued a Million Yiddish Books. Today he is still the president of the Yiddish Book Center and a passionate advocate for knowledge dissemination. During the NEA Fall 2016 Meeting, Lanksy will present, “Treasure for the Finding : The Ongoing Adventures of the Yiddish Book Center.” His talk will chronicle the Center’s latest adventures and delve into the role that archivists and librarians have in broadening the public’s understanding of our history and how that will influence our future.

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How are you getting to Amherst for the NEA Fall 2016 Meeting? If you need a ride or have extra room in your car in exchange for fine company (and/or gas money) -- We've created an online, self-service carpooling sign-up sheet where you can connect with other members looking to share a ride. Just enter your name and contact info, when and from where you're traveling, and whether you're a driver (with a car) or a rider. Then, wait to be contacted by other carpoolers, or go ahead and contact others who list pick-up locations and dates in line with your travel plans. **Please note that members are entirely responsible for making their own arrangements, including meeting times, sharing the cost of gas, etc., and for following through with their plans.**

NEA Fall 2016 Meeting
Bridging the Gaps
Friday, October 14, 2016 | 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Yiddish Book Center | Amherst, MA

See you in Amherst!

NEA Offering SAA Webinars

Michelle Romero — Mon, 19 Sep 2016 13:09:56 GMT

The New England Archivists is in the process of scheduling three SAA webinars to be held at three different institutions this fall. These events will be the equivalent of a half-day workshop and provide you with an opportunity to network and learn with your fellow archivists and like-minded professionals. Attendees will attend a webinar in person at a host institution and then afterwards participate in a discussion about the topic.

If you are interested in attending or hosting one of these webinars, fill out our survey by September 28th to indicate your top three choices for webinars. This is the perfect way to work towards your Digital Archives Specialist (DAS) certificate or Arrangement and Description certificate or advance your digital archives skills. If you plan to take the DAS or A&D exam afterwards, there is an additional fee payable to the Society of American Archivists (details to follow).

Interested in volunteering your institution as a host? Make sure to include your contact information and the number of people you can host when you fill out the webinar survey. Please respond to the survey no later than Wednesday, September 28, 2016. Webinars will be scheduled for the fall of 2016. Questions or comments? Email the education committee at education@newenglandarchivists.org or submit them on the survey.

Fall 2016 NEA Meeting at the Yiddish Book Center

Michelle Romero — Fri, 16 Sep 2016 13:13:28 GMT

How are you getting to the Yiddish Book Center for the New England Archivists' Fall 2016 Meeting? For the first time, NEA is making a chartered bus available to any registered attendee who is interested. We want to make sure ALL members are able to get to Amherst, MA. This year’s fall meeting, "Bridging the Gaps," will explore ways the archival profession can reach across divisions and work with stakeholders to expand access to collections and document underrepresented communities and issues.

Details about the program are now on the NEA website.

The bus will depart from and return to Simmons College in Boston, at LeFavour Hall near the corner of Avenue Louis Pasteur and The Fenway, and stop and leave from the Yiddish Book Center Parking lot in Amherst. Space is limited and the last day to register for the bus is Friday, September 23rd. In case of underenrollment, the bus will be cancelled after that deadline. Full refunds will be available.

Bus Schedule for Friday, 10/14/16:
Departure: Boston, 10:00am
Arrival: Amherst, around 12-12:30pm

Departure: Amherst, 5:15pm
Arrival: Boston, around 7:30pm

Don't miss what promises to be a very interesting meeting because of transportation. Reserve a seat for the bus when you register for the meeting.

NEA Fall 2016 Meeting
Bridging the Gaps
Friday, October 14, 2016 | 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Yiddish Book Center | Amherst, MA

Already registered for the meeting, but you now want to add the bus? Anyone interested in changing their registration status can contact the NEA Registrar at registrar@newenglandarchivists.org.

See you in Amherst!

Help innovate NEA: Become a Mentor Leader

Michelle Romero — Wed, 14 Sep 2016 14:32:22 GMT

Dear NEA Community,

The New England Archivists' Membership Committee is seeking volunteers to help run our developing Mentoring Program. Respond by September 15 if you are interested in becoming either:

Mentoring Administrator: We are looking for an individual to coordinate and manage the mentoring liaisons, mentors, and mentees. They will study the Mentoring Task Force report and, based on its recommendations, relaunch a formalized mentoring program; recruit, organize, and support the liaisons; and work with the Communications Committee to promote the activities of the program. The Mentoring Administrator serves for two years under the umbrella of the Membership Committee and will report all activity to the Membership Committee Cochairs and, when requested, to the NEA Executive Board.

Mentoring Liaison: We are looking for 2 or 3 Mentoring Liaisons to take on support roles in mentoring circles. Liaisons will provide program information to participants and assist mentors with logistical tasks, including scheduling meetings and acting as mediators when issues or concerns arise within a circle. Liaisons will help mentors brainstorm discussions and activities as requested. The Mentoring Liaisons serve for two years as members of the Membership Committee. They report directly to the Mentoring Administrator and keep the Membership Committee Cochairs and the NEA Board informed about circle activities.

Please consider nominating yourself for one of these rewarding opportunities. NEA's Mentoring Program has been in the works since 2013 when, with the support of several experienced NEA members, the Roundtable for Early Professionals and Students (REPS) leadership piloted a mentoring circle program for its members. In the pilot year, three mentoring circles were each led by a team of two mentors—members of the NEA community with differing levels of experience—with 4 or 5 mentees from the REPS membership participating. The circles were supported by liaisons from the REPS leadership, who were responsible for scheduling of meetings and communicating with participants.

This is an excellent opportunity to become involved in NEA, network, and build your professional resume. If you are interested in either the Mentoring Administrator or one of the Mentoring Liaison positions, please prepare a short statement of purpose and email it to the Cochairs of the Membership Committee by September 15, 2016.

After the deadline, we will review all statements and determine the most effective individual from the nominees. If you have further questions about the positions or the program, please contact the Membership Cochairs.

Thank you.
Membership Committee Cochairs
Pamela Hopkins (psmhopkins@gmail.com)
Heather Mumford (Heather_Mumford@hms.harvard.edu)

NEA Spring 2017 Meeting: Call for Proposals

Michelle Romero — Tue, 13 Sep 2016 16:19:45 GMT

New England Archivists invites submissions of session proposals for the Spring 2017 Meeting to be held March 22 - 25, 2017, in Hyannis, Massachusetts. This year’s conference theme is Changing Tides, with a focus on collaboration in a changed environment. Deadline for proposals is November 1, 2016.

Want to discuss the results of a pilot study or program? Have you road-tested an assessment or practice that breaks with tradition in some way? Has your institution collaborated with “non-scholarly” users for a novel or even a disruptive (i.e., innovative) project? We’d love to hear from you. We're also interested in session proposals from first-time presenters and those new to the archives profession.

The NEA Spring 2017 Program Committee invites proposals on all topics but is especially interested in the following:
     -- collaboration with new or unique user groups
     -- trained archivists working in "non-archivist" roles – Archivists who have seen the profession grow and change – in what ways?
     -- Cape Cod history and culture
     -- cross-disciplinary projects
     -- projects or initiatives with direct, collaborative involvement from archives users
     -- digital humanities
     -- digital curation and digital forensics

NEW RESOURCE: In order to facilitate collaboration, the NEA Spring 2017 Program Committee has created an online space for interested speakers to develop session proposals together. Use this space to connect with your colleagues about potential session topics and formats. (Please note: this collaborative space will be accessible until the deadline for proposals on November 1, 2016).

For more information about potential session types and how to submit a proposal -- see the Spring 2017 Meeting Session Proposal Form.

Questions? Contact program chair, Krista Ferrante at kferrante@mitre.org or co-chair Erica Boudreau at ericacathryn@gmail.com.

Last chance for early-bird rates for the October SAA Workshop

Michelle Romero — Mon, 12 Sep 2016 12:59:18 GMT

Going to the New England Archivist's Fall 2016 Meeting? Working towards earning your DAS certificate? Make it a long weekend and register for SAA’s workshop on “Privacy and Confidentiality Issues in Digital Archives” on Thursday, October 13th at Hampshire College. Take advantage of this workshop taught by instructor Peter Hirtle who is known for his expert knowledge on addressing intellectual property issues.

This course covers privacy and confidentiality legal issues specific to archives of digital material. You'll examine the intersection of (and the tension between) privacy/confidentiality, free speech and freedom to research/write, and focus on how electronic records and the digital realm have altered the scene. You'll look at privacy and confidentiality issues in the context of third party rights, donors, special situations such as medical and education records, national security legislation, and the overriding impact of the digital world. Through case studies, you will examine specific situations pertinent to the work of archivists. While participants should be familiar with basic concepts of privacy and confidentiality, a brief review of the development of these concepts will be provided to ground the discussion. The focus of the day will be on how to think through and identify options for resolving the most commonly-encountered privacy and confidentiality legal issues around electronic records.

Early-bird registration ends TOMORROW, Tuesday, September 13th. For more information and to register, visit the SAA website. If you are a member of NEA, but not SAA, you are eligible for $25 off of the SAA non-member workshop rate. Log into the NEA website to get the special promotional code to receive the discount when you register on the SAA website. The discount will be activated manually by SAA staff.

Workshop: Privacy and Confidentiality Issues in Digital Archives #1753 [A&D, DAS]
Instructor: Peter Hirtle, Affiliate Fellow of the Berkman Center for Internet and Society at Harvard University
Thursday, October 13, 2016 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Hampshire College | Amherst, MA

Fall 2016 NEA Meeting – Bus from Boston to Amherst

Michelle Romero — Fri, 09 Sep 2016 15:25:40 GMT

New for the Fall 2016 Meeting - In an effort to make sure all of our members will be able to get to the Fall 2016 Meeting, New England Archivists is excited to offer a chartered bus to provide a greener, more affordable, and easier travel option to get from Boston to Amherst. The bus is fully equipped with WiFi, a bathroom, and other amenities, so we hope you will join us and travel sustainably and in style!

Bus Schedule Friday 10/14/16:
Departure: Boston, 10:00am
Arrival: Amherst, around 12-12:30pm

Departure: Amherst, 5:15pm
Arrival: Boston, around 7:30pm

Sign up for the bus when you register for the meeting

NEA Fall 2016 Meeting
Bridging the Gaps
Friday, October 14, 2016 | 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Yiddish Book Center | Amherst, MA
Registration opens August 22nd

In case of underenrollment, the bus may be cancelled. Full refunds will be available.

See you in Amherst!

NEA at the Yiddish Book Center

Michelle Romero — Wed, 07 Sep 2016 12:40:51 GMT

Registration is now open for the New England Archivists' Fall 2016 Meeting on Friday, October 14th, at the Yiddish Book Center in Amherst, Massachusetts. This year’s fall meeting, "Bridging the Gaps," will explore ways the archival profession can reach across divisions and work with stakeholders to expand access to collections and document underrepresented communities and issues.

If you come to Amherst earlier in the day, be sure to reserve a spot on one of the tours of the Yiddish Book Center. In the late 1970s, then-graduate student Aaron Lansky (the NEA Fall 2016 Meeting's plenary speaker) discovered that untold numbers of irreplaceable Yiddish books were being discarded by American-born Jews unable to read the language of their Yiddish-speaking parents and grandparents. Organizing a nationwide network of zamlers (volunteer book collectors), in 1980 Lansky launched a campaign to save the world's remaining Yiddish books and materials, founding the Yiddish Book Center. In less than four decades, Yiddish works have gone from being endangered to being one of the most thriving, open, and shared in-print literatures in the world.

The Yiddish Book Center will be offering tours on Friday, October 14th, at 10:45 AM and 11:30 AM, prior to the afternoon meeting. Please reserve a spot by filling out our Tour Sign Up form – space is limited.

Take advantage of our early-bird rates and register online today.*

And this year, for the first time, NEA will offer a chartered bus to provide a greener and more affordable travel option from Boston to Amherst. Sign up for the bus when you register for the meeting.

NEA Fall 2016 Meeting
Bridging the Gaps
Friday, October 14, 2016 | 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Yiddish Book Center | Amherst, MA

* Anyone interested in changing their registration status can contact the registrar at registrar@newenglandarchivists.org

See you in Amherst!

SAA Workshop on Privacy: UPDATE

Michelle Romero — Thu, 25 Aug 2016 16:49:36 GMT

This week we sent out a notice about the October 13th SAA workshop on “Privacy and Confidentiality Issues in Digital Archives.” And now we've recently learned there is a special discount for NEA members who are not already SAA members. If you are a member of NEA, but not SAA, you are eligible for $25 off of the SAA non-member workshop rate. Log into the NEA website to get the special promotional code to receive the discount when you register on the SAA website. The discount will be activated manually by SAA staff.

Early-bird registration ends September 13th, so take advantage of this workshop taught by instructor Peter Hirtle who is known for his expert knowledge on addressing intellectual property issues. This course covers privacy and confidentiality legal issues specific to archives of digital material. You'll examine the intersection of (and the tension between) privacy/confidentiality, free speech and freedom to research/write, and focus on how electronic records and the digital realm have altered the scene. You'll look at privacy and confidentiality issues in the context of third party rights, donors, special situations such as medical and education records, national security legislation, and the overriding impact of the digital world. Through case studies, you will examine specific situations pertinent to the work of archivists. While participants should be familiar with basic concepts of privacy and confidentiality, a brief review of the development of these concepts will be provided to ground the discussion. The focus of the day will be on how to think through and identify options for resolving the most commonly-encountered privacy and confidentiality legal issues around electronic records.

Workshop: Privacy and Confidentiality Issues in Digital Archives #1753 [A&D, DAS]
Instructor: Peter Hirtle, Affiliate Fellow of the Berkman Center for Internet and Society at Harvard University
Thursday, October 13, 2016 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Hampshire College | Amherst, MA

NEA is looking for Mentors

Michelle Romero — Wed, 24 Aug 2016 13:03:33 GMT

Dear NEA Community,

The New England Archivists' Membership Committee is seeking volunteers to help run our developing Mentoring Program:

Mentoring Administrator: We are looking for an individual to coordinate and manage the mentoring liaisons, mentors, and mentees. They will study the Mentoring Task Force report and, based on its recommendations, relaunch a formalized mentoring program; recruit, organize, and support the liaisons; and work with the Communications Committee to promote the activities of the program. The Mentoring Administrator serves for two years under the umbrella of the Membership Committee and will report all activity to the Membership Committee Cochairs and, when requested, to the NEA Executive Board.

Mentoring Liaison: We are looking for 2 or 3 Mentoring Liaisons to take on support roles in mentoring circles. Liaisons will provide program information to participants and assist mentors with logistical tasks, including scheduling meetings and acting as mediators when issues or concerns arise within a circle. Liaisons will help mentors brainstorm discussions and activities as requested. The Mentoring Liaisons serve for two years as members of the Membership Committee. They report directly to the Mentoring Administrator and keep the Membership Committee Cochairs and the NEA Board informed about circle activities.

Please consider nominating yourself for one of these rewarding opportunities. NEA's Mentoring Program has been in the works since 2013 when, with the support of several experienced NEA members, the Roundtable for Early Professionals and Students (REPS) leadership piloted a mentoring circle program for its members. In the pilot year, three mentoring circles were each led by a team of two mentors—members of the NEA community with differing levels of experience—with 4 or 5 mentees from the REPS membership participating. The circles were supported by liaisons from the REPS leadership, who were responsible for scheduling of meetings and communicating with participants.

This is an excellent opportunity to become involved in NEA, network, and build your professional resume. If you are interested in either the Mentoring Administrator or one of the Mentoring Liaison positions, please prepare a short statement of purpose and email it to the Cochairs of the Membership Committee by September 15, 2016.

After the deadline, we will review all statements and determine the most effective individual from the nominees. If you have further questions about the positions or the program, please contact the Membership Cochairs.

Thank you.
Membership Committee Cochairs
Pamela Hopkins (psmhopkins@gmail.com)
Heather Mumford (Heather_Mumford@hms.harvard.edu)

October workshop on Privacy Issues for Digital Archives

Michelle Romero — Tue, 23 Aug 2016 13:15:58 GMT

Going to the New England Archivist's Fall 2016 Meeting? Working towards earning your DAS certificate? Make it a long weekend and register for SAA’s workshop on “Privacy and Confidentiality Issues in Digital Archives” on Thursday, October 13th at Hampshire College. Take advantage of this workshop taught by instructor Peter Hirtle who is known for his expert knowledge on addressing intellectual property issues.

This course covers privacy and confidentiality legal issues specific to archives of digital material. You'll examine the intersection of (and the tension between) privacy/confidentiality, free speech and freedom to research/write, and focus on how electronic records and the digital realm have altered the scene. You'll look at privacy and confidentiality issues in the context of third party rights, donors, special situations such as medical and education records, national security legislation, and the overriding impact of the digital world. Through case studies, you will examine specific situations pertinent to the work of archivists. While participants should be familiar with basic concepts of privacy and confidentiality, a brief review of the development of these concepts will be provided to ground the discussion. The focus of the day will be on how to think through and identify options for resolving the most commonly-encountered privacy and confidentiality legal issues around electronic records.

Early bird registration ends September 13th. For more information and to register, visit http://saa.archivists.org/events/privacy-and-confidentiality-issues-in-digital-archives-1753/725/

Workshop: Privacy and Confidentiality Issues in Digital Archives #1753 [A&D, DAS]
Instructor: Peter Hirtle, Affiliate Fellow of the Berkman Center for Internet and Society at Harvard University
Thursday, October 13, 2016 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Hampshire College | Amherst, MA

Register today for the NEA Fall 2016 Meeting

Michelle Romero — Fri, 19 Aug 2016 12:38:42 GMT

BRIDGING THE GAPS

Registration is now open for the New England Archivists' Fall 2016 Meeting on Friday, October 14th at the Yiddish Book Center in Amherst, Massachusetts. This year's meeting, "Bridging the Gaps" will explore ways the archival profession can reach across divisions and work with stakeholders to expand access to collections and document underrepresented communities and issues.

-- Hear Yiddish Book Center founder and president Aaron Lansky speak about his ongoing work to rescue and make accessible the endangered literature of Yiddish-speaking people
-- Attend a panel discussion on promoting access across boundaries created by language, gender, and differing abilities
-- Finish up the day with a series of short presentations by NEA members.

Explore NEA's new website design and find out more about the Fall Meeting program.

Tours of the Yiddish Book Center and the Hampshire College Archives and Special Collections will be offered in the morning before the meeting begins. And this year, for the first time, NEA will offer a chartered bus to provide a greener and more affordable travel option from Boston to Amherst.

Take advantage of our early-bird rates and register online today.

NEA Fall 2016 Meeting
Bridging the Gaps
Friday, October 14, 2016 | 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Yiddish Book Center | Amherst, MA
Registration opens August 22nd

EARLY-BIRD RATES:
     NEA members: $45 ($70 with bus)
     NEA members bridge*: $34 ($59 with bus)
     Student members: $22 ($47 with bus)
     Non-members: $60 ($85 with bus)

* Bridge rates are reserved for NEA members in good standing who self-identify as un- or under-employed

See you in Amherst!

MA Funding Restored

Michelle Romero — Mon, 01 Aug 2016 18:10:53 GMT

Two weeks ago the New England Archivists sent out a letter of appeal to help save funding to the Massachusetts Cultural Council (MCC) and the Massachusetts Center for the Book.

VICTORY! Funding was restored after State House lawmakers overrode Gov. Charlie Baker’s 55% budget cut. Thank your legislators! Read more about the restored budget on the Boston Globe.

NEA President, Jennifer Gunter King received a thank you email from MA State Senator, Stan Rosenberg:

Jennifer

Thanks for your email regarding Governor Baker’s FY17 vetoes to the Legislature’s budget. Earlier this month, the Legislature passed a balanced budget reflecting its priorities including investments in education, the arts, and assisting those who are in need of a helping hand. I am pleased to inform you that over the last two weeks, the Legislature was successful in restoring funding for many of these important programs. Included in these overrides was the restored funding for the Mass Cultural Council (MCC), a program I have passionately supported for many years. We also restored funding for our libraries and important literacy programs such as the Center for the Book. The Legislature was also successful in restoring funding for programs supported in line-item 4512-0200 which provides important addiction treatment services. As the Commonwealth continues to endure an opioid addiction epidemic, it is important that we remain committed to supporting these critical services. We were also successful in restoring language that requires health insurance companies to cover treatment for chronic Lyme disease, ensuring those suffering from this debilitating disease can receive the treatment they need to live normal lives.

The Legislature continued its commitment to helping those in need with restored funding to several programs assisting those that are homeless or in danger of becoming homeless. Included in overrides was line-item 7003-0102 funding Emergency Assistance Family Shelters, and line-item 7004-3036 which funds programs for assistance to homeless Individuals. Finally, the Legislature restored language for Municipal Retiree Health Insurance Premium Freeze to protect retirees from increases in insurance costs. Since all overrides must originate in the House, several important issues were never debated in the Senate. For a complete list of budget overrides please visit our website.

Thanks again for taking the time to weigh in on this issue. I appreciate hearing from constituents on matter of importance to them. Please do not hesitate to contact my office, should you have any additional questions, comments, or concerns. For more information on issues affecting our district and the Commonwealth as a whole, please visit my website at: www.stanrosenberg.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/senatorstanrosenberg or follow me on Twitter @SenStan.

Stan

The NEA website has been redesigned

Michelle Romero — Tue, 26 Jul 2016 12:46:31 GMT

It's been a long time coming, but the New England Archivists is getting a new website! We've worked hard to make our new site friendly, intuitive, organized, and informative. Over the next few weeks, you'll see some changes as we work on transferring the site over.

We invite everyone to explore the completely updated site on August 22nd as early-bird registration for the NEA Fall 2016 Meeting opens. Contact the NEA Web Administrator, Kelli Bogan (webmaster@newenglandarchivists.org), with any comments or questions. We look forward to hearing your thoughts.

NEA Fall 2016 Meeting: Call for Proposals

Michelle Romero — Wed, 20 Jul 2016 15:25:26 GMT

NEA Fall 2016 Meeting
Bridging the Gaps
Friday, October 14, 2016 | 1:00-5:00 pm
Yiddish Book Center, Amherst, MA

New England Archivists invites submissions of short presentation proposals for the concluding portion of the Fall Meeting to be held October 14, 2016, at the Yiddish Book Center in Amherst, Massachusetts. It will be a wonderful opportunity to broaden the discussion of this meeting's theme, Bridging the Gaps. Special consideration will be given to students and first-time presenters. The deadline for proposals is July 30, 2016.

During Bridging the Gaps, we will explore inspiring examples of how archivists, associated professionals, and records stakeholders are working to bridge gaps in collection development and accessibility of materials.

The Fall 2016 Program Committee is especially interested in proposals about the following:
    -- Improving the accessibility of collections
    -- Adapting and expanding language to better connect with our audiences
    -- Building diverse collections that reach new users
    -- Connecting with and serving under-documented communities
    -- Fostering relationships between archivists and stakeholders, including records creators and users, outside of traditional repositories

Four proposals will be selected. Presentations will be followed by a moderated discussion among presenters, earlier panelists, and attendees. Presentations must be no longer than 7 minutes and must be in one of the following formats:
    -- Lightning talk - a concise presentation that may or may not include a simple visual element, such as a PowerPoint presentation with three to five slides.
    -- PechaKucha - a presentation during which a 20-slide PowerPoint presentation advances automatically at the rate of 20 seconds per slide.
    -- TED talk - a short verbal presentation that may or may not include a visual element.

Submissions should include the following elements:
    1. working title of your presentation;
    2. brief description of the topic;
    3. name and contact information of the participant(s); and
    4. presentation format.

Please submit your proposals by July 30, 2016, to program chairs Annalisa Moretti and Blake Spitz with the subject line NEA Fall 2016 Meeting Presentation Proposal (annalisacmoretti@gmail.com and bspitz@library.umass.edu). If your proposal is selected, you will be contacted by a member of the Program Committee.

Please note: Upon acceptance, all presenters are required to register for the conference at the early-bird rate and fund their travel expenses.

NEA Boston Summer 2016 Social Event!

Michelle Romero — Tue, 19 Jul 2016 12:44:35 GMT

*New England Archivists Boston Summer 2016 Social Event!*

The NEA Membership Committee and REPS invite all NEA members to our Summer Meet-up. Chat with fellow members, network a bit, and talk to folks attending SAA in Atlanta. All are welcome.

NEA purchases snacks, drinks on your own.

Tuesday July 26, 2016
4:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
John Harvard’s Brewery and Ale House

Harvard Square
33 Dunster Street
Cambridge, MA 02138

Mass Transportation:
Nearest MBTA Subway Stops: Harvard Square Station
Nearest MBTA Bus line: Harvard Square station

See you on the 26th!

MA Cultural Resources at Risk

Michelle Romero — Fri, 15 Jul 2016 13:23:52 GMT

While today’s news included a historic appointment at the Library of Congress, it also included local news that the New England Archivists believes demands immediate action.

The good news first. The library that has served our Congress and has acted as our national repository is now to be led by Dr. Carla D. Hayden, the 14th Librarian of Congress, as well as the first woman and first African American to hold the post. Our libraries are reflections of their communities, and it is critical that American communities see themselves in the collections and spaces that our libraries, archives, and museums provide.

Now the bad news. Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker vetoed the Legislature's proposed Massachusetts Cultural Council budget and slashed arts funding by 55%. This cut would fund the creative community at $6.5 million, a level not seen since 1994. Last Friday, Governor Baker also vetoed 100% of spending on Massachusetts Center for the Book in FY2017, effectively shutting its doors.

We need to send a strong message quickly to our Governor that the cuts will directly impact our collective efforts to represent and document all people, including those whose stories are often left out of the record. We can do this today by writing to our representatives (see links below) or appealing to the Governor directly.

Governor Baker’s vetoes include Massachusetts Center for the Book line item:
http://massbook.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/MassCenterfortheBook.veto_.override.7.12.16-2-1.pdf

Governor Proposes Devastating Cuts to Arts & Culture via Veto:
http://www.massculturalcouncil.org/news/Governor_Veto_FY17.asp

Let's override Gov. Baker's arts veto – MASSCREATIVE Action Center:
https://www.votervoice.net/MAARTS/campaigns/47339/respond

I have no doubt that the pressure on the Governor to support critical infrastructures across the Commonwealth led to these decisions. Yet, the arts and our cultural heritage resources, including our libraries, archives, and museums, are essential to our communities and for creating an inclusive and anti-racist world. Here is a personal story of how archives and museums and libraries do this.

Two weeks ago I went to the Immigration Museum on Ellis Island, New York. There I could learn about, see, and feel what some of our immigrant ancestors went through to gain entry into this country. Through the photographs, oral histories, and letters, preserved and on display, I could grasp the justices and the injustices, as some were granted access that others were denied. With anguish, I also saw the barriers that prevented some from ever stepping foot on American soil. As today’s refugees seek safety and opportunity, and our own contemporary multicultural world sometimes forgets why, and how easily, humans institutionalize unjust barriers to liberty, it is our libraries, archives, and museums that remind us—that provide the vital evidence to inform our narrative of the past and for the future. Our cultural heritage institutions are the foundation of our democracy.

Please help the New England Archivists support the Library of Congress’ new leadership, and encourage our government to fund crucial access to information, and history.

Yours in earnest,
Jennifer Gunter King, President
New England Archivists

Help lead NEA: run for a position on the NEA Board

Michelle Romero — Wed, 13 Jul 2016 15:00:28 GMT

The New England Archivists Nominating Committee is seeking potential archival leaders to run for three open Executive Board positions. This year's election will include:
-- Vice President/President-Elect
-- Treasurer
-- Representative-at-Large

Think about nominating yourself or a colleague for one of these positions. Serving on the NEA Board is a great way to build your resume, network with other archivists in the community, and help make decisions that will drive our institution. Help keep NEA vital, welcoming, and fun.

We encourage NEA members at any stage of their career to consider running. If you are interested in stepping into a regional leadership position or know someone who would be a good candidate, please use the nomination form. Nominations are due by August 1st. All submissions are anonymous and confidential.

Find out more information about being part of the NEA Board:
-- Responsibilities assigned to the Vice President/President-Elect, Treasurer, and Representative-at-Large.

-- Current Board initiatives are outlined in NEA’s 2015-2020 Strategic Plan.

-- Questions about the election and nominating process can be sent to the chair of the Nominating Committee, Colin Lukens (colin_lukens@harvard.edu).

Help us continue to make NEA a better organization for all our members.

Thank you,

The 2016 Nominating Committee:
Colin Lukens, Chair
Sarah Demb
Lisa Long Feldmann
Peter Nelson
Adrienne Pruitt
Megan Schwenke

NEA board meeting July 8th.

Michelle Romero — Tue, 28 Jun 2016 12:46:06 GMT

NEA EXECUTIVE BOARD MEETING
Friday July 8, 2016
Time: 10:00 am – 4:00 p.m.
Location: 202 Burlington Rd. Bedford, MA at the MITRE Corporation in C Building
Please note: A government issued ID is required to enter the building.

All NEA members are welcome to attend the NEA Executive Board quarterly meeting on Friday, July 8. RSVP is not necessary but preferred. Please contact Krista at kferrante@mitre.org if you plan to attend. You can read the board meeting agenda on the NEA website.

You can always access board meeting minutes on the NEA website.

Travel Details:

Location & Directions

https://www.mitre.org/about/corporate-overview/locations-and-directions

Bus

The MBTA 351 bus stops at MITRE by the M building garage on the Route 62 side. The 351 bus schedule can be viewed at the MBTA’s website. The schedule is also posted in M lobby. This bus runs one way only in the morning and afternoon. The bus leaves Alewife Station every half-hour from 6:15 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. and leaves Oak Park (Crosby Drive) from 3:15 to 6:15 going to Alewife. Please refer to the MBTA website for a more detailed schedule and map.
MBTA Park and Ride Lots
The Lowell Regional Transit Authority (LRTA) has a bus that comes right through the MITRE complex. The bus stop is located at the entrance to the MITRE parking garage facing Rt 62. The Route 14 bus runs from the Lowell transit center through Billerica, Burlington and Bedford. The bus leaves the transit center about every two hours from 6:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and leaves the Lahey Clinic about every two hours from 7:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. The LRTA also sells monthly passes which employees have to purchase from their distributor. Please refer to their website for a more detailed schedule.

Rail

MBTA Lowell Line – Ride the commuter rail from North Station to Lowell.

Two open positions at Journal of Contemporary Archival Studies

Michelle Romero — Fri, 24 Jun 2016 12:49:15 GMT

The Journal of Contemporary Archival Studies (JCAS), a peer-reviewed online journal hosted by Yale University and New England Archivists, seeks an Associate Editor and a Marketing Associate. All interested candidates should apply by August 1, 2016. See below for details.

JCAS's mission is to further awareness of issues and developments in the work of professional archivists, curators, and historians, and serve as a locus for graduate students and professionals in library science, archival science, and public history to contribute original works of research and inquiry for peer review and publication. JCAS publishes research articles, case studies, literature reviews (book, web-based, multimedia), work-in-progress articles, and conference reports that emphasize unique intellectual and technological developments in the archival profession. JCAS is an open-access, online academic journal published via the Berkeley Electronic Press Digital Commons platform.

ASSOCIATE EDITOR The Associate Editor collaborates with the Managing Editor in soliciting, selecting, and developing content for the journal. The Associate Editor reviews assigned submissions and oversees the peer review process for them: reading and evaluating reports submitted by peer reviewers and recommending to the Managing Editor whether the manuscripts should be accepted for publication, accepted for publication with revisions, or rejected for publication. The Associate Editor participates in outreach programming whenever possible and assists in the solicitation of submissions on an ongoing basis. This person will serve a term of three years, with the opportunity to serve a second term if desired.

MARKETING ASSOCIATE
The Marketing Associate generates and oversees all publicity, networking, and liaison work for the journal's social media presence. The Marketing Associate manages all incoming and outgoing communications and coordinates outreach events with the NEA Communications Committee. This person will serve a term of two years, with the opportunity to serve a second term if desired.

Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume and a short cover letter for consideration by the NEA Executive Board. Deadline for submission is August 1, 2016. Applications and questions should be directed to NEA Immediate Past President Colin Lukens: colin_lukens@harvard.edu.

Event honoring Kathryn Hammond Baker

Michelle Romero — Thu, 02 Jun 2016 12:59:51 GMT

Please excuse the cross-postings. New England Archivists would like to make our members aware of an opportunity to attend an event at Harvard University's Countway Library honoring Kathryn Hammond Baker. All are welcome to attend:

Kathryn Hammond Baker Memorial and Strategic Conversation with Ixchel Faniel
Thursday, June 9 | 1:00–4:00 pm

Countway Library, Lahey Room
Longwood Medical Area
10 Shattuck Street | Boston, MA 02115

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1:00–2:00 pm | Kathryn Hammond Baker Memorial
Please join fellow friends and colleagues as we remember Kathryn.

2:30–4:00 pm | Improving Support for Researchers: How Data Reuse Can Inform Data Curation
In this talk, Ixchel Faniel from OCLC will discuss data reuse practices within academic communities as a means to inform data curation. Knowledge of data reuse and curation processes can shape the activities and services of researchers, librarians, and other information professionals in order to enhance data reuse and accelerate research discoveries. Refreshments will be served from 2:00 to 2:30 pm.

Strategic Conversations at Harvard Library are funded through the generosity of The Bradley M. and Terrie F. Bloom Family Fund.

NEA at Mass History Conference

Michelle Romero — Fri, 20 May 2016 12:41:53 GMT

Join the New England Archivists at the 2016 Massachusetts History Conference:

Putting History on the Map Together: In Town, County, and Across the Commonwealth
June 13, 2016
College of the Holy Cross, Worcester, MA

Join us for a public conversation about advocacy for local and public history organizations in Massachusetts, along with a program filled with opportunities to meet, network, and collaborate. Participate in workshops; learn about grants; participate in skills development for professionals or volunteers in public history.

Keynote speaker: Steve Bromage, Executive Director of the Maine Historical Society and the Maine Memory Network.

See the full program and register at http://masshumanities.org/programs/mass-history/history-conference-2016/

Make sure to check out the NEA-sponsored and archives-related talks:

1:30-2:45
Digital Tools for Sharing Your Collections
Participants learn about and try out popular and readily-available archival digital tools, many of which are used by large archives, including Omeka, Flickr, Wikipedia, the Internet Archive, WordPress, digital humanities mapping, networks, and text analysis tools. What tools have you used to share and develop information with collaborators at a distance? Session includes tips, instruction, discussion, and hands-on learning.
     Presenters:
     Marta Crilly, Boston City Archives
     Jenny Gotwals, Schlesinger Library, Harvard University
     Nicholas Houlahan, Simmons College
     James McGrath, Brown University
     Michelle Montalbano, Simmons College
     Anna Newman, Simmons College
     Greta Suiter, Institute Archives and Special Collections at MIT Libraries
     Mark Vassar, Schlesinger Library, Harvard University
     Jessica Venlet, Institute Archives and Special Collections at MIT Libraries

3:15-4:30
Setting Up an Archives
Participants learn how to set up an archives for a small historical organization, with practical tips from the trenches.
     Presenters:
     Jeannette A. Bastian, Simmons College
     Michelle Chiles, Rhode Island Historical Society
     Rachel Onuf, Roving Archivist

3:15-4:30
Invitation to Collaborate
Working together for public history: learn about engaging collaboration opportunities currently available to historical organizations throughout Massachusetts, including cataloguing and or digitizing your materials, or participating in gathering up local memories and historical materials along with others.
     Presenters:
     Tom Blake, Boston Public Library / Digital Commonwealth
     Rob Cox, Special Collections & University Archives, University of Massachusetts Amherst
     Carolyn Goldstein, Mass Memories Road Show / University of Massachusetts Boston
     Desiree Hamelin, Freedom’s Way Trail Initiative
     Elizabeth Thomsen, Digital Commonwealth

This conference is sponsored by the American Association for State and Local History, Mass Humanities, Massachusetts Historical Society, Massachusetts State Historical Records Advisory Board (MA SHRAB), New England Archivists, University of Massachusetts Amherst Program in Public History, University of Massachusetts Boston Public History and Archives Tracks and the Joseph P. Healey Library

EXTENDED: Call for an NEA Mentoring Administrator

Michelle Romero — Tue, 17 May 2016 12:55:31 GMT

Dear NEA community,

The deadline to apply to volunteer as Mentoring Administrator has been extended to May 22nd. This administrator, whose sole responsibility will be to the Mentoring Program, will be a member of the Membership Committee and will serve for two years.

The Mentoring Administrator will be responsible for supporting the mentoring liaisons, mentors, and mentees. S/he will study the Mentoring Task Force report and, according to its recommendations, relaunch a formalized Mentoring Program. S/he will recruit and organize the liaisons and work with the Communications Committee to promote the activities of the program. The administrator will report on all program activity to the Membership Co-Chairs and, when requested, to the NEA Executive Board.

If you are interested in this great opportunity to get involved with NEA and help develop one of our newer innovative programs, please prepare a short statement of purpose and email it by May 22, 2016, to the Co-Chairs of the Membership Committee:
Pamela Hopkins (psmhopkins@gmail.com)
Heather Mumford (Heather_Mumford@hms.harvard.edu)

If you have further questions, please contact the Membership Co-Chairs.

Thank you.
NEA Membership Committee

NEA's summer workshop on records management

Michelle Romero — Tue, 03 May 2016 12:57:13 GMT

Early-bird registration for the New England Archivists' June workshop on records management programs ends May 15th. Register now to take advantage of the early-bird rates.

ABOUT THE WORKSHOP:
As archivists, we're very familiar with one part of the "records lifecycle" -- how can we leverage our knowledge to make records management happen? This workshop will help you to use your expertise and skills to fill in gaps. You will leave knowing how to analyze active records and records-keeping systems to help ensure that what should come to the archives actually arrives, and what doesn't need to be kept is disposed of appropriately by the right people, at the right time.
     Can you carry out risk mitigation that keeps senior management informed and supportive?
     Do you have a disaster plan not just for vital records, but for vital systems?
     Are you protecting privacy and intellectual property rights while making information available and useful? You will after this workshop!

DETAILS:
Records Management in the Round: Re-purposing your Archival Expertise to Start a Program
Tuesday, June 7, 2016, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
New England Historic Genealogical Society | Boston, MA
Instructors:
     -- Sarah Demb, Senior Records Manager/Archivist at the Harvard University Archives
     -- Sarah Polirer, Manager of Corporate Research at the Cigna Corporation, CT.

To register and for more information, visit the NEA website.

Thank you from NEA

Michelle Romero — Thu, 28 Apr 2016 12:35:38 GMT

As we finally wind down from the New England Archivists Spring 2016 Meeting earlier this month, we'd like to give a big thank you to all who made this one of NEA's best meetings yet. Take a moment to browse some photographs of the three-day event, or put all the pieces together by scrolling through tweets and photos on Storify.

And mark your calendars for NEA's Fall 2016 Meeting, Bridging the Gaps, on Friday, October 14th, at the Yiddish Book Center in Amherst, MA. Look for more information soon.

Call for an NEA Mentoring Administrator

Michelle Romero — Tue, 26 Apr 2016 12:56:58 GMT

Dear NEA community,

The New England Archivists Membership Committee is reaching out to the membership regarding the new NEA Mentoring Program.

In 2013, with the support of several experienced NEA members, the Roundtable for Early Professionals and Students (REPS) leadership piloted a mentoring circle program for its members. Over the course of a year, three mentoring circles were established, following an application call and matching process. Each circle was led by a team of two mentors—members of the NEA community with differing levels of experience—with four or five mentees from the REPS membership participating. The circles were supported by liaisons from the REPS leadership who were responsible for communicating with participants and scheduling meetings.

As we move to formalize the program, the NEA Membership Committee seeks an individual to act as an administrator for the Mentoring Program. This administrator, whose sole responsibility will be to the Mentoring Program, will be a member of the Membership Committee and will serve for two years.

The Mentoring Administrator will be responsible for supporting the mentoring liaisons, mentors, and mentees. S/he will study the Mentoring Task Force report and, according to its recommendations, relaunch a formalized Mentoring Program. S/he will recruit and organize the liaisons and work with the Communications Committee to promote the activities of the program. The administrator will report on all program activity to the Membership Co-Chairs and, when requested, to the NEA Executive Board.

The Membership Committee hopes you will consider nominating yourself for this rewarding opportunity.

If you are interested, please prepare a short statement of purpose and email it by May 15, 2016, to the Co-Chairs of the Membership Committee:
Pamela Hopkins - psmhopkins@gmail.com
Heather Mumford - Heather_Mumford@hms.harvard.edu

After May 15, the Membership Committee will review all statements from applicants and select the administrator. If you have further questions, please contact the Membership Co-Chairs.

Thank you.
NEA Membership Committee

NEA is going to the Mass History Conference

Michelle Romero — Mon, 25 Apr 2016 12:42:05 GMT

Join the New England Archivists at the 2016 Massachusetts History Conference:

Putting History on the Map Together: In Town, County, and Across the Commonwealth
June 13, 2016
College of the Holy Cross, Worcester, MA

Join us for a public conversation about advocacy for local and public history organizations in Massachusetts, along with a program filled with opportunities to meet, network, and collaborate. Participate in workshops; learn about grants; participate in skills development for professionals or volunteers in public history.

Keynote speaker: Steve Bromage, Executive Director of the Maine Historical Society and the Maine Memory Network.

See the full program and register at masshumanities.org

Sponsored by the American Association for State and Local History, Mass Humanities, Massachusetts Historical Society, Massachusetts State Historical Records Advisory Board (MA SHRAB), New England Archivists, University of Massachusetts Amherst Program in Public History, University of Massachusetts Boston Public History and Archives Tracks and the Joseph P. Healey Library

Thank you NEA Volunteers

Michelle Romero — Mon, 11 Apr 2016 02:08:42 GMT

Every year we rely so much on the time and energy New England Archivists members volunteer to the organization. We'd liked to recognize those volunteers who rotated off of committees over the past year.

Parting NEA Volunteers - 2015

Executive Board

Immediate Past President - Jill Snyder

Representative-at-Large - Erica Boudreau

Secretary - Adrienne Pruitt

Archival Advocacy Award Committee

Distinguished Service Award Committee

Danielle Kovacs

Nora Murphy

Audio/Visual Professional Development Award Committee

Jessica Bitely

Alison Clemens

Sara Goldberg

Communications Committee

Elise Dunham

Stephanie Warner

Constituency Task Force

Co-Chair: Erik Bauer

Co-Chair: Tom Doyle

Elise Dunham (Connecticut)

Jamie Kingman Rice (Maine)

Dan McCormack (Massachusetts)

Rodney Obien (New Hampshire)

Chelsea Gunn (Rhode Island)

Prudence Doherty (Vermont)

Education Committee

Lily Troia

Caleigh Ross

Education Coordinator

James DaMico

Haas Award Committee

Irene Gates

Marilyn Morgan

Elizabeth Russell

Hale Award Committee

Sara Goldberg

Pamela Hopkins

Kimberly Kennedy

Meeting and Travel Scholarship Committee

Kelly Francis

Maggie McNeely

Marilyn Morgan

Membership Committee

Co-Chair: Marilyn Morgan

Co-Chair: Casey Davis

Mentoring Task Force

Co-Chair: Caitlin Birch

Co-Chair: Camille Torres Hoven

Michelle Chiles

Mary Richardson

Matt Spry

Darla White

Nominating Committee

Chris Burns

Marta Crilly

Joan Gearin

Nova Seals

Newsletter Editors

Co-Chair: Pamela Hopkins

Co-Chair: Heather Mumford

Program Committee - Fall 2015

Chair: Lisa Long Feldmann

Dan Bullman

Paul Caserta

Keith Chevalier

Jim DaMico

Kristin Eshelman

Molly Frazier Macke

Shana McKenna

Kate Wells

Program Committee - Spring 2016

Chair: Megan Schwenke

Meghan Bailey

John Campopiano

Marta Crilly

Sarah Funke-Donovan

Danielle Kovacs

Olivia Mandica-Hart

Martha Meacham

Nora Murphy

Matt Spry

Melanie Wisner

Records Schedule Implementation Task Force

Co-Chair: Liz Francis

Co-Chair: Jill Snyder

Elizabeth Cousins

Abby Cramer

Adrienne Pruitt

Laura Smith

Strategic Plan 2016-2020 Task Force

Co-Chair: Caitlin Birch

Co-Chair: Jill Snyder

Erica Boudreau

Stephanie Call

Elizabeth Caron

Johanna Carll

Anna Clutterbuck-Cook

Hanna Clutterbuck-Cook

Kathryn Donahue

Maureen Jennings

Juliana Kuipers

Michael Lotstein

Colin Lukens

Taylor McNeilly

Silvia Mejia

Rose Oliveira

Caleigh Ross

Nova Seals

Jessica Sedgwick

Elizabeth Slomba

Jessica Tanny

Susan J. Von Salis Student Meeting and Travel Scholarship Committee

Michelle Chiles

Marilyn Morgan

Deborah Richards

Workshop Instructors

Caring for Historical Records: An Introduction

Anne Ostendarp

Arrangement and Description

Barbara Austen

Becoming a Better Manager

Maria Bernier

Career Development Strategies for Early Career Professionals

Annalisa Moretti & Silvia Mejia

AV 101

Casey E. Davis, Rebecca Fraimow & Elizabeth Walters

Exploring the Eye of History - Activity 3

Martha Mahard & Kathleen Deep

Congratulations to all NEA award winners

Michelle Romero — Fri, 08 Apr 2016 12:40:28 GMT

During the New England Archivists Spring 2016 Meeting in Portland, Maine, we had the opportunity to honor our colleagues for all the great work they do for the profession and for NEA... Here is the 2016 list of NEA award winners:

Archival Advocacy (presented by Immediate Past President Jill Snyder)
     ProjectARCC presented to founder Casey Davis

A/V Professional Development (presented by Rep-at-Large Jessica Sedgwick)
     Adam Schutzman to attend the 2016 Association of Moving Image Archivists Conference

Distinguished Service (presented by Immediate Past President Jill Snyder)
     Kathryn Hammond Baker (awarded posthumously) accepted by her daughter Olivia Baker

Hale Professional Development (presented by Rep-at-Large Jessica Sedgwick)
     Nicole Topich to attend the 2016 International Conference of Indigenous Archives, Libraries, and Museums

Inclusion and Diversity Session and Travel Award (presented by Inclusion and Diversity Coordinator Anna Clutterbuck-Cook)
     Boston Public Schools Desegregation: From Digital Library to Classroom | presenters:
Giordana Mecagni, Patricia Reeve, Marilyn Morgan, Josue Sakata, Andrew Elder, and Julia Collins Howington

NEA Member Meeting and Travel Scholarship (presented by Rep-at-Large Abby Cramer)
     Rebecca Fullerton*, Allyson Glazier, and Kate Wells

Susan von Salis Student Meeting and Travel Scholarship (presented by Kim Brookes)
     Desiree Alaniz and Hayley Lamberson

*Rebecca Fullerton also won first prize for the Friday night StorySLAM, Moths in the Archives: Stories from the Stacks, for her story "Donor Serendipity"

NEA's summer workshop on records management

Michelle Romero — Wed, 06 Apr 2016 13:09:25 GMT

Registration is now open for the New England Archivists' June workshop "Records Management in the Round: Re-purposing your Archival Expertise to Start a Program" with Sarah Demb, Senior Records Manager/Archivist at the Harvard University Archives and Sarah Polirer, Manager of Corporate Research at the Cigna Corporation, CT.

About the workshop:
As archivists, we're very familiar with one part of the "records lifecycle" -- how can we leverage our knowledge to make records management happen? This workshop will help you to use your expertise and skills to fill in gaps. You will leave knowing how to analyze active records and records-keeping systems to help ensure that what should come to the archives actually arrives, and what doesn't need to be kept is disposed of appropriately by the right people, at the right time. Can you carry out risk mitigation that keeps senior management informed and supportive? Do you have a disaster plan not just for vital records, but for vital systems? Are you protecting privacy and intellectual property rights while making information available and useful? You will after this workshop!

DETAILS:
Records Management in the Round: Re-purposing your Archival Expertise to Start a Program
Instructors: Sarah Demb, Senior Records Manager/Archivist at the Harvard University Archives and Sarah Polirer, Manager of Corporate Research at the Cigna Corporation, CT.
When: Tuesday, June 7, 2016, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Where: New England Historic Genealogical Society | Boston, MA

To register and for more information, visit the NEA website.

It's not too late for NEA Spring 2016

Michelle Romero — Wed, 30 Mar 2016 22:51:29 GMT

It's not too late to make plans to attend the New England Archivists Spring 2016 Meeting in Portland, Maine. Just stop by the registration desk on April 1st or 2nd to attend. We hope to see you there.

NEA SPRING 2016 MEETING
Uncharted Waters
Thursday, March 31 -- Saturday, April 2
Inn by the Bay Hotel in Portland, Maine

Walk-in registrations welcome beginning on Friday, April 1. Check out the NEA website for links to the three-day program,directions, and things to do in Portland. Make sure to follow us for quick updates on Twitter (#NEAsp16) and Facebook.

See you in Portland!

NEA Spring 2016 Meeting

Michelle Romero — Tue, 29 Mar 2016 15:27:57 GMT

This Thursday, March 31st is the start of the New England Archivists Spring 2016 Meeting and everyone is geared up and ready to go. As you make your plans for things to do and see, don't forget some of the interesting extras and highlights for this year's meeting:

FRIDAY, APRIL 1:

New Member Breakfast: all attendees welcome. Make sure to talk to a new NEA member!

Friday plenary speaker: Graffiti and mural artist Caleb Neelon's work ranges from cultural diplomacy projects through the U.S. State Department; curatorial advisory work at museums, projects bringing artwork to hospitals, and public artwork projects in over thirty countries around the globe. His experience documenting movements has helped him author or collaborated on more twenty books about the public artist's world.

Respite Room: Anytime during the meeting you need a break, stop by NEA's Respite Room to recharge. (The Respite Room will be available to attendees both Friday and Saturday).

Afternoon Coffee Break with the Vendors: Take a coffee break with the vendors and listen to remarks from incoming NEA President, Jennifer Gunter King.

Moths in the Archives: Stories from the Stacks: Join us for NEA's first StorySLAM featuring stories about being an archivist.

Friday night reception: End the first day of the meeting with a reception featuring food and drinks from Portland, Maine.

SATURDAY, APRIL 2:

Saturday plenary speaker: Wes Cowan, star of PBS's Antique Roadshow and History Detectives, speaks about lessons he learned as a collector, researcher, and advocate to archives and archivists across the country.

Lunch and NEA Business Meeting: Join us for lunch during the NEA annual business meeting.

NEA Awards Ceremony: Help us honor our colleagues for all of the hard work and amazing efforts they've achieved for the archives profession.

Home Movie Day: Finish off the Spring 2016 Meeting by experiencing a screening and discussion of home movies from archivists and New England repositories.

NEA SPRING 2016 MEETING
Uncharted Waters
Thursday, March 31 -- Saturday April 2
Inn by the Bay Hotel in Portland, Maine

Walk-in registrations welcome beginning on Friday April 1. Check out the NEA website for links to the three-day program, directions, and things to do in Portland. Make sure to follow us for quick updates on Twitter (#NEAsp16) and Facebook.

See you in Portland!

How are you getting to NEA Spring 2016?

Michelle Romero — Mon, 28 Mar 2016 12:52:18 GMT

Looking for a ride to the New England Archivists Spring 2016 Meeting, or willing to share a spot in your car in exchange for fine company (and/or gas money)? We've created an online, self-service carpooling sign-up sheet where you can connect with other members looking to share a ride. Just enter your name and contact info, when and from where you're traveling, and whether you're a driver (with a car) or a rider. Then, wait to be contacted by other carpoolers, or go ahead and contact others who list pick-up locations and dates in line with your travel plans.

**Please note that members are entirely responsible for making their own arrangements, including meeting times, sharing the cost of gas, etc., and for following through with their plans.**

PARKING AT THE INN BY THE BAY HOTEL: If you are a registered overnight guest at Inn By the Bay, parking is $10.00 per night. Overnight guests park in the area underneath the hotel. If you are traveling in for the day, the charge to park at Inn By the Bay is $5.00. Daytime guests park in the multi-level lot beside the hotel. Please note that this lot will likely be set up as pay upon entry and CASH only -- please come prepared! Spots do not need to be reserved in advance.

NEA SPRING 2016 MEETING
Uncharted Waters
Thursday, March 31 -- Saturday April 2
Inn by the Bay Hotel in Portland, Maine

Walk-in registrations welcome beginning on Friday April 1. Check out the NEA website for links to the three-day program, directions, and things to do in Portland. Make sure to follow us for quick updates on Twitter (#NEAsp16) and Facebook.

See you in Portland!

Guidebook at the NEA Spring 2016 Meeting

Michelle Romero — Fri, 25 Mar 2016 12:54:26 GMT

The New England Archivists Spring 2016 Meeting Program Committee has put together a handy navigation aid to use while navigating the Uncharted Waters during the meeting next week. Personalize your experience by downloading the mobile app, Guidebook. With this app you can can make your own schedule, browse vendors and supporters, find maps, and get food and drink recommendations from your colleagues.*

To get NEA Spring 2016 Meeting's Guidebook:
1. Download the Guidebook app from the Apple App Store or the Android Marketplace. (Guidebook is compatible with iOS and Android devices.)

2. Visit http://guidebook.com/getit from your phone's browser and then search for "New England Archivists" or scan the QR code (requires a QR code reader).

NEA SPRING 2016 MEETING
Uncharted Waters
Thursday, March 31 -- Saturday, April 2
Inn by the Bay Hotel in Portland, Maine

Advanced registration available online through TODAY Friday, March 25 (walk-ins welcome beginning on Friday, April 1). Check out the NEA website for links to the three-day program, directions, and things to do in Portland. Make sure to follow us for quick updates on Twitter (#NEAsp16) and Facebook.

See you in Portland!

NEA Awards Ceremony and Business Meeting

Michelle Romero — Thu, 24 Mar 2016 13:05:36 GMT

For the first time, the New England Archivists will present our organizational awards separate from the annual business meeting during the Spring 2016 Meeting. On Saturday, April 2nd, make sure to attend the NEA Awards Ceremony to celebrate the achievements of our colleagues. Awards to be presented include:
-- Archival Advocacy Award
-- A/V Professional Development Award
-- Distinguished Service Award
-- Hale Professional Development Award
-- Haas Records Management Award
-- Inclusion and Diversity Session and Travel Award
-- NEA Member Meeting and Travel Scholarship
-- Susan J. von Salis Student Meeting and Travel Scholarship

The NEA Business Meeting and sponsored lunch will be on Saturday, April 2nd from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. and the new NEA Awards Ceremony and afternoon break will be from 3:00 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.

NEA SPRING 2016 MEETING
Uncharted Waters
Thursday, March 31 -- Saturday, April 2
Inn by the Bay Hotel in Portland, Maine

Advanced registration available online through TOMORROW Friday, March 25 (walk-ins welcome beginning on Friday, April 1). Check out the NEA website for links to the three-day program, directions, and things to do in Portland. Make sure to follow us for quick updates on Twitter (#NEAsp16) and Facebook.

See you in Portland!

FINAL DAYS: NEA Spring 2016 Meeting registration

Michelle Romero — Tue, 22 Mar 2016 14:47:18 GMT

This Friday, March 25th will be the last day to register online for the New England Archivist's Spring 2016 Meeting. After that registration will be closed until walk-ins on Friday April 1st.

If you've been on the fence about attending, think about all the great programming and networking this meeting has to offer:
     -- Two plenary talks to give us different perspectives into how archives are used and integrated into everyday lives
     -- Sessions that address inclusion and diversity
     -- Sessions that address the unusual side of archives
     -- A StorySLAM just for archives
     -- New programming such as a brainstorming work-life balance session and a respite room
     -- Excellent receptions with food and networking
     -- Celebrating home movies from New England archivists and repositories
     -- And Portland... yeah!

Those are a lot of pros...

NEA SPRING 2016 MEETING
Uncharted Waters
Thursday, March 31 -- Saturday, April 2
Inn by the Bay Hotel in Portland, Maine

Advanced registration available online through Friday, March 25 (walk-ins welcome beginning on Friday, April 1). Check out the NEA website for links to the three-day program, directions, and things to do in Portland. Make sure to follow us for quick updates on Twitter (#NEAsp16) and Facebook.

See you in Portland!

NEA Executive Board Meeting

Michelle Romero — Mon, 21 Mar 2016 14:49:01 GMT

The NEA Executive Board invites all NEA members to attend the quarterly board meeting during the Spring 2016 Meeting in Portland:

Thursday, March 31, 2016 Time: 1:00 p.m. -- 5:00 p.m.
Location: Inn By the Bay Hotel (Connecticut/Rhode Island room)
88 Spring Street, Portland, Maine

Topics to be discussed include: Spring 2016 Meeting, Fall 2016 Meeting, Spring 2017 Meeting, Conference and Educational Platform Task Force (CEPTF), Code of Conduct, Association for Documentary Editing, and NEA Volunteer appreciation. See the agenda for the full listing and times. The meeting is open so all are welcome to stop by at any time.

Unable to attend in person? NEA is committed to making our board meetings open to all members. If you would like to request remote access to part or all of this meeting, please contact the Inclusion and Diversity Coordinator, Anna Clutterbuck-Cook (diversity@newenglandarchivists.org) and we will do what we can to accommodate your request. NEA board meeting minutes are always available on the NEA website.

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NEA SPRING 2016 MEETING
Uncharted Waters
Thursday, March 31 -- Saturday, April 2
Inn by the Bay Hotel in Portland, Maine

Advanced registration available online through Friday, March 25 (walk-ins welcome beginning on Friday, April 1). Check out the NEA website for links to the three-day program, directions, and things to do in Portland. Make sure to follow us for quick updates on Twitter (#NEAsp16) and Facebook.

See you in Portland!

Wes Cowan at NEA Spring 2016 Meeting

Michelle Romero — Fri, 18 Mar 2016 14:29:09 GMT

Join us Saturday, April 2nd at the New England Archivists Spring 2016 Meeting to hear Wes Cowan, star of PBS's Antique Roadshow and History Detectives, speak on lessons he learned as a collector, researcher, and advocate to archives and archivists across the country.

After becoming a regular on the popular PBS Antiques Roadshow nearly two decades ago, Wes Cowan had his star turn when he became one of the History Detectives, a show that spawned a new genre of television that brought history and archives into our everyday lives. As a history detective, Cowan has consulted archives around the country while piecing together long-forgotten stories, and by doing so introduced the significance of historical records to the general public in an entertaining and captivating way.

NEA SPRING 2016 MEETING
Uncharted Waters
Thursday, March 31 -- Saturday, April 2
Inn by the Bay Hotel in Portland, Maine

Advanced registration available online through Friday, March 25 (walk-ins welcome beginning on Friday, April 1). Check out the NEA website for links to the three-day program, directions, and things to do in Portland. Make sure to follow us for quick updates on Twitter (#NEAsp16) and Facebook.

See you in Portland!

Caleb Neelon at NEA Spring 2016

Michelle Romero — Thu, 17 Mar 2016 14:08:03 GMT

The New England Archivists Spring 2016 Meeting Program Committee had a long list of random and unusual traits needed for a good plenary speaker. Fortunately, Caleb Neelon checked off all the boxes... in spray paint. Graffiti artist and historian? Check. Owns a French bulldog named Ferdinand? Check. Designed a pair of Chuck Taylor sneakers for Converse? Check. Taught us that Jordan Knight from New Kids on the Block used to do graffiti under the name 'Popeye'? Check. Neelon’s experience in documenting movements in which the most authoritative sources lay in personal or public spaces, not institutional ones, is a fitting complement to our meeting’s emphasis on innovation and breaks with tradition.

NEA SPRING 2016 MEETING
Uncharted Waters
Thursday, March 31 -- Saturday April 2
Inn by the Bay Hotel in Portland, Maine

Advanced registration available online through Friday March 25 (walk-ins welcome beginning on Friday April 1). Check out the NEA website for links to the three-day program, directions, and things to do in Portland. Make sure to follow us for quick updates on Twitter and Facebook.

See you in Portland!

Interesting things at the NEA Spring 2016 Meeting

Michelle Romero — Wed, 16 Mar 2016 14:52:38 GMT

Have you gotten a chance to look over the New England Archivists' Spring 2016 Meeting program? If you haven't -- you may be interested by how many unique types of sessions and events are planned.

Here are some you may have missed:

Friday afternoon stop by "A Little on a Lot: Lightning Talks on an Assortment of Archival Topics" for four fast-paced talks that will get you a lot of information on open access, special collections, and new reference tools all in one big data blitz.

Join us at the "Brainstorming the Challenges of Work-Life Balance" on both Friday and Saturday afternoons to tell us your ideas and solutions for how NEA can help balance your professional and personal lives.

Saturday morning make sure to go to "Exploring the Unexplained: Mysteries, Monsters, and Archives" to discover the most unusual crossovers with archives and archivists. Learn everything there is to know about bigfoot, jackalopes, alien abductions, and archivists.

Check out the full program on NEA's website.

NEA SPRING 2016 MEETING
Uncharted Waters
Thursday, March 31 -- Saturday April 2
Inn by the Bay Hotel in Portland, Maine

Advanced registration available online through Friday March 25 (walk-ins welcome beginning on Friday April 1). Check out the NEA website for links to the three-day program, directions, and interesting information on things to do in Portland. Follow us for quick updates on Twitter and Facebook.

See you in Portland!

Need a ride to NEA Spring 2016?

Michelle Romero — Tue, 15 Mar 2016 17:24:23 GMT

Just enter your name and contact info, when and from where you're traveling, and whether you're a driver (with a car) or a rider. Then, wait to be contacted by other carpoolers, or go ahead and contact others who list pick-up locations and dates in line with your travel plans.

**Please note that members are entirely responsible for making their own arrangements, including meeting times, sharing the cost of gas, etc., and for following through with their plans.**

PARKING AT THE INN BY THE BAY HOTEL:
If you are a registered overnight guest at Inn By the Bay, parking is $10.00 per night. Overnight guests park in the area underneath the hotel. If you are traveling in for the day, the charge to park at Inn By the Bay is $5.00. Daytime guests park in the multi-level lot beside the hotel. Please note that this lot will likely be set up as pay upon entry and CASH only -- please come prepared! Spots do not need to be reserved in advance.

NEA SPRING 2016 MEETING
Uncharted Waters
Thursday, March 31 -- Saturday April 2
Inn by the Bay Hotel in Portland, Maine

Advanced registration available online through Friday March 25 (walk-ins welcome beginning on Friday April 1). Check out the varied and eventful program on the NEA website. Find directions and interesting information on things to do in Portland. Follow us for quick updates on Twitter and Facebook.

See you in Portland!

NEA announces a new award

Michelle Romero — Mon, 14 Mar 2016 14:33:23 GMT

New England Archivists' Inclusion and Diversity Coordinator (IDC) is pleased to announce the approval of a new award called The Inclusion and Diversity Session Sponsorship and Travel Award. This new award, running as a three-year pilot program (2016-2018), will sponsor a session at NEA's annual Spring Meeting to increase discussion of issues related to inclusion, diversity, and social justice in the profession. The awarding session will be chosen from among the proposals submitted to the Spring Meeting Program Committee. Presenters, as a group, will be eligible for up to $900.00 in reimbursement for travel expenses.

Sponsorship for the NEA Spring 2016 Meeting has been awarded to Giordana Mecagni, Patricia Reeve, Marilyn Morgan, Josue Sakata, Andrew Elder, and Julia Collins Howington for session 2.7: “Boston Public Schools Desegregation: From Digital Library to Classroom.” (Saturday April 2 -- 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.).

For more information on this new award and the Spring 2016 Meeting including how to register -- see the NEA website. Or follow us on Twitter or Facebook.

TONIGHT NEA Boston Spring 2016 Social Event!

Michelle Romero — Thu, 10 Mar 2016 15:26:50 GMT

What are you doing tonight? Join the New England Archivists Membership Committee and Digital Commonwealth for a joint social event at the Audubon in Boston. Chat with fellow members, network a bit, and get to know the Digital Commonwealth. All members are welcome. No RSVP required. NEA purchases snacks, drinks on your own.

Thursday, March 10, 2016
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Audubon Boston Bar and Restaurant
838 Beacon Street | Boston, MA
Nearest MBTA Subway Stops: St. Mary's Street (Green Line C); Fenway (Green Line D)
Nearest MBTA Bus line: 47; CT2

See you tonight!

NEA Boston Spring 2016 Social Event!

Michelle Romero — Tue, 08 Mar 2016 15:58:58 GMT

This Thursday, March 10th, join the New England Archivists Membership Committee and Digital Commonwealth for a joint social event at the Audubon in Boston. Chat with fellow members, network a bit, and get to know the Digital Commonwealth. All members are welcome. No RSVP required. NEA purchases snacks, drinks on your own.

Thursday, March 10, 2016
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Audubon Boston Bar and Restaurant
838 Beacon Street | Boston, MA

Mass Transportation:
Nearest MBTA Subway Stops: St. Mary's Street (Green Line C); Fenway (Green Line D)
Nearest MBTA Bus line: 47; CT2

See you on the 10th!

May NEA workshop on digitization projects early-bird registration is now open

Michelle Romero — Mon, 07 Mar 2016 17:03:12 GMT

Registration is now open for the New England Archivists for “Planning Your Digitization Project: Getting the Most out of your Time, Resources, and Collections” with Maureen Jennings, archivist at Safdie Architects on Thursday, May 5, 2016.

This half day workshop will give participants an overview of the basics of digitization project planning—including determining project scope and budget, mapping intellectual goals to physical workflow, and planning for technology and staffing requirements—to get the most out of your newly- created digital assets. Strategies and resources for long-term digital asset management will be discussed to cover the entire life cycle of digital assets created as a result of digitization projects. Participants will also walk through an “if/then” decision tree considering the essential questions of digitization hopes and needs, which can then be used in the development of a concrete, personalized plan.

To register and for more information, visit http://www.newenglandarchivists.org/event-2170069

Workshop: Planning Your Digitization Project: Getting the Most out of your Time, Resources, and Collections
Instructor: Maureen Jennings, archivist at Safdie Architects
When: Thursday, May 5, 2016, 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Where: NARA | 380 Trapelo Rd |Waltham, MA 02452

NEA Day of Service: Final call for Volunteers

Michelle Romero — Fri, 04 Mar 2016 14:30:29 GMT

Today is the last day to sign up to volunteer during the New England Archivists' Day of Service event at the Spring 2016 Meeting in Portland, Maine. Don't miss out on this great opportunity to learn some skills in constructing preservation housing using recycled materials.

Volunteer on Thursday, March 31st to work with fellow NEA members in the creation of phase boxes for archival collections at the Maine Historical Society in Portland. The Day of Service event, in conjunction with the NEA Spring 2016 Meeting, is a chance for archivists to help our colleagues improve the preservation of the Society's bound manuscript and rare book collections, including diaries, journals, ledgers and early Maine imprints, while also getting to learn a valuable skill, meet new people, and serve our profession.

Volunteers will work on-site at MHS to create phase boxes out of recycled materials to house 18th-20th century bound volumes. This work will help supplement ongoing preservation work, stemming from an IMLS conservation grant awarded in 2006. Materials will vary in size and age. Volunteers will learn how to utilize recycled materials to efficiently and economically to create phase boxes and enhance the preservation of a variety of materials. All training and supplies will be provided to volunteers at the start of each shift, and no prior experience creating phase boxes needed. MHS is a short walk from the conference hotel. Snacks will be provided. Interested volunteers will also have the opportunity to go on a tour of MHS before or after their shift.

Shifts are first come, first serve, and space is limited so sign up now to guarantee a spot*. Sign ups close today Friday, March 4th**. Once someone signs-up for a shift, the project organizers will email potential volunteers to confirm participation and share further logistical details.

Help make a difference for a historic Maine repository and we'll see you in Portland!

*You do not have to attend the Spring 2016 Meeting in order to participate in this event.
** The morning shift is now FULL and the rest are short only one or two people.

Upcoming NEA WORKSHOP

Michelle Romero — Wed, 02 Mar 2016 20:37:32 GMT

Registration Opens Saturday March 5: Planning Your Digitization Project workshop

Join the New England Archivists for “Planning Your Digitization Project: Getting the Most out of your Time, Resources, and Collections” with Maureen Jennings on Thursday May 5, 2016.

This half day workshop will give participants an overview of the basics of digitization project planning—including determining project scope and budget, mapping intellectual goals to physical workflow, and planning for technology and staffing requirements—to get the most out of your newly- created digital assets. Strategies and resources for long-term digital asset management will be discussed to cover the entire life cycle of digital assets created as a result of digitization projects. Participants will also walk through an “if/then” decision tree considering the essential questions of digitization hopes and needs, which can then be used in the development of a concrete, personalized plan.

Early bird registration opens Saturday March 5th. For more information, visit http://www.newenglandarchivists.org/event-2170069

Workshop: Planning Your Digitization Project: Getting the Most out of your Time, Resources, and Collections
Instructor: Maureen Jennings, archivist at Safdie Architects
When: Thursday, May 5, 2016, 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Where: NARA | 380 Trapelo Rd |Waltham, MA 02452

NEA Day of Service: Call for Volunteers

Michelle Romero — Mon, 29 Feb 2016 19:46:48 GMT

Volunteers will work on-site at MHS to create phase boxes out of recycled materials to house 18th-20th century bound volumes. This work will help supplement ongoing preservation work, stemming from an IMLS conservation grant awarded in 2006. Materials will vary in size and age. Volunteers will learn how to utilize recycled materials to efficiently and economically to create phase boxes and enhance the preservation of a variety of materials. All training and supplies will be provided to volunteers at the start of each shift, and no prior experience creating phase boxes needed. MHS is a short walk from the conference hotel. Snacks will be provided. Interested volunteers will also have the opportunity to go on a tour of MHS before or after their shift.

Shifts are first come, first serve, and space is limited so sign up now to guarantee a spot*. Sign ups will close Friday, March 4th, OR as soon as all spots are filled**. Once someone signs-up for a shift, the project organizers will email potential volunteers to confirm participation and share further logistical details.

Help make a difference for a historic Maine repository and we'll see you in Portland!

*You do not have to attend the Spring 2016 Meeting in order to participate in this event.

** The morning shift is now FULL and the rest are short only one or two people.

FINAL DAYS: NEA Spring 2016 early-bird registration

Michelle Romero — Fri, 26 Feb 2016 21:23:48 GMT

If you're thinking about joining us in Portland, Maine for the New England Archivists Spring 2016 Meeting, you have until this Sunday night to register at the early-bird rate. The lower rate will be in effect through MIDNIGHT on February 28th. After that the advance rates will kick-in.

The early-bird rates for the NEA workshops also are available only through this Sunday at midnight. Take advantage of the lower rates and sign up for two of our three workshops being offered* For more information on NEA’s workshops, visit the Spring 2016 Meeting online program. All workshops will be held at Portland’s By the Bay Hotel and Convention Center on March 31, 2016, from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Register today to ensure your early-bird rates.

ORAL HISTORY WORKSHOP: Interested in starting an oral history project at your institution? Wondering what the best methods are for recording and preserving interviews? Join the experts from the Vermont Folklife Center and register for Oral History: Approaches, Technology, Preservation, and get hands-on experience with the interviewing process. In the afternoon, learn more about the digital preservation of oral history interviews and the best tools to use throughout the oral history project. Register online on the NEA website.

ELECTRONIC RECORDS WORKSHOP: Flexing your born digital muscles? Register for SAA’s [DAS] Arrangement and Description of Electronic Records, Part I #1633. Registration and information for this workshop can be found on SAA’s website.

*Please note: the Archivists and Active Learning Workshop is now sold out.

NEA social on March 10th

Michelle Romero — Thu, 25 Feb 2016 15:26:51 GMT

*NEA Boston Spring 2015 Social Event!*

The NEA Membership Committee invites all NEA members to an upcoming joint social event with Digital Commonwealth. Chat with fellow members, network a bit, and get to know the Digital Commonwealth. All are welcome. NEA purchases snacks, drinks on your own.

Thursday, March 10, 2016
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Audubon Boston Bar and Restaurant
838 Beacon Street | Boston, MA

Mass Transportation:
Nearest MBTA Subway Stops: St. Mary's Street (Green Line C); Fenway (Green Line D)
Nearest MBTA Bus line: 47; CT2

See you on the 10th!

Ride-share to the NEA Spring 2016 Meeting

Michelle Romero — Wed, 24 Feb 2016 13:37:59 GMT

Looking for a ride to the New England Archivists Spring 2016 Meeting, or willing to share a spot in your car in exchange for fine company (and/or gas money)? We've created an online, self-service carpooling sign-up sheet where you can connect with other members looking to share a ride.

Just enter your name and contact info, when and from where you're traveling, and whether you're a driver (with a car) or a rider. Then, wait to be contacted by other carpoolers, or go ahead and contact others who list pick-up locations and dates in line with your travel plans.

**Please note that members are entirely responsible for making their own arrangements, including meeting times, sharing the cost of gas, etc., and for following through with their plans.**

ABOUT PARKING AT THE INN BY THE BAY HOTEL:
If you are a registered overnight guest at Inn By the Bay, parking is $10.00 per night. Overnight guests park in the area underneath the hotel. If you are traveling in for the day, the charge to park at Inn By the Bay is $5.00. Daytime guests park in the multi-level lot beside the hotel. Please note that this lot will likely be set up as pay upon entry and CASH only—please come prepared! Spots do not need to be reserved in advance.

NEA Spring 2016 registration and accommodations

Michelle Romero — Tue, 23 Feb 2016 13:52:19 GMT

If you're thinking about joining us in Portland, Maine for the New England Archivists Spring 2016 Meeting, you only have a week left to register at the early-bird rate. The lower rate will be in effect through MIDNIGHT on Sunday, February 28th. After that the advance rates will kick-in.

And if you need accommodations -- now is the time to book them. The Inn by the Bay Hotel where the meeting takes place is nearly sold out for Friday, April 1st. There are still rooms available for Wednesday March 30th and Thursday March 31st. Our special rates will still be in effect at the hotel until the March 1st deadline. Call to reserve a room at the NEA special rate ($125/night): 800-345-5050 (reference the NEA Meeting).

Below is a list of nearby hotels and lodging that might be good alternates if the meeting hotel is booked.

See you in Portland!

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Westin Portland Harborview
157 High Street, Portland ME
westinportlandharborview.com
4 minute walk to Inn By the Bay

Courtyard Portland Downtown/Waterfront
321 Commercial Street, Portland ME
www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/pwmcd-courtyard-portland-downtown-waterfront
9 minute walk to Inn By the Bay

Hyatt Place Portland-Old Port
433 Fore Street, Portland ME
www.portlandoldport.place.hyatt.com/en/hotel/home
9 minute walk to Inn By the Bay

The Press Hotel (former home of the Portland Press Herald)
119 Exchange Street, Portland ME
www.thepresshotel.com
11 minute walk to Inn By the Bay

Inn at St. John
939 Congress Street, Portland ME
www.innatstjohn.com
20 minute walk to Inn By the Bay

LAST DAY: NEA professional development awards nominations

Michelle Romero — Mon, 22 Feb 2016 13:55:33 GMT

The deadline for NEA's three professional development awards ENDS today, Monday, February 22nd. Please send your applications and supporting documents to the individual award chairs by the end of today.

Richard W. Hale, Jr. Professional Development Award

The Richard W. Hale Award is given annually by NEA to promote the professional development of archivists in the region. Individual members of NEA are invited to apply for the award. For more information on the award and submitting an application, go to: newenglandarchivists.org/awards/hale

Applications and supporting documentation must be submitted to Jessica Sedgwick (jmsedg@gmail.com), Hale Award Committee Chair, by February 22, 2016.

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Richard L. Haas Records Management Award

The Richard L. Haas Records Management Award is given annually by NEA in support of a project that promotes increased cooperation, understanding, and knowledge between the archival and records management professions. Applicants need not be a member of NEA to receive this award. For more information on the award and submitting an application, go to: newenglandarchivists.org/awards/haas

Applications and supporting documentation must be submitted to Silvia Mejia (silvia.mejia@gmail.com), Haas Award Committee Chair, by February 22, 2016.

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Audio/Visual Professional Development Award

The A/V Professional Development Award is given annually by NEA to promote the professional development of members in the areas of moving image, recorded sound, and time-based media. Individual members of NEA are invited to apply for the award. For more information on the award and submitting an application, go to: newenglandarchivists.org/av_award

Applications and supporting documentation must be submitted to Erica Boudreau (ericacathryn@gmail.com), AV Professional Development Award Committee Chair, by February 22, 2016.

LAST CHANCE: participate in NEA Spring 2016 special events

Michelle Romero — Fri, 19 Feb 2016 14:49:26 GMT

The New England Archivists Spring 2016 Meeting program committee has organized two special events for the meeting in Portland, Maine on April 1-2. Saturday February 20th is last day to sign-up to be one of the participants in these events:

FRIDAY APRIL 1: STORYSLAM

Know a good story? Sign-up to participate in Moths in the Archives: Stories from the Stacks -- NEA's first archives StorySLAM. Based on the StorySLAM competitions developed by NYC non-profit literary society The Moth, there are only four groundrules to the NEA competition at the Spring 2016 Meeting:
-- First rule is all stories must be true
-- Second rule is all stories must be told, not read.
-- Third rule is there is a 5-minute time limit.
-- And fourth rule is to keep it anonymous -- don't betray confidentiality restrictions

And at the end of the evening, scores will be tallied, a winner announced, and a PRIZE awarded. Use this form to submit an outline of your story for the NEA competition. Questions? Contact Matt Spry (sprymatt@gmail.com) for more information.

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SATURDAY APRIL 2: HOME MOVIE DAY

NEA members or any archival repository in the New England region are invited to participate in NEA's Home Movie Day screening and discussion led by Liz Coffey, Film Conservator at Harvard Film Archive. Formats accepted: 8mm, super 8, super 8 sound, 16mm, VHS, DVD, and digital files (playable via laptop). Please note: all films will be handled by archivists and returned with care.

If you wish to submit a film or video for this unique event, please complete a submission form for consideration. Any questions, contact John Campopiano (jcampopiano@gmail.com).

Take Advantage of NEA's Early-Bird Workshop Rates

Michelle Romero — Tue, 16 Feb 2016 15:30:56 GMT

The deadline for the New England Archivists' Spring 2016 Meeting early-bird registration is February 28th. Register now to take advantage of NEA pre-conference workshops in Portland, Maine. Learn valuable skills and network with your colleagues in one of three workshops being offered.

Interested in starting an oral history project at your institution? Wondering what the best methods are for recording and preserving interviews? Join the experts from the Vermont Folklife Center and register for Oral History: Approaches, Technology, Preservation, and get hands-on experience with the interviewing process. In the afternoon, learn more about the digital preservation of oral history interviews and the best tools to use throughout the oral history project. Register online on the NEA website.

Flexing your born digital muscles? Register for SAA’s [DAS] Arrangement and Description of Electronic Records, Part I #1633. Registration and information for this workshop can be found on SAA’s website.

Looking to do more with your collections? Hoping to engage students and educators with primary sources? Register for Archivists & Active Learning: Fostering Student Engagement and Learning Opportunities in Archives. During this workshop you will discuss innovative ways for engaging students across grade levels while forming collaborative relationships with educational institutions. Participants will leave this workshop with a lesson plan based on their archival collections along with methods of implementation. Register online on the NEA website.

For more information on NEA’s workshops, visit the Spring 2016 Meeting online program. All workshops will be held at Portland’s By the Bay Hotel and Convention Center on March 31, 2016, from 9AM-5PM. Register today to ensure your early-bird rates.

FINAL DAYS: call for nominations for NEA 2016 awards

Michelle Romero — Fri, 12 Feb 2016 14:39:48 GMT

The New England Archivists are looking for nominations for two awards:

ARCHIVAL ADVOCACY AWARD If you know a colleague outside the field of archives who has dedicated themselves to helping archivists and archives in New England, consider nominating them for an Archival Advocacy Award. See the NEA website for criteria for eligibility and more details.

DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD If you know a colleague who has been a leader, promoting and furthering the objectives of NEA, consider nominating them for a Distinguished Service Award. See the NEA website for criteria for eligibility and more details.

Nominations for both awards must be submitted by Tuesday February 16, 2016. Please send nominations and supporting documentation to Jill Snyder, Immediate Past President jillannsnyder@gmail.com.

NEA Spring 2016 Meeting hotel rooms

Michelle Romero — Thu, 11 Feb 2016 18:51:44 GMT

Since our previous announcement this past week about Portland and the Spring 2016 Meeting, we've had so many reservations at The Inn By the Bay Hotel and Convention Center, we've almost filled our entire room block! While that is great news for the Spring 2016 Meeting, it does make things more limited.

Standard double rooms at the $125 rate on Friday, 4/1, have sold out, but standard king rooms at $135 and executive double rooms at $145 are still available. Call 1-800-345-5050 and reference the NEA Meeting to reserve a room at these new rates.

See you in Portland!

NEA award deadline extended

Michelle Romero — Thu, 11 Feb 2016 15:31:55 GMT

The deadline for NEA's three professional development awards has been extended to Monday, February 22nd!

Richard W. Hale, Jr. Professional Development Award

The Richard W. Hale Award is given annually by NEA to promote the professional development of archivists in the region. Individual members of NEA are invited to apply for the award. For more information on the award and submitting an application, go to: newenglandarchivists.org/awards/hale

Applications and supporting documentation must be submitted to Jessica Sedgwick (jmsedg@gmail.com), Hale Award Committee Chair, by February 22, 2016.

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Richard L. Haas Records Management Award

The Richard L. Haas Records Management Award is given annually by NEA in support of a project that promotes increased cooperation, understanding, and knowledge between the archival and records management professions. Applicants need not be a member of NEA to receive this award. For more information on the award and submitting an application, go to: newenglandarchivists.org/awards/haas

Applications and supporting documentation must be submitted to Silvia Mejia (silvia.mejia@gmail.com), Haas Award Committee Chair, by February 22, 2016.

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Audio/Visual Professional Development Award

The A/V Professional Development Award is given annually by NEA to promote the professional development of members in the areas of moving image, recorded sound, and time-based media. Individual members of NEA are invited to apply for the award. For more information on the award and submitting an application, go to: newenglandarchivists.org/av_award

Applications and supporting documentation must be submitted to Erica Boudreau (ericacathryn@gmail.com), AV Professional Development Award Committee Chair, by February 22, 2016.

Have you booked a room

Michelle Romero — Wed, 10 Feb 2016 14:21:09 GMT

... for the NEA Spring 2016 Meeting?

Are you planning on attending the New England Archivists' Spring 2016 Meeting in Portland, Maine? Make sure and reserve your room at The Inn By the Bay Hotel and Convention Center on Spring Street in the middle of downtown Portland. Rooms are going quickly (especially on Friday night) so make sure to call to reserve a room at the NEA special rate ($125/night) before MARCH 1ST. Call 1-800-345-5050 (reference the NEA Meeting).

After you've booked your hotel room, you may be wondering what to do around the city. There are a ton of options and Portland is very manageable, but in case you don't want to walk further than 5 minutes -- here are some exciting things to do and experience right around the corner from the hotel (88 Spring Street):

ART MUSEUM
Portland Museum of Art
Seven Congress Square
The Portland Museum of Art features a collection of more than 18,000 objects with decorative and fine arts dating from the 18th century to the present. PMA displays works of Maine-natives, highlighting the rich artistic tradition of the state and its artists, as well as the largest European art collection in Maine, and a diverse range of contemporary work. And admission is free on Fridays from 5 to 9 p.m.

ART WALK
First Friday Art Walk
Multiple venues all around the NEA Spring 2016 Meeting's hotel and beyond.
On Friday April 1st, celebrate Portland’s First Friday Art Walk, a free self-guided tour of local art galleries, art studios, museums and alternative art venues from 5-8 pm. More than 60 arts destinations are open from Portland’s Arts District to the East End, Bayside to the Old Port.

BAKERY, CAFE, MARKET, TAKE-OUT
Aurora Provisions
94 Pine Street
For over 15 years, Aurora Provisions has been the independently owned, go-to place in the West End for homemade goodness… from legendary raspberry scones and coffee lattes in the morning to a lunch spread that features homemade soups, panini, gourmet sandwiches, entrees, and salads to a complete prepared food case for take home ease. The bakery is chock full of inventive treats and old fashioned favorites.

BOOKS
The Green Hand
661 Congress Street
The Green Hand is a general used bookstore, carrying a wide range of well-organized but eclectic materials.

CHINESE DIM SUM
Empire Chinese Kitchen
575 Congress Street
With the arrival of Empire a year ago, finally people have stopped complaining that there’s no good Chinese food in Portland. Famous for their Easts Meets West creative dim sum.

COFFEE
Speckled Ax
567 Congress Street
Serving Matt's Wood Roasted Organic Coffee, this cool, modern space has offerings to please even the biggest coffee geek, but the menu descriptions and informative staff will help out those with less bean knowledge.

GASTRO-PUB
Little Tap House
106 High Street
With upscale pub food and local beers, the Little Tap House has lunch, dinner, brunch and one of the best happy hours in the city.

MUSIC
State Theater Portland
609 Congress Street
Known as Portland's Carnegie Hall, the State Theater hosts national acts that perform at this recently renovated historic 1929 theater.

MYSTERIOUS (AND FUN)
International Cryptozoology Museum
11 Avon Street
Cryptozoology is the study of hidden or unknown animals. This includes species unverified by science, such as Yetis, Bigfoot, Lake Monsters, and Sea Serpents. It also encompasses the study of animals of recent discovery, such as the coelacanth, okapi, megamouth shark, giant panda, and mountain gorilla. Whatever you do -- don't visit them on Saturday morning at 10:30am. Stay at the NEA Spring 2016 Meeting to see Cryptozoology Museum Director Loren Coleman and Assistant Director Jeff Meuse present at the session "Exploring the Unexplained: Mysteries, Monsters, and Archives."

SHOPPING
Chellis Wilson
17 Pleasant Street
This place is more art installation than conventional shop filled with a spare and carefully arranged selection of clothes, books, textiles, and furniture. Owner Barbara Merritt describes it as “a retail adventure, committed to strong aesthetics and integrity of production."

TRENDY COCKTAILS
Bearded Lady's Jewel Box
644 Congress Street
This is the Bearded Lady’s Jewel Box a brand new craft cocktail bar, recently opened by Nathaniel Meiklejohn through a Kickstarter campaign. The fact that there’s no sign and the front window is blacked out doesn’t matter. Locals hunt him down wherever he is, eager to sample his exotic liquor concoctions—and maybe some of the sideshow too. (He’s known to occasionally squeeze a pink dress over his lumberjack body and shaggy red beard.) The unique vibe is unlike anything else in town.

VEGETARIAN
The Green Elephant Vegetarian Bistro
608 Congress Street
Thai inspired, The Green Elephant's food includes numerous Asian influences as the chef and owner continuously seeks to bring a spirit of equality and inclusiveness to the menu. No borders. No hard lines. The food unites ingredients and flavors from Malaysia, Japan, China, India and Thailand into a meat-free menu with something for everyone.

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And make sure to register for the meeting before the early bird deadline on February 28th. Here are some important upcoming dates to remember:

2/20 -- Deadline for submissions to Spring 2016 Home Movie Day and StorySLAM events
2/28 -- Early-bird registration ends
2/29 -- Advanced registration begins
3/01 -- Hotel CUT-OFF for special NEA reservation prices
3/04 -- Last day to sign up to volunteer for a Day of Service event at the Portland Historical Society
3/25 -- Advanced registration ends
3/31 -- Onsite registration available

See you in Portland!

Call for submissions: NEA's Home Movie Day

Michelle Romero — Tue, 09 Feb 2016 13:24:46 GMT

A home movie is a short amateur film or video typically made just to preserve a visual record of family activities, a vacation, or a special event, and intended for viewing at home by family and friends. (Wikipedia)

Archivists know better than anyone how much home movies are an important aspect to documenting everyday life and cultural history. To celebrate these unique films found in countless archival collections across New England, NEA will host a Home Movie Day screening and discussion during the NEA Spring 2016 Meeting led by Liz Coffey, Film Conservator at Harvard Film Archive.

But first we need submissions. We are asking NEA members or any archival repository in the New England region to submit a home movie to be screened to an audience of archivists. Formats accepted: 8mm, super 8, super 8 sound, 16mm, VHS, DVD, digital files (playable via laptop). And please note: all films will be handled by archivists and returned with care.

If you wish to submit a film or video for this unique event, please complete a submission form for consideration. Any questions, contact John Campopiano (jcampopiano@gmail.com).

To quote John Waters: "Home Movie Day is an orgy of self-discovery, a chance for family memories to suddenly become show business. If you’ve got one, whip it out and show it now."

Call for submissions: NEA StorySlam

Michelle Romero — Fri, 05 Feb 2016 13:26:10 GMT

Patron: “Do you have any books on vampires?”
Me: “This is the Southern History Department. I can see what they have in other departments.”
Patron [after a pause] “Do you have any history books on Southern Vampires?” *

Funny things can happen when working in an archives... or weird, wonderful, wise or unforgettable. Tell us about it during NEA’s first StorySLAM: Moths in the Archives: Stories from the Stacks. Based on the StorySLAM competitions developed by NYC non-profit literary society The Moth, there are only four ground rules to the NEA competition at the Spring 2016 Meeting:

-- First rule is all stories must be true
-- Second rule is all stories must be told, not read.
-- Third rule is there is a 5-minute time limit.
-- And fourth rule is to keep it anonymous -- don’t betray confidentiality restrictions

Bring your wit and wisdom to the masses of New England archivists who are just waiting to hear a good story. And at the end of the evening scores will be tallied, a winner announced, and a PRIZE will be given. Submit an outline of your story to be considered eligible for the NEA competition.

Questions? Contact Matt Spry (sprymatt@gmail.com) for more information.

* Story from “I work at a public library” blog [http://iworkatapubliclibrary.com/]

NEA member business meeting at Spring 2016

Michelle Romero — Thu, 04 Feb 2016 18:42:14 GMT

All NEA members are invited to attend. Further details and agenda forthcoming.

NEA BUSINESS MEETING
Saturday, April 2, 2016
Time: 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Location: By the Bay Conference Center
88 Spring St, Portland, ME 04101

Call for nominations: 2016 NEA Awards

Michelle Romero — Wed, 03 Feb 2016 13:39:08 GMT

This is a reminder that the New England Archivists is still accepting nominations for our top two awards:

ARCHIVAL ADVOCACY AWARD
If you know a colleague outside the field of archives who has dedicated themselves to helping archivists and archives in New England, consider nominating them for an Archival Advocacy Award. See the NEA website for criteria for eligibility and more details.

DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD
If you know a colleague who has been a leader, promoting and furthering the objectives of NEA, consider nominating them for a Distinguished Service Award. See the NEA website for criteria for eligibility and more details.

Nominations for both awards must be submitted by February 16, 2016. Please send nominations and supporting documentation to Jill Snyder, Immediate Past President jillannsnyder@gmail.com

NEA Day of Service: Call for Volunteers

Michelle Romero — Tue, 02 Feb 2016 13:54:53 GMT

All training and supplies will be provided to volunteers at the start of each shift, and no prior experience creating phase boxes needed. MHS is a short walk from the conference hotel. Snacks will be provided. Interested volunteers will also have the opportunity to go on a tour of MHS before or after their shift.

Shifts are first come, first serve, and space is limited so sign up early to guarantee a spot*. Sign ups will close Friday, March 4th, OR as soon as all spots are filled. Once someone signs-up for a shift, the project organizers will email potential volunteers to confirm participation and share further logistical details.

Help make a difference for a historic Maine repository and we'll see you in Portland!

*You do not have to attend the Spring 2016 Meeting in order to participate in this event.

NEA's brand new strategic plan

Michelle Romero — Tue, 26 Jan 2016 13:27:30 GMT

New England Archivists is pleased to present the Strategic Plan 2016-2020, which provides the blueprint for NEA’s efforts and growth for the next five years. The new strategic plan builds on the success of the 2010-2015 Strategic Plan, gaining momentum from that plan’s many achievements and continuing its work on key initiatives. The Strategic Plan for 2016-2020 identifies how NEA will move forward in the areas of advocacy and outreach, community, development, education, and inclusion and diversity. We hope you will explore the new strategic plan and participate in these brand-new NEA initiatives.

NEA 2016-2020 Strategic Plan (pdf)
Appendix A: Timeline (pdf)
Appendix B: Committee (pdf)

Thank you to the membership for being engaged in the process and providing input along the way. Thank you to the Strategic Plan Task Force (SPTF) and the Board for synthesizing ideas and writing the plan. SPTF Members include:

Caitlin Birch (Co-chair)	Michael Lotstein
Jill Snyder (Co-chair)	Colin Lukens
Erica Boudreau	Taylor McNeilly
Stephanie Call	Silvia Mejia
Johanna Carll	Rose Oliveria
Elizabeth Caron	Caleigh Ross
Anna Clutterbuck-Cook	Nova Seals
Hanna Clutterbuck-Cook	Jessica Sedgwick
Kathryn Donahue	Elizabeth Slomba
Maureen Jennings	Jessica Tanny
Juliana Kuipers

Registration is open for three NEA workshops

Michelle Romero — Fri, 22 Jan 2016 17:56:18 GMT

All are invited to register to receive early bird rates on the New England Archivists pre-conference workshops in Portland Maine on March 31st. Learn valuable skills and network with your colleagues in one of two exciting NEA workshops being offered.

Archivists & Active Learning Workshop

Looking to do more with your collections? Hoping to engage students and educators with primary sources? Register for Archivists & Active Learning: Fostering Student Engagement and Learning Opportunities in Archives. During this workshop you will discuss innovative ways for engaging students across grade levels while forming collaborative relationships with educational institutions. Participants will leave this workshop with a lesson plan based on their archival collections along with methods of implementation. To register, visit http://www.newenglandarchivists.org/event-2121869.

Oral History Workshop

Interested in starting an oral history project at your institution? Wondering what the best methods are for recording and preserving interviews? Join the experts from the Vermont Folklife Center and register for Oral History: Approaches, Technology, Preservation, and get hands-on experience with the interviewing process. In the afternoon, learn more about the digital preservation of oral history interviews and the best tools to use throughout the oral history project. To register, visit http://www.newenglandarchivists.org/event-2119962.

Arrangement and Description of Electronic Records [DAS] Workshop

We’re also offering SAA’s [DAS] Arrangement and Description of Electronic Records, Part I #1633. Registration and information for this workshop can be found on SAA’s website at http://saa.archivists.org/events/arrangement-and-description-of-electronic-records-part-i-1633/636/.

For more information on NEA’s workshops, visit the NEA website. All workshops will be held at By the Bay Hotel and Convention Center in Portland, Maine on March 31, 2016, from 9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. Call to reserve a room at the NEA special rate ($125/night): 800-345-5050 (reference the NEA Meeting). Register today to ensure your early bird rates.

For any questions, contact NEA chair of the Education Committee, Stephanie Call (stephanie.call@ajhsboston.org).

For more information about the New England Archivists Spring 2016 Meeting (March 31-April 2), visit the NEA website.

See you in Portland!

NEA professional development opportunities

Michelle Romero — Wed, 20 Jan 2016 17:01:56 GMT

Apply for one of New England Archivists' three awards to help members in their professional development and activities:

Richard W. Hale, Jr. Professional Development Award

The Richard W. Hale Award is given annually by NEA to promote the professional development of archivists in the region. Individual members of NEA are invited to apply for the award. For more information on the award and submitting an application, go to: newenglandarchivists.org/awards/hale

Applications and supporting documentation must be submitted to Jessica Sedgwick (jmsedg@gmail.com), Hale Award Committee Chair, by February 15, 2016.

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Richard L. Haas Records Management Award

The Richard L. Haas Records Management Award is given annually by NEA in support of a project that promotes increased cooperation, understanding, and knowledge between the archival and records management professions. Applicants need not be a member of NEA to receive this award. For more information on the award and submitting an application, go to: newenglandarchivists.org/awards/haas

Applications and supporting documentation must be submitted to Silvia Mejia (silvia.mejia@gmail.com), Haas Award Committee Chair, by February 15, 2016.

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Audio/Visual Professional Development Award

The A/V Professional Development Award is given annually by NEA to promote the professional development of members in the areas of moving image, recorded sound, and time-based media. Individual members of NEA are invited to apply for the award. For more information on the award and submitting an application, go to: newenglandarchivists.org/av_award

Applications and supporting documentation must be submitted to Erica Boudreau (ericacathryn@gmail.com), AV Professional Development Award Committee Chair, by February 15, 2016.

Call for nominations: 2016 NEA awards

Michelle Romero — Tue, 19 Jan 2016 14:03:31 GMT

The New England Archivists are looking for nominations for two awards:

ARCHIVAL ADVOCACY AWARD

If you know a colleague outside the field of archives who has dedicated themselves to helping archivists and archives in New England, consider nominating them for an Archival Advocacy Award. See the NEA website for criteria for eligibility and more details.

DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD
If you know a colleague who has been a leader, promoting and furthering the objectives of NEA, consider nominating them for a Distinguished Service Award. See the NEA website for criteria for eligibility and more details.

Nominations for both awards must be submitted by February 16, 2016. Please send nominations and supporting documentation to Jill Snyder, Immediate Past President jillannsnyder@gmail.com

FINAL DAY: Scholarships for NEA's Spring 2016 Meeting

Michelle Romero — Fri, 15 Jan 2016 20:39:27 GMT

ATTEND THE SPRING 2016 MEETING WITH A NEA SCHOLARSHIP

NEA offers two different scholarships to help support NEA members attending the annual spring meetings. The Meeting and Travel Scholarship (for non-student members only) and the Susan J. Von Salis Student Meeting and Travel Scholarship (for student members only) include registration (at the appropriate early-bird rate) and up to $300 towards travel and hotel expenses.

Applications and supporting documentation must be submitted to Abigail Cramer (abigail.cramer@gmail.com), Meeting and Travel Scholarships Committee Chair, by the end of TODAY, January 15th.

ABOUT SPRING 2016

This year's meeting, Uncharted Waters, will push the envelope trying out new programs and new ideas. There will be a Day of Service at the Maine Historical Society, plenary speakers Wes Cowan and Caleb Neelan, a new-member breakfast, and plenty of opportunities for networking. Or experience something different by participating in the very first archives StorySLAM, Moths in the Archives: Stories from the Stacks or NEA’s own Home Movie Day.

NEA has reserved a block of rooms at The Inn By the Bay Hotel and Convention Center in Portland, ME. The hotel includes an indoor pool and sauna, fitness center, and an onsite restaurant and lounge, and is just a short walk from the lively Old Port area of the city. Call to reserve a room at the NEA special rate ($125/night): 800-345-5050 (reference the NEA Meeting).

And if you live in the Boston or New Hampshire area, check out the Amtrak Downeaster which runs daily between Boston and Portland to help calculate travel costs.

SPRING 2016 KEY DATES:
1/11 -- Early-bird registration opens
1/15 -- TODAY Deadline for applications for the meeting and travel scholarships
2/20 -- Deadline for submissions to Spring 2016 Home Movie Day and StorySLAM events
2/28 -- Early-bird registration ends
2/29 -- Advanced registration begins
3/01 -- Hotel CUT-OFF for special NEA reservation prices
3/25 -- Advanced registration ends
3/31 -- Onsite registration available

Be part of things in Portland. Apply to one of the NEA meeting and travel scholarships.

DEADLINE EXTENDED

Michelle Romero — Fri, 15 Jan 2016 16:05:46 GMT

Registration is open for the New England Archivists Spring 2016 Meeting. Part of the meeting's program includes two special events that will let us look inside the world of an archivist. Between the StorySLAM on Friday April 1st and the archivist Home Movie Day on Saturday April 2nd -- attendees will really get to know their fellow archivists.

Consider participating in one (or both!) of these events. We've extended the sign-up deadline to FEBRUARY 20TH for both the StorySLAM and Home Movie Day. They promise to be really unique and interesting events -- be part of that.

Contact Matt Spry with questions about Moths in the Archives: Stories from the Stacks and John Campopiano with questions about Home Movie Day.

FRIDAY APRIL 1st
Moths in the Archives: Stories from the Stacks

Do you know a good archives story? Have you ever had something interesting or unexpected happen while in the archives? Something funny, weird, wise, or unforgettable? Tell us about it during NEA's first StorySLAM: Moths in the Archives: Stories from the Stacks.

Based on the StorySLAM competitions developed by NYC non-profit literary society The Moth, there are only four groundrules to the NEA competition at the Spring 2016 Meeting:

-- First rule is all stories must be true

-- Second rule is all stories must be told, not read.

-- Third rule is there is a 5-minute time limit.

-- And fourth rule is to keep it anonymous -- don't betray confidentiality restrictions

Bring your wit and wisdom to the masses of New England archivists who are just waiting to hear a good story. And at the end of the evening, scores will be tallied and a winner announced. Submit an outline of your story to be considered eligible for the NEA competition.

Questions? Contact Matt Spry (sprymatt@gmail.com) for information about the NEA event at the Spring 2016 Meeting. And get some great storytelling tips on The Moth's website.

SATURDAY APRIL 2nd
Home Movie Day

A home movie is a short amateur film or video typically made just to preserve a visual record of family activities, a vacation, or a special event, and intended for viewing at home by family and friends. (Wikipedia)

Archivists know better than anyone how much home movies are an important aspect to documenting everyday life and cultural history. To celebrate these unique films found in countless archival collections across New England, NEA will host a Home Movie Day screening and discussion during the NEA Spring 2016 Meeting led by Liz Coffey, Film Conservator at Harvard Film Archive.

But first we need submissions. We are asking NEA members or any archival repository in the New England region to submit a home movie to be screened to an audience of archivists. Formats accepted: 8mm, super 8, super 8 sound, 16mm, VHS, DVD, digital files (playable via laptop). And please note: all films will be handled by archivists and returned with care.

If you wish to submit a film or video for this unique event, please complete a submission form for consideration. Any questions, contact John Campopiano (jcampopiano@gmail.com).

To quote John Waters: "Home Movie Day is an orgy of self-discovery, a chance for family memories to suddenly become show business. If you’ve got one, whip it out and show it now."

New England Archivists: think Spring

Michelle Romero — Mon, 11 Jan 2016 13:51:23 GMT

NEW ENGLAND ARCHIVISTS SPRING 2016 MEETING
PORTLAND, MAINE | MARCH 31-APRIL 2, 2016

Early-bird registration is now open for the NEA Spring 2016 Meeting. Make plans to join us in Uncharted Waters in Portland, Maine.

This year's program will push the envelope trying out new programs and new ideas. There will be educational workshops and a Day of Service at the Maine Historical Society, plenary speakers Caleb Neelon and Wes Cowan, a new-member breakfast, and plenty of opportunities for networking. Or experience something different by participating in the very first archives StorySLAM, Moths in the Archives: Stories from the Stacks or NEA’s own Home Movie Day.

Check back to the NEA website and the NEA listserv often where we will post information on the program and workshops, things to do in Portland, and calls for participation. And you can also follow #NEAsp16 for updates and conversations about the meeting.

NEA has reserved a block of rooms at The Inn By the Bay Hotel and Convention Center in Portland, ME (innbythebay.com). The hotel includes an indoor pool and sauna, fitness center, and an onsite restaurant and lounge, and is just a short walk from the lively Old Port area of the city. Call to reserve a room at the NEA special rate ($125/night): 800-345-5050 (reference the NEA Meeting).

KEY SPRING 2016 MEETING DATES

1/11 -- (TODAY) Early-bird registration opens
1/13 -- Last day to enter a raffle to win a seat in an SAA workshop at Spring 2016
1/15 -- Deadline for applications for the meeting and travel scholarships
1/15 -- Deadline for submissions to Spring 2016 Home Movie Day and StorySLAM events
2/28 -- Early-bird registration ends
2/29 -- Advanced registration begins
3/01 -- Hotel CUT-OFF for special NEA reservation prices
3/25 -- Advanced registration ends
3/31 -- Onsite registration available as the Spring 2016 Meeting begins

Be part of things in Portland.

NEA Spring 2016 program is online and other stories

Michelle Romero — Fri, 08 Jan 2016 15:42:17 GMT

Although registration for the New England Archivists Spring 2016 Meeting does not open until this coming Monday, January 11th, the program is available online now. Browse through sessions, plenary speakers, workshops, and the many special events planned throughout the meeting.

Two of those special events still need participants. Both events will be interesting ways to view archives and archivists and we hope you'll take the opportunity to join us for either Moths in the Archives: Stories from the Stacks on Friday or Home Movie Day on Saturday.

FRIDAY APRIL 1ST
Moths in the Archives: Stories from the Stacks

Based on the StorySLAM competitions developed by NYC non-profit literary society The Moth, there are only four groundrules to the NEA competition at the Spring 2016 Meeting:
-- First rule is all stories must be true
-- Second rule is all stories must be told, not read.
-- Third rule is there is a 5-minute time limit.
-- And fourth rule is to keep it anonymous -- don't betray confidentiality restrictions

Questions? Contact Matt Spry (sprymatt@gmail.com) for information about the NEA event at the Spring 2016 Meeting. And get some great storytelling tips on The Moth's website.

FRIDAY APRIL 1ST
Home Movie Day

A home movie is a short amateur film or video typically made just to preserve a visual record of family activities, a vacation, or a special event, and intended for viewing at home by family and friends. (Wikipedia)

Archivists know better than anyone how much home movies are an important aspect to documenting everyday life and cultural history. To celebrate these unique films found in countless archival collections across New England, NEA will host a Home Movie Day screening and discussion during the NEA Spring 2016 Meeting led by Liz Coffey, Film Conservator at Harvard Film Archive.

If you wish to submit a film or video for this unique event, please complete a submission form for consideration before January 15, 2016. Any questions, contact John Campopiano (jcampopiano@gmail.com).

To quote John Waters: "Home Movie Day is an orgy of self-discovery, a chance for family memories to suddenly become show business. If you’ve got one, whip it out and show it now."

Scholarships for NEA's Spring 2016 Meeting

Michelle Romero — Wed, 06 Jan 2016 13:39:22 GMT

ATTEND THE SPRING 2016 MEETING WITH A NEA SCHOLARSHIP

ABOUT SPRING 2016
This year's meeting, Uncharted Waters, will push the envelope trying out new programs and new ideas. There will be a Day of Service at the Maine Historical Society, thought-provoking plenary speakers, a new-member breakfast, and plenty of opportunities for networking. Or experience something different by participating in the very first archives StorySLAM, Moths in the Archives: Stories from the Stacks or NEA’s own Home Movie Day.

Early-bird registration opens this coming Monday, January 11th.

NEA has reserved a block of rooms at The Inn By the Bay Hotel and Convention Center in Portland, ME. The hotel includes an indoor pool and sauna, fitness center, and an onsite restaurant and lounge, and is just a short walk from the lively Old Port area of the city. Call to reserve a room at the NEA special rate ($125/night): 800-345-5050 (reference the NEA Meeting).

And if you live in the Boston or New Hampshire area, check out the Amtrak Downeaster which runs daily between Boston and Portland to help calculate travel costs.

SPRING 2016 KEY DATES:

1/11 -- Early-bird registration opens
1/13 -- Last day to enter a raffle to win a seat in an SAA workshop at Spring 2016
1/15 -- Deadline for meeting and travel scholarships
1/15 -- Deadline to participate in NEA's own StorySLAM or Home Movie Day
2/28 -- Early-bird registration ends
2/29 -- Advanced registration begins
3/01 -- Hotel CUT-OFF for special NEA reservation prices
3/25 -- Advanced registration ends
3/31 -- Onsite registration available

Be part of things in Portland. Apply to one of the NEA meeting and travel scholarships.

NEA raffle to win a free seat in a SAA workshop

Michelle Romero — Mon, 04 Jan 2016 14:12:05 GMT

Happy 2016!

New England Archivists is hosting a raffle for a NEA member to win one free seat in a SAA full-day workshop at the NEA Spring 2016 Meeting in Portland, Maine (#NEASp16). Any NEA member who shares or retweets this announcement on Facebook or Twitter using the NEA Spring 2016 hashtag* will automatically be entered to win.

* NEA members do not need to be on social media to be eligible to enter the raffle (see details below).

ABOUT THE SAA WORKSHOP

Date: Thursday March, 31, 2016
Time: 9:00 a.m. -- 5:00 p.m.
Place: Portland, Maine (NEA Spring 2016 Meeting)

Arrangement and Description of Electronic Records, Part I (DAS)

This one–day course introduces you to processing strategies that are applicable to born-digital records, with an emphasis on basic concepts that archivists use to establish descriptive control over digital content. You’ll learn about standards and tools that can be used to implement an integrated processing strategy. You’ll also participate in a set of instructor–led exercises that arrange and describe some electronic records in ways that maintain the integrity and authenticity of the digital records.

For a more detailed description of this workshop, visit http://saa.archivists.org/events/arrangement-and-description-of-electronic-records-part-i-1633/636/

HOW TO ENTER:

Choose one of three ways to enter:

-- Facebook: “Like” NEA’s Facebook page and “share” this post on your own timeline (#NEASp16)

-- Twitter: Follow NEA’s Twitter account and retweet this announcement (#NEASp16)

-- Email: Email communications@newenglandarchivists.org with your name and contact information.

Fine Print: Please read before entering the raffle.

1. Entries will be accepted from Monday January 4, 2016 through Wednesday January 13th. The winner will be notified by Friday January 15, 2016.

2. You must be a member in good standing of the New England Archivists

3. This seat is non-transferable. You cannot give the seat to another person if you are unable to attend the workshop yourself. If the workshop is cancelled due to any reason, you cannot transfer it to another SAA workshop -- it is good for this workshop only. If you must cancel, please inform SAA directly.

4. You do not need to be on social media to enter to win. You can email communications@newenglandarchivists.org instead.

Registration for NEA Spring 2016 Meeting opens January 11th: Start thinking #NEAsp16 now!

NEA award applications now open

Michelle Romero — Fri, 18 Dec 2015 13:31:20 GMT

Apply for one of NEA's three awards to help members in their professional development and activities:

The application period for the Richard W. Hale, Jr. Professional Development Award is now open.

The Richard W. Hale Award is given annually by NEA to promote the professional development of archivists in the region. Individual members of NEA are invited to apply for the award. For more information on the award and submitting an application, go to: newenglandarchivists.org/awards/hale

Applications and supporting documentation must be submitted to Jessica Sedgwick (jmsedg@gmail.com), Hale Award Committee Chair, by February 15, 2016.

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The application period for the Richard L. Haas Records Management Award is now open.

The Richard L. Haas Records Management Award is given annually by NEA in support of a project that promotes increased cooperation, understanding, and knowledge between the archival and records management professions. Applicants need not be a member of NEA to receive this award. For more information on the award and submitting an application, go to: newenglandarchivists.org/awards/haas

Applications and supporting documentation must be submitted to Silvia Mejia (silvia.mejia@gmail.com), Haas Award Committee Chair, by February 15, 2016.

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The application period for the Audio/Visual Professional Development Award is now open.

The A/V Professional Development Award is given annually by NEA to promote the professional development of members in the areas of moving image, recorded sound, and time-based media. Individual members of NEA are invited to apply for the award. For more information on the award and submitting an application, go to: newenglandarchivists.org/av_award

Applications and supporting documentation must be submitted to Erica Boudreau (ericacathryn@gmail.com), AV Professional Development Award Committee Chair, by February 15, 2016.

Scholarships for NEA's Spring 2016 Meeting

Michelle Romero — Mon, 14 Dec 2015 14:58:01 GMT

ATTEND THE SPRING 2016 MEETING WITH A NEA SCHOLARSHIP

NEA offers two different scholarships to help support NEA members attending the annual spring meetings. The Meeting and Travel Scholarship (for non-student members only) and the Susan J. Von Salis Student Meeting and Travel Scholarship (for student members only) include registration (at the appropriate early-bird rate) and up to $300 towards travel and hotel expenses.

--- Applications and supporting documentation must be submitted to Abigail Cramer (abigail.cramer@gmail.com), Meeting and Travel Scholarships Committee Chair, by January 15th.

ABOUT SPRING 2016

This year's meeting, Uncharted Waters, will push the envelope trying out new programs and new ideas. There will be a Day of Service at the Maine Historical Society, thought-provoking plenary speakers, a new-member breakfast, and plenty of opportunities for networking. Or experience something different by participating in the very first archives StorySLAM, Moths in the Archives: Stories from the Stacks or NEA’s own Home Movie Day.

NEA has reserved a block of rooms at The Inn By the Bay Hotel and Convention Center in Portland, ME. The hotel includes an indoor pool and sauna, fitness center, and an onsite restaurant and lounge, and is just a short walk from the lively Old Port area of the city. Call to reserve a room at the NEA special rate ($125/night): 800-345-5050 (reference the NEA Meeting).

And if you live in the Boston or New Hampshire area, check out the Amtrak Downeaster which runs daily between Boston and Portland to help calculate travel costs.

SPRING 2016 KEY DATES:
1/11 -- Early-bird registration opens
1/15 -- Deadline for applications for the meeting and travel scholarships
1/15 -- Deadline for submissions to Spring 2016 Home Movie Day and StorySLAM events
2/28 -- Early-bird registration ends
2/29 -- Advanced registration begins
3/01 -- Hotel CUT-OFF for special NEA reservation prices
3/25 -- Advanced registration ends
3/31 -- Onsite registration available

Be part of things in Portland. Apply to one of the NEA meeting and travel scholarships.

Call for submissions: archivist home movies

Michelle Romero — Tue, 08 Dec 2015 13:51:49 GMT

John Waters has said that there's no such thing as a bad home movie.

But you don't need to tell that to a bunch of archivists. We all know how much home movies and amateur films are an important aspect to documenting everyday life and our cultural history. To celebrate these unique films found in countless archival collections across New England, NEA will host a Home Movie Day screening and discussion during the NEA Spring 2016 Meeting led by Liz Coffey, Film Conservator at Harvard Film Archive.

We are asking NEA members to submit either personal family home movies or else amateur films/home movies from archival institution's collections. Formats accepted: 8mm, super 8, super 8 sound, 16mm, VHS, DVD, digital files (playable via laptop). And please note: all films will be handled by archivists and returned with care.

If you wish to submit a film or video for this unique event, please complete a submission form for consideration before January 15, 2016. Any questions, please contact John Campopiano (jcampopiano@gmail.com).

To quote Mr. Waters again: Home Movie Day is an orgy of self-discovery, a chance for family memories to suddenly become show business. If you’ve got one, whip it out and show it now.

Do you know a good archives story?

Michelle Romero — Mon, 07 Dec 2015 14:03:15 GMT

Have you ever had something interesting or unexpected happen while in the archives? Something funny, weird, wise, or unforgettable? Tell us about it during NEA's first StorySLAM: Moths in the Archives: Stories from the Stacks.

Based on the StorySLAM competitions developed by NYC non-profit literary society The Moth, there are only four ground rules to the NEA competition at the Spring 2016 Meeting:

-- First rule is all stories must be true

-- Second rule is all stories must be told, not read.

-- Third rule is there is a 5-minute time limit.

-- And fourth rule is to keep it anonymous -- don't betray confidentiality restrictions

Questions? Contact Matt Spry (sprymatt@gmail.com) for information about the NEA event at the Spring 2016 Meeting. And get some great storytelling tips on The Moth's website.

Call for Spring 2017 Committee Members

Michelle Romero — Thu, 03 Dec 2015 14:43:19 GMT

We are looking for several additional volunteers to help plan the three-day NEA Spring 2017 Meeting on Cape Cod in Hyannis, Massachusetts. We will need help planning sessions, plenary speakers, local arrangements, social events, various membership services, and a local Day of Service event.

Serving on a NEA committee is a great way to get interact and network with many professional colleagues. If you would like to nominate yourself, or a colleague, please contact Krista Ferrante (ksferrante@yahoo.com) chair of the NEA Spring 2017 Meeting, by January 21, 2016.

NEA board meeting this Friday in Amherst, MA

Michelle Romero — Wed, 02 Dec 2015 14:39:12 GMT

NEA EXECUTIVE BOARD MEETING
Friday, December 4, 2015

Time: 10:00 am – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Hampshire College
Franklin Patterson Hall, Room 101
893 West St, Amherst, MA 01002

[Google Map with Driving Directions]

The final agenda for the December board meeting at Hampshire College is available on the NEA website.

All NEA members are welcome to attend the NEA Executive Board quarterly meeting on Friday, December 4th. If you are interested in attending, please RSVP to NEA Vice President, Jennifer Gunter King (jking@hampshire.edu / 413-207-1416).

Unable to attend in person? NEA is committed to making our board meetings open to all members. If you would like to request remote access to part or all of the December meeting, please contact the Inclusion and Diversity Coordinator, Anna Clutterbuck-Cook (diversity@newenglandarchivists.org / 617-646-056) and we will do what we can to accommodate your request.

You can always access board meeting minutes on the NEA website.

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DIRECTIONS TO HAMPSHIRE COLLEGE

Parking: If you plan on attending the meeting and you are driving, please fill out the following form for a parking pass to Hampshire College. You will need to print it so you can place it on your dashboard. This pass is good for either Dakin/Merrill student/visitor lot (in front of the Yiddish Book Center) or else the Library Lot.

Since Hampshire College is accessible only by car, please contact Jennifer Gunter King about rideshare information.

Franklin Patterson Hall https://goo.gl/maps/mH3i7bydUrB2
On entering Hampshire College from Rte. 116, turn left. At the first stop sign, turn left onto South Campus Drive and park in either the Dakin/Merrill or Library lots. Franklin Patterson Hall is located on your first right-hand turn into campus. It is an academic building next to Dakin Hall. Dakin is on the perimeter of campus, and Franklin Patterson is closer to the center of campus. There are two entrances to Franklin Patterson. The large entrance brings you to the campus lecture halls. To get to room 101, you go up a level of stairs and turn right into a hallway. 101 is at the end.

(Look for signs directing you to the NEA Board Meeting)

Call for committee members

Michelle Romero — Tue, 01 Dec 2015 14:44:45 GMT

AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS COMMITTEES

The NEA Representatives-at-Large seek NEA members serve on the Awards and Scholarship Committees to help review applications for the following:
     -- Hale Professional Development Award
     -- Haas Records Management Award
     -- A/V Professional Development Award
     -- The Susan J. Von Salis Student Meeting and Travel Scholarship
     -- The NEA Member Meeting and Travel Scholarship
Applications for these awards will be accepted starting in early December, and winners will be chosen by February. For more information on NEA awards and scholarships, see: newenglandarchivists.org/awards

To volunteer for these committees, contact NEA Rep-at-Large Erica Boudreau at ericacathryn@gmail.com by Monday, December 7th.

Save-the-date: NEA Executive Board Meeting

Michelle Romero — Tue, 24 Nov 2015 13:54:52 GMT

NEA EXECUTIVE BOARD MEETING
Friday, December 4, 2015

Time: 10:00 am – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Hampshire College
Franklin Patterson Hall, Room 101
893 West St, Amherst, MA 01002

[Google Map with Driving Directions]

DIRECTIONS TO HAMPSHIRE COLLEGE

(Look for signs directing you to the NEA Board Meeting)

NEA Election results

Michelle Romero — Thu, 19 Nov 2015 14:12:29 GMT

NEA members:

Votes have been counted and the election results are in. Please join the 2016 Nominating Committee in congratulating the winners:

Vice President/President Elect (2016): Ellen Doon
Secretary (2016-2018): Caitlin Birch
Representatives-at-Large (2016-2019): Abigail Cramer and Liz Francis

Congratulations to the winners and thank you to all those who volunteered to run this year.

2016 Nominating Committee
     Jill Snyder (Chair)
     Chris Burns
     Marta Crilly
     Joanie Gearin
     Nova Seals

Start thinking Spring

Michelle Romero — Wed, 18 Nov 2015 14:09:31 GMT

NEW ENGLAND ARCHIVISTS SPRING 2016 MEETING
PORTLAND, MAINE
MARCH 31-APRIL 2, 2016

Make plans to join us in Uncharted Waters in Portland, Maine for NEA Spring 2016!

This year's meeting will push the envelope trying out new programs and new ideas. There will be educational workshops and a Day of Service at the Maine Historical Society, thought-provoking plenary speakers, a new-member breakfast, and plenty of opportunities for networking. Or experience something different by participating in the very first Archives StorySLAM or NEA’s Home Movie Day. Be part of things in Portland.

Check back to the NEA website and the NEA listserv often where we will post information on the program and workshops, things to do in Portland, and calls for participation. And you can also follow #NEAsp16 for updates and conversations about the meeting.

NEA has reserved a block of rooms at The Inn By the Bay Hotel and Convention Center in Portland, ME (innbythebay.com). The hotel includes an indoor pool and sauna, fitness center, and an onsite restaurant and lounge, and is just a short walk from the lively Old Port area of the city. Call to reserve a room at the NEA special rate ($125/night): 800-345-5050 (reference the NEA Meeting).

UPCOMING KEY DATES:
1/11 -- Early-bird registration opens
2/28 -- Early-bird registration ends
2/29 -- Advanced registration begins
3/01 -- Hotel CUT-OFF for special NEA reservation prices
3/25 -- Advanced registration ends
3/31 -- Onsite registration available

Last day to vote

Michelle Romero — Fri, 13 Nov 2015 14:28:49 GMT

It's the last day -- make your vote count!

Today (Friday November 13th) the voting for the next NEA VP/President-Elect, Secretary, and Representative-at-Large will end at 5pm EST. Your vote can make a difference for the future of the New England Archivists.

Vice President/President Elect
-- Karen Adler Abramson
-- Ellen Doon

Secretary
-- Caitlin Birch
-- Adrienne Pruitt

Representative-at-Large
-- Abigail Cramer
-- Liz Francis
-- Ben Johnson
-- Betsy J. Spekke

VOTE for the next NEA leaders

Michelle Romero — Mon, 09 Nov 2015 14:43:18 GMT

Just a reminder that the deadline for voting in the NEA election is this Friday November 13, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. EST. This is your opportunity to have a say who you want to lead NEA.

Check out the candidate's statements on the NEA website.

Vice President/President Elect
   -- Karen Adler Abramson
   -- Ellen Doon

Secretary
   -- Caitlin Birch
   -- Adrienne Pruitt

Representative-at-Large
   -- Abigail Cramer
   -- Liz Francis
   -- Ben Johnson
   -- Betsy J. Spekke

Fall 2015 Online registration extended

Michelle Romero — Mon, 02 Nov 2015 14:30:27 GMT

EXPLORING THE EYE OF HISTORY: NEA SYMPOSIUM ON 19TH CENTURY PHOTOGRAPHY

The New England Archivist Fall 2015 Meeting in Providence, RI, is less than a week away. And we have good news: online registration has been extended to November 7th. There are still spots to register for the symposium at this completely unique meeting focused on the identification and description of 19th-century photography. All presentations will be geared toward those who manage large photographic collections as well as those who work with these materials just occasionally, toward novices and seasoned archivists. Whatever your level of experience, this meeting will have something for you. For more information about the program, local resources (such as parking, hotels, and restaurants), and the registration process, see the NEA website or follow us on Twitter and Facebook using the hashtag #NEAfall15.

Looking forward to seeing you in Providence!

NEA elections start MONDAY Nov 2

Michelle Romero — Fri, 30 Oct 2015 13:18:13 GMT

NOVEMBER IS ELECTION MONTH

Learn more about the candidates running for positions on the NEA website:

Private and secure voting will take place online through votenet.com. Please look for an e-mail on November 2nd with your unique user name and password to vote. If you do not receive an email from votenet, but believe you should, contact NEA Immediate Past President Jill Snyder (jillannsnyder@gmail.com).

Meet the NEA Candidates: VP/Pres

Michelle Romero — Thu, 29 Oct 2015 13:32:59 GMT

VICE PRESIDENT/PRESIDENT-ELECT

When voting for the next Vice President/President-Elect — you are also voting for NEA’s next President. This position has a three-year term: the first year serves as Vice President, the second year serves as President, and the third year serves as Immediate Past President.

For their first year, the elected candidate will serve as Vice President. They will work closely with the President, assisting in the business of NEA and selecting the sites and chairs for upcoming Meetings. In their second year, they will become President of NEA. As President they will conduct all of NEA’s business and become the spokesperson on archival concerns within the region as well as nationally. In their third year, this person will become the Immediate Past President. They will be responsible for the Nominating Committee, Distinguished Service Award, Archival Advocacy Award, and Financial Planning Committees. And they will prepare the next year’s election slate.

This year we have two candidates for the position of Vice President/President-Elect (LISTED ALPHABETICALLY). Each candidate answered the question: What do you see as the major challenges for archivists in New England and what do you see as NEA’s role in addressing that challenge, over the next three years?

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Karen Adler Abramson
Director of Archives, John F. Kennedy Presidential Library & Museum

Service to NEA: Member, Program Committee, Spring 2013 Meeting; Co-Chair, Diversity Task Force, 2011-2013; Representative-at-Large, Board of Directors, 2006-2012; Member, Membership Recruitment and Retention Task Force, 2006-2008; Member, Program Committee, Fall 2007 Meeting; Co-Chair, Program Committee, Spring 2005 Meeting.

Read more about Karen...

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Ellen Doon
Head of the Manuscript Unit, Beinecke Library, Yale University

Service to NEA: Member of Executive Board (Representative-at-Large), 2007-2013; Haas Award Continuance Task Force, chair, 2013; Program Committee co-Chair, Spring 2009; Nominating Committee, 2004/05; NEA Newsletter Editor, 2001-04; Program Committee, Spring 2003; Local Arrangements Committee, Fall 2001. Member since 1997.

Read more about Ellen... (scroll down one candidate)

REMEMBER: NEA ELECTIONS BEGIN NOVEMBER 2nd...

Meet the NEA Candidates: Secretary

Michelle Romero — Wed, 28 Oct 2015 13:17:41 GMT

The Secretary is a voting member on the Executive Board, prepares and circulates the minutes of the Executive Board Meetings and Annual Business Meeting, updates the Policy and Procedures Manual, and transfers all non-current records to the NEA archives.

This year we have two candidates for the position of Secretary (LISTED ALPHABETICALLY). Each candidate answered the question: What do you see as the major challenges for archivists in New England and what do you see as NEA’s role in addressing that challenge, over the next three years?

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Caitlin Birch
Digital Collections and Oral History Archivist, Rauner Special Collections Library, Dartmouth College

Service to NEA: Co-chair, Strategic Plan Task Force, November 2014 - Present; Co-chair, Mentoring Task Force, June 2014 - September 2015; Co-founder, NEA Mentoring Program; Co-founder and Co-chair, Roundtable for Early Professionals and Students (REPS), January 2013 - March 2014

Read more about Caitlin...

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Adrienne Pruitt
Collections Management Archivist, Tufts University

Service to NEA: Secretary, 2014-2016; Member, Records Schedule Implementation Task Force, 2015

Read more about Adrienne... (scroll down one candidate)

Tomorrow watch for our announcement on Meet the Candidates for President-Elect/Vice President.

REMEMBER: NEA ELECTIONS BEGIN NOVEMBER 2nd...

Meet the NEA Candidates: REPS

Michelle Romero — Tue, 27 Oct 2015 13:03:45 GMT

NEA leadership has worked hard over the past few years to greatly expand member’s benefits and programs. On November 2nd voting for next year’s NEA leaders will begin. Make sure to read up on the candidates and vote for NEA’s future.

MEET THE CANDIDATES FOR REPRESENTATIVE-AT-LARGE
Our Representatives-at-Large are voting members on the Executive Board, liaisons with NEA standing committees, and serve on a variety of award and planning committees. They represent the general membership.

This year we have four candidates for one of the four Rep-at-Large positions (LISTED ALPHABETICALLY). Each candidate answered the question: What do you see as the major challenges for archivists in New England and what do you see as NEA’s role in addressing that challenge, over the next three years?

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Abigail Cramer
Librarian/Archivist at Historic New England

Service to NEA: Interim Representative-at-Large (current), Task Force on Records Management (current), Task Force to Explore Online Learning Tools (current), Fall 2013 program committee, Spring 2014 program committee, Steering Committee for the Roundtable for Early Professionals and Students, Chair of the Fall 2014 program committee

Read more about Abigail...

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Liz Francis
Records Archivist, Tufts University Digital Collections and Archives

Service to NEA: Co-chair, Program Committee, MARAC-NEA Joint Meeting, Spring 2015; Co-chair, Records Schedule Implementation Task Force, 2015; Interim Co-chair, Academic Archivists Roundtable, 2014-2015; Session Reporter, 2014; Steering Committee, Roundtable for Early Professionals and Students, 2013.

Read more about Liz... (scroll down one candidate)

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Ben Johnson
Senior Processing Archivist, Baker Library, Harvard Business School

Service to NEA: Member of New England Archivists since 2004; Mentoring Circle Program mentor, 2014-2015; Session Reporter, Newsletter, Spring 2014; Spring 2014 Meeting Planning Committee member; Outreach Committee member (2005-2009)

Read more more about Ben... (scroll down two candidates)

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Betsy J. Spekke
Archivist III, Maine State Archives

Service to NEA: Having recently joined NEA, I attended the NEA/MARAC conference in Boston this year and am on the following roundtables: Digital Archivist Roundtable, Records Management Roundtable and the Roundtable for Early Professionals and Students

Read more more about Betsy... (scroll down to final candidate)

Tomorrow watch for our announcement on Meet the Candidates for Secretary.

REMEMBER: NEA ELECTIONS BEGIN NOVEMBER 2nd...

NEA members: Are you eligible to vote? Deadline is TODAY

Michelle Romero — Mon, 26 Oct 2015 12:35:06 GMT

On November 2nd voting for next year's New England Archivist leaders will begin, but you can only vote if you are a member. If you are not a current member or your membership has lapsed, you must renew your membership by noon TODAY (October 26, 2015) to be eligible to vote in this year's election.

If you have any issues renewing your NEA membership, contact Membership Secretary Elizabeth Slomba at membership@newenglandarchivists.org.

Exploring Providence, RI, at the NEA Fall 2015 Meeting

Michelle Romero — Fri, 23 Oct 2015 13:15:54 GMT

Now that the New England Archivists' Fall 2015 Meeting is only two weeks away -- now is the time to register (if you haven't already, of course!). As you know, there will be an opportunity to listen to independent scholar and collector of 19th-century photographs, Jane Turano-Thompson talk about "Photography and the Cultural Experience of Image-Making in American Society, 1840-1880." And at the end of the symposium, Providence's Wonder Show will perform "Strange Sites and Untold Stories" -- a modern-day lantern slide show.

But there is so much to see while you are in Providence, RI, that we hope you will take advantage of getting to know the city. Look to the Fall 2015 Meeting page on the website to find information on the best ways to travel to Providence, where to park, where to stay, and a helpful map you can download of meeting sites and area attractions put together by NEA member Janaya Kizzie.

Providence is really such a cool city -- register for the symposium and make a full day of it: exploring the city and learning about 19th-century photography.

Looking forward to seeing you in Providence!

NEA members: get ready to VOTE (but first renew your membership)

Michelle Romero — Thu, 22 Oct 2015 13:07:20 GMT

NOVEMBER IS ELECTION MONTH

Over the past few years NEA has been developing the organization's member benefits and programs exponentially. This effort is due, in part, to the dedication of our current and past leadership. On November 2nd voting for next year's NEA leaders will begin, but you can only vote if you are a member. If you are not a current member or your membership has lapsed, you must renew your membership by 12pm on October 26, 2015 to be eligible to vote in this year's election. Please review your email address in the membership directory and make sure it is correct. It is this email address that will be linked to your ballot.

Next week we will introduce you to our round of candidates (listed alphabetically). Or you can check out the candidate's statements at anytime on the NEA website. Private and secure voting will take place online through votenet.com. Please look for an e-mail on November 2nd with your unique user name and password to vote.

The New England Media & Memory Coalition

Michelle Romero — Wed, 21 Oct 2015 12:59:32 GMT

This summer WGBH/FRONTLINE Records Manager John Campopiano launched The New England Media & Memory Coalition (NEMMC) to great success. Geared towards anyone interested in archives, community media, or media in general, NEMMC is a regional organization dedicated to fostering discussion and promoting a better understanding of how media and digital and analog technologies intersect with and relate to memory, identity, nostalgia, and senses of place. It supports and is represented by myriad professions including but not limited to archives, A/V and moving-image conservation, cultural informatics, art, and information science.

Find out more by reading NEMMC's inaugural quarterly newsletter which offers insight into some of the content (interviews, longer form articles, videos, and more) featured on the website. Going further, the newsletter also adds interesting tidbits related both to NEMMC activities and the themes and ideas it explores. If you are interested in receiving future newsletters, contact John Campopiano directly at jcampopiano@gmail.com.

Stay tuned for new content over the coming months including a NEMMC meet-up in the Boston area in early 2016. And watch for our upcoming Facebook and Twitter pages which will be a great way to hear about NEMMC's current and upcoming activities.

EXPLORING THE EYE OF HISTORY: NEA SYMPOSIUM ON 19TH-CENTURY PHOTOGRAPHY

Michelle Romero — Fri, 16 Oct 2015 13:22:52 GMT

The New England Archivist Fall 2015 Meeting in Providence, RI, is just a mere 3 weeks away! Don't forget to register for this completely unique meeting focused on the identification and description of 19th-century photography. In our last email we told you about the STRANGE SITES AND UNTOLD STORIES performance from the Wonder Show which will feature a lantern slide-show using the Providence Public Library's special collections, reproduced using 19th-century photographic techniques.

In this post we want to tell you about the symposium's opening speaker, Jane Turano-Thompson, an independent scholar and collector of 19th-century photography. See things from the other side of the table with her talk, "Photography and the Cultural Experience of Image-Making in American Society, 1840-1880."

Jane Turano-Thompson is formerly Editor of The American Art Journal, in New York and subsequently Consulting Editor of that magazine. She has written for numerous art and antiques publications and has lectured at the Dublin Seminar for New England Folklife, the American Antiquarian Society, the New England American Studies Association, the Smith College Museum of Art, Middlebury College, the New Bedford Whaling Museum, the National Portrait Gallery, and many other museums and historical societies.

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There are still spots available to attend the afternoon symposium portion of the meeting. For more information about the program, local resources (such as parking, hotels, and restaurants), and the registration process, see the NEA website or follow us on Twitter and Facebook using the hashtag #NEAfall15.

Looking forward to seeing you in Providence!

FINAL day sign up for NEA/REPS 2nd Annual Day of Service

Michelle Romero — Tue, 13 Oct 2015 13:26:41 GMT

Today is the last day to reserve a spot for this Saturday, October 17th, New England Archivists and the NEA Roundtable of Early Professionals and Students (REPS) 2nd Annual NEA/REPS Day of Service (#REPSserves15).

But some of the venues still have some spaces available and they need our help:
     -- History Project: Documenting LGBTQ (Boston, MA)
     -- USS Constitution Museum (Charlestown, MA)
     -- Worcester Refugee Archive (Worcester, MA)
     -- Colchester Historical Society (Colchester, CT)
     -- Hardwick Historical Society (Hardwick, VT) (FULL)

Read more about each location on the REPS website.

The Day of Service events allow NEA members an opportunity to give back to our peers in the archival community. Volunteers donate their time and professional expertise at five New England repositories in need of improving access to their collections.

Remember -- today is the LAST DAY to reserve a spot. Sign up to reserve your space and make sure each institution gets some volunteers.

To get involved or learn more about the benefits of volunteering at this event, contact Rose Oliveira (rose.roliveir@gmail.com).

Spaces are still available for the NEA/REPS 2nd Annual Day of Service

Michelle Romero — Thu, 08 Oct 2015 12:36:34 GMT

NEA REPS 2nd Annual Day of Service!

It's that time of year again!

New England Archivists and the NEA Roundtable for Early Professionals and Students (REPS) are excited to announce the 2nd Annual NEA/REPS Day of Service (#REPSserves15). As an opportunity for NEA members to give back to the archival community, volunteers will donate their time and professional expertise at five New England repositories in need of improving access to their collections.

On Saturday, October 17, 2015, volunteers can choose to spend the day helping out at

-- History Project: Documenting LGBTQ Boston (MA), Space Available

-- USS Constitution Museum (Charlestown, MA) Spaces Available

-- Worcester Refugee Archive (MA) Spaces Available

-- Colchester Historical Society (CT) Spaces Available

-- Hardwick Historical Society (VT) FULL

Read about the projects on the REPS NEA Blog

Don't delay -- the LAST DAY to reserve a spot is Tuesday October 13th. Sign up today to reserve your space.

To get involved or learn more about the benefits of volunteering at this event, contact Rose Oliveira (rose.roliveir@gmail.com).

Call for Fall 2015 Session Reporters

Michelle Romero — Wed, 07 Oct 2015 13:31:52 GMT

The NEA Newsletter is looking for volunteers to serve as session reporters for the Fall Meeting on Saturday, November 7, 2015 at AS220 Studios and the Providence Public Library in Providence, Rhode Island.

Session Reporters will write a summary of their assigned session for publication in the January 2016 issue of the Newsletter. One reporter is needed for each of the sessions in bold below. For presenter bios and a full schedule for the day, visit: http://newenglandarchivists.org/Fall-2015:

MORNING WORKSHOPS **please note that registration for the morning workshops is full; only those who are registered to attend the morning workshops may volunteer to report on these sessions
-- Activity 1 - Cyanotype with Sam Thompson, Photographer, Rhode Island
-- Activity 2 - Wet plate collodion with Brett Henrikson, Photographer, Rhode Island
-- Activity 3 - History and current use of 19th C photographic techniques with Martha Mahard, Professor of Practice, Simmons College, Boston, MA and Kathleen Deep, Collections Coordinator, Univ. of Connecticut, Storrs, CT

AFTERNOON SYMPOSIUM
-- Symposium Opening Talk: Jane Turano-Thompson, Independent Scholar and Collector of 19th C Photography
-- Description/Cataloging of 19th Century Photos with Robert Burton, Photograph Cataloger, Harvard University Libraries
-- Identification of 19th Century Photos with Matthew Mason, Archivist and Eve Neiger, Processing Archivist, Beinecke Library, Yale University

Sessions will be assigned on a “first-come, first-served” basis. Please complete your registration prior to volunteering as a session reporter. Student reporters are welcome.

Reports should be approximately 500 to 600 words, and submissions are due by December 1, 2015.

If you are certain that you will be attending the Fall Meeting and are interested in reporting, or if you have any questions, please contact Carolyn Hayes, Session Reports/Internet Tidbits Editor, at carolyn_hayes@hms.harvard.edu.

Thank you, and I look forward to seeing you all in Providence!

Carolyn Hayes
Session Reports/Internet Tidbits Editor
NEA Newsletter

NEA seeks volunteer to serve on MA History Conference Program Committee

Michelle Romero — Tue, 06 Oct 2015 13:11:04 GMT

NEA seeks interested individual(s) to assist the Massachusetts History Conference (MHC) in planning an archives track at their annual conference in June 2016.

The Massachusetts History Conference's purpose is to support public local history. The conference features panel discussions and workshops on topics of interest to small museums and other historical organizations and people who work with them. Over 100 people, representing public history in the state of Massachusetts, attend this event at The College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, MA every year. Recent speakers at the MHC have included Professor Laurel Thatcher Ulrich, filmmaker Ian Cheney, Professor Jill Lepore, and author Ray Raphael. The 2016 MHC, as it did in 2015, will feature an archives track within the program and has again given New England Archivists the opportunity to organize this portion. This is an incredible opportunity to help shape a vital and interesting conference and advocate for the role of archivists and archives to our region's public historians.

Planning for the Conference has just begun and will conclude in early June (2016) with the Conference itself. If you are interested in this opportunity or have further questions, please contact NEA President Colin Lukens (colin_lukens@harvard.edu). Deadline to express interest is Tuesday, October 13, 2015.

Further information on the MHC can be found here: http://masshumanities.org/programs/mass-history/history-conference/

Time to vote for your 2016/2017 board members

Michelle Romero — Mon, 05 Oct 2015 12:51:46 GMT

NOVEMBER IS ELECTION MONTH

Mark your calendars now for the 2015 NEA Election: November 2nd through 13th. During October, we will introduce you to our round of candidates (listed alphabetically). Or you can check out the candidate's statements at anytime on the NEA website. Private and secure voting will take place online through votenet.com. Please look for an e-mail on November 2nd with your unique user name and password to vote.

Vice President/President Elect
   -- Karen Adler Abramson
   -- Ellen Doon

Secretary
   -- Caitlin Birch
   -- Adrienne Pruitt

Representative-at-Large
   -- Abigail Cramer
   -- Liz Francis
   -- Ben Johnson
   -- Betsy J. Spekke

A couple of other important things to know….

To be eligible to vote, you must renew your membership by noon on October 26th. Please review your email address in the membership directory and make sure it is correct. It is this email address that will be linked to your ballot.

Experience the 19th century through a photographic lens

Michelle Romero — Fri, 02 Oct 2015 12:55:12 GMT

EXPLORING THE EYE OF HISTORY: NEA SYMPOSIUM ON 19TH CENTURY PHOTOGRAPHY

There are still spots available to attend the afternoon symposium portion of “Exploring the Eye of History,” the New England Archivists’ Fall 2015 Meeting at the Providence Public Library in Providence, Rhode Island. The symposium will include talks and workshop-style sessions devoted to the identification and description of 19th-century photography. The day will culminate with a collaborative performance of a magic lantern show by Providence's Wonder Show.

STRANGE SITES AND UNTOLD STORIES: JUST WHAT IS A WONDER SHOW?

The Wonder Show is a group of artists who explore new ways of viewing, storytelling and community-building through contemporary reinterpretations of the Victorian magical lantern show. Anya Ventura (emeritus) and Carolyn Gennari describe why lantern slide shows appeal to them as artists: "Seemingly composed of nothing but light and shadow, projected images suggest a certain wavering faithfulness to reality but only an ephemeral, and perhaps deceptive, one. The projected image challenges the relationship between the seen and unseen, reality and representation, and reason and belief. As we thought about what a 21st-century magic lantern show might look like, we became interested in how the idea of sympathetic magic might be applied to the idea of art-making itself. We researched magic lantern shows, Phantasmagoria or ghost shows, Spiritualist séances, and magician's conjuring tricks—all to uncover something about the nature of illusion, and the magic of giving form to the spirit, the invisible, the ghosts of history."

For the NEA Fall 2015 Meeting, The Wonder Show will present an abbreviated version of their performance "Strange Sites and Untold Stories." For this show they worked with the Providence Public Library's special collections, reproducing—using 19th-century photographic techniques—an enigmatic collection of snapshots documenting life in Rhode Island at the turn of the century. The show features a series of readers performing original stories as the photographs are projected behind them with the magic lantern.

Visit https://thewondershow.wordpress.com/shows/ or http://www.provlib.org/exhibitions/wondershow for more information.

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The Fall 2015 Meeting Committee has worked diligently to bring you a completely unique meeting experience, so reserve your space before it fills up. For more information about the program, local resources (such as parking, hotels, and restaurants), and the registration process, see the NEA website or follow us on Twitter and Facebook using the hashtag #NEAfall15.

Looking forward to seeing you in Providence!

Fall 2015 Program Committee
New England Archivists

NEA board meeting this Friday

Michelle Romero — Wed, 23 Sep 2015 14:22:37 GMT

NEA EXECUTIVE BOARD MEETING
Friday, September 25th

Time: 10:00 am – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Massachusetts Historical Society (MHS)
1145 Boylston Street
Boston, MA 02215

All NEA members are welcome to attend the NEA Executive Board quarterly meeting on Friday, June 26th. If you are interested, please contact Anna Clutterbuck-Cook at MHS: acook@masshist.org

Unable to attend the September 2015 board meeting in person? NEA is committed to making our board meetings open to all members. If you would like to request remote access to part or all of the September meeting, please contact the Inclusion and Diversity Coordinator, Anna Clutterbuck-Cook (acook@masshist.org / 617-646-0561) and we will do what we can to accommodate your request.

You can read the board meeting agenda on the NEA website: http://www.newenglandarchivists.org/news/3393012.

New England Archivists
Communications Committee

NEA Fall 2015 morning workshops are now full!

Thu, 17 Sep 2015 19:54:58 GMT

The morning photo workshop at AS220 for the New England Archivists Fall 2015 Meeting, "Exploring the Eye of History" is now full. Good news though: there are still spaces left for the afternoon symposium, but make sure to reserve your spot early.

Because of the great interest in this workshop (it sold out in one day!), NEA workshop coordinators are working with AS220 to try and offer it again in the spring. Look for more announcements in the next few months.

If you are still interested in attending the workshop during the Fall Meeting, you can put your name on a wait list. Email NEA Registrar Emily Atkins.

See you in Providence!

Registration for Fall 2015 is now open

Mon, 14 Sep 2015 12:40:55 GMT

EXPLORING THE EYE OF HISTORY: NEA WORKSHOP AND SYMPOSIUM ON 19TH-CENTURY PHOTOGRAPHY

We are excited to announce that registration is now open (symposium only or workshop and symposium) for the New England Archivists' Fall 2015 New England Meeting, "Exploring the Eye of History." This unique meeting promises to be a fascinating experience so make sure to reserve your space early.

The two-part day will begin at the AS220 studios with a small morning workshop, where thirty participants will gain hands-on experience developing images using several 19th-century photography processes like cyanotype and wet plate collodion photography.

The afternoon session, a larger symposium at the Providence Public Library, will include talks and demonstrations devoted to the history and techniques of 19th-century photography. The day will culminate with a collaborative reinterpretation of a magic lantern show by Providence’s Wonder Show.

All presentations will be geared toward those who manage large photographic collections as well as those who work with these materials just occasionally -- novices and seasoned archivists alike. Whatever your level of experience, this meeting will have something for you. Enthusiasm is the only prerequisite!

Registration opens today, Monday September 14th. For more information about the program, local resources (such as parking, hotels, and restaurants), and the registration process, see the NEA website or follow us on Twitter and Facebook using the hashtag #NEAfall15.

Looking forward to seeing you in Providence!

Fall 2015 Program Committee

NEA announces The Susan J. Von Salis Student Meeting and Travel Scholarship

Tue, 01 Sep 2015 16:49:09 GMT

The New England Archivists (NEA) Executive Board is pleased to announce a new student meeting and travel scholarship to honor late NEA member Susan J. Von Salis.

NEA is committed to the professional development of its members and recognizes the importance of attending the annual spring meeting to engage with colleagues. To this end, the Executive Board voted to dedicate funds to two permanent scholarships intended to help NEA student members attend the spring meeting. One will provide funds to assist three individual members of NEA in attending the spring meeting, while the second will provide funds for two student members to attend the spring meeting. The latter has been named in honor of Susan J. Von Salis.

The Susan J. Von Salis Student Meeting and Travel Scholarship honors the memory of Susan Von Salis, an active and influential member of New England Archivists from 1989 to 2012. Susan held positions within NEA as Membership Secretary, Representative-at-Large, Chair of the Hale Award Committee, and member of the Outreach Committee and the Task Force on Organizational Efficiency. Von Salis received NEA’s Distinguished Service Award in 2012. Susan was a graduate of Smith College, received a BA in Religion and Afro-American
Studies and an AM in History/Public History, and held positions at Radcliffe’s Schlesinger Library and Harvard Art Museums Archives. Susan was a vocal advocate for NEA’s success, and many archivists in our community count her as a mentor. This scholarship is a fitting way to honor her impact.

More information about this and NEA’s other awards and scholarship may be found here. Applications for all awards open on December 1st.

Help support the new Susan J. Von Salis Student Meeting and Travel Scholarship with a tax-deductible gift. Your support will help foster and strengthen NEA awards and scholarships, which recognize efforts in advocacy, service, professional development, and collaboration . Donations may be made on the NEA’s donation page. Thank you.

NEA Executive Board

Results on NEA's constituencies

Tue, 01 Sep 2015 13:44:32 GMT

This summer NEA's Constituencies Task Force (CTF) sent out a survey to identify the various constituent groups among the membership and among all relevant groups in the region. Our goal was to investigate NEA's needs for professional development and the exchange of ideas.

We are pleased to report that the CTF survey was a great success! The survey was filled out by 100 members and more than 200 non-members who answered questions on demographics, professional associations, professional development and NEA services.

For the survey directed to our members, we offered an incentive: the chance to win a free year’s membership in NEA. We are happy to announce the winner of the incentive was Mary LaBombard. Congratulations, Mary!

The survey results will inform the CTF's upcoming report on how NEA can reach out to the diverse array of organizations holding archival materials in New England, enlarge and broaden our membership base, and collaborate with related state-based associations to provide needed services to NEA constituencies.

If you have any questions, contact CTF co-chair, Tom Doyle at tdoyle@minlib.net.

Call for NEA committee volunteers

Michelle Romero — Fri, 28 Aug 2015 13:30:28 GMT

Dear NEA Members,

The NEA Board seeks volunteers to plan the Fall 2016 meeting. We are looking for 5 to 6 people who can come together and plan a half-day symposium. The format is flexible, and we welcome all ideas. If you would like to nominate yourself, or a colleague, please send an email by Monday September 21 to vp@newenglandarchivists.org.

Yours sincerely,
Jennifer King, NEA VP/ President-elect

Results of the NEA membership survey

Michelle Romero — Wed, 26 Aug 2015 14:16:11 GMT

Dear members of NEA:

Thank you for responding to the recent membership survey. We received 176 submissions with thoughtful comments and suggestions. Our survey incentive, a free year of NEA membership, was awarded to Annalisa Moretti. My congratulations to Annalisa!

I wanted to update you on a few details around the survey results.

The data from the 2015 was collated and presented to the NEA Executive Board by the Membership Committee on at the quarterly Board meeting held on June 26, 2015. All survey data was discussed and will help shape priorities and strategic goals for NEA.

Data collected from questions regarding the Roundtables has been passed to the Chairs of the respective Roundtables. Data around workshop and education opportunities has been digested by the Education Coordinator and the Education Committee.

Your comments on strategic priorities will be reflected in the forthcoming NEA strategic plan. The strategic plan will begin this year and run until 2020. More details on this plan will be available this winter.

Your welcome feedback on our recent trial with a new meeting structure was also helpful. There was overwhelming support for the longer spring meeting and the Board voted in June to keep this format. Since responses to the fall meeting were mixed, the Board has decided to take more time to realize the full potential of a fall event. NEA will need your help in shaping the fall meeting. If you have questions or comments about the meeting structure, let me or any Board member know.

Other interesting results from the annual membership survey:

40% of responders have been members for 1-5 years. 16% have been members for 15 years or more.

70% of respondents work in MA, 15% in CT, 4% in RI, 3% in NH, 3% in ME, and 2% in VT (97% of respondents reported location in survey)

80% of respondents are employed full-time; 20% said they were looking for a job.

52% of respondents work in an academic setting, followed by 15% for non-profit, and 15% for government.

Most respondents (86%) are satisfied with how NEA communicates with membership; most respondents prefer the listserv and newsletter as means of communication.

A summary of the survey may be found on the NEA website here. We hope you will take the time to voice your ideas and concerns next year in the 2016 Annual Membership Survey.

Colin B. Lukens

NEA President

SAA advocacy: Downloading Archives on Facebook

Michelle Romero — Thu, 13 Aug 2015 19:07:04 GMT

Dear NEA,

I was excited to see the letter sent to Facebook by Kathleen Roe, President of SAA. The letter asks Facebook and its Board of Directors to provide users the ability to download their content for archival purposes. Kudos to President Roe and the many who collaborated to bring this forward.

It is great to hear a proactive archival voice on important topics like public access to personal content existing in proprietary or public frameworks.

Jennifer Gunter King

NEA Vice President/ President Elect

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(Sent on behalf of SAA President Kathleen Roe)

Mark Zuckerberg and Members of the Facebook Board of Directors:

The Society of American Archivists (SAA) is North America’s oldest and largest national archival professional organization. Our profession is dedicated to documenting the activities of institutions, communities, and individuals in order to provide authentic and reliable primary sources to researchers. This letter concerns the ability to download archives for pages created on Facebook.

Facebook is an incredibly important platform for documenting the lives and activities of more than a billion people around the world.[i] We commend you for enabling users to download their “archive” periodically from Facebook. This archive includes a user’s messages, chats, likes, searches, photos, videos, and more.[ii] It is conveniently packaged as a zip file, which contains commonly understood file formats that can be viewed with a web browser. This data is of great use to archivists because it allows donors to easily collect their Facebook activity when they are donating their materials to an archive. The data presents a unique snapshot of the individual’s activities on Facebook. Visitors using the donated materials in an archive can view this content in the context of other materials. Most importantly it is authoritative because it comes directly from Facebook and the donors themselves.

As you know Facebook users often create pages for their businesses, organizations, places, community groups, and more. Per your guidelines,[iii] Facebook pages are administered by an authorized representative of the entity in question. When an entity such as a business or community group is donating materials to an archive, it would be extremely useful if donors were able to download the contents of their pages so that the contents could be included with the donated materials. Unfortunately this function is not currently supported. In addition, Facebook’s terms of service prevent this content from being collected without Facebook’s permission (see section II.C in Facebook’s Pages Terms).

SAA’s members strongly encourage you to add functionality that allows a page owner to download the contents of his/her page(s). This would allow archival institutions to accept donations of this material so that it can be made part of a collection and be made available to researchers who are examining other materials from the donor.

We believe that Facebook is a platform that offers an unprecedented ability for users to make their voices heard, to organize, and to effect change in their lives. As archivists we are dedicated to selecting, preserving, providing access to, and ensuring responsible custody of primary resource materials related to our diverse communities. We believe that the content in Facebook pages that has been managed by particular organizations, communities, and individuals will prove to be an indispensable part of that record.

Sincerely,

Kathleen D. Roe

President, 2014 – 2015

cc: Trevor Alvord, Chair, SAA Web Archiving Roundtable

Kate Stratton, Vice Chair, SAA Web Archiving Roundtable

Bethany Cron, Chair, SAA Records Management Roundtable

Brad Houston, Immediate Past Chair, SAA Records Management Roundtable

Robert Spindler, Chair, SAA Congressional Papers Roundtable

Nancy Beaumont, SAA Executive Director

[i] http://newsroom.fb.com/company-info/

[ii] https://www.facebook.com/help/405183566203254

[iii] https://www.facebook.com/page_guidelines.php

Do you work with visual materials?

Michelle Romero — Fri, 07 Aug 2015 13:09:06 GMT

The Journal of Contemporary Archival Studies (JCAS) is seeking guest reviewers with expertise in historical photographs or visual materials for a special issue on 19th-century photography collections and techniques, to be published in partnership with New England Archivists (NEA). We need peer reviewers who can be available between August 31st and September 15th.

DEADLINES:
August 31: Submissions period ends | peer reviews begin
September 15: Peer review ends | revisions begin
October 15: Revisions end
November 7: Publication and NEA Fall 2015 Meeting

The special issue will be published in conjunction with NEA's Fall 2015 Meeting in Providence, Rhode Island, on November 7, 2015.

For more information, please contact the JCAS Managing Editor, Mike Lotstein, at email.jcas@gmail.com.

Got an idea? Hurry and submit your proposal today

Michelle Romero — Mon, 03 Aug 2015 13:14:16 GMT

Call for Proposals NEA Spring 2016 Meeting
Portland, ME, March 31- April 2, 2016
By the Bay Hotel & Convention Center

New England Archivists invites submissions of session proposals for the Spring Meeting to be held March 31-April 2, 2016, in Portland, Maine.

Deadline for proposals the end of today: August 3, 2015.

This year’s conference theme is Uncharted Waters, where we aim to capture the innovative, unconventional, and adventurous approaches being taken throughout New England’s archives community. Want to discuss the results of a pilot study or program? Have you road-tested an assessment or practice that breaks with tradition in some way? Has your institution collaborated with “non-scholarly” users for a novel or even a disruptive (i.e., innovative) project? We’d love to hear from you. We’re also interested in session proposals from first-time presenters and those new to the archives profession.

The Spring 2016 Program Committee invites proposals on all topics but is especially interested in the following:

-- projects or processes that break with institutional traditions

-- trained archivists working in “non-archivist” roles

-- Maine history and culture (local or state-wide)

-- cross-disciplinary projects

-- projects or initiatives with direct, collaborative involvement from archives users

-- digital humanities

-- digital curation and digital forensics

Potential Session Types:

PechaKucha

Each presentation consists of 20 slides or images displayed for 20 seconds each, with comment. Each presentation lasts 6 minutes and 40 seconds. Highest number of presenters possible is 12, fewer if leaving time for questions.

Lightning Talks

Like PechaKucha, but without following a set format. May or may not include slides or images. Presentations may be from 3 to 10 minutes long. Number of presenters possible depends on the time allotted for each.

Open Forum

Topical discussion with moderator leading discussion with everyone in attendance. May include additional moderator(s) to direct breakout conversations.

Roundtable Discussion

Three or four participants make very brief remarks then discuss a topic together. Includes a moderator to steer discussion.

Poster Session

Posters about a project or process tied to the theme of the meeting where the presenter wants to share information or encourage discussion of an idea. Presentation and discussion can span from 10 to 30 minutes. Posters displayed at designated times during the meeting.

Debate

Moderator announces the topic, and two other people debate.

Standard Presentations

Two or three speakers present on a common theme. May include a moderator to steer discussion and/or introduce speakers and theme.

Mini-Workshops

Two or three facilitators offer a session-length, hands-on workshop that gives archivists an opportunity to learn a specific skill. (Presenters must work with the PC to coordinate any equipment needs beyond standard AV of projectors and screens).

In order to facilitate collaboration, the Spring 2016 Program Committee has created a space for NEA members to develop session proposals together at the NEA Spring 2016 group forum. Please use this space to connect with your colleagues about potential session topics and formats. This collaborative space will be accessible until the deadline for proposals on July 17, 2015.

To submit a proposal, complete the form here.

Please note that proposed sessions involving fewer than three presenters and/or covering overlapping topics may be grouped together.

If your proposal is selected, you will be contacted by a member of the Program Committee. Upon acceptance, all presenters are required to register for the conference at the early-bird rate and fund their travel expenses. Meeting and travel scholarships are available through NEA for those in need, please see newenglandarchivists.org/awards/scholarship for details on how to apply.

Questions? Please contact program chair, Megan Schwenke at megan_schwenke@harvard.edu.

Last chance to submit a proposal for the Spring 2016 Meeting

Michelle Romero — Mon, 03 Aug 2015 13:13:06 GMT

Early Bird Registration for the Career Development Strategies for Early Career Professionals Workshop closes August 9.

Join instructors Annalisa Moretti and Silvia Mejia on Saturday, September 12th at Simmons College in Boston as they aim to help new archivists and students navigate the job market, improve prospects, and provide support during what can be a stressful and confusing experience. Whether you are just starting out, are trying to climb the ladder, or are transitioning career tracks, this workshop will try to give you tools to make these processes a little easier. Some of the topics covered include post-graduate career planning, tailoring your education, internships, and entry-level or part-time positions to further your goals, networking and finding mentors, and affordable methods of professional development. For more information and to register, visit us online at newenglandarchivists.org/education.

A workshop at Historic Northampton

Michelle Romero — Wed, 29 Jul 2015 11:13:00 GMT

Caring for Historical Records
Instructor: Anne Ostendarp, Consulting and Project Archivist

This workshop is for those responsible for the care of historical records or those interested in developing a historical records collection. It is especially useful for staff and volunteers working in libraries, museums, historicalsocieties, or municipal governments who have responsibility for archival materials but no formal training in archival practice. Through a combination of lecture, group discussion, and exercises, participants will get an overview of the fundamentals of archival organization, including the basic principles and practices of identification, acquisition, preservation, arrangement and description of historical records. The topics of access, reference and outreach will also be explored. This workshop will help participants develop policies, forms, and procedures to manage archival collections.

When: Monday, August 24th from 9AM-4PM.
Where: Historic Northampton, 46 Bridge Street, Northampton , MA
Directions and parking: http://www.historicnorthampton.org/visit.html
Lunch on your own. Historic Northampton is closed to the public on Mondays; information will be sent to attendees prior to the workshop for accessing the workshop location.

The New England Archivists has partnered with Historic Northampton to provide free or deeply discounted attendee rates for this workshop. In supporting this workshop, NEA continues to expand its advocacy of institutions that preserve and forward our region’s history. HistoricNorthampton has a unique voice and NEA is happy to help amplify it. Colin B. Lukens, President of NEA, summarizes by saying, “We are pleased to collaborate with Historic Northampton in offering this workshop. HistoricNorthampton is an institution that celebrates the power of history and provides an invaluable service to its community, and presenting this workshop represents a distinct opportunity for NEA to develop a partnership with New England institutions devoted to public history."

NEA thanks University Products, Inc. for its support of this workshop.

CommComm is looking for TWO new members

Michelle Romero — Mon, 27 Jul 2015 11:09:27 GMT

OPEN CALL FOR NEW MEMBERS

NEA’s Communications Committee is looking for two reliable and motivated people willing to learn and to challenge themselves marketing NEA’s news, events, and activities.

We have two open positions that begin September 1st:

ANNOUNCEMENT COORDINATOR

    Oversees announcements and press releases sent to listservs.
    Maintains the CommComm contact list.
    Maintains and works with the nea_announce@newenglandarchivists.org email account.

This position will work with the Chair and the Copy Editor to send announcements to the NEA membership and to other archivists and information professionals in New England region. We generally send out one to two announcements per week, but it can get busy around the Spring and Fall Meetings. We are looking for someone who is good with editing text to be professionally interesting and eye-catching as well as for someone who is able to send out announcements on a quick turn-around to a variety of listservs.

SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR

    Maintains NEA’s social media accounts at Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Pinterest, and Vimeo.
    Maintains and works with the nea_socialmedia@newenglandarchivists.org email account.
    Creates new social media accounts for NEA if there is a need.
    Posts announcements and items of regional interest regularly on Twitter and Facebook.
    Coordinates and promotes social media during NEA Meetings:
         -- names the meeting hashtag
         -- posts announcements and news coming from the Meeting Committee
         -- coordinates with the Meeting Committee about creating local food/entertainment boards and maps on Pinterest (example here)
         -- organizes an introduction to meeting attendees about how to use Twitter
         -- actively tweets and posts to Facebook during meetings
         -- coordinates with Meeting Committee to obtain any video recordings for Vimeo

This position will work with the Chair, Announcement Coordinator, and Web New/Events Coordinator to push out all announcements to Facebook and Twitter (and other social media accounts when appropriate). There is a lot of opportunity to integrate and expand NEA’s presence outside of our website -- we need an innovative and creative person for this position!

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Both positions have a lot of autonomy, so we are looking for people who can be relied upon to work on their own schedule. If you would like to apply, send a letter of interest stating which position you would like to apply for and why you would be a good fit.

Joining an NEA committee is a great way to network and get involved in the archives community. Working with CommComm, you will really be making a difference for NEA.

Send questions and letters of interest to Jessica Tanny, chair of the Communications Committee at jtanny@gmail.com. We will consider all applications until Friday August 28th. (Please note: both positions begin September 1st, but will overlap with the current position-holder for one month.)

Call for Submissions deadline is approaching

Michelle Romero — Fri, 17 Jul 2015 13:14:39 GMT

REMINDER: Submissions are due August 31st

The New England Archivists (NEA) is working in collaboration with the Journal of Contemporary Archival Studies (JCAS) to publish original articles on the topic of 19th-century photography collections and techniques. The JCAS will select submissions for a special issue to be published online in conjunction with the NEA Fall 2015 Meeting focusing on 19th-century photography to be held in Providence, Rhode Island, on November 7, 2015.

Authors should submit original works of recent research on:
     -- the history of 19th-century photography collections
     -- management and descriptive projects involving these materials
     -- the use of 19th-century photo collections by researchers, artists,
         and staff in interesting projects and performances.

Original works by students, archivists, librarians, researchers, and artists will be accepted and reviewed according to the parameters set by the JCAS. See the JCAS website for criteria guidelines and information on the submission process (elischolar.library.yale.edu/jcas/). For more information on the Fall 2015 NEA Meeting, visit the NEA website (newenglandarchivists.org/Fall-2015).

UPDATED DEADLINES:
August 1: Submission period begins
August 31: Submissions period ends | peer reviews begin
September 15: Peer review ends | revisions begin
October 15: Revisions end
November 7: Publication and NEA Fall 2015 Meeting

For more information, please contact JCAS Managing Editor, Mike Lotstein at email.jcas@gmail.com

We look forward to hearing from you.

NEA is expanding our partners in professional development

Michelle Romero — Wed, 15 Jul 2015 15:03:36 GMT

If you work in an archive, library, historical society, or museum, the New England Archivists (NEA) wants to hear from you. The New England Archivists Constituencies Task Force (CTF) seeks to identify the various constituent groups among the membership and among all relevant groups in the region to investigate their needs for professional development and the exchange of ideas.

To further these goals the CTF has created a short online survey, beginning today (July 15) and ending on July 31. Data collected from the survey will be used to develop an effective communication strategy to best inform you about NEA meetings and professional development opportunities. The findings of the CTF will also be used to develop and expand potential partnerships with relevant constituency groups.

At the end of the 10 minute survey, enter to win our prize: a free year of membership in NEA.

If you have any questions, contact CTF co-chair, Tom Doyle at tdoyle@minlib.net.

Registration open for a workshop on Career Development

Michelle Romero — Mon, 13 Jul 2015 12:41:14 GMT

Early Bird Registration is now open for the Career Development Strategies for Early Career Professionals Workshop.

Join instructors Annalisa Moretti and Silvia Mejia on Saturday, September 12th at Simmons College in Boston, Massachusetts, as they aim to help new archivists and students navigate the job market, improve prospects, and provide support during what can be a stressful and confusing experience. Whether you are just starting out, are trying to climb the ladder, or are transitioning career tracks, this workshop will try to give you tools to make these processes a little easier. Some of the topics covered include post-graduate career planning, tailoring your education, internships, and entry-level or part-time positions to further your goals, networking and finding mentors, and affordable methods of professional development. For more information and to register, visit us online at newenglandarchivists.org/education.

Finding NEA's Elected Leaders

Michelle Romero — Fri, 10 Jul 2015 12:50:49 GMT

New England Archivists:

The Nominating Committee is seeking potential archival leaders to run for four open Executive Board positions. This year's election will include:

   -- Vice President/President-Elect
   -- Secretary
   -- two Representative-at-Large positions

Think about nominating yourself or a colleague for one of these positions. Serving on the NEA Board is a great way to build your resume, network with other archivists in the community, and help make decisions that will drive the profession forward. Having undertaken some compelling new initiatives (e.g., Inclusion and Diversity, the Journal of Contemporary Archival Studies, Mentoring, Roundtables), NEA is currently writing a new strategic plan.

In the past, early career, mid-career, and even late-career archivists have run for positions. If you are interested in stepping into a regional leadership position or know someone who would be a good candidate, use the nomination form here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NEABallot2015

Nominations are due by July 15. All submissions are anonymous and confidential.

More information on the responsibilities assigned to the Vice President/President-Elect, Secretary, and Representatives-at-Large can be found here: http://www.newenglandarchivists.org/board

Questions about the election and nominating process can be sent to any member of the Nominating Committee.

Help us make NEA a better organization for all our members.

Thank you,

The 2015 Nominating Committee:
      Jill Snyder (Chair: jillannsnyder@gmail.com)
      Chris Burns (chris.burns@uvm.edu)
      Marta Crilly (marta.crilly@gmail.com
      Joan Gearin (joan.gearin@nara.gov)
      Nova Seals (nova_seals@stgeorges.edu)

Nominations are open to elect new NEA leaders

Michelle Romero — Tue, 30 Jun 2015 19:45:47 GMT

New England Archivists:

Are you interested in being a leader in the archival profession? Serving on the NEA Board is a great way to build your resume, network with other archivists in the community, and help make decisions that will drive the profession forward. Having undertaken some compelling new initiatives (e.g., Inclusion and Diversity, the Journal of Contemporary Archival Studies, Mentoring, Roundtables), NEA is currently writing a new strategic plan. Will you help us make NEA a better organization for all our members?

The Nominating Committee is seeking potential archival leaders to run for four open Executive Board positions. This year's election will include:

   -- Vice President/President-Elect
   -- Secretary
   -- two Representative-at-Large positions

In the past, early career, mid-career, and even late-career archivists have run for positions. You can nominate yourself or a colleague. If you are interested in stepping into a regional leadership position or know someone who would be a good candidate, use the nomination form here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NEABallot2015

Nominations are due by July 15. All submissions are anonymous and confidential.

More information on the responsibilities assigned to the Vice President/President-Elect, Secretary, and Representatives-at-Large can be found here: http://www.newenglandarchivists.org/board

Questions about the election and nominating process can be sent to any member of the Nominating Committee.

Thank you,

NEA's July networking social

Michelle Romero — Mon, 22 Jun 2015 15:37:09 GMT

NEA NETWORKING SOCIAL and BOWLING Extravaganza, July 15th
Networking is all about building personal relationships -- putting a name with a face. Join members of NEA in an opportunity to network and socialize with other archivists and at the same time -- show off your bowling skills!

When:      Wednesday, July 15, 6:00-8:00 p.m.

Where:      Sacco's/Flatbreads
                 DAVIS SQUARE
                 45 Day Street, Somerville, MA

                 Here is a convenient map

Nearest MBTA Subway Stop: Davis Square (red line)
Nearest MBTA Bus line: 90 (Davis Square - Wellington)

This NEA Meet Up is hosted by the Membership Committee. Sacco's is a candlepin bowling alley. There are ample reserved bowling lanes, but lane space is limited. Socializing space is unlimited -- pizza and drinks are on your own.

Stay in touch to see various bowling photos from member's collections on NEA's social media pages:

TWITTER: https://twitter.com/NEarchivists

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/NewEnglandArchivists

Image provided by Christopher Cooper: 1966 New Hampshire College of Accounting and Commerce bowling team

*Want to host a Social Event in your area of New England for fellow archivists? Contact Colin Lukens (colin_lukens@harvard.edu) for more information*

All NEA members are invited to participate

Michelle Romero — Fri, 19 Jun 2015 13:43:38 GMT

NEA EXECUTIVE BOARD MEETING
Friday, June 26th

All NEA members are welcome to attend the NEA Executive Board quarterly meeting on Friday, June 26th. If you are interested, please contact Juliana Kuipers at the Harvard University Archives:juliana_kuipers@harvard.edu

Time: 1:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Location: Harvard University Archives
Pusey Library—Harvard Yard
Cambridge, MA 02138

View the board meeting agenda.

Unable to attend the June 2015 board meeting in person? NEA is committed to making our board meetings open to all members. If you would like to request remote access to part or all of the March meeting, please contact the Inclusion and Diversity Coordinator, Anna Clutterbuck-Cook (acook@masshist.org / 617-646-0561) and we will do what we can to accommodate your request.

You can also read the board meeting agenda on the NEA website.

Results from the 2015 NEA Membership survey

Michelle Romero — Fri, 12 Jun 2015 18:37:41 GMT

Now that the 2015 NEA Membership survey is closed, the Membership Committee is in the process of reviewing the results. After conducting the review, they will compile an executive report of the results which will be shared with the NEA members.

Until then... Congratulations to Annalisa Moretti who was the winner of this year's prize: a year of free NEA membership.

And a big thank you to all 175 people who participated in this year's survey. Your thoughtful comments will go a long way to help shaping the future of NEA.

An upcoming event with the New England Media & Memory Coalition

Michelle Romero — Fri, 12 Jun 2015 17:21:19 GMT

WGBH/FRONTLINE Records Manager John Campopiano has launched New England Media & Memory Coalition (website forthcoming), a regional organization dedicated to fostering discussion and promoting a better understanding of how media and digital and analog technologies intersect with and relate to memory, identity, nostalgia, and senses of place.

To celebrate the launch of this new organization, John is inviting those interested to the organization's first event (split into two parts) on Saturday June 20th.

Co-sponsored by Somerville Community Access Television (SCATV), the first part of the event will feature a visit and presentation by Laurelin Kruse, director and curator of the Mobile Museum of American Artifacts. Laurelin's presentation will take place at SCATV and will be filmed for posterity (12pm-1pm, FREE).

Later that afternoon, join us for the Community Vault screening at the Davis Square Theater -– an event showcasing archived programs alongside contemporary media contributed by community media centers from around Massachusetts (3pm-5pm, $7).

Those interested in archives, community media, or media in general, should check it out. We hope to see you there!

ABOUT THE NEMMC
The New England Media & Memory Coalition (NEMMC) is a regional organization dedicated to fostering discussion and promoting a better understanding of how media and digital and analog technologies intersect with and relate to memory, identity, nostalgia, and senses of place. NEMMC supports and is represented by myriad professions including but not limited to archives, A/V and moving-image conservation, cultural informatics, art, and information science.

For more information about NEMMC, watch for upcoming emails with links to their website, Facebook page, event listings, links to related content, and more. The inaugural issue of their quarterly digital newsletter will be available at the end of July/early August and will feature articles about the upcoming June 20th events with SCATV and Community Vault. It will also feature an in-depth interview with Dana Keller, professional colorist, Simmons GSLIS alum, and founder of History in Color.

Stay tuned for more from NEMMC!

NEA call for proposals for Spring 2016 Meeting

Michelle Romero — Mon, 08 Jun 2015 13:37:33 GMT

Call for Proposals
NEA Spring 2016 Meeting
Portland, ME, March 31- April 2, 2016
By the Bay Hotel & Convention Center

New England Archivists invites submissions of session proposals for the Spring Meeting to be held March 31-April 2, 2016, in Portland, Maine. Deadline for proposals is July 17, 2015.

This year’s conference theme is Uncharted Waters, where we aim to capture the innovative, unconventional, and adventurous approaches being taken throughout New England’s archives community. Want to discuss the results of a pilot study or program? Have you road-tested an assessment or practice that breaks with tradition in some way? Has your institution collaborated with “non-scholarly” users for a novel or even a disruptive (i.e., innovative) project? We’d love to hear from you. We're also interested in session proposals from first-time presenters and those new to the archives profession.

The Spring 2016 Program Committee invites proposals on all topics but is especially interested in the following:

projects or processes that break with institutional traditions
trained archivists working in "non-archivist" roles
Maine history and culture (local or state-wide)
cross-disciplinary projects
projects or initiatives with direct, collaborative involvement from archives users
digital humanities
digital curation and digital forensics

Potential Session Types

PechaKucha
Each presentation consists of 20 slides or images displayed for 20 seconds each, with comment. Each presentation lasts 6 minutes and 40 seconds. Highest number of presenters possible is 12, fewer if leaving time for questions.

Lightning Talks
Like PechaKucha, but without following a set format. May or may not include slides or images. Presentations may be from 3 to 10 minutes long. Number of presenters possible depends on the time allotted for each.

Open Forum
Topical discussion with moderator leading discussion with everyone in attendance. May include additional moderator(s) to direct breakout conversations.

Roundtable Discussion
Three or four participants make very brief remarks then discuss a topic together. Includes a moderator to steer discussion.

Poster Session
Posters about a project or process tied to the theme of the meeting where the presenter wants to share information or encourage discussion of an idea. Presentation and discussion can span from 10 to 30 minutes. Posters displayed at designated times during the meeting.

Debate
Moderator announces the topic, and two other people debate.

Standard Presentations
Two or three speakers present on a common theme. May include a moderator to steer discussion and/or introduce speakers and theme.

Mini-Workshops
Two or three facilitators offer a session-length, hands-on workshop that gives archivists an opportunity to learn a specific skill. (Presenters must work with the PC to coordinate any equipment needs beyond standard AV of projectors and screens).

To submit a proposal, complete the form here.

Please note that proposed sessions involving fewer than three presenters and/or covering overlapping topics may be grouped together.

If your proposal is selected, you will be contacted by a member of the Program Committee. Upon acceptance, all presenters are required to register for the conference at the early-bird rate and fund their travel expenses. Meeting and travel scholarships are available through NEA for those in need, please see http://newenglandarchivists.org/awards/scholarship for details on how to apply.

Questions? Please contact program chair, Megan Schwenke at megan_schwenke@harvard.edu.

One more day to take the NEA survey

Michelle Romero — Thu, 28 May 2015 12:50:38 GMT

Tomorrow the NEA membership survey will close at 11:50pm. Please take a moment to take this 15-minute survey and help shape the future of NEA. We want to hear about your experience.

We ask that you take our annual membership survey to help New England Archivists better serve the profession and your needs. We are interested in feedback from current members and/or members whose membership has lapsed. Your responses will be completely anonymous.

The survey includes questions about general membership, meeting structure, education/training, NEA’s strategic plan, NEA roundtable activities, and how NEA communicates with members. The survey, which takes only about 15 minutes to complete, includes 44 questions.

At the end of the survey, current NEA members can enter to win our prize: a free year of membership in NEA!

The survey will closes tomorrow, Friday, May 29 at 11:50 pm.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/K56D3CD

The NEA Membership Committee thanks you for your participation.

JCAS: a new article by Richard Cox

Michelle Romero — Wed, 27 May 2015 13:02:59 GMT

The Journal of Contemporary Archival Studies is pleased to announce publication of a new piece by archival scholar Richard J. Cox: Graduate Archival Education in the United States; A Personal Reflection About Its Past and Future.

Cox is one of the most respected and prolific archivists contributing to the development of a body of vital critical theory within the discipline. Lead educator in the University of Pittsburgh School of Information Sciences' Archives, Preservation, and Records Management Specialization, Cox's current research includes focus on evidence and accountability in recordkeeping, archival appraisal and ethics.

Help shape the future of NEA

Michelle Romero — Fri, 22 May 2015 14:38:01 GMT

Just a week left to add your voice to help shape the future of NEA. We want to hear about your experience.

Please take our annual membership survey to help New England Archivists better serve the profession and your needs. We are interested in feedback from current members and/or members whose membership has lapsed. Your responses will be completely anonymous.

The survey includes questions about general membership, meeting structure, education/training, NEA’s strategic plan, NEA roundtable activities, and how NEA communicates with members. The survey, which takes only about 15 minutes to complete, includes 44 questions.

At the end of the survey, current NEA members can enter to win our prize: a free year of membership in NEA!

The survey will closes on Friday, May 29 at 11:50 pm.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/K56D3CD

The NEA Membership Committee thanks you for your participation.

Help shape the future of NEA

Michelle Romero — Fri, 22 May 2015 14:38:01 GMT

Just a week left to add your voice to help shape the future of NEA. We want to hear about your experience.

Do you want to become a better manager?

Michelle Romero — Tue, 19 May 2015 18:32:01 GMT

"A great person attracts great people and knows how to hold them together."
—Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe

Learning to become a leader is a life long skill that can be applied in many different stages of your professional career. This workshop, led by instructor Maria Bernier, will guide new managers through the management of people and problems. You’ll talk about the role of the manager, managing up as well as down, hiring, performance management, evaluation, letting someone go, and managing yourself. The workshop will also cover methods for dealing with non-personnel problems.

You can register for Becoming a Better Manager workshop on the NEA website.

Title: Becoming a Better Manager
Instructor: Maria Bernier, Connecticut State Library
Date: Wednesday, June 3, 2015
Time: 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Location: Trinity College, Hartford, CT
Raether Library and Information Technology Center
Joslin Family 1823 Room (LITC 206/207)
Parking: TBD
Refreshments: A continental breakfast and sandwiches for lunch will be provided as part of your registration fee. Please inform us of any food allergies you have.

Please come to the workshop with your questions, and be ready to share scenarios and experiences with the best and worst bosses you’ve had, observed or heard about. Often discussing real life examples leads to solutions for others!

About the Instructor:
Maria Bernier earned her MBA while working as the University Archivist at Salve Regina University in Newport, RI, and later served as the Assistant Director of the Redwood Library & Athenaeum in Newport where she directly and indirectly supervised 16 employees. She now works for the Connecticut State Library as a grant administrator.

Rates (open until May 31st):
Members: $105.00
Non-Members: $120.00
Students: $62.50

Register on the NEA website today.

NEA Annual Membership Survey

Michelle Romero — Fri, 15 May 2015 14:12:51 GMT

Are you an archivist in New England? NEA wants to hear about your experience.

Please take our annual membership survey to help New England Archivists better serve the profession and your needs. We are interested in feedback from current members and/or members whose membership has lapsed. Your responses will be completely anonymous.

The survey includes questions about general membership, meeting structure, education/training, NEA's strategic plan, NEA roundtable activities, and how NEA communicates with members. The survey, which takes only about 15 minutes to complete, includes 44 questions.

At the end of the survey, current NEA members can enter to win our prize: a free year of membership in NEA!

The survey will open Friday, May 15 at 8:00 am and close on Friday, May 29 at 11:50 pm.

The NEA Membership Committee thanks you for your participation!

Chew on This! Mass History Conference

Michelle Romero — Fri, 08 May 2015 12:38:56 GMT

New England Archivists is a sponsor of the upcoming Mass History Conference:

CHEW ON THIS: PRESENTING THE HISTORY OF FOOD IN MASSACHUSETTS
A Conference for Massachusetts History Organizations

Monday, June 1st, 2015 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Hogan Campus Center, College of the Holy Cross, Worcester, MA

You are what you eat! Or are you? At this year’s conference, we will explore the meaning and availability of food in Massachusetts History: what we grow, what we eat, food and identity, scarcity and quality.

Registration is now open -- Workshops will fill quickly, so register today!

KEYNOTE ADDRESS
Ian Cheney, Documentary Filmmaker (The Search for General Tso and King Corn), and co-founder of Food Corps

ELEVEN SESSIONS INCLUDING:

Food in Massachusetts Archives (sponsored by New England Archivists)
Chocolate, Culture, and the Politics of Food in Massachusetts
No Food in the Archives: Pest Control and Other Issues in Archival Preservation (an MA SHRAB Forum session)
Molasses and Marshmallow: Food and Trading in New England Account Books
Beyond the Butter Churn: History, Food, and Social Activism

TWO WORKSHOPS:

SPONSORING ORGANIZATIONS
Mass Humanities • New England Archivists • Massachusetts Historical Society • Colonial Society of Massachusetts • University of Massachusetts Amherst Program in Public History • Massachusetts State Historical Records Advisory Board (MA SHRAB) • University of Massachusetts Boston Public History and Archives Tracks and the Joseph P. Healey Library

PARTICIPATING ORGANIZATIONS
Brown University • Concord Museum • Freedom’s Way Heritage Association, Inc. • Gaining Ground • Harvard University • Historic Deerfield • Historic New England • Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners • Massachusetts Historical Society • New Bedford Fishing Heritage Center • New Bedford Whaling Museum • New Bedford Whaling Museum Research Library • Northeast Document Conservation Center • Oakfield Research • Old Sturbridge Village • Red Tomato • The Old Manse • Tomaquag Museum • Tufts University • University of Massachusetts Amherst Libraries • University of Massachusetts Amherst • Worcester Historical Museum • World Farmers, Inc.

We are happy to welcome the 2015 MA SHRAB Forum to the Mass History Conference! MA SHRAB is holding two free sessions in the afternoon to which any Mass History Conference participant may attend. If you would like to ONLY attend these two SHRAB sessions, register for free on MA SHRAB Forum registration page.

Take an NEA Workshop and Become a Better Manager

Michelle Romero — Thu, 07 May 2015 13:19:50 GMT

Learning to become a better manager is a life long skill that can be applied in many different stages of your professional career. Register for Becoming a Better Manager workshop on the NEA website today.

Title: Becoming a Better Manager

Instructor: Maria Bernier, Connecticut State Library

Date: Wednesday, June 3, 2015

Time: 9:30AM-4:30PM

Location: Trinity College, Hartford, CT

Raether Library and Information Technology Center

Joslin Family 1823 Room (LITC 206/207)

Parking: TBD

Refreshments: A continental breakfast and sandwiches for lunch will be provided as part of your registration fee. Please inform us of any food allergies you have.

Max Registration Number: 20

Description:

Designed for the new manager, this workshop will focus on the management of people and problems. We’ll talk about the role of the manager, managing up as well as down, hiring, performance management, evaluation, letting someone go, and managing yourself. The workshop will also cover methods for dealing with non-personnel problems.

Please come to the workshop with your questions, and be ready to share scenarios and experiences with the best and worst bosses you’ve had, observed or heard about. Often discussing real life examples leads to solutions for others!

About the Instructor:

Maria Bernier earned her MBA while working as the University Archivist at Salve Regina University in Newport, RI, and later served as the Assistant Director of the Redwood Library & Athenaeum in Newport where she directly and indirectly supervised 16 employees. She now works for the Connecticut State Library as a grant administrator.

RATES:

Early bird (April 8-April 29th)
Members: $85.00
Non-Members: $100.00
Students: $42.50

Advanced (April 30-May 31)
Members: $105.00
Non-Members: $120.00
Students: $62.50

Register on the NEA website today.

Join us for a free NEA event: TourFest 2015

Michelle Romero — Tue, 05 May 2015 13:25:02 GMT

Saturday May 16th will be our inaugural TourFest -- where we mix archives and music for a really fun day. And best of all -- everyone is invited to attend: NEA members -- REPS members and advocates.

Participants get two in-depth, behind-the-scenes repository tours of some of Boston’s most interesting archival repositories. After the tours, we'll meet in Davis Square for Somerville's PorchFest: where musicians and bands throughout Somerville play music for the community from their front porches. This informal event is perfect for anyone who wants to hear a wide sampling of local music or anyone who just wants to stroll the neighborhood with friends.

Join us for the tours... stay for the music.

Register for TourFest 2015 by signing up for one of three groups

TourFest 2015 is organized by the NEA Roundtable for Early Professional and Students (REPS). Everyone is invited to join us at PorchFest, but it is not a requirement of the event. And all are welcome to meet up with us at PorchFest even if you did not attend a tour. We'll meet at Davis Square Park (near the T station) at 4pm. Contact Casey Davis (casey_davis@wgbh.org) for more information.

Can't make a decision?

Join GROUP THREE to visit the

BOSTONIAN SOCIETY LIBRARY AND ARCHIVES: A visit to the Bostonian Society Library and Archives will include an overview of the facility, a behind-the-scenes tour into collections storage, and an opportunity to see highlights from their 18th century collection, including materials related to John Hancock and the Hancock family, Paul Revere, and Boston daily life during the American Revolution.

Last fall, the Bostonian Society also discovered a time capsule from 1901 in the lion statue that sits atop the Old State House, so there will also be an opportunity to look at some of the items that were found in the time capsule.

BOSTON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA ARCHIVES: The Boston Symphony Orchestra Archives houses printed programs, press clippings, posters, photographs, administrative files, and an extensive collection of radio broadcast tapes of concerts, and commercial recordings. Visitors can expect to see a representative sample of these collections as well as tour the newly renovated archives space which opened in October 2014. The audio/visual collection makes up about one-third of the Archives’ entire holdings and contains commercial recordings and radio broadcast master tapes of the BSO, the Pops, and the Boston Symphony Chamber Players.

Hope to see you there!

Assessing the Records of NEA

Michelle Romero — Mon, 04 May 2015 15:21:46 GMT

Did you ever wonder how NEA's organizational records are managed? As archivists ourselves, we wanted to create an effective and efficient system to ensure the appropriate disposition of our records.

On March 4th, the NEA Board approved a new records schedule for the organization. The schedule is media neutral and applies to all records created and received during the process of conducting the business of NEA. You will find a PDF of the records schedule on the NEA website (under the "About NEA" side navigation).

Thank you to Abby Cramer, Joanie Gearin, Juliana Kuipers, Veronica Martzahl, Adrienne Pruitt, and Jill Snyder who worked hard to put this all together. To insure that the new schedule is smoothly implemented, we have established a Records Schedule Implementation Task Force.

Any questions? Contact Immediate Past President, Jill Snyder (jillannsnyder@gmail.com).

Fall 2015 Meeting and JCAS: Call for submissions

Michelle Romero — Fri, 01 May 2015 12:48:28 GMT

A unique opportunity!

The Journal for Contemporary Archival Studies (JCAS) announces a call for submissions on the topic of 19th-century photography collections and techniques. Working in collaboration with New England Archivists, the JCAS will select submissions for a special issue to be published online in conjunction with the NEA symposium focusing on 19th-century photography to be held in Providence, Rhode Island, on November 7, 2015.

Authors should submit original works of recent research on the following:
     -- the history of 19th-century photography collections
     -- management and descriptive projects involving these materials
     -- the use of 19th-century photo collections by researchers, artists, and staff in interesting projects and performances.

Original works by students, archivists, librarians, researchers, and artists will be accepted and reviewed according to the rules/parameters/criteria set by the JCAS: http://elischolar.library.yale.edu/jcas/policies.html.

Timeline
8/1: Submissions due
8/1-9/15: Peer Review period
9/15-10/15: Revision period
11/7: Publication

Original works should be submitted to the JCAS through the journal website: http://elischolar.library.yale.edu/jcas/

For more information on the Fall 2015 NEA Meeting, visit http://www.newenglandarchivists.org/meetings.

Becoming a Better Manager: early bird registration ends tomorrow

Michelle Romero — Tue, 28 Apr 2015 15:21:55 GMT

Early bird registration ends tomorrow, Wednesday, April 29th. Don't wait: Register on the NEA website today.

Title: Becoming a Better Manager

Instructor: Maria Bernier, Connecticut State Library

Date: Wednesday, June 3, 2015

Time: 9:30AM-4:30PM

Location: Trinity College, Hartford, CT

Raether Library and Information Technology Center

Joslin Family 1823 Room (LITC 206/207)

Parking: TBD

Refreshments: A continental breakfast and sandwiches for lunch will be provided as part of your registration fee. Please inform us of any food allergies you have.

Max Registration Number: 20

Description:

About the Instructor:

RATES:

Early bird (April 8-April 29th)
Members: $85.00
Non-Members: $100.00
Students: $42.50

Advanced (April 30-May 31)
Members: $105.00
Non-Members: $120.00
Students: $62.50

Register on the NEA website today.

Register now for TourFest 2015

Michelle Romero — Fri, 24 Apr 2015 12:55:25 GMT

NEA members -- REPS members and advocates -- you are all invited to join us for the first annual TourFest 2015 (#TourFest15)

Spend Saturday May 16th with REPS and NEA getting behind-the-scene tours of some of Boston’s most interesting archival repositories. TourFest 2015, organized by the NEA Roundtable for Early Professional and Students (REPS), starts the day off with everyone going on two in-depth, behind-the-scenes repository tours. We'll end the day by meeting in Davis Square for Somerville's PorchFest: where musicians and bands throughout Somerville play music for the community from their front porches. This informal event is perfect for anyone who wants to hear a wide sampling of local music or anyone who just wants to stroll the neighborhood with friends.

Register for TourFest 2015 by signing up for one of three groups:

GROUP 1 — REPS Coordinator: Casey Davis | Max capacity: 15
10am: Massachusetts Historical Society
Lunch
2pm: American Jewish Historical Society-New England Archives and New England Historic Genealogical Society

GROUP 2 — REPS Coordinator: Rose Oliveira | Max Capacity: 12
10am: Converse Archives
Lunch
2pm: USS Constitution Museum and Archives

GROUP 3 — REPS Coordinator: Chris Markman | Max Capacity: 10
10am: Bostonian Society
Lunch
2pm: Boston Symphony Orchestra Archives

ALL GROUPS + anyone else!
4pm: Somerville Porch Festival

Everyone is invited to join us at PorchFest. We'll meet at Davis Square Park (near the T station) at 4pm. Contact Casey Davis (casey_davis@wgbh.org) for more information.

Hope to see you there!

A new NEA board appointment

Michelle Romero — Thu, 23 Apr 2015 16:20:44 GMT

Representative-at-Large Tessa Cierny has accepted a position in Atlanta with Cadence Group as Records Analyst Team Lead and has vacated her seat on NEA's Executive Board this April. The Board would like to thank Tessa for all of her hard work over the past two years, and wishes her the best in new position!

President Colin Lukens has appointed Abigail Cramer to serve as Acting Representative-at-Large for the remainder of Tessa's term, which ends April 2, 2016. The Board would like to thank Abby for her willingness to take on this role.

Chew on This! Mass History Conference

Michelle Romero — Fri, 17 Apr 2015 14:51:17 GMT

Food in Massachusetts Archives (sponsored by New England Archivists)
Chocolate, Culture, and the Politics of Food in Massachusetts
No Food in the Archives: Pest Control and Other Issues in Archival Preservation (an MA SHRAB Forum session)
Molasses and Marshmallow: Food and Trading in New England Account Books
Beyond the Butter Churn: History, Food, and Social Activism

TWO WORKSHOPS:

NEA workshop registration opens today

Michelle Romero — Thu, 09 Apr 2015 13:08:21 GMT

Title: Becoming a Better Manager
Instructor: Maria Bernier, Connecticut State Library
Date: Wednesday, June 3, 2015
Time: 9:30AM-4:30PM
Location: Trinity College, Hartford, CT
Raether Library and Information Technology Center
Joslin Family 1823 Room (LITC 206/207)
Parking: TBD
Refreshments: A continental breakfast and sandwiches for lunch will be provided as part of your registration fee. Please inform us of any food allergies you have.

Max Registration Number: 20

Description:

About the Instructor:

RATES:

Early bird (April 8-April 29th)
Members: $85.00
Non-Members: $100.00
Students: $42.50

Advanced (April 30-May 31)
Members: $105.00
Non-Members: $120.00
Students: $62.50

NEA Strategic Plan Update

Michelle Romero — Tue, 07 Apr 2015 13:49:59 GMT

The 2015-2020 Strategic Plan Task Force was formed to write a new strategic plan for NEA, which will guide the organization through the next five years. Over the last few months, the Task Force has worked on the first step of the strategic planning process: drafting a vision and mission statement, and a series of core values for NEA. These statements were discussed at the annual business meeting on March 21st and given a vote of confidence by the membership. Below are the statements:

Vision Statement
Advancing innovative stewardship of the recorded past with a focus on the future.

Mission Statement
To connect and support the diverse individuals and organizations in New England responsible for the care of cultural heritage and the documentary record, through advocacy, education, communication, and cultivation of a strong, inclusive professional network.

Core Organizational Values
New England Archivists is committed to:
      — Advocating for archival practice and all individuals engaged in archival work and study.
      — Building community with an emphasis on inclusion and diversity.
      — Encouraging collaboration, innovation, experimentation, and creativity across institutions and areas of expertise.
      — Stewarding the historical record.
      — Promoting transparency, integrity, and professional ethics.

These statements will act as a touchstone for the next phase of strategic planning: writing the goals and strategies that will guide the organization forward. Be on the lookout, in the annual membership survey, for opportunities to tell us your ideas about what you'd like to see in the goals and strategies.

More on the State Historical Society of Iowa

Michelle Romero — Mon, 06 Apr 2015 14:19:33 GMT

Dear NEA membership -

Last week, a message was relayed concerning the issues surrounding the State Historical Society of Iowa, with a link to a petition started by the Save Iowa History Coalition. The message also stated that NEA sent a letter to the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs in support of that repository and our fellow librarians and archivists employed there. NEA received a letter back from the State Archivist of Iowa which was included in that message.

Today, NEA received a letter from the Save Iowa History Coalition in rebuttal to that posted by the State Archivist of Iowa. This letter can be found, in full, below this message and will be posted to our website shortly.

I encourage our membership, via the NEA listserv and social media, to discuss this matter and how best we can advocate for the archival collections in Iowa.

- Colin

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April 3, 2015

Dear members of the New England Archivists,

On behalf of the Save Iowa History Coalition, this letter is in response to Iowa State Archivist Anthony Jahn’s message to your organization, posted on your website on April 1, in which he comments on the “Save Iowa History” online petition. This petition currently has gathered 2,670 signatures.

Mr. Jahn disagrees with the petition’s insistence that reduced funding has created a crisis for research collections at the State Historical Society of Iowa (SHSI). It is encouraging to learn that the SHSI will not have its overall budget cut in FY 2015 or FY 2016. But the fact remains that resources allocated to the research collections have been drastically reduced at both the Des Moines and Iowa City SHSI libraries and archives. Signs indicate further reductions and ultimately the tragic closure of the Iowa City facility.

Appropriations from the General Fund for the Historical Division of the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs (DCA), which oversees the SHSI, fell from $3,796,919 in FY 2009 to $2,767,701 in FY 2013, a decline of 27 percent. The appropriation for FY 2014 increased to $3,167,701, but this was for “enhanced museum exhibits and additional staffing,” according to Iowa’s Democratic Senate Staff. The DCA has continued to starve the research collections. The Iowa City library and archives dropped from seven full-time employees in FY 2012 to three as of July 1, 2015 (only two of those will be professional staff). Hours for researchers have been reduced to three days a week, Thursday-Saturday. There is no support staff beyond a group of dedicated volunteers. The SHSI libraries and archives are being defunded, and access to Iowa history for citizens, students, and scholars is being restricted. This alarms us.

Mr. Jahn’s assertion that the collections are not “under any physical threat” is incorrect. Spending on preserving, processing, and curating records has dwindled. For many decades, part of the library budget went to newspaper preservation, with about $30,000 annually covering microfilming. In 2009, the DCA ended this 50-year practice, and now the budget for preserving newspapers is zero. Meanwhile, the budget for acquiring new materials peaked in the early 2000s at $82,000 per year and then fell off until it was eliminated in 2009. The Iowa City Centennial Building, which houses some of the most valuable historical materials in the state, can barely open its doors to operate, let alone manage the collections with the attention and care required of a professional library or archival service.

Fragile materials are endangered. There is no funding to have a paper conservator stabilize documents. Requests to bind books have been ignored. Microfilm that is deteriorating due to acid problems cannot be treated. The reduction of public service hours has forced the closing of the Special Collections reading room on the second floor of the Centennial Building, which for forty years provided additional security for rare archival materials. Retrieval times are limited, and all materials now must be examined in the downstairs library. Not only is this a disservice to researchers, it also places these materials at risk.

SHSI library and archives collections are frozen in 2009. There is a moratorium on acquisitions. Subscriptions have lapsed, and there are no plans to renew them. The SHSI may even discontinue its subscription to the Online Computer Library Center (OCLC), which is used by nearly every reputable library and archive in the world and links the SHSI collections to the University of Iowa’s online catalog, in favor of an impractical plan to develop a collection management system of its own. The OCLC is an indispensable source of reliable bibliographic and catalog records. It is essential to a library’s inventory control system, helping to describe and track holdings and making possible the lending and borrowing of microfilm. Taking the SHSI libraries out of the OCLC system will gut the SHSI’s professional reputation as a serious research library.

The DCA and State Archivist assert that their assessment is ongoing and that no decisions about the SHSI collections have been made. The DCA, however, is already in the process of hiring a construction manager for the renovation of the Iowa State Historical Building in Des Moines. The proposal to invest $93 million in this project is not reassuring unless it comes with a guarantee about preserving and ensuring access to collections and resuming acquisition of new materials. Mr. Jahn claims that 35 percent, or $32 million, of the total $93 million investment “will address long overdue collection needs.” But those numbers are contradicted by the DCA’s “State Historical Building Capital Project – DRAFT Milestone Schedule” of February 10, 2015, which allocates only $7.5 million, or 8 percent, to “Collections Processing, Digitization, Move & Rehousing.” Not only is this a tiny percentage for collections overall, but it also appears that the money will be used primarily for downsizing, removing, and digitizing them.

Reports by the DCA’s consultant provide further evidence of such a plan. The April 2012 “Facility Strategy” for the Des Moines building, prepared by the Canadian consulting firm Lord Cultural Resources, calls for reducing collections storage, expanding exhibit and program space, and providing “outdoor areas for gathering and organizing groups in order to leverage views of the Capitol” (p. 16). Renovation for such areas would be on the east side of the building, and may require, as a July 2014 engineering and architecture report notes, demolishing the East Wing, where the archival collections currently reside.

The 2012 Lord report disconcertingly recommends “considering changes to collecting mandates and scopes and de-accessioning items that are not in line with the collecting strategy” (p. 12). The same firm’s June 2014 “Research Report” for the DCA mentions libraries and archives only in passing, as “ancillary” to the SHSI (pp. 3, 71, 165). The library and archival collections are not ancillary; they have been the heart of the SHSI mission since 1857. The report recommends a “downward streamlining” of the “State Archives program,” referring to both the State Archives and the SHSI libraries and archives. It also urges elimination of “any duplication of efforts by consolidating the two research centers of the state library collection, thereby freeing staff, resources, and space for other program needs, such as building a website with services that the public can use at any time” (p. 190).

Although digitizing some library materials and posting them to a website is desirable, it would be prohibitively expensive to digitize more than a fraction of the SHSI collections. Furthermore, the nuances related to individual sources and their organization are lost in digitization; digital access is fine for some purposes, but researchers require physical access to materials and the assistance of trained archivists. Notably, Lord Cultural Resources’ 37-member team includes not a single person with archival training; two have advanced degrees in history, but the rest are museum planners, architects, “cultural engineers,” interpretive planners, and visual artists (per Lord Cultural Resources website).

Taken together, the shocking neglect of collections, the proposal for an expensive remodeling of the Des Moines building with few resources devoted to those collections, and Lord Cultural Resource’s short-sighted recommendations justify our fears for the future of SHSI’s libraries and archives in Des Moines and in Iowa City. We hope that the DCA will change course to place a high priority on all SHSI and Iowa State Archives collections and to keep both SHSI research centers fully open, sufficiently staffed, and their preservation needs and efforts appropriately funded.

Save Iowa History Coalition

Tyler Priest, Associate Professor of History, University of Iowa (UI)

Douglas Baynton, Associate Professor of History, UI

Mériam Belli, Associate Professor of History, UI

Jeffrey L. Cox, Professor of History, UI

James L. Giblin, Professor of History, UI

Michel Gobat, Associate Professor of History, UI

Colin Gordon, Professor of History, UI

Paul R. Greenough, Professor of History, UI

Elizabeth Heineman, Professor and Chair of History, UI

Michaela Hoenicke-Moore, Associate Professor of History, UI

Linda K. Kerber, May Brodbeck Professor in the Liberal Arts and Professor of
History Emerita, UI

Catherine Komisaruk, Associate Professor of History, UI

Tom Arne Mitrød, Associate Professor of History, UI

Michael E. Moore, Associate Professor of History, UI

H. Glenn Penny, Professor of History, UI

Jacki Thompson Rand, Associate Professor of History, UI

Leslie A. Schwalm, Professor of History, UI

Jennifer Sessions, Associate Professor of History, UI

Landon Storrs, Professor of History, UI

Allen Steinberg, Emeritus Associate Professor of History, UI

H. Shelton Stromquist, Emeritus Professor of History, UI

Katherine H. Tachau, Professor of History, UI

Omar Valerio-Jiménez, Associate Professor of History, UI

Stephen Warren, Associate Professor of History, UI

In support of the State Historical Society of Iowa

Michelle Romero — Wed, 01 Apr 2015 13:51:35 GMT

Gregor Trinkaus-Randall circulated a petition last week on the NEA listserv that asked for your signature in support of the State Historical Society of Iowa. According to the petition, that institution, in the face of a collections assessment, has seen hours cut and resources slashed; the future of public access to materials is uncertain. Our thanks to Gregor for alerting membership to this initiative.

For more information and a link to that petition, see the State Historical Society of Iowa’s page on Change.org.

Earlier this week, Colin Lukens (President), Jennifer Gunter King (President-elect), and Jill Snyder (Immediate Past President) sent a letter in support of the State Historical Society of Iowa to the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs on behalf of the NEA membership. Yesterday, NEA received a reply from the State Archivist of Iowa Tony Jahn. Mr. Jahn attempts to clear up some mis-information and suggests where NEA can position its advocacy efforts:

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Good Afternoon Colin and New England Archivists,

Thank you for the letter of support. Over the last few days information has come to pass about the State Historical Society of Iowa‘s organizational strategy and collections management that is incorrectly grounded on conjecture and wild speculation. Please know…

The State Historical Society of Iowa:

-- Did not cut its budget in FY 2015
-- Is not facing any budget cuts for FY2016
-- Nor are our collections under any physical threat.

In fact, as I write, a bill is moving through the Iowa State General Assembly to revitalize the State Historical Building. The Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs (agency that oversees the State Historical Society of Iowa) is extremely fortunate that Governor Terry Branstad proposed a $65 million investment, and if passed, there is the potential for monetary impact up to $93 million with additional funds coming from future private/public partnership. 65% of the allocation will be addressing capital building needs (including collection storage upgrades) while the remaining 35% will address long overdue collections needs (preservation, access, organization, etc.) and a visitor experience revitalization which would better showcase the collection. The outcome of this legislation will not impact our current general fund allocation either way.

Historic collections are the lifeblood of the State Historical Society of Iowa. For more than 157 years our organization has and continues to be a leader in collecting, preserving and making accessible Iowa’s past. We have an ongoing Master Planning process, and as it nears completion we look forward to continuing the conversation with Iowans and other interested parties detailing how our unprecedented initiative to improve history in Iowa will:

-- Preserve our collections for all Iowans.
-- Engage Iowans across all 99 Iowa counties through improved collection accessibility, preservation and sustainability.
-- Inspire all Iowans to connect with their past for a brighter present and future.

Thank you for your consideration and please share with your colleagues as their advocacy efforts would be very impactful if they were focused on the capital funding bill currently being considered, and why the State Historical Society of Iowa could generally benefit from an increased budget.

History is a shared responsibility and thank you to the New England Archivists for being an integral part of preserving the Iowa story.

Tony Jahn
State Archivist, State Historical Library & Archives
anthony.jahn@iowa.gov | 515.281.4895 | iowahistory.org

Thank you from the NEA Board

Michelle Romero — Fri, 27 Mar 2015 12:52:37 GMT

NEA could not operate without our many volunteers who donate their time, efforts, and skills to organize our programs and events. It is because of them that NEA has such a thriving and dynamic community. The NEA Board would like to acknowledge in particular those volunteers whose terms ended between the Spring Meetings of 2014 and 2015.

Thank you to the following members for your service to NEA:

Awards and Scholarships Committee
Elizabeth Cousins
Orson Kingsley
Veronica Martzahl

Distinguished Service and Archival Advocacy Award Committees:
Rosemary Davis
Rosalie Gartner

Education Committee
Co-Chair: Jim DaMico
Michael Lotstein
Katie Seitz
Anastasia Weigle

Listserv Moderator:
Kristen Albert

Membership Committee:
Co-Chair: Hanna Cluttterbuck-Cook

Membership Secretary:
Kristine (Reinhard) Sjostedt

Nominating Committee:
Tom Blake
Adrienne Pruitt
Gregor Trinkaus-Randall
Darla White

President:
Alyssa Pacy

Web Committee:
Chair: Veronica Martzahl
Chair: Kelliann Bogan

Fall 2014 Program Committee
Chair: Abby Cramer
Keith Chevalier
Michelle Chiles
Genna Duplisea
John Healey
Keith Pendergrass
Julie Swierczek

Spring 2015 Program Committee
Co-chair: Camille Torres Hoven
Co-chair: Liz Francis
Liz Andrews
Erica Boudreau
Renee DesRoberts
Elise Dunham
Frances Harrell
Aliza Leventhal
Peter Rawson
Mary Richardson
Aaron Rubinstein

Spring 2015 Local Arrangement Committee
Chair: Christina Zamon
Meghan Bailey
Krista Ferrante
Rosalie Gartner
Meridith Halsey
Brendan Higgins
Megan Schwenke
Emily Tordo
Jane Ward

Another way to navigate the Spring 2015 Meeting

Michelle Romero — Thu, 19 Mar 2015 12:51:01 GMT

The Program Committee has organized a new way to navigate the Spring 2015 MARAC/NEA Spring 2015 Joint Meeting. Enhance your experience during the meeting by downloading the mobile app, Guidebook. With this app you can can make personalized schedule and browse exhibitors, maps, and general show info.

The app is compatible with iPhones, iPads, iPod Touches and Android devices. Windows Phone 7 and Blackberry users can access the same information via our mobile site at http://guidebook.com/browse/.

To get the guide, choose one of the methods below:
1. Download ‘Guidebook’ from the Apple App Store or the Android Marketplace
2. Visit http://guidebook.com/getit from your phone’s browser
3. Scan this QR-code with your mobile phone (QR-Code reader required, e.g. ‘Red Laser’, ‘Barcode Scanner’)

Please note: You may see two guides listed for our meeting. It does not matter which one you choose because the two guides are identical. If you have trouble downloading the Guidebook app or finding the Spring 2015's guide, find a member of the Program Committee or visit the registration desk for help.

The guide will be listed under the “Download Guides” section of the application.

See you tomorrow in Boston!

“Required” reading for Spring 2015

Michelle Romero — Tue, 17 Mar 2015 12:41:41 GMT

As we all get in gear for the Spring 2015 MARAC/NEA Joint Meeting this week, catch up on the meeting’s blog posts.

There are posts with insights into the unique aspects of the Spring 2015 Meeting like posts on the lunch discussions and plenary speakers. And everyone might find out something interesting in the new members and student section.

Continue your readings with posts about Boston like “Getting Around,” (did you know there is a new MBTA website/app for tracking the T?) “Things to Do,” and “Dining” where there is a special Google doc called “Dine Around.”

Based on the popularity of the SAA’s Student and New Archives Professional (SNAP) Roundtable’s Lunch Buddies program at SAA, “Dine Around” is program that makes it easier for everyone to network and meet colleagues from both NEA and MARAC. Sign up to host a lunch and see who signs up to join you. Or browse the spreadsheet to find a group of people going to lunch when you are. Be adventurous and choose a group with no one you know!

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A REMINDER
We’ve had an overwhelming, positive response to this year’s meeting, which is breaking attendance records. Because this is a joint meeting and we have a very popular program, we encourage you to prioritize which sessions you would like to attend. If there is a session you really want to attend, we recommend you get your seat early.

If a session becomes crowded, find a member of the Program Committee or visit the registration desk for recommendations on alternate sessions to attend. Please note that session rooms will not have Wi-Fi, though this will be available in the hotel lobby.

See you in Boston... very soon!

Sands Fish: data scientist, computational artist, and plenary speaker

Michelle Romero — Mon, 16 Mar 2015 13:19:03 GMT

Who is Sands Fish?

Sands Fish is a data scientist and computational artist focusing on the digital public sphere and communities of discourse in citizen media. He spent eight years as a senior software engineer at the MIT Libraries, and he is currently a research fellow at Harvard’s Berkman Center for Internet & Society, a fellow at MIT’s HyperStudio, and a research affiliate at the MIT Center for Civic Media.

And he will be our Saturday plenary talk at the Spring 2015 MARAC/NEA Joint Meeting.

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A REMINDER
We've had an overwhelming, positive response to this year's meeting, which is breaking attendance records. Because this is a joint meeting and we have a very popular program, we encourage you to prioritize which sessions you would like to attend. If there is a session you really want to attend, we recommend you get your seat early.

If a session becomes crowded, find a member of the Program Committee or visit the registration desk for recommendations on alternate sessions to attend. Please note that session rooms will not have Wi-Fi, though this will be available in the hotel lobby. Should you want a break, the Local Arrangements Committee is also putting together a list of local attractions and recommended places to get food/coffee.

See you in Boston... this week!

Help drive the future of NEA

Michelle Romero — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 16:16:00 GMT

During the Spring 2015 MARAC/NEA Joint Meeting next week, there will be two planning meetings that all NEA members are welcome to attend. In this email we have information about the BUSINESS MEETING where we will ask members to vote on bylaw amendments and strategic plan updates. We also invite all NEA members to be attend the EXECUTIVE BOARD MEETING and join our discussions about upcoming events and organizational planning.

NEA BUSINESS MEETING
Saturday, March 21

Time: 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Location: The Boston Park Plaza Hotel, Plaza Ballroom
50 Park Plaza at Arlington Street
Boston, MA 02116-3912

Click to view the agenda, but below you will find information on two items that we will be asking for your vote on:

BYLAWS
NEA members will be asked to vote on three proposed amendments to the NEA bylaws. In general, the amendments proposed in 2015 are procedural in nature. They replace outdated language in regards to how NEA communicates amendments to our bylaws and how elections are conducted. With the methods of communication and voting now in use by NEA, the proposed changes seem warranted.

Click to view the proposed amendments, which, per NEA bylaws Article 9, were submitted to the NEA Secretary 60 days and the membership 30 day prior to the annual meeting.

The current NEA bylaws can be found on the website.

STRATEGIC PLAN
The 2015-2020 Strategic Plan Task Force (SPTF) was formed to write the plan that will guide the direction of NEA’s work over the next few years. From February 23 through March 6, the SPTF asked NEA members to provide comments on draft vision, mission, and value statements for the organization. The SPTF heard you and revised the statements, based on your feedback. The SPTF is happy to supply the comment matrix if you are curious about what edits were made and why. Email Caitlin Birch, co-chair of the SPTF for more information at Caitlin.Birch@dartmouth.edu.

NEA members will be asked to take a vote of confidence on the statements, at the Business Meeting. The NEA bylaws don’t require a formal vote on these statements, but the vote of confidence, if passed, will confirm that the 2015-2020 Strategic Plan is headed in the right direction, and propel the Task Force into its next objective: Identifying goals, strategies, and action items to help NEA achieve our mission and work towards our vision.

Click to view the proposed vision, mission, and value statements as they will be presented at the Business Meeting.

NEA EXECUTIVE BOARD MEETING
Thursday, March 19

Are you curious about how NEA works? Or are you interested in getting more involved?

The NEA Executive Board is having their quarterly meeting on Thursday, March 19. All NEA members are welcome to attend.

Time: 1:00 - 4:15 p.m.
Location: The Boston Park Plaza Hotel, Stuart Room (4th Floor)
50 Park Plaza at Arlington Street
Boston, MA 02116-3912

Click to view the board meeting agenda.

Unable to attend the March 2015 board meeting in person? NEA is committed to making our board meetings open to all members. If you would like to request remote access to part or all of the March meeting, please contact the Inclusion and Diversity Coordinator, Anna Clutterbuck-Cook (acook@masshist.org / 617-646-0561) and we will do what we can to accommodate your request.

Spring 2015: A Call to Action

Michelle Romero — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 12:57:25 GMT

Hello, NEA and MARAC members!

The NEA Membership Committee and the MARAC Membership Development Committee would like to invite new NEA and MARAC members, new(ish) members, prospective members, and any NEA or MARAC member seeking to become more involved, to attend the "Call to Action," an informal event taking place on Friday, March 20 from 8:00 to 9:00 AM in the Georgian/Arlington room at the MARAC/NEA Spring 2015 meeting.

The Call to Action will take the format of a job-fair, where members of both organizations can walk around the room and meet with representatives of different NEA and MARAC Committees and Roundtables, to learn about how to become more involved, participate in events, and stay in-the-know about NEA and MARAC and its affiliated roundtables and committees. Whether you are new to your professional organization or a seasoned NEA or MARAC veteran, the Call to Action will be a great opportunity to share your ideas with NEA and MARAC representatives and become aware of opportunities to contribute to the NEA and MARAC communities.

If you can’t make it to MARAC/NEA but have any membership questions or comments, please don’t hesitate to contact us at casey_davis@wgbh.org (NEA) and grover@etown.edu (MARAC).

We look forward to meeting you!

NEA Membership Committee

Casey Davis and Marilyn Morgan, Co-chairs

Dan McCormack, Nicole Topich, and Pat Webber

MARAC Membership Development Committee

Rachel Grove Rohrbaugh, Chair

Sara Borden, Sierra Green, Jason Speck, Dyani Feige, Salome Jeronimo, Amanda May, and Jamie Margalotti

Danna Bell will be at Spring 2015

Michelle Romero — Wed, 11 Mar 2015 12:43:35 GMT

Who is Danna Bell?

Currently she serves as the reference specialist of the Educational Outreach Team at the Library of Congress. She has also worked as an archivist at the District of Columbia Public Library, American University Washington College of Law, and SUNY Stony Brook. Bell is a past Chair of MARAC and a past president of the Society of American Archivists.

And she is speaking Friday March 20th about the Education of an Archivist at the Spring 2015 MARAC/NEA Joint Meeting.

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A REMINDER
We've had an overwhelming, positive response to this year's meeting, which is breaking attendance records. Because this is a joint meeting and we have a very popular program, we encourage you to prioritize which sessions you would like to attend. If there is a session you really want to attend, we recommend you get your seat early.

If a session becomes crowded, find a member of the Program Committee or visit the registration desk for recommendations on alternate sessions to attend. Please note that session rooms will not have Wi-Fi, though this will be available in the hotel lobby. Should you want a break, the Local Arrangements Committee is also putting together a list of local attractions and recommended places to get food/coffee.

See you in Boston, March 19-21!

TODAY is the last day to register for the Spring 2015 Meeting

Michelle Romero — Wed, 04 Mar 2015 13:34:49 GMT

If you were waiting until the last day to register for the Spring 2015 MARAC/NEA Joint Meeting -- you're in luck because that day has arrived! Register now so you won’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to attend sessions, workshops, repository tours, and network with members of the archival profession from two regional organizations.

And we'll see you in Boston, March 19-21!

Tomorrow is the last day to register for the Spring 2015 Meeting

Michelle Romero — Tue, 03 Mar 2015 13:33:43 GMT

Just a quick reminder that tomorrow, Wednesday March 4th, will be the last day to register for the Spring 2015 MARAC/NEA Joint Meeting.

We've had an overwhelming, positive response to this year's meeting, which is on track to break attendance records. Because this is a joint meeting and we have a very popular program, we encourage you to prioritize which sessions you would like to attend. If there is a session you really want to attend, we recommend you get your seat early.

If a session becomes crowded, find a member of the Program Committee or visit the registration desk for recommendations on alternate sessions to attend. Please note that session rooms will not have Wi-Fi, though this will be available in the hotel lobby. Should you want a break, the Local Arrangements Committee is also putting together a list of local attractions and recommended places to get food/coffee.

See you in Boston, March 19-21!

NEA Board Meeting, March 19th

Michelle Romero — Wed, 25 Feb 2015 13:19:11 GMT

Are you curious about how NEA works? Or are you interested in getting more involved?

The NEA Executive Board is having their quarterly meeting on Thursday, March 19 during the Spring 2015 MARAC/NEA Joint Meeting. All NEA members (regardless of whether you are registered for the meeting) are welcome to attend.

Time:
1:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Location:
The Boston Park Plaza Hotel
Stuart Room (4th Floor)
50 Park Plaza at Arlington Street
Boston, MA 02116-3912

MBTA:
The Boston Park Plaza Hotel is located near the Arlington Street stop on the green line.

Parking:
The Boston Park Plaza Hotel offers Valet Parking for $48 per night. Motor Mart Garage (self-parking) is located directly across the street from The Boston Park Plaza Hotel. Parking is also available at the CityPlace Garage (http://www.pilgrimparking.com/boston-parking-garages/cityplace-garage.htm).

The draft agenda will be sent to NEA members the week before the meeting.

Unable to attend the March 2015 board meeting in person? NEA is committed to making our board meetings open to all members. If you would like to request remote access to part or all of the March meeting, please contact the Inclusion and Diversity Coordinator, Anna Clutterbuck-Cook (acook@masshist.org / 617-646-0561) and we will do what we can to accommodate your request.

Please join us on March 19! Hope to see you there!

Jill Snyder
NEA President

IMPORTANT: Give your feedback on NEA's draft mission and vision

Michelle Romero — Mon, 23 Feb 2015 13:55:56 GMT

The 2015-2020 Strategic Plan Task Force (SPTF) was recently formed to write a new strategic plan for NEA. The SPTF is made up of both new and seasoned NEA members and board members. When complete, the new strategic plan will guide NEA through the next five years.

The SPTF spent the last few months drafting a vision and mission statement, and a series of core values for NEA. This is the first step in the strategic planning process. We plan to bring the vision, mission, and value statements to the Annual Business Meeting for a vote in the spring. We’d like to hear your thoughts before we bring it for a vote.

Please take a few minutes to fill out the following three-question survey on the updated mission, vision, and value statement. Everyone's thoughts and suggestions will be taken into consideration. Your feedback is an important part of shaping the final version of each statement.

The survey will be open until March 6th.

Questions? Direct them to Caitlin Birch (caitlin.birch@dartmouth.edu) and Jill Snyder (jillannsnyder@gmail.com)

Vote on a Bylaw Change

Michelle Romero — Wed, 18 Feb 2015 13:29:48 GMT

To the members of NEA -

At the 2015 annual business meeting, NEA members will be asked to vote on three proposed amendments to the NEA bylaws. In general, the amendments proposed in 2015 are procedural in nature. They replace outdated language in regards to how NEA communicates amendments to our bylaws and how elections are conducted. With the methods of communication and voting now in use by NEA, the proposed changes seem warranted.

Click to view the proposed amendments, which, per NEA bylaws Article 9, were submitted to the NEA Secretary on January 20, 2015.

Current NEA bylaws can be found on the website here: http://newenglandarchivists.org/bylaws

Share a ride to Spring 2015!

Michelle Romero — Tue, 17 Feb 2015 13:30:31 GMT

Looking for a ride to the Spring 2015 MARAC/NEA Joint Meeting, or willing to share a spot in your car in exchange for fine company (and/or gas money)? We've created an online, self-service carpooling sign-up sheet where you can connect with other members looking to share a ride.

Just enter your name and contact info, when and from where you're traveling, and whether you're a driver (with a car) or a rider. Then, wait to be contacted by other carpoolers, or go ahead and contact others who list pick-up locations and dates in line with your travel plans.

**Please note: NEA is not responsible for the contents of these spreadsheets or for any actions that result from using these spreadsheets. Members are entirely responsible for making their own arrangements, including meeting times, sharing the cost of gas, etc., and for following through with their plans.**

Good news for the Spring 2015 workshops!

Michelle Romero — Thu, 12 Feb 2015 16:00:51 GMT

Good news if you were interested in signing up for one of the Spring 2015 MARAC/NEA Joint Meeting workshops, but you weren't quite sure yet. The early bird registration rates for the workshops have been extended until March 4th. So take the time to think things through -- but don't wait too long because there are workshops with only a couple of spaces left!

So sign up now for Copyright Fundamentals for Archivists and Librarians, Project Management for Archival Processing, Caring for Historical Records, and Arrangement and Description.

And although early bird registration rates for the Meeting are over, there is still time to get a good registration price. Go online to browse the Meeting’s program or follow our updates on Twitter, Facebook, or Pinterest.

See you in Boston March 19-21!

After TODAY the cost of the Spring 2015 Meeting goes up

Michelle Romero — Wed, 11 Feb 2015 15:08:45 GMT

Today is the last day for the early bird registration rates for the Spring 2015 MARAC/NEA Joint Meeting. Register now so you won’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to attend sessions, workshops, repository tours, and network with members of the archival profession from two regional organizations.

And don't forget: the early bird registration rates also end today for the WORKSHOPS.
So sign up now for Copyright Fundamentals for Archivists and Librarians, Project Management for Archival Processing, Caring for Historical Records, and Arrangement and Description.
Go online to browse the meeting’s program or follow updates on Twitter, Facebook, or Pinterest.

See you in Boston March 19-21!

TOMORROW is the last day for Spring 2015 early bird deadline

Michelle Romero — Tue, 10 Feb 2015 15:00:59 GMT

Tomorrow (February 11th) is the last day for the early bird registration rates for the Spring 2015 MARAC/NEA Joint Meeting. Register now so you won’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to attend sessions, workshops, repository tours, and network with members of the archival profession from two regional organizations.

WORKSHOPS
We have four really incredible workshops lined-up. And tomorrow the early bird registration for workshops also end. So sign up now for Copyright Fundamentals for Archivists and Librarians, Project Management for Archival Processing, Caring for Historical Records, and Arrangement and Description.

DAY OF SERVICE VOLUNTEERING EVENT
Thursday, March 19th is the Day of Service event is a chance for archivists to help our colleagues improve access to important archival collections at their repositories. And it’s a chance to get together and meet new people. Shifts are first come, first serve, and space is limited so sign up early to guarantee a spot.

NEA SCHOLARSHIPS
Take advantage of being an NEA member and apply for one of the Meeting and Travel Assistance Scholarships to help offset the cost of registration, meals, and travel expenses. We offer this scholarship because NEA is committed to our members’ professional development and we know the importance of attending the annual spring meeting to engage with colleagues, keeping abreast of new archival theories and technologies, and networking. Go to the NEA website for more details on how to apply. Applications must be submitted to Silvia Mejia (silvia.mejia@gmail.com), Meeting and Travel Assistance Scholarships Committee Chair, by February 15th.

HOTEL
Reserve your hotel room at the Boston Park Plaza hotel (NEA members use the code NEAJM). Room rates start at $159. These special meeting rates end on February 26th -- so make sure to reserve a room today.

KEY DATES TO REMEMBER:
2/11 -- Early bird registration ENDS for both the meeting and workshops
2/12 -- Advanced registration starts
2/26 -- Hotel CUT-OFF for special Spring 2015 reservation prices
3/6 -- Last day to register for the Day of Service Volunteering Event
3/18 -- Late/On-site registration starts

Go online to browse the meeting’s program or follow updates on Twitter, Facebook, or Pinterest.

See you in Boston March 19-21!

(correction) Spring 2015 early bird registration ends next Wednesday

Michelle Romero — Fri, 06 Feb 2015 16:04:41 GMT

Just a clarification that the deadline for the early bird registration for the MARAC/NEA Spring 2015 Joint Meeting March 19-21 is next WEDNESDAY February 11th.

Sorry for any confusion.

Next Thursday is the last day for Spring 2015 early bird deadline

Michelle Romero — Thu, 05 Feb 2015 13:54:56 GMT

Just a reminder that after next Thursday (February 11th) the early bird registration rates for the Spring 2015 MARAC/NEA Joint Meeting will end. Register now so you won’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to attend sessions, workshops, repository tours, and network with members of the archival profession from two regional organizations.

WORKSHOPS
We have four really incredible workshops lined-up. After next Thursday (February 11th), the early bird registration for workshops also end. So sign up now for Copyright Fundamentals for Archivists and Librarians, Project Management for Archival Processing, Caring for Historical Records, and Arrangement and Description.

DAY OF SERVICE VOLUNTEERING EVENT
Thursday, March 19th is the Day of Service event is a chance for archivists to help our colleagues improve access to important archival collections at their repositories. And it’s a chance to get together and meet new people. Shifts are first come, first serve, and space is limited so sign up early to guarantee a spot.

NEA SCHOLARSHIPS
Take advantage of being an NEA member and apply for one of the Meeting and Travel Assistance Scholarships to help offset the cost of registration, meals, and travel expenses. We offer this scholarship because NEA is committed to our members’ professional development and we know the importance of attending the annual spring meeting to engage with colleagues, keeping abreast of new archival theories and technologies, and networking. Go to the NEA website for more details on how to apply. Applications must be submitted to Silvia Mejia (silvia.mejia@gmail.com), Meeting and Travel Assistance Scholarships Committee Chair, by February 15th.

HOTEL
Reserve your hotel room at the Boston Park Plaza hotel (NEA members use the code NEAJM). Room rates start at $159. These special meeting rates end on February 26th -- so make sure to reserve a room today.

KEY DATES TO REMEMBER:

2/11 -- Early bird registration ENDS for both the meeting and workshops

2/12 -- Advanced registration starts
2/26 -- Hotel CUT-OFF for special Spring 2015 reservation prices

3/6 -- Last day to register for the Day of Service Volunteering Event

3/18 -- Late/On-site registration starts

Go online to browse the meeting’s program or follow updates on Twitter, Facebook, or Pinterest.

See you in Boston March 19-21!

Need funding to develop your understanding of A/V materials?

Michelle Romero — Wed, 04 Feb 2015 17:15:30 GMT

Do you have video cassette tapes, audio cassette tapes, 16-milimeter films that all need to be cataloged, housed and given access? Do you wish you could take a class at IMAP to get a better understanding on dealing with this materials? These are only a few examples of the many ways NEA can help fund your professional development in audio/visual media.

Apply for the A/V Professional Development Award to help fund a workshop, conference, or other related project that will help you get a handle on your repository's media.

Audio/Visual (A/V) Professional Development Award
The A/V Professional Development Award of up $500 is given annually by the New England Archivists (NEA) to promote the professional development of members in the field of Audio/Visual. Individual members of NEA are invited to apply for the award. Applicants may propose participating in an educational program or workshop, preparing a paper for possible publication or oral presentation, attending a professional meeting, or any other activity promoting professional development in areas of A/V. The award cannot be used to purchase supplies or equipment. PLEASE NOTE: Recipients are expected to submit a report on their project upon completion to the NEA Newsletter and/or present at the NEA annual meeting.

Application Instructions:
   -- Open to members of NEA in good standing.
   -- The application should include your name, address, institutional affiliation, email address, telephone number, date, and signature.
   -- Explain, in 500 words or less, the activity the award would support, the expected benefits of the activity, how the award would be used, and a timeline for completion of the project.
   -- Attach a copy of your resume and a projected budget.

Applications must be submitted to Tessa Cierny (tessabeers@gmail.com), AV Professional Development Award Committee Chair, by February 15, 2015.

NEA reflects on the process of inclusion

Michelle Romero — Wed, 04 Feb 2015 14:01:56 GMT

Read NEA's first Inclusion and Diversity Coordinator, Anna Clutterbuck-Cook's guest post on SAA's blog, Off the Record. In Anna article, “Who’s Missing From This Table?” she discusses the background of inclusion and diversity at NEA and outlines four overarching goals for her tenure as she develop this position.

Off the Record is an informal communication channel on which conversations can take place about ongoing SAA activities and issues, as well other topics of broad interest to archivists. We want to both highlight such topics and spark discussion.

NEA wants to fund your professional development

Michelle Romero — Fri, 30 Jan 2015 13:58:19 GMT

Do you know of a workshop you'd like to attend, but cannot fund on your own? Would you like to present a paper at a conference, but your institution cannot cover your registration and expenses? These are only a few examples of the many ways NEA can help you with your professional development.

Apply for the Hale Award to receive the funding you need to push your archival career forward.

Richard W. Hale, Jr. Professional Development Award
The Hale Award of $1000 is given annually by the New England Archivists (NEA) to promote the professional development of archivists in the region. Individual members of NEA are invited to apply for the award. Applicants may propose participating in an educational program or workshop, preparing a paper for possible publication or oral presentation, attending a professional meeting, or any other activity promoting professional development. The award cannot be used to purchase supplies or equipment. PLEASE NOTE: Recipients are expected to submit a report on their project upon completion to the NEA Newsletter and/or present at the NEA annual meeting.

Application Instructions:
   -- Open to members of NEA in good standing.
   -- Include your name, address, institutional affiliation, email address, telephone number, date, and signature.
   -- Explain, in 500 words or less, the activity the award would support, the expected benefits of the activity, how the award would be used, and a timeline for completion of the project.
   -- Attach a copy of your resume and a projected budget.

Applications must be submitted to Jessica Sedgwick (jmsedg@gmail.com), Hale Award Committee Chair, by February 15, 2015.

Help make a difference: A Day of Service event at MARAC/NEA Spring 2015 Meeting

Michelle Romero — Mon, 26 Jan 2015 13:51:06 GMT

On Thursday, March 19th, volunteer to work with fellow MARAC and NEA members on materials from the Boston Pictorial Archive at the Boston Public Library. (http://www.bpl.org/distinction/featured-collections/boston-artists/). The Day of Service event, in conjunction with the Spring 2015 Meeting, is a chance for archivists to help our colleagues improve access to important archival collections at their repositories. And it's a chance to get together and meet new people.

Volunteers will work on-site at the BPL to convert addresses into geo-coordinates using Google maps. The resulting efforts will locate historical images of Boston on a map tool in digitalcommonnwealth.org, the statewide repository system for digital collections across the Commonwealth. Digital Commonwealth is also a service hub of the Digital Public Library of America.

Training will be provided to volunteers at the start of each shift, and no prior experience with geo-coordinates is needed.

Shifts are first come, first serve, and space is limited so sign up early to guarantee a spot*. The deadline is Friday, March 6th, but as soon as all spots are filled, the sign-up sheet will close. Once someone signs-up for a shift, the project organizers will email potential volunteers to confirm participation and share further logistical details.

Help make a difference for a historic Boston repository!

*You do not have to attend the Spring 2015 Meeting in order to participate in this event. All MARAC and NEA members are welcome to sign up.

Help offset the cost of the Spring 2015 Meeting...

Michelle Romero — Fri, 16 Jan 2015 14:39:03 GMT

The Spring 2015 MARAC/NEA Joint Meeting will be a fantastic opportunity to attend sessions, workshops, repository tours, and network with members of the archival profession from two regional organizations. Don't miss out on this one!

Apply for one of NEA's Meeting and Travel Assistance Scholarships to help offset the cost of registration, meals, and travel expenses. We offer this scholarship because NEA is committed to our members' professional development and we know the importance of attending the annual spring meeting to engage with colleagues, keeping abreast of new archival theories and technologies, and networking.

Go online to browse the meeting's program or follow updates on Twitter, Facebook, or Pinterest and then apply before February 15th.

Application Instructions:

REGULAR MEMBER:

Open to all non-student members of NEA in good standing.
The application should include your name, address, institutional affiliation, email address, telephone number, date, and signature.
Please explain, in 500 words or less, the expected benefits of attending the meeting and why financial assistance is needed.
Please attach a copy of your resume and a projected budget.

STUDENT MEMBER:

Open to all student members of NEA in good standing.
The application should include your name, address, institutional affiliation, email address, telephone number, date, and signature.
Please explain, in 500 words or less, the expected benefits of attending the meeting and why financial assistance is needed.
Please attach a copy of your resume and a projected budget.

Applications must be submitted to Silvia Mejia (silvia.mejia@gmail.com), Meeting and Travel Assistance Scholarships Committee Chair, by February 15th.

See you in Boston in March!

NEA Board Meeting January 23rd

Michelle Romero — Wed, 14 Jan 2015 14:29:11 GMT

Are you curious about how NEA works? Or are you interested in getting more involved?

The NEA Executive Board is having their quarterly meeting on Friday, January 23. All NEA members are welcome to attend.

The agenda is available online.

Time: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Location: Boston College

Connors Family Learning Center Classroom, O'Neill Library, 2nd floor

140 Commonwealth Ave

Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

When you enter the O'Neill Library (probably on either the first floor or the third floor), head to the second floor, and head straight back. The Connors Family Learning Center will be clearly marked, and the assistant at the desk will direct you to the classroom.

MBTA: Boston College is the last stop on the outbound B line.

Parking: There is visitor parking in the Beacon St. garage at the intersection of Beacon and Chestnut Hill Drive, Boston, MA 02135. Head west on Beacon and the entrance to the Beacon Street Garage is just a few blocks headed west on Beacon Street. Parking is $3/hr or $25/day. Further directions and a map are available here: http://www.bc.edu/a-z/maps/s-approach.html

Tour: A tour of the Burns Library, where special collections are housed, will be offered after the meeting.

Lunch: There are a variety of lunch options nearby. Hillside Cafe [http://www.bc.edu/offices/dining/locations/hillside.html] is in the adjacent building and has coffee, snack, and lunch items. Across the street, (a 10-12 minute walk), there is a Mexican restaurant, El Pelon [http://www.elpelon.com/]; Crazy Dough's Pizza [http://www.crazydoughs.com/]; Flatbreads[http://www.flatbreadsonline.com/about.html]; a City Convenience store; and a Dunkin' Donuts.

Please join us on January 23, especially if you have any thoughts or ideas on the attached agenda topics. Hope to see you there!

Jill Snyder

NEA President

Student members: a chance to join NEA's Education Committee

Michelle Romero — Tue, 13 Jan 2015 14:07:22 GMT

The Education Committee has two openings for student members. It is an exciting time to be a member of the Education Committee -- we are growing our program to be able to offer diverse and cutting edge workshops throughout New England. If you are interested in getting more involved with NEA, meeting other archivists and creating professional development opportunities, this is an ideal position for you! Some travel is necessary but expenses are reimbursed. It’s a great way to build your resume.

Duties may include:
   -- Assisting education committee members with developing workshops;
   -- Serving as “day of” representatives for workshops;
   -- Liaising with students to survey education needs and interests;
   -- Participating in any committee conference calls and/or meetings.

This is a one year position and students must be a member of NEA. If interested, please send a brief (300 words or less) statement of interest and resume to Stephanie Call, co-chair, at stephanie.call@ajhsboston.org by February 13th.

NEA Award nominations deadline is extended

Michelle Romero — Mon, 12 Jan 2015 15:32:56 GMT

Distinguished Service Award

The submission deadline for the DSA has been extended to February 15th! Who will you nominate for 2015?

In Megan Sniffin-Marinoff’s 2006 nomination, Brenda Lawson said "If one were to ask a room full of members of New England Archivists who they considered to be their mentor, I would venture to guess that at least half would answer Megan."

If that sounds like someone you know, consider nominating them for the Distinguished Service Awards. All you need to do in order to nominate someone is submit language detailing why you feel the candidate deserves the NEA DSA. Although they are not required, additional materials such as a curriculum vitae (resume), publications, work products, course outlines and evaluations, may be submitted in support of your nomination.

For more information please visit http://newenglandarchivists.org/awards/service

Archival Advocacy Award

The submission deadline for the AAA has been extended to February 15th! Who will you nominate for 2015?

Do you know of a person or institution who has helped to further the mission of the archives profession through sponsorship, financial support, increasing public awareness, or other projects? If so, consider nominating them for the Archival Advocacy Award. All you need to do in order to nominate someone is submit language detailing why you feel the candidate deserves the NEA AAA. Although they are not required, additional materials such as a curriculum vitae (resume), publications, work products, course outlines and evaluations, may be submitted in support of your nomination.

For more information please visit http://newenglandarchivists.org/awards/advocacy

Register for the Spring 2015 Meeting

Michelle Romero — Thu, 08 Jan 2015 16:32:10 GMT

Registration for the Spring 2015 MARAC/NEA Joint Meeting program is now open!Go online to browse the program and register for the meeting.

newenglandarchivists.org/spring_2015

Members of both NEA and MARAC have been working together diligently over the past year to bring you a fantastic three-day program that is diverse, interesting, and collaborative. There are sessions, workshops, repository tours, a Day of Service community volunteer day, and more. And of course the opportunity to network with members of the archival profession from two regional organizations.

Get a jump on things and reserve your hotel room now (NEA members use bit.ly/12kP98B and the code NEAJM). Room rates start at $159.

Upcoming key dates:
TODAY -- Early registration starts

2/12 -- Advanced registration starts

2/26 -- Hotel CUT-OFF for special Spring 2015 reservation prices

3/18 -- Late/On-site registration starts

Over the next few months we'll send out further announcements informing you of registration and hotel deadlines, workshop announcements, A Day of Service information, and periodic online program updates.

See you in Boston!

*PLEASE NOTE: Boston Park Plaza Hotel lists our rate for a quad as $239 a night. THIS IS INCORRECT. The actual rate is $219 -- even if your confirmation says it is $239 a night. The hotel is aware of this discrepancy and will edit the rate by hand and send you a new confirmation for the correct amount. Please be assured, you will be charged the correct rate of $219 a night.

Spring 2015 MARAC/NEA Joint Meeting program is now online!

Michelle Romero — Tue, 23 Dec 2014 12:50:14 GMT

The Spring 2015 MARAC/NEA Joint Meeting program is now online! Members of both NEA and MARAC have been working together diligently over the past year to bring you a fantastic three-day program that is diverse, interesting, and collaborative. There are sessions, workshops, repository tours, a Day of Service community volunteer day, and more. And of course the opportunity to network with members of the archival profession from two regional organizations.

newenglandarchivists.org/spring_2015

Get a jump on things and reserve your hotel room now (NEA members use bit.ly/12kP98B and the code NEAJM). Room rates start at $159.

Here are the upcoming key dates: 1/8 -- Early registration starts

2/12 -- Advanced registration starts

2/26 -- Hotel CUT-OFF for special Spring 2015 reservation prices

See you in Boston!

Consider NEA in your year-end giving

Michelle Romero — Tue, 16 Dec 2014 16:35:16 GMT

Dear members of New England Archivists --

As the year comes to a close, we hope you consider a contribution to NEA.

NEA's increasing range of scholarships and awards assist fellow members attending NEA meetings and provide professional development opportunities in areas such as records management and A/V. These awards and scholarships help to fulfill a core function of our institution; a handful of $25 gifts could give an additional budding or under-employed archivist the chance to grow, network, and serve. Donated funds also help to secure these opportunities for future archivists during all stages of their careers.

Here is NEA's current suite of awards and scholarships for your consideration:

Richard W. Hale, Jr. Professional Development Award

Richard L. Haas Records Management Award

Audio/Visual Professional Development Award

Meeting and Travel Assistance Scholarships

NEA is a registered 503(c)(3) non-profit and your donation is 100% tax-deductible.

Giving couldn't be easier. Just follow this link to our donation page: https://newenglandarchivists.wildapricot.org/donate

Thank you and have a safe and sound holiday season,

NEA Executive Board

Save-the-date: NEA Board Meeting January 23rd

Michelle Romero — Mon, 15 Dec 2014 15:10:41 GMT

Are you curious about how NEA works? Or are you interested in getting more involved?

The NEA Executive Board is having their quarterly meeting on Friday, January 23. All NEA members are welcome to attend.

Time: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Location: Boston College

Connors Family Learning Center Classroom, O'Neill Library, 2nd floor

140 Commonwealth Ave

Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

MBTA: Boston College is the last stop on the outbound B line.

Tour: A tour of the Burns Library, where special collections are housed, will be offered after the meeting.

The draft agenda will be sent to NEA members, a couple of weeks prior to the meeting.

Please join us on January 23! Hope to see you there!

Jill Snyder

NEA President

Fall 2014 Meeting presentations online

Michelle Romero — Fri, 05 Dec 2014 13:56:30 GMT

Did you miss the Fall 2014 Meeting, "Archives in Action," on November 1st? Did you go, but wished you could have gone to more than one breakout session? You can now access the slides and other presentation materials from the sessions on NEA's website.

And finally: If you didn't attend the fall meeting, please let us know why. Answers are anonymous and we appreciate your feedback!

A new position on the Communications Committee

Michelle Romero — Thu, 04 Dec 2014 14:28:39 GMT

NEA Photographer

The Communications Committee is looking for someone to help document NEA's meetings and events. The NEA Photographer will attend all NEA Meetings to capture members and volunteers at keynote talks, sessions, and receptions. The photographer will also be required to attend other events as needed to document and share these activities. Photographs will be made available on the NEA website, published in the Newsletter, and posted on social media. When appropriate, images may also be shared with outside organizations. Rights to images will be owned by NEA with credit to the photographer.

This position requires someone who:
-- owns their own DSLR camera
-- can attend all NEA Meetings* and other NEA events as needed
-- has their own photo editing software (or access to photo editing software)
-- will make sure CommComm, other committees, and individuals as appropriate have access to the photos in a timely manner after events

For anyone interested in applying or if you would like more details about this position, contact Communications Committee Chair, Jessica Tanny (jtanny@gmail.com).

* Please note: $175 will be offered as reimbursement for travel and hotel for each of the meetings (spring and fall).

Need help with professional funding?

Michelle Romero — Tue, 02 Dec 2014 16:02:55 GMT

Apply for one of NEA's professional development awards and meeting scholarships. A key part of NEA's mission is to help support members' research and professional development. Look below to see if you qualify for any of NEA's four awards. Applications for all of the awards are due by February 15, 2015.

Richard W. Hale, Jr. Professional Development Award

The Hale Award of $1000 is given annually by the New England Archivists (NEA) to promote the professional development of archivists in the region. Individual members of NEA are invited to apply for the award. Applicants may propose participating in an educational program or workshop, preparing a paper for possible publication or oral presentation, attending a professional meeting, or any other activity promoting professional development. The award cannot be used to purchase supplies or equipment. Recipients are expected to submit a report on their project upon completion to the NEA Newsletter and/or present at the NEA annual meeting.

Application Instructions:

Open to members of NEA in good standing.
Include your name, address, institutional affiliation, email address, telephone number, date, and signature.
Please explain, in 500 words or less, the activity the award would support, the expected benefits of the activity, how the award would be used, and a timeline for completion of the project.
Please attach a copy of your resume and a projected budget.

Applications must be submitted to Jessica Sedgwick (jmsedg@gmail.com), Hale Award Committee Chair, by February 15th.

Richard L. Haas Records Management Award

The Richard L. Haas Records Management Award of up to $1000 is given in support of a project that promotes increased cooperation, understanding, and knowledge between the archival and records management professions. Traditional examples of proposals include attendance at seminars or workshops, preparing articles of interest to both professions, and research projects. The grant is not limited to these suggestions. This explanation is ambiguous in the hope that applicants will be creative with their proposals. Preference, however, will be given to those that integrate records management and archival issues. Recipients are expected to submit a report on their project upon completion to the New England Archivists (NEA) Newsletter and/or present at the NEA annual meeting.

Application Instructions:

The applicant must be a practitioner, educator, or student in the areas of records management or archives in New England (the award is not limited to members of NEA).
The application should include your name, address, institutional affiliation, email address, telephone number, date, and signature.
Please explain, in 500 words or less, how the proposal relates to both the archival and records management professions, the expected benefits of the activity, how the award would be used, and a timeline for completion of the project.
Please attach a copy of your resume and a projected budget

Applications must be submitted to Erica Boudreau (ericacathryn@gmail.com), Haas Award Committee Chair, by February 15th.

Audio/Visual (A/V) Professional Development Award

The A/V Professional Development Award of up $500 is given annually by the New England Archivists (NEA) to promote the professional development of members in the field of Audio/Visual. Individual members of NEA are invited to apply for the award. Applicants may propose participating in an educational program or workshop, preparing a paper for possible publication or oral presentation, attending a professional meeting, or any other activity promoting professional development in areas of A/V. The award cannot be used to purchase supplies or equipment. Recipients are expected to submit a report on their project upon completion to the NEA Newsletter and/or present at the NEA annual meeting.

Application Instructions:

Open to members of NEA in good standing.
The application should include your name, address, institutional affiliation, email address, telephone number, date, and signature.
Please explain, in 500 words or less, the activity the award would support, the expected benefits of the activity, how the award would be used, and a timeline for completion of the project.
Please attach a copy of your resume and a projected budget.

Applications must be submitted to Tessa Cierny (tessabeers@gmail.com), AV Professional Development Award Committee Chair, by February 15th.

Meeting and Travel Assistance Scholarships

New England Archivists (NEA) is committed to the professional development of its members and recognizes the importance of attending the annual spring meeting to engage with colleagues, keeping abreast of new archival theories and technologies, and networking. NEA also recognizes the importance of offering these opportunities to student members. Scholarship funds may be used for meeting registration, meals, and travel expenses. The number of awards and award amounts vary by year.

Application Instructions:

REGULAR MEMBER:

Open to all non-student members of NEA in good standing.
The application should include your name, address, institutional affiliation, email address, telephone number, date, and signature.
Please explain, in 500 words or less, the expected benefits of attending the meeting and why financial assistance is needed.
Please attach a copy of your resume and a projected budget.

STUDENT MEMBER:

Open to all student members of NEA in good standing.
The application should include your name, address, institutional affiliation, email address, telephone number, date, and signature.
Please explain, in 500 words or less, the expected benefits of attending the meeting and why financial assistance is needed.
Please attach a copy of your resume and a projected budget.

Applications must be submitted to Silvia Mejia (silvia.mejia@gmail.com), Meeting and Travel Assistance Scholarships Committee Chair, by February 15th.

NEA Election results are in!

Michelle Romero — Mon, 24 Nov 2014 18:06:37 GMT

Votes have been counted and the election results are in! Please join the 2015 Nominating Committee in congratulating the winners:

Vice-President/President-elect (2015): Jennifer Gunter King

Treasurer (2015-2017): Juliana Kuipers

Representative-at-Large (2015-2018): Jessica Sedgwick

For more information on the winners, please go to: http://www.newenglandarchivists.org/Election-2015. And NEA sends a big thank you to all those who volunteered to run this year.

Introducing the new NEA Inclusion and Diversity Coordinator

Michelle Romero — Wed, 19 Nov 2014 16:57:53 GMT

The NEA Board is pleased to announce the appointment of Anna Clutterbuck-Cook as NEA's first Inclusion and Diversity Coordinator. Her term will run for a three-year period, beginning November 2014 and ending November 2017.

Anna, a member of NEA since 2007, currently serves as the Reference Librarian at the Massachusetts Historical Society. Born and raised in Michigan, Anna earned her B.A. in Women’s Studies and History from Hope College (Holland, Mich.) before moving to Boston in 2007 to pursue her M.A. (History) and M.L.S. (Archives Management) at Simmons College. In 2013, she and her wife, Hanna Clutterbuck-Cook, co-founded the LGBTQ Issues Roundtable (http://neaqrt.wordpress.com/).

Anna is “excited to be serving as Inclusion and Diversity Coordinator for NEA. This new position on the Board is an opportunity to bring my scholarly and political interest in social justice work to bear within my own professional community,” she says. “We come to our work as archivists from a wide variety of backgrounds, have varied careers, face unique personal and professional challenges -- and yet all of us are members of this profession and deserve the institutional and community support of our colleagues within NEA.”

In Anna’s view, one of the responsibilities of an Inclusion and Diversity Coordinator is “to offer hospitality and resources to those who may otherwise feel unwelcome. As much as possible, NEA should remove the burden of making requests for accessibility and inclusion off the shoulders of those who face historical or structural discrimination. Within the organization, I will work to hold leadership accountable to our expressed commitment to diversity and inclusion by raising questions, seeking out resources, and offering immediate and long-term suggestions for change. The process of becoming a welcoming and inclusive organization is continual, and my hope is to establish a durable framework for meeting the needs of NEA’s diverse constituency for years to come.”

NEA's diversity initiative began in 2010 with the adoption of a new member-approved strategic plan. In 2011, the Board formed a Diversity Task Force, co-chaired by Karen Adler Abramson (of the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library) and Michelle Gachette (of Harvard University Archives). In the final report, submitted to the NEA Board in 2013, the Diversity Task Force recommended that NEA establish a sustainable inclusion and diversity program. After the official statement was adopted in early 2014 (http://newenglandarchivists.org/diversity), the search began for an Inclusion and Diversity Coordinator.

Over the next few months Anna will actively seek out individuals and groups within NEA to listen to their ideas and thoughts on inclusion and diversity in our region. She encourages people to contact her through her email (acook@masshist.org), through Twitter (@feministlib), or through her blog, The Feminist Librarian.

NEA is excited to have Anna on board to help lead NEA toward becoming a more inclusive and diverse organization.

Telling the story of NEA's Fall 2014 Meeting

Michelle Romero — Tue, 18 Nov 2014 16:00:04 GMT

INTRODUCING STORIFY

By continuing to build our presence online through social media, NEA is able to provide another venue for archivists to gather and share ideas. During meetings and events we encourage conversations on Twitter and Facebook to bring in a wider audience.
But what happens when the event is over? What is the point of all these online conversations?

For the Fall 2014 Meeting, Elise Dunham, CommComm's social media coordinator, curated a Storify page that tells the narrative of our online social media conversations surrounding the symposium. She created a structure for the story and added annotations -- reconstructing the narrative of the Fall 2014 Meeting.

Our story starts: "Attendees embarked from all over New England the morning of November 1 to convene in Newport, RI, for a rainy day in the City by the Sea..."

We invite you to read the NEA Fall 2014 Storify page.

************

...AND A QUESTION FOR MEMBERS

Since attendance was low for the Fall 2014 Meeting, we would like anyone who did NOT attend the symposium to answer a one-question survey telling us your reason why.

Answers are anonymous and there is room to add comments, if you wish.

Thank you so much for your help.

New England Archivists Communications Committee

Call for nominations: 2015 Archival Advocacy Award

Michelle Romero — Thu, 13 Nov 2014 15:07:33 GMT

The application period for the Archival Advocacy Award is now open. Do you know a person or institution who provides extraordinary support of New England archival programs? Consider nominating them for the Archival Advocacy Award!

Eligibility:

The award may be given to any individual outside of the archival profession, or any institution other than libraries or archives. In selecting those who will receive the award, special weight will be given to support that has had a broad long-term effect and may include, but are not

restricted to the following types of support:

sponsorship of successful political initiatives which have directly aided archives;
financial support of important archival programs;
increasing public awareness and support for archival issues.

Submitting Nominations:

1. Nominations must be submitted to the Awards Committee by December 1, 2014.

2. Nominations may be submitted electronically or on paper.

3. Candidates may be nominated by more than one person.

4. A nomination must include a letter detailing why the nominator feels the

candidate or institution deserves the NEA AAA. Additional materials including, but not

limited to a curriculum vitae (resume), publications, work products, course

outlines and evaluations, may be submitted but are not required.

5. Nominations may be resubmitted if not voted upon favorably by the AAA

Committee.

For more information on the AAA, please go to:

http://newenglandarchivists.org/awards/advocacy

The deadline to apply is December 1, 2014.

Please send nominations and supporting documentation to the Interim Chair:

rpgartner@gmail.com

NEA Archival Advocacy Award Committee

c/o Rosalie Gartner

Emerson College

120 Boylston St.

Boston, MA 02116-4324

Call for nominations: 2015 Distinguished Service Award

Michelle Romero — Thu, 13 Nov 2014 15:06:20 GMT

NEA grants the New England Archivists Distinguished Service Award (DSA) to individuals or institutions who are dedicated to the promotion of NEA objectives and who have made significant contributions to the profession, their institution, NEA and/or the archival community in New England. The award shall reflect the total experience of the awardee(s) and is based upon knowledge, leadership, participation and achievements in the profession.

Eligibility:

In selecting those who will receive the award, special weight will be given to archival activities that have had a broad long-term effect. The candidate's contributions will be measured by their broad distribution across all categories and/or an exceptional contribution in one particular area.

A recipient need not currently be an NEA member but must be or have been active in the New England region for a significant portion of his/her career.
Current voting members of the Executive Board and individuals who have previously received the award are not eligible.
An employee or member of an institution that received an institutional award may be awarded an individual Distinguished Service Award.

Submitting Nominations:

1. Nominations must be submitted by December 1, 2014. Nominations and supporting materials may be submitted electronically or on paper.

3. Candidates may be nominated by more than one person.

4. A nomination must include a letter detailing why the nominator feels the candidate deserves the NEA DSA. Additional materials including, but not limited to a curriculum vitae (resume), publications, work products, course outlines and evaluations, may be submitted but are not required.

For more information on the DSA, please go to: http://newenglandarchivists.org/awards/service

The deadline to apply is December 1, 2014.

Please send nominations and supporting documentation to the Interim Chair:

rpgartner@gmail.com

NEA Distinguished Service Award Committee

c/o Rosalie Gartner

Emerson College

120 Boylston St.

Boston, MA 02116-4324

Deadline extended for DIY Workshop

Michelle Romero — Mon, 10 Nov 2014 14:19:17 GMT

The deadline to register for the half-day workshop, “Being Resourceful: DIY Supports & Enclosures,” with bookbinder and conservator, Erica Saladino has been extended to Wednesday November 12th. Please follow the link provided to find more information and to register for this workshop: http://www.newenglandarchivists.org/event-1754632.

ANNOUNCING THE PUBLICATION OF JCAS’ FIRST ARTICLE

Michelle Romero — Tue, 07 Oct 2014 02:20:16 GMT

The Journal of Contemporary Archival Studies (JCAS) just announced the publication of their first article. The article, entitled, “A Genealogy of the Lesbian Herstory Archives, 1974-2014” by Rachel F. Corbman is available for download on the main JCAS website: http://elischolar.library.yale.edu/jcas/vol1/iss1/1/. Molly Dotson served as editor for this submission and Marlyn Miller was copy editor.

Abstract
This paper traces the collection development of the Lesbian Herstory Archives, a community based repository founded in 1974. I argue that the collection grew organically as a reflection of a dialogue between an evolving cohort of volunteer archivists and a community of donors. Primarily focusing on the first five years, this paper pinpoints key early decisions made by volunteer archivists. Specifically, I examine the Archives’ early collecting priorities and the introduction of the special collections in 1978. These decisions, I argue, laid the foundation for the Lesbian Herstory Archives and continue to shape it today, forty years later.

Recommended Citation
Corbman, Rachel F. (2014) "A Genealogy of the Lesbian Herstory Archives, 1974-2014," Journal of Contemporary Archival Studies: Vol. 1, Article 1. Available at: http://elischolar.library.yale.edu/jcas/vol1/iss1/1

Opportunities to Volunteer with NEA

Michelle Romero — Fri, 26 Sep 2014 12:40:46 GMT

Want to get involved with NEA? Now is your chance! NEA is looking for members to work on a variety of ongoing and upcoming projects.

1. TASK FORCE ON STRATEGIC PLANNING
NEA is writing a new strategic plan for 2015-2020, and we want your input. Volunteer as a member of the Strategic Planning Task Force and help:
     -- write and review NEA's vision and mission statements 
     -- identify values, goals, and strategies using feedback from the Membership Survey

This is your opportunity to help shape the future of NEA. To volunteer for this one-year Task Force (October 2014-September 2015), contact NEA President Jill Snyder at jillannsnyder@gmail.com

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2. NEW POSITION: INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY COORDINATOR
As part of our commitment to making inclusion and diversity part of our core values in achieving our mission, NEA recently adopted a Diversity Statement. Our next step is to choose an Inclusion and Diversity Coordinator to help take us even further in defining a vision for what inclusion and diversity mean for NEA and identifying ways to build an inclusive and diverse organization. For more details about the terms of office and other duties, see the full position description online at http://bit.ly/1n2BjC4.

To apply, please submit a statement that details your
     -- strong commitment to inclusion and diversity;
     -- understanding of collaboration and public outreach; and
     -- relevant experience both in and outside the workplace.

All interested candidates will be reviewed by the NEA Executive Board. Please submit your application to NEA President Jill Snyder at: jillannsnyder@gmail.com

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3. AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS COMMITTEE
The NEA Representatives-at-Large seek two NEA members serve on the Awards and Scholarship Committee to help review applications for the following:
     -- Hale Professional Development Award
     -- Haas Records Management Award
     -- A/V Professional Development Award
     -- NEA member and student meeting scholarships
Applications will be accepted starting in early December, and winners will be chosen by February. For more information on NEA awards and scholarships, see: http://newenglandarchivists.org/awards

To volunteer for this committee, contact NEA Rep-at-Large Erica Boudreau at ericacathryn@gmail.com

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4. ARCHIVAL ADVOCACY AND DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD COMMITTEE
NEA seeks two members to serve on the Archival Advocacy Award and Distinguished Service Award Committee, overseen by Immediate Past President Alyssa Pacy. Committee members will solicit and review nominations. Nominations for both awards will begin in early November and recipients will be chosen by February. For more information on the Archival Advocacy Award, see: http://newenglandarchivists.org/awards/advocacy. For the Distinguished Service Award, see: http://newenglandarchivists.org/awards/service.

If you are interested in serving on this committee, contact Jill Snyder at jillannsnyder@gmail.com

Tours Survey for MARAC/NEA Spring 2015 Meeting

Michelle Romero — Mon, 15 Sep 2014 23:27:04 GMT

INTERESTED IN SEEING BEHIND THE CLOSED DOORS OF SOME OF BOSTON'S MOST FASCINATING ARCHIVES THIS SPRING?

For the upcoming Spring 2015 MARAC/NEA Meeting in Boston, we've been arranging a lot of interesting events and tours for attendees. And the Local Arrangements Committee has gotten an outpouring of archival repositories willing to open their stacks for a tour.

Cast your vote in this quick survey to help us determine which Boston-area repository you'd like most to visit.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/NEAMARACTOURS

Winner of the Free Fall 2014 Registration from the 2014 Membership Survey

Michelle Romero — Mon, 15 Sep 2014 13:24:36 GMT

NEA congratulates Elizabeth McGorty as the winner of a free registration to the 2014 Fall Symposium in Providence RI for taking our 2014 Membership Survey. Thank you Elizabeth for taking the time to fill out the survey and we'll see you in November!

NEA Board Meeting, September 19th

Fri, 12 Sep 2014 14:22:41 GMT

Are you curious about how NEA works? Or are you interested in getting more involved?

The NEA Executive Board is having their quarterly meeting on Friday, September 19th (a week from today). All NEA members are welcome to attend.

Attached is the draft agenda for the meeting. The agenda won't be finalized until a day or two before the meeting, but the attached will give you a sense of what topics we'll be discussing.

Time: 10:00 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.

Location:

Suffolk University

Corcoran Room, Moakley Law Library, Sargent Hall (7th floor)

120 Tremont Street

Boston MA 02108

From the T: The closest stops are Park St, Downtown Crossing, and State St, (Government Center is closed!)

Parking:

The closest public parking option is the Boston Common Garage. Another option is to park at Alewife Station and ride the Red Line in. Suffolk has no general parking available; but if you need accessible parking, please let Jill know ASAP so we can make arrangements.

Finding the conference room....

When you enter Sargent Hall, sign in with the security desk (you may need to show a photo ID). Straight ahead in the lobby you'll find the elevators, take them up to the sixth floor. Enter the Law Library to your left, and either take the stairs or the library elevator up to the 7th Floor. At the top of the stairs, you should see some signs pointing you toward the Corcoran Room.

Please join us on September 19, especially if you have any thoughts or ideas on the attached agenda topics. Hope to see you there!

Jill Snyder, NEA President

See the Agenda for more information.

Queer!NEA: The LGBTQ Issues Roundtable Re-Boot

Fri, 05 Sep 2014 15:14:33 GMT

The New England Archivists (NEA) Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ) Issues Roundtable is pleased to announce a re-boot of its online presence. After deliberation this past summer, in conversation with NEA leadership, the LGBTQ Issues Roundtable has decided to migrate from the previous Google site to a WordPress blog, Queer!NEA (http://neaqrt.wordpress.com/), and an associated Twitter account, @queernea (https://twitter.com/queernea).

The Queer!NEA blog will serve as an online clearinghouse for roundtable activities and communication. The LGBTQ Issues Roundtable invites submissions of informational items, resource reviews, and longform contributions (either serial or one-time posts); for submission guidelines please visit http://neaqrt.wordpress.com/submissions/. We particularly encourage students and others who wish to gain professional writing experience in the context of a blog platform to consider joining the team!

The LGBTQ Issues Roundtable is open to all members of NEA regardless of self-identification, and also welcomes participation by those whose circumstances preclude NEA membership. We exist to facilitate the sharing of news related to the history of queer individuals in the archival professions; to promote the development, access, and visibility of collections related to the history of gender, sex, and sexuality, and the experience of LGBTQ individuals; to explore the relationship between the queer community and community and/or institutional archives; to increase the visibility of, and advocate for, the queer membership and allies within NEA; to provide the opportunity for members to discuss issues of sex, sexuality, and gender identity and expression within the workplace; and provide resources and community support for LGBTQ individuals within the profession.

Those who wish to join the roundtable should email the leadership at queernea@gmail.com. All are welcome to participate at the blog and via Twitter regardless of membership status.

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New England Archivists LGBTQ Issues Roundtable
http://neaqrt.wordpress.com
http://www.twitter.com/queernea
queernea@gmail.com

Call for Case Studies for Society of American Archivist's Code of Ethics

Thu, 21 Aug 2014 21:15:36 GMT

After the Society of American Archivists (SAA) adopted the Core Values Statement and Code of Ethics (Approved by the SAA Council May 2011) and Code of Ethics for Archivists (Approved by the SAA Council February 2005; revised January 2012) it recognized a need to provide examples to promote their understanding and utilization in both educational and real environments. So the SAA Committee on Ethics and Professional Conduct (CEPC) is reaching out to you to submit case studies that address the various issues addressed in the Code of Ethics. Please consider submitting a case study covering one or more of the codes. You will find the submission form at: http://www2.archivists.org/groups/committee-on-ethics-and-professional-conduct/call-for-case-studies-in-archival-ethics Links to two case study examples are available at the bottom of the webpage.

If you have an idea for a case study and would like feedback prior to writing it, feel free to contact CEPC Chair Nancy Freeman at nfreeman1@luc.edu or 773-508-8432.

A Day of Service for the NEA community: a chance to help our colleagues

Thu, 21 Aug 2014 21:03:38 GMT

NEA and REPS (Roundtable for Early Professionals and Students) are excited to announce an opportunity this fall for NEA members to give back to the archival community.

On Saturday, September 13, 2014, volunteers will spend the day at the Brookline Historical Society (MA), Connecticut Historical Society (CT), or Norwich University (VT) assisting staff archivists with activities such as rehousing collections, arranging and describing historical materials, or transcribing correspondence. Details of each institution’s projects can be found on REPS website.

This is a chance to really reach out to our colleagues who need help creating access to collections.

All are welcome to join us, from new students to NEA professionals. To learn more about this event, see the attached press release. To get involved or learn more about the benefits of volunteering at this event, contact Casey Davis at casey_davis@wgbh.org and watch for upcoming announcements.

Read the full press release.

New England Archivists Officially Adopts a Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Wed, 20 Aug 2014 00:28:09 GMT

The New England Archivists (NEA) is pleased to announce our official Inclusion and Diversity Statement, adopted at the June 2014 NEA Board meeting. As the beginning of a concerted effort to increase diversity within our membership and to encourage members' efforts to improve the diversity of their collections and user communities. For more information, please see our press release.

New England Archivists Officially Adopts a Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Save the Date: Fall 2014 Meeting is November 1st

Fri, 08 Aug 2014 15:28:15 GMT

Get Ready For....

New England Archivists
Fall 2014 Meeting
Salve Regina University, Newport, RI
Saturday, November 1st
#NEAsymp14
newenglandarchivists.org/fall_2014

This half-day symposium will focus on innovative implementations of technology and archival theory in a variety of institutions. The goal of this meeting is to provide attendees with practical advice to strategize for and successfully implement similar projects in their own institutions.

New England Archivists

Communications Committee

Join Us to See the Magna Carta on Display at the MFA!

Mon, 28 Jul 2014 18:51:50 GMT

The Magna Carta is in Boston this summer! One of only four original 1215 copies is on display right now at the Museum of Fine Arts in the exhibit, “Magna Carta: Cornerstone of Liberty."

On Saturday, August 23, join your New England Archivists and Special Libraries Association New England colleagues to visit this historic document considered to be the foundation of democracy, modern law, human rights, and influence the constitutions of many nations.

WHERE
MFA Boston
465 Huntington Avenue
Boston, MA

We will meet at the Huntington Avenue entrance to the museum.

NB: If you are paying with a membership or library pass -- purchase your tickets at Huntington Avenue entrance and wait there. If you are joining us for the $20 group rate -- meet at the Group Entrance (located on Museum Road on the left side of the museum on Museum Road) and we will proceed to the Huntington Avenue entrance to meet up with the rest of the group.

WHEN:

Saturday, August 23rd at 2pm

COST
Regular museum entrance is $25.
If enough people register, we will be eligible for the group rate ($20 per person).
Everyone is responsible for their own museum admission fee.

If you are in the Greater Boston area, your library may offer free or discounted museum passes (with a valid library card).

REGISTER

So we can calculate the numbers needed for the group rate, please register online at
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/mfamagnacarta no later than Tuesday August 19th. Make sure you provide us a name and an email.

AFTER THE EXHIBIT

NEA and SLA-New England have both generously donated money towards the purchase of appetizers for a post-museum social (location TBD). All other food and drink will be pay-on-your-own.

QUESTIONS?
If you have any questions, contact Stefanie Maclin-Hurd from SLA-New England at srmaclin@gmail.com

JOIN US!

Join us on Saturday August 23rd for a trip to see the Magna Carta and a post-museum social. Archivists and special librarians all viewing one of the most historically significant documents together? It doesn't get any better than that!

Hope to see you there!

New England Archivists Establishes New Award for Audio/Visual Professional Development

Thu, 24 Jul 2014 20:53:21 GMT

New England Archivists (NEA) announces an exciting new professional development award. An anonymous donor was inspired to fund this new award after experiencing the dedication and enthusiasm of the Spring 2014 Meeting, held in Portsmouth, NH, in March. The Audio/Visual (A/V) Professional Development Award, a disbursement of up to $500, will be given annually for the next three years by NEA to promote increased advancement, education, and participation within this specialized area of the archives field. For more information, please see our press release.

NEA Board Meeting Friday June 27, 2014

Veronica Martzahl — Mon, 23 Jun 2014 13:44:41 GMT

The NEA Board will be meeting on Friday, June 27, 2014 starting at 10:00 am at the JFK Library and Museum in Boston. Board meetings are open to the membership.

Agenda:

10:00-10:05 Welcome and New Business

10:05-10:15 Approval of Board Minutes, Committee Appointments, and Job Description.

10:15-10:20 Diversity Statement: Alyssa Pacy

10:20-10:25 Mentoring Task Force: Jessica Sedgwick

10:25-10:40 Communications/Web Committees: Jessica Tanny

10:40-10:55 Fall 2014 Symposium: Abigail Cramer

10:55-11:10 Roundtables: Erica Boudreau

11:10-11:25 Registration Policy: Emily Tordo and Juliana Kuipers

11:25-11:40 Spring 2015 Meeting: Camille Torres Hoven and Liz Francis

11:40-11:55 Records Schedule: Jill Snyder

11:55-12:55 Lunch Break

12:55-1:10 Education Committee: Jim DaMico

1:10-1:25 Vice President’s Report: Colin Lukens
Awards and Scholarships

1:25-1:55 Strategic Plan: Jill Snyder and Colin Lukens

1:55-2:00 Next Meeting and FY15 Budget

2:00 Adjournment

NEA welcomes new Listserv Coordinator and Membership Secretary

Veronica Martzahl — Tue, 03 Jun 2014 15:37:22 GMT

NEA is pleased to welcome Maryalice Perrin-Mohr as the new listserv coordinator and Elizabeth Slomba as the new membership secretary.

New England Archivists Announces Collaboration with Yale University Library

Veronica Martzahl — Mon, 05 May 2014 20:18:43 GMT

New England Archivists (NEA) is proud to announce our professional collaboration with Yale University Library to establish the Journal of Contemporary Archival Studies, a new scholarly publication in the field of archival science. The Journal will become a premiere resource for both new and seasoned professionals looking to publish cutting-edge research in the field of archives and Information sciences. For more information about this exciting new collaboration, please see our press release.

NEA's Education Committee Seeking New Members

Veronica Martzahl — Mon, 05 May 2014 14:17:40 GMT

NEA’s Education Committee is looking for a 2 new members to serve a three-year term from Summer 2014 to Summer 2017.

It is an exciting time to be a member of the Education Committee - we are growing our program to be able to offer diverse and cutting edge workshops throughout New England. Responsibilities include choosing workshop topics, hiring instructors, managing workshop budgets, advertising, developing specialized skill level workshops and working with allied organizations to develop co-sponsorships.

Some travel is necessary but expenses are reimbursed. It’s a great way to build your resume.

Please contact Jim DaMico, Education Committee Co-Chair with a resume and a letter of interest by May 31, 2014.

Roundtable for Early Professionals and Students (REPS) Survey

Veronica Martzahl — Tue, 15 Apr 2014 16:14:30 GMT

The new leaders of the Roundtable for Early Professionals and Students (REPS) have developed a survey with the goal of gaining a general awareness of our member base, gathering feedback on what's worked, and finding out what members hope to get out of REPS over the next two years. If you have any interest in getting involved with REPS but are not yet a member, we welcome your response to the survey as well (and by all means, please join!).

The survey should only take a few minutes of your time; however, we know that your time is valuable. To acknowledge this, we are offering a token of appreciation by holding a raffle among respondents. Whoever wins the raffle will receive a $20 gift card to Starbucks, because let's face it -- archivists are notorious caffeine addicts.

To take the survey, follow this link: http://bit.ly/QglibG.

The survey will close at 10pm this Saturday, April 19. We will announce the raffle winner on Tuesday, April 22.

NEDCC Receives the NEA Archival Advocacy Award for 2014

Veronica Martzahl — Tue, 01 Apr 2014 01:27:39 GMT

NEDCC News Release:

The Northeast Document Conservation Center has been selected to receive the New England Archivists (NEA) Archival Advocacy Award for 2014. NEA’s award was established in 2002 and recognizes an individual or institution that has demonstrated extraordinary support of New England archival programs and records, financially or through public advocacy.

The New England Archivists cited NEDCC’s reputation as “the premier center for the most difficult conservation challenges, and a trusted source of information on caring for collections, both physical and digital,” and recognized NEDCC’s “more than forty years of leadership in protecting cultural heritage collections.” The award ceremony took place during the NEA Spring Meeting in Portsmouth, NH, on Saturday, March 22.

Gregor Trinkaus-Randall, Massachsuetts Board of Library Commissioners Preservation Specialist and NEDCC Advisory Committee member, commented that NEDCC's activities have bolstered the primary directives of the archives profession. "Without their commitment to preservation and archives," he continued, "many items would have remained in poor or deteriorating condition. Thanks to their work, much of our cultural heritage will survive into the future."

NEDCC Executive Director Bill Veillette comments on the award: “On behalf of the staff and board of NEDCC, we are honored to receive this recognition from NEA, with whom we share not only the same preservation goals, but the same year of founding. We look forward to another 41 years working together to preserve our nation’s irreplaceable historical records."

Deadline extended for Fall 2014 Symposium Proposals until April 4th

Veronica Martzahl — Fri, 14 Mar 2014 17:03:11 GMT

New Deadline: April 4, 2014

The NEA Fall 2014 Program Committee invites you to submit a proposal for the Fall 2014 meeting in Newport, Rhode Island on November 1st.

The NEA Fall 2014 Program Committee invites you to submit a proposal for the Fall 2014 meeting in Newport, Rhode Island. This half-day symposium will focus on innovative implementations of technology and archival theory in a variety of institutions. The goal of this meeting is to provide attendees with practical advice to strategize for and successfully implement similar projects in their own institutions.

The Program Committee seeks proposals for sessions which will describe current and recent projects in detail, including the planning process, intended outcomes, workflows, and results. The sessions should also include strategies for successful application in other institutions.

The Program Committee is particularly interested in the following topics, although all topics will be considered:

Digital preservation
Outreach/marketing
Records management
Crowdsourcing
Online exhibits
Backlog processing
Instruction

Please submit proposals to Abigail Cramer (abigail.cramer@gmail.com) by April 4, 2014. Include your name, contact information, and a description of the project and its relevance to other institutions.

Your Feedback is Needed for NEA's Inclusion and Diversity Statement

Veronica Martzahl — Mon, 03 Mar 2014 16:12:27 GMT

Over the past three years, the NEA Board has been working on an inclusion and diversity initiative for the organization. A Diversity Task Force was appointed in June 2011 and they submitted a final report with recommendations to the Board in June 2013.

As a next step in our efforts, we are working on an inclusion and diversity statement for NEA. This statement is intended to be dynamic, kinetic, and fluid. Membership input is vital to this process, therefore your feedback is important and will help to strengthen and improve this statement.

Three draft inclusion and diversity statements have been crafted. Please share your comments on these statements here:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/NEAinclusion

You can also comment on our forum page here:

http://newenglandarchivists.wildapricot.org/Default.aspx?pageId=1814487

Discussion and feedback with membership will continue at the Spring 2014 meeting and in subsequent surveys.

Thank you for helping NEA take this important step forward!

Alyssa Pacy

NEA President

Fall for Proposals for Fall 2014

Veronica Martzahl — Wed, 26 Feb 2014 18:55:48 GMT

The NEA Fall 2014 Program Committee invites you to submit a proposal for the Fall 2014 meeting in Newport, Rhode Island on November 1st (meeting date left out of yesterdays announcement).

The Program Committee is particularly interested in the following topics, although all topics will be considered:

Digital preservation
Outreach/marketing
Records management
Crowdsourcing
Online exhibits
Backlog processing
Instruction

Please submit proposals to Abigail Cramer by March 21, 2014. Include your name, contact information, and a description of the project and its relevance to other institutions.

Day of Service Volunteer Opportunity at Spring NEA Conference

Veronica Martzahl — Wed, 26 Feb 2014 16:49:31 GMT

Join fellow NEA members on Thursday, March 20th, in a volunteer outreach project to help Portsmouth Public Library preserve and describe one of their unique collections: the Henry Clay Barnabee Collection. Barnabee was a Portsmouth-born actor and singer, and the collection includes scrapbooks, correspondence, images, and assorted ephemera. Volunteers will complete basic description tasks and assist in scanning materials to enable the library to provide greater access to this whimsical collection. Some volunteers may also consult on preservation issues and digitization workflows as well, depending on experience.

This volunteer outreach initiative follows in the tradition of the StoryCorps project, Why Worcester?, held at last year's 40th anniversary meeting. We plan to continue to engage in exciting ways with the community where we hold our meetings.

Volunteer shifts will run from 10:00am-12:00pm, 1:30pm-3:30pm, and 3:30pm-5:00pm, and will take place in the beautiful Special Collections Room at the Portsmouth Public Library.

The deadline to sign up is MARCH 15, 2014. Please email Megan Schwenke or Camille Torres Hoven to volunteer and for additional information.

REPS Event at NEA Spring 2014 Meeting

Veronica Martzahl — Wed, 26 Feb 2014 16:36:38 GMT

Are you a member of NEA's Roundtable for Early Professionals and Students (REPS) or interested in joining? If so, we're pleased to invite you to our first annual roundtable meeting during the NEA Spring 2014 Meeting in Portsmouth, NH.

Day: Friday, March 21, 2014
Time: Noon to 12:45 p.m.
Place: Sheraton Portsmouth Harborside Ballroom (NEA conference site), Portsmouth, NH

Please bring a lunch (restaurants are nearby!) and join us as we recap a fantastic first year of REPS activities, introduce our new officers, and look forward to an exciting Year 2. All NEA members welcome! Questions? Check out the meeting announcement on the REPS website, and get in touch with the REPS co-chairs at reps.nea@gmail.com.

We hope to see you in Portsmouth!

The Journal of Contemporary Archival Studies (JCAS) welcomes applications for peer reviewers

Veronica Martzahl — Wed, 26 Feb 2014 16:23:38 GMT

The Journal of Contemporary Archival Studies (JCAS) welcomes applications for peer reviewers. The JCAS editorial board will maintain a list with the names and expertise of reviewers who will then be matched to articles as needed.

About JCAS

The journal’s mission is to further awareness of issues and developments in the work of professional archivists, curators, and historians, and serve as a locus for graduate students and professionals in library science, archival science, and public history to contribute original works of research and inquiry for peer review and publication. JCAS publishes research articles, case studies, literature reviews (book, web-based, multimedia), work-in-progress articles, and conference reports that emphasize unique intellectual and technological developments in the archival profession. JCAS is an open-access, online academic journal published via the Berkeley Electronic Press Digital Commons platform.

About the Peer Review Process

JCAS follows a double-blind review process so that author and reviewer will remain anonymous to one another. Peer reviewers will focus on the content of the manuscriptundefinedits originality and reasoning, its structure, its tone, and the soundness of its researchundefinedwhile also taking into consideration the quality of the writing. After evaluating an article, peer reviewers will submit a report with publishing recommendations to the editorial board. Reviews must be completed in 21 days.

If you are interested in serving as a JCAS peer reviewer, please submit a short statement (maximum 150 words) describing your qualifications and area(s) of expertise along with a resume or CV to the JCAS editorial board (email.jcas@gmail.com). Applicants will be notified via email when they are added to the list of JCAS peer reviewers. Peer reviewers will be contacted as needed and can decline particular assignments whenever a timely completion of a review is not possible.

New England Archivists

Communications Committee

New England Archivists News

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Additional Support and Accessibility Options Available at the New England Archivists’ 2026 Spring Meeting in Response to ICE’s Increased Enforcement Efforts

NEA 2025 Election Results

NEA Seeks Nominees for Volunteer Leadership Positions

NEA 2026 Spring Meeting: Call for Proposals

Possible session types

Standard presentations

Open forum

Roundtable Discussion

Pechakucha

Lightning Talks

Debate

Special call for student proposals!

Collaboration

Proposal submission

Scholarships and awards

Accessibility and code of conduct

New England Archivists Condemn Trump Administration’s Actions Jeopardizing the Integrity of National Archives, Historic Sites, and History Education

ABOUT NEW ENGLAND ARCHIVISTS

NEA Award Nominations are Open

NEA 2025 Spring Meeting: Call for Proposals

NEA Seeks Nominees for Volunteer Leadership Positions

NEA Spring 2024 Meeting: Call for Graduate Student Presentation Proposals

NEA Spring 2024 Meeting: Call for Proposals

STANDARD PRESENTATIONS

OPEN FORUM

ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION

PECHAKUCHA

LIGHTNING TALKS

DEBATE

OTHER

NEA Responds to A*CENSUS II

NEA Spring 2023 Meeting: Call for Proposals

Announcing the winners of the 2021-22 election

Announcing the completion of the Contingent Employment Study

Dear NEA membership

Get involved: Join NEA’s Inclusion and Diversity Committee

NEA Fall 2021 Meeting: Call for Presentation Proposals

NEA Student Members: Call for Archival Writing Contest Submissions

Join us at the NEA Executive Board Meeting Friday March 19!

Collections Based Online Learning

Sign up for the Spring 2021 Virtual Meeting - March 25-27, 2021

Volunteer for the NEA Education Committee!

Join the Communications Committee

Call for volunteers to serve on awards selection committees

Open NEA Executive Board positions

Announcing NEA Awards

JOIN THE IDC COMMITTEE-Deadline extended to October 26th!!

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NEA Virtual Spring 2021 Meeting call for proposals: deadline extended!

Volunteer for New England Archivists Vendor Coordinator position!

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NEA Virtual Spring 2021 Meeting: Call for Proposals

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Journal of Contemporary Archival Studies Reading Group with Elizabeth Joan Kelly