News & EVENTS

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.)

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.

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.

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.

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)

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,

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)

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*

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.

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.

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!