MARA Blog
MARA Blog
Students in the MARA program and those interested in archives and preservation, electronic records management, information governance, and related fields are highly encouraged to visit this blog often. Managed by MARA Program Coordinator Darra Hofman and written by a current MARA student, this blog will keep you current with the MARA community and what’s happening in the profession.
SAA Roundup
A report on my recent attendance at the Society of American Archivist 2021 Virtual Conference
Published: August 15, 2021 by Melissa Prunty Kemp
An extraordinary virtual meeting
just wrapped up on August 6. This was my first opportunity
to attend, and as an active conference participant, I cannot be
more pleased with the enriching educational content and relevant
vendor presentations. The week was actually exhausting and packed
full of don’t-miss events. A tight schedule was complemented by
on-demand education seminars, mini-theatres, professor and
graduate student posters, and social activities.
An Exciting Opportunity
For Consultants and Entrepreneurs
Published: August 5, 2021 by Melissa Prunty Kemp
Job Announcement July 28, 2021
Published: July 28, 2021 by Melissa Prunty Kemp
Highlighted for you by our MARA Coordinator Darra Hofman:
Ohio University Libraries embraces a culture of
connection, empowerment and sustainability. Within the
university, the Libraries is a catalyst for research, creativity,
student success, and transformation.
Upcoming Society of American Archivist Opportunity
Become a Navigator
Published: July 19, 2021 by Melissa Prunty Kemp
Attention all attendees of the 2021 virtual Annual Meeting of the Society of American Archivists!
We are currently experiencing a shortage of Navigators for the 2021 Virtual Navigator Program!
Do you want to help a colleague get oriented with attending SAA? Please consider signing up to be a Navigator. docs.google.com/forms/d/…
Scholarship Opportunity
Published: July 15, 2021 by Melissa Prunty Kemp
Currently Available Scholarships
Forthcoming
2021 La ARMA Nostra Reimbursement Scholarship
AIEF Publishes New Research Report: Global Requirements for Personnel Records
Published: July 15, 2021 by Melissa Prunty Kemp
PRESS RELEASE
Foundation Publishes New Research Report
Palmyra, NJ (July 1, 2021) – “Global Requirements for Personnel Records: A Survey of Laws and Regulations” by William Saffady, Ph.D, FAI
Job Announcement
Featured Job Opportunities - June 12, 2021
Published: June 12, 2021 by Melissa Prunty Kemp
Looking for a job this summer? Planning for your next iteration? Or, do you just want to keep up with the jobs outlook? Check out these exciting opportunities!
Summer Reading List – June 2021
Published: June 11, 2021 by Melissa Prunty Kemp
Take advantage of your degree down-time this summer - enjoy and broaden your knowledge with a summer reading list of the latest publications and podcasts in archives and records management, information governance. Pull up the lawn chair, refill beverage, and enjoy these reading selections.
Summer Enrollment Begins April 12
MARA 284-10 Ethics for Archivists and IM Professionals
Published: April 11, 2021 by Melissa Prunty Kemp
Are you ready for summer? While you are not required to take courses during the summer session, it’s a great time to expand your skills and explore new topics with electives that customize your MARA degree experience.
Current CRAs and CRMs This course has been approved for 10 continuing education credits.
Dr. Franks to Address ARMA Audiences
Learn more about Blockchain and RIM
Published: April 1, 2021 by Melissa Prunty Kemp
Several students from the MARA program attended Dr.
Frank’s presentation on Blockchain and RIM at the Western
Michigan Chapter of ARMA.
To learn more about blockchain, look for upcoming MARA offerings. Follow Dr. Franks on Facebook. And, learn the newest ways that blockchain is being utilized in our field by participating in ARMA, NAGARA, and SAA events and offerings.
A Celebration of Sherlock Holmes
A New and Engaging VCARA Experience
Published: April 1, 2021 by Melissa Prunty Kemp
Join in the fun at the Virtual Center for Archives and Records Administration in Second Life.
- Date: April 3, 2021
- Time: 9-11 a.m. SLT (Pacific)
- SLURL: http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/SJSU%20SLIS/178/182/32
Questions: Contact Dr. Pat Franks.
Job Announcements – Week of March 17, 2021
Published: March 17, 2021 by Melissa Prunty Kemp
This week’s new job announcements:
Spotlight on MARA Program Coordinator Dr. Pat Franks
Bidding A Fond Farewell - Our Brilliant, Bubbly Pioneer Is Moving On
Published: March 10, 2021 by Melissa Prunty Kemp
Many students have had a course with our
MARA Program Coordinator, Dr. Patricia Franks. Her courses
dynamically instruct students in foundational skills in archives
and records management as well as challenge them to acquire the
latest technologies like Blockchain and VR/VW in VCARA. If you
haven’t had a course yet, you may have been a part of Dr.
Franks’ many webinars and presentations available on the
MARA iSchool website. But as all things must end, her
instruction and knowledge-sharing will go quiet after May 2021:
Dr. Franks is retiring from her position at the MARA
iSchool.
Preparing for Scholarships
The Financial Aid and Scholarships Office Can Help
Published: March 3, 2021 by Melissa Prunty Kemp
Scholarship Workshops
Scholarship workshops will provide an overview of the Spartan Scholarship Application and help answer any questions you may have with the application process.
RSVP for a Scholarship workshop here.
You will receive an email closer to your selected workshop date with the Zoom link.
Scholarship Workshop Dates & Times:
ARMA 2021 Scholarships Applications
Published: March 3, 2021 by Melissa Prunty Kemp
It’s Scholarship Time! Everyone could use a tuition break even if we feel too busy to apply. Keep up with the MARA blog for Scholarship Opportunities.
Job Announcements – Week of February 22, 2021
Published: February 23, 2021 by Melissa Prunty Kemp
This week’s new job announcements:
Job Announcements – Week of February 7, 2021
Published: February 10, 2021 by Melissa Prunty Kemp
This week’s new job announcements:
SAA Events Add Valuable Professional Exposure to MARA Students
Published: February 10, 2021 by Melissa Prunty Kemp
New and existing students have so many demands on their time, from work to family to studying for classes and certifications. We are a busy bunch! But we also have opportunities that the iSchool MARA program provides that can greatly enhance our learning experience.