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.
Save the Date–VCARA Guest Lecture
Published: February 19, 2016 by Anna Maloney
Wisconsin Open Records Law
Published: February 19, 2016 by Anna Maloney
A few weeks ago, the MARA blog covered the Netflix docuseries Making a Murderer, and the influx of records requests that Manitowoc County, Wisconsin has seen since the series premiered in December 2015. Wisconsin open records laws are now being publicly examined after a state board expanded the definition of “transitory records” to include correspondence (electronic and analog), interim files, and recordings used for training purposes.
SJSU iSchool Offers Advanced Certificates
Published: February 12, 2016 by Anna Maloney
Did you know that in addition to its degree offerings, the SJSU iSchool offers Advanced Certificates in Digital Assets and Services? Just like the MARA degree, all courses are offered 100% online and current students can count courses taken toward certificate requirements.
KMWorld Magazine
Published: February 8, 2016 by Anna Maloney
On January 31st, KMWorld, a leader in the content, document and knowledge management industries, published an article on knowledge management graduate programs.
Assessing Archives and Records Management Policy in Japan
Published: February 4, 2016 by Anna Maloney
In April of this year, Japan celebrates the fifth anniversary of the Public Records and Archives Management Act. Passed in the 2011, the act implemented a uniform management plan for administrative documents; introduced a records schedule; created requirements for reports on the management practice of government ministries; established a system of inspection and recommendation; and funds external professionals and the promotion of historical public records and archives.
SAA Scholarships – February 28th Deadline
Published: January 28, 2016 by Anna Maloney
The Society of American Archivists offers several travel awards, scholarships, and a writing award to students interested in archival studies.
3 Open Positions at New York State Archives
Published: January 21, 2016 by Anna Maloney
If you live in or near Albany, New York, or are willing to relocate, the New York State Archives is looking to fill three positions:
The Records of “Making a Murderer”
Published: January 21, 2016 by Anna Maloney
If you have Netflix or a social media account, you have probably heard something about the sensational true crime docuseries Making a Murderer. The Netflix Original Series follows the case of Steven Avery, a Wisconsin man who spent 18 years in prison for rape and attempted murder, but whose conviction was overturned by DNA evidence in 2003.
The Internet Archive Turns 20
Published: January 28, 2016 by Anna Maloney
In 2016, the Internet Archive celebrates its 20-year anniversary. Created in 1996 to capture and preserve websites and web pages, the Internet Archive’s Wayback Machine is the front-end, user interface for these archived sites. This week, Forbes’ Kalev Leetaru looks into the history of this complex data capture and the organization’s Worldwide Web Crawls. The image below, from February 20, 1997, is the first SJSU homepage capture available through the Wayback Machine.
SAA Mosaic Scholarship
Published: January 13, 2016 by Anna Maloney
Posted on behalf of the Mosaic Scholarship Selection Committee:
Records Management Self-Assessment
Published: December 21, 2015 by Anna Maloney
In November, the National Archives and Records Administration released the 2014 Records Management Self-Assessment.
Archie Motley Memorial Scholarship
Published: December 21, 2015 by Anna Maloney
The Midwest Archives Conference is calling for applications for the Archie Motley Memorial Scholarship for Minority Students.
SAA Donald Peterson Student Travel Award
Published: December 17, 2015 by Anna Maloney
Winter break is a great time to take advantage of scholarship opportunities and complete applications.
In Memoriam – Michelli Gil Jaimez
Published: November 17, 2015 by Anna Maloney
It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of the daughter of Robert Smallwood’s long-time girlfriend.
Follow-up Thoughts from Robert Smallwood
Published: November 12, 2015 by Anna Maloney
Those of you who attended asked about job/internship leads and skills to prepare one for positions in Information Governance and related careers. Robert Smallwood, who spoke on 11/05, wanted me to share the following with those who attended. But I thought all MARA students might be interested:
Save the Date — Second Life Museum Tour
Published: November 12, 2015 by Anna Maloney
Have you wanted to learn more about the benefits of using virtual experiences to engage with heritage seekers?
Archivo Nacional de la Republica de Cuba
Published: November 2, 2015 by Anna Maloney
Earlier this year, the United States restored diplomatic relations with Cuba. To (belatedly) honor this milestone, and in a program-wide effort to engage in an international perspective on archiving, this month’s spotlight is on the Archivo Nacional de le Republica de Cuba (ARNAC).
Safe Harbor agreement between US and EU rejected
Published: October 14, 2015 by Anna Maloney
Earlier this month, the European Court of Justice ruled that the transatlantic Safe Harbor agreement is invalid.
Electronic Records Archivist – State Historical Society of North Dakota
Published: October 14, 2015 by Anna Maloney
Recent MARA grads:
Notable Archives: Coca-Cola
Published: September 24, 2015 by Anna Maloney
This semester the MARA blog will have a new feature: a monthly spotlight on a notable archives or records center. We will begin with the Coca-Cola Archives located in Atlanta, Georgia.