Introduction to the archives profession, covering theory and practice of archives and records administration including appraisal, access, and preservation.
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A field project analyzing library and information agency experiences through seminars, conferences, and consultations with specialists.
Offering recorded · Fall 2026
Historical reviews of Allison Kaplan: Reviewer:1 characterizes the workload as busywork under Allison Kaplan, noting delayed feedback and contradictory syllabus materials.
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Spring 2022–Spring 2026LIS 601 introduces information studies, covering the language, literature, and professional contexts of information agencies and dissemination.
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Students report a heavy reading load, but assignments are reasonable and practical with clear career relevance.
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