Digital Collections – Jean and Alexander Heard Libraries – Vanderbilt University
Location Description
The Special Collections and University Archives Library (SCUA) is part of the Jean and Alexander Heard Libraries System. The mission of SCUA is to collect, preserve, and provide access to Vanderbilt University’s impressive collection of rare books, manuscripts, photographs, memorabilia, and institutional archives. SCUA supplies primary resource material to a variety of local, national, and international scholars.
Practicum Work Mode
Flexible / Hybrid
Semesters or Time Period Available
Ongoing, not limited to a specific semester
Location
1101 19th Ave. S.
Nashville, TN 37212
https://www.library.vanderbilt.edu/specialcollect
Contact
Jacqueline Devereaux
Curator of Born Digital Special Collections
jacqueline.devereaux@vanderbilt.edu
615-343-4715
Student Tasks
In this practicum, students will learn the full process of digitizing a primary source collection and making digital records accessible. Aspects of this work include moving files to access and preservation locations, transferring metadata from finding aids to access platforms, and linking ArchivesSpace records to digital collections in JSTOR Community Collections and Aviary.
Type of Mentoring Provided to the Student
Students will check in with the supervisor often by email and will meet at regular intervals for training and progress tracking.
Student Interaction With Others at the Location
The Vanderbilt Special Collections and University Archives is a collaborative unit, and students will have the option to speak with staff members in a variety of positions.