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Orientation to Community Archiving
October 13 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm | Humanities 2, Room 259
Learn about the importance of preserving and documenting the history and culture of our community through archiving.
We will discuss how the rise of interest in Community Archives has transformed the way collective memories are curated, capturing forgotten and suppressed voices, reshaping our understanding of what archives are and how they function, and challenging long-held assumptions about the role of professionals in mediating and sharing history.
Rebecca Hernandez is currently the inaugural Community Archivist at the UC Santa Cruz University Library, where she collaborates with community members to preserve the rich history and cultural heritage of Santa Cruz County. Her academic background includes a PhD in American Studies, MA in American Indian Studies, and an MFA in Design.
A virtual option is available. Space is limited.
More information available here.
This event is presented by the The Humanities Division Employing Humanities Program and UC Santa Cruz Special Collections & Archives.