34 min
WGHBU9: Part Six - Discussing Vocabulary, Archive Humour and Cataloguing Backlogs (University Histories Internships) We've Got History Between Us
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In this episode, VOiCE talks to Samantha and Lorraine about outdated terminology and the ways in which an Archivist can grapple with vocabulary and context. As Part Six develops, Lorraine and Lily discuss how slow research utilizing archival sources can be and how this style of engaging with material can be beneficial from an ethical standpoint.
Want to read whilst you listen. Access the transcript here.
Cover Art by Louisa Grieve // Musical Stings by Chris Murdoch
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FAQ:
What is VOiCE?
We are VOlunteers in Collections Engagement – a group of University students and graduates who are currently volunteering with Edinburgh University’s Centre for Research Collections (CRC) and are looking to share some of our discoveries with you! Find us on social media under voiceed. You can sign up to our Newsletter, read our blog and get updates on the podcast.
What is the CRC?
The Centre for Research Collections (CRC) is made up of the University’s Special Collections and Museums, including rare books, manuscripts, archives, art and historical musical instruments. It encompasses everything relating to the University’s unique and significant collections, including management and access.
What does the CRC do?
Fundamentally, the purpose of the service is to preserve, promote and provide access to the University’s collections. Activities that contribute to this mission include assisting with enquiries, conservation, academic and community engagement, acquisitions, digital imaging, collaborative projects, cataloguing and licensing, exhibitions, research, support and training.
What types of collections are held by the CRC?
At an overarching level, the University’s Collections fall into the categories of rare books and manuscripts, archives, art, digital archives and preservation, the musical instrument collection, the Lothian Health Service Archive, and images produced by the Digital Imaging Unit.
Where is the CRC?
As part of the Library and University Collections area of the University’s Information Services branch, the CRC is located on the 6th floor of the University of Edinburgh Main Library.
In this episode, VOiCE talks to Samantha and Lorraine about outdated terminology and the ways in which an Archivist can grapple with vocabulary and context. As Part Six develops, Lorraine and Lily discuss how slow research utilizing archival sources can be and how this style of engaging with material can be beneficial from an ethical standpoint.
Want to read whilst you listen. Access the transcript here.
Cover Art by Louisa Grieve // Musical Stings by Chris Murdoch
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FAQ:
What is VOiCE?
We are VOlunteers in Collections Engagement – a group of University students and graduates who are currently volunteering with Edinburgh University’s Centre for Research Collections (CRC) and are looking to share some of our discoveries with you! Find us on social media under voiceed. You can sign up to our Newsletter, read our blog and get updates on the podcast.
What is the CRC?
The Centre for Research Collections (CRC) is made up of the University’s Special Collections and Museums, including rare books, manuscripts, archives, art and historical musical instruments. It encompasses everything relating to the University’s unique and significant collections, including management and access.
What does the CRC do?
Fundamentally, the purpose of the service is to preserve, promote and provide access to the University’s collections. Activities that contribute to this mission include assisting with enquiries, conservation, academic and community engagement, acquisitions, digital imaging, collaborative projects, cataloguing and licensing, exhibitions, research, support and training.
What types of collections are held by the CRC?
At an overarching level, the University’s Collections fall into the categories of rare books and manuscripts, archives, art, digital archives and preservation, the musical instrument collection, the Lothian Health Service Archive, and images produced by the Digital Imaging Unit.
Where is the CRC?
As part of the Library and University Collections area of the University’s Information Services branch, the CRC is located on the 6th floor of the University of Edinburgh Main Library.
34 min