Abstract:
There are many reasons why a special collections professional might embark on the promising though perilous journey of publishing one’s work: for tenure or promotion, to extend outreach efforts, or to share ideas and research findings among a community of peers, to name a few. But writing and publishing, whether it takes a traditional route or makes use of online media, can present a big challenge. So how does one manage it? In this seminar, the four speakers will draw on their own experiences writing for different audiences, in different formats, and with different ambitions. They will share ideas and suggestions for getting started and staying focused (and sane) while tackling a variety of writing projects with professional development goals in mind.
Description:
Sponsored by Simon Beattie; Speakers: Anne Bahde, History of Science Librarian, Special Collections and Archives Research Center, Oregon State University; Jeremy Dibbell, Director of Communications and Outreach, Rare Book School; Jessica Pigza, Assistant Curator, Rare Book Division, New York Public Library; Colleen Theisen, Outreach and Instruction Librarian for Special Collections & University Archives, University of Iowa; Moderator: John Overholt, Curator of the Donald and Mary Hyde Collection of Dr. Samuel Johnson and of Early Modern Books and Manuscripts, Houghton Library, Harvard University
