(Originally posted elsewhere on July 22nd.)I think today was my favorite day of 511 so far.
We started off the day by talking about systems – an area of the library that is very interesting to me. Hearing Natasha explain systems, then having some librarians active in systems come in to talk to us was a great combination, and really introduced me to some new ideas and concepts that I can take back to my home library. I learned some about digital preservation, a field that interests me as well. It was a great morning.
But the afternoon was even better! We met Dr. Lavender, and he showed us some of the highlights from the special and rare collections here at SU. This is an area that very, very much fascinates me. He showed us some of the most wonderful works – including the most fantastic illuminated manuscript I have ever seen. It was really a great presentation, and I look forward to taking his class next summer. Wonderful! We also looked at different areas of preservation in the library. This was a great look into the two different ideas about conservation – for rare books, or for items that circulate regularly. I enjoyed both of those presentations – but like I said, Dr. Lavender’s part was my favorite.
Overall, a great day!
- Jason Dean
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