91ÁÔÆæ Dean of Libraries earns 2017 Award for Excellence
Article By: Staff
More than four years ago, Dr. Deborah Prosser made it her mission to build the University of North Georgia's (91ÁÔÆæ) libraries' archives for three reasons: to preserve the history of the former institutions before consolidation; build the research collections in anticipation of 91ÁÔÆæ's growth; and collect and preserve documents related to the history and culture of the communities 91ÁÔÆæ serves.
As Prosser strives to complete her mission, the (GHRAC) has recognized her work with the . She received the award based on her commitment to advocacy on behalf of archives and records management through sustained efforts over a period of years.
Prosser will receive the recognition during GHRAC's annual awards program in October at the Georgia State Archives in Morrow, Georgia.
"To be recognized is a true honor, because I know many people are working really hard to preserve the history of our state," Prosser said.
However, the 91ÁÔÆæ dean of libraries pointed out she did not do it alone.
"It is my vision, but I hired Allison Galloup, our special collections and digital initiatives librarian, to manage and work with me to grow the collections and make them accessible," she said.
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