Digitizing Pre-1978 Dissertations at Binghamton University Libraries

In 2023, Binghamton University Libraries initiated a project to digitize its pre-1978 dissertationsand make them available in its institutional repository. This Communication on Practice provides anoverview of the key decisions made before embarking on the project, the workflow, and the challenges e...

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Published inLibrary resources & technical services Vol. 69; no. 2
Main Authors Rushton, Erin E, Holton, Caitlin, McDermott, Jamey
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Chicago American Library Association 01.04.2025
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Digital preservation
Digitization
Dissertations & theses
Students
Workflow
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ISSN0024-2527
2159-9610
DOI10.5860/lrts.69n2.8441

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Summary:In 2023, Binghamton University Libraries initiated a project to digitize its pre-1978 dissertationsand make them available in its institutional repository. This Communication on Practice provides anoverview of the key decisions made before embarking on the project, the workflow, and the challenges encountered. We drew upon the experiences and lessons learned from other institutions to guide our process, and hope this paper will serve as a resource for those considering similar projects at their institutions.
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ISSN:0024-2527
2159-9610
DOI:10.5860/lrts.69n2.8441