Digitizing Pre-1978 Dissertations at Binghamton University Libraries

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

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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 American Library Association 01.04.2025
Subjects
Academic libraries
Digitization
Dissertations, Academic
Methods
Protection and preservation
Technology application
University and college libraries
United States
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ISSN0024-2527
DOI10.5860/lrts.69n1

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Summary:In 2023, Binghamton University Libraries initiated a project to digitize its pre-1978 dissertations and make them available in its institutional repository. This Communication on Practice provides an overview 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 we hope this paper will serve as a resource for those considering similar projects at their institutions.
ISSN:0024-2527
DOI:10.5860/lrts.69n1