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Research Initiatives

The University Archives & Historical Collections (UAHC) initiates and participates in research projects that further knowledge in the the archives and records management professions.

Digital Curation Planning Project

In collaboration with MSU Libraries and MATRIX digital humanities research center, UAHC has engaged in the exploration and evaluation of digital content and curation practices at Michigan State to develop campus-wide digital curation guidelines.

Learn more about the Digital Curation Planning Project

Spartan Archive Project

UAHC is undertaking an electronic records archive development project funded by the National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC).

Learn more about the Spartan Archive Project