About this Session
Rich, scholarly collections are hidden in our libraries. At Delaware State University an environment was created where collections of theses and dissertations were collecting dust on a shelf. Through creative and innovative planning techniques, collaboration, and cross-training the backlog was successfully tackled, the hidden scholarly gems accessible, and a new pilot student assistant program emerged from its depths. We will identify hidden collections to improve access of inaccessible materials. We will focus on developing a practical plan to produce documents of value during this session. Through a collective to assist in connecting library professionals to their local scholarly collection.