New Blog Post: "Grace and Futurism"

September 30, 2021—A new blog post has been added to Off the Record, the SAA Leaders blog hosted by the SAA President. In "Grace and Futurism," Courtney Chartier shares her President's Message, which appeared in the September/October 2021 issue of Archival OutlookRead the blog post here.

Read the September/October 2021 issue of Archival Outlook

The latest issue of Archival Outlook is now available! In the September/October issue, Bridget Lawlor explores the question of authenticity in renovating the historic house museum of management expert Peter Drucker, and Chloe Raub shares how a new collection featuring tarot decks has introduced people to the Newcomb Archives at Tulane University. Missed SAA’s Annual Meeting?

Serving Together and Serving Each Other: Call for SAA Leader Self-Nominations

Terry Baxter, SAA Vice-President/President-Elect

Greetings, friends! The Society of American Archivists (SAA) accomplishes so much each year, and it’s due in large part to our many motivated, hardworking leaders that make it all happen.

SAA Forum: Work Plan on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA)

September 13, 2021—Join the SAA Council for an open forum to get an orientation to, and deliver feedback on, a preliminary draft of SAA’s work plan to further diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and cultural competency across the organization.

Support for Hurricane Ida Aftermath

September 3, 2021—SAA is concerned for our archival colleagues and all those whose lives have been affected by the recent destruction caused by Hurricane Ida. Our thoughts are with you, and wishes everyone a smooth and swift recovery.

Call for Member Comments: SAA Work Plan on DEIA

September 7, 2021—The SAA Council seeks member comment on a work plan for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA). The goal of this work plan is to incorporate DEIA and cultural competency into all aspects of SAA’s work, taking into account SAA’s Strategic Plan (2020–2022) and informed by existing goals and strategies developed by component groups.

Congratulations to SAA's 2021 Appointees!

September 1, 2021—After receiving an overwhelming response to this year’s call for volunteers, SAA Vice President/President-Elect Courtney Chartier is pleased to announce the following appointments to SAA groups.

Vote Now in SAA Section Elections (Part II)

August 25, 2021—Ballots are now open for the remaining 2021 SAA section elections! Each section is led by a steering committee dedicated to advancing the group’s particular special interest. Now’s your chance to choose your sections’ next leaders!

 

SAA members who are eligible to vote in the remaining section elections can cast their votes online through Wednesday, September 8.