North Carolina State University Libraries, Research and Information Services Division Records 1957-1997, 2011

Summary
Contents
Names/subjects
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Creator
North Carolina State University. Libraries
Size
2.75 linear feet (5 archival boxes, 1 flat folder); 43.4 megabytes (34 digital files)
Call number
UA 012.032
Access to materials

Collection is open for research; access requires at least 48 hours advance notice. Because of the nature of certain archival formats, including digital and audio-visual materials, access will require additional advanced notice. Unless noted, digital media are not available online. Copies of unrestricted digital files will be provided for use in the SCRC Reading Room upon request. Access will be provided to use copies of unrestricted digital files rather than carrier media, such as CDs, DVDs, and floppy disks. Some or all electronic files may be unavailable or restricted due to privacy reasons, agreement with the donor, software is not available to interact with files, or because files cannot be retrieved from original media.

The records of the North Carolina State University Libraries, Research and Information Services Department include correspondence, files, slides, minutes, and audio recordings relating to government documents and library activities; and materials relating to the move of the Documents Department in 1997.

The Documents Division was merged with the Reference Department to form the Research and Information Services Department. The Research and Information Services Department provided guidance and expertise for users in their research endeavors by connecting them with library resources. This department later became part of the Research Engagement Department.

Biographical/historical note

The Documents Division was merged with the Reference Department to form the Research and Information Services Department. The Research and Information Services Department provided guidance and expertise for users in their research endeavors by connecting them with library resources. This department later became part of the Research Engagement Department.

Scope/content

The records of the North Carolina State University Libraries Research and Information Services Department include correspondence, files, slides, minutes, and audio recordings relating to government documents and library activities; and materials relating to the move of the Documents Department in 1997.

Arrangement

This collection has not yet undergone full archival processing; materials are arranged in the order received. Born-digital materials are integrated into collection based on content. The original order of the files has been retained.

Use of these materials

The NC State University Libraries generally claims only physical ownership of most Special Collections materials. These materials are made available for use in research, teaching, and private study, pursuant to U.S. Copyright law. Libraries staff are unable to advise on copyright and other legal matters; the user assumes full responsibility for any use of the materials, including but not limited to, infringement of copyright and publication rights of reproduced materials. Helpful resources for assessing copyright include Cornell Libraries' "Copyright Services: Copyright Term and the Public Domain" and copyright.gov. This collection may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information about identifiable living individuals, which may be protected under federal or state laws and regulations. Researchers are advised that there may be legal ramifications for disclosing this information.

The University Archives operates in accordance with the State Public Records Act, with unrestricted access to records not covered by state and federal statutes and regulations.

Preferred Citation

[Identification of item], North Carolina State University Libraries, Research and Information Services Division Records, UA 012.032, Special Collections Research Center, North Carolina State University Libraries, Raleigh, NC

Source of acquisition

Transferred from the North Carolina State University Libraries, Research and Information Services Department.

Processing information

Processed by (unprocessed)

Encoded by Cate Putirskis, 2009 February

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General Files 1975-1984
Box 1
General Files, A-T 1957-1995
Box 2
Technical Information Center, A-P 1966-1989
Box 3
Technical Information Center, R-Z 1966-1989
Box 4
Documents Department move: maps, counts, miscellaneous notes 1997 (Accession no. 2009-0018)
Box 5, Folder 1
Documents Department move: layout charts 1997 (Accession no. 2009-0018)
Box 5, Folder 2
Documents Department move: layout charts (2 of 2) 1997
Flat folder 1
Documents Department move: notes 1997
Box 5, Folder 3
Index to ISO Standards in the North Carolina State University Libraries Sep. 1991
Box 5, Folder 4
Technical Information Center 1978
Box 5, Folder 5
Technical Information Center 1979
Box 5, Folder 6
Technical Information Center 1980
Box 5, Folder 7
Humanities and Social Sciences User Research [RESTRICTED] [digital files] 2011 (Accession 2017.0117)
Size: 25 files; 8.3 megabytes

Includes transcripts of user interviews with faculty and students that were conducted for planning spaces and services for the James B. Hunt Jr. Library and the D.H. Hill Library.

These files are restricted due to privacy considerations. Please contact the Special Collections Research Center for more information.

Science, Engineering and Textiles User Research [RESTRICTED] 2017 (2017.0124)
Size: 35 megabytes; 9 files

Digital copy exists. Access is restricted.

Files retrieved from Libraries wiki site.

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Access to the collection

Collection is open for research; access requires at least 48 hours advance notice. Because of the nature of certain archival formats, including digital and audio-visual materials, access will require additional advanced notice. Unless noted, digital media are not available online. Copies of unrestricted digital files will be provided for use in the SCRC Reading Room upon request. Access will be provided to use copies of unrestricted digital files rather than carrier media, such as CDs, DVDs, and floppy disks. Some or all electronic files may be unavailable or restricted due to privacy reasons, agreement with the donor, software is not available to interact with files, or because files cannot be retrieved from original media.

For more information contact us via mail, phone, or our web form.

Mailing address:
Special Collections Research Center
Box 7111
Raleigh, NC, 27695-7111

Phone: (919) 515-2273

Preferred Citation

[Identification of item], North Carolina State University Libraries, Research and Information Services Division Records, UA 012.032, Special Collections Research Center, North Carolina State University Libraries, Raleigh, NC

Use of these materials

The NC State University Libraries generally claims only physical ownership of most Special Collections materials. These materials are made available for use in research, teaching, and private study, pursuant to U.S. Copyright law. Libraries staff are unable to advise on copyright and other legal matters; the user assumes full responsibility for any use of the materials, including but not limited to, infringement of copyright and publication rights of reproduced materials. Helpful resources for assessing copyright include Cornell Libraries' "Copyright Services: Copyright Term and the Public Domain" and copyright.gov. This collection may contain materials with sensitive or confidential information about identifiable living individuals, which may be protected under federal or state laws and regulations. Researchers are advised that there may be legal ramifications for disclosing this information.

The University Archives operates in accordance with the State Public Records Act, with unrestricted access to records not covered by state and federal statutes and regulations.