Engaging Undergraduates in Special Collections Through English Composition

Abstract

In an atmosphere of increasingly homogeneous general collections, it has been said that special collections holdings will be what sets academic libraries apart from one another. Because of this shift, it is becoming increasingly important for librarians to demystify these collections and actively engage undergraduates in their use. Perhaps one of the most effective strategies to accomplish this feat is collaborate with campus faculty to develop assignments that require students to utilize special collections materials.