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The Upper Midwest Digital Collections Conference (#umdcc25) and the Minnesota Digital Library Annual Meeting (#mndiglib25) will be held jointly on May 6–7, 2025. It will be an in-person event held in Saint Paul, Minnesota at the Union Depot. There is also a streaming option for those unable to join in person. 
Tuesday May 6, 2025 1:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
This workshop will explore the critical role cultural heritage staff play in balancing access and long-term preservation to digital content. Practical guidance on appraisal/selecting for preservation, assessment, and advocacy will equip attendees with actionable steps to begin or enhance their preservation efforts. Participants will also gain insights into the current landscape of the field by learning about collaborative models for digital preservation and emerging regional initiatives. Discussion time throughout the session will provide opportunities for participants to explore their current environment and plan for the future.
Speakers
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Carol Kussmann

Digital Preservation Analyst, University of Minnesota Libraries
Carol Kussmann is the Digital Preservation Analyst at the University of Minnesota Libraries. In this role, she works across many departments within the Libraries, as well as outside the Libraries including through the statewide Minnesota Digital Library Program. She addresses current... Read More →
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Justin Clark

Digital Initiatives Director, Indiana State Library
Justin Clark is a public historian and serves as the Digital Initiatives Director for the Indiana Historical Bureau, a division of the Indiana State Library. He holds a B.S. in History/Political Science from Indiana University Kokomo and a M.A. in Public History from Indiana University... Read More →
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Chelsea Denault

Michigan Digital Preservation Network Coordinator, Michigan Digital Preservation Network
Tuesday May 6, 2025 1:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
Red Cap Room

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