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Grand Valley State University (GVSU) Libraries are seeking candidates for a Collections Management Librarian, a tenure-track faculty position

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  Grand Valley State University (GVSU) Libraries are seeking candidates for a Collections Management Librarian, a tenure-track faculty position. The position is for an inclusive, user-focused, and collegial librarian. The Collection Management Librarian will report to the Head of Collections and Digital Scholarship and be located on the main campus in Allendale.  The Collection Management Librarian, in collaboration with the Head of Collections and Digital Scholarship, will be responsible for making informed purchase and renewal decisions on databases and journals, conducting analyses of subscription resources, and maintaining strong relationships with our resource vendors. This role is crucial in managing both our physical and virtual collections to effectively curate materials that support our institution’s curriculum. They demonstrate a commitment to student success, an understanding of the liberal education mission, and work collaboratively and independently within a dynamic team
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Clarke Historical Library seeks Microfilm & Digital Services Manager

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 See the posting and apply for it at this link https://www.jobs.cmich.edu/postings/41393 I am not on the search committee.
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The Bentley seeks a Reference Archivist

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 The Bentley Historical Library seeks a user-oriented, creative, and collaborative Archivist for Reference. This full-time, faculty status position will be part of our Reference Team, which manages access to the library's collections through in-person research, remote reference requests, and patron requests for duplication. For the full job announcement, including closing date, salary, and application instructions, go to: https://careers.umich.edu/job_detail/254174/archivist-reference
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Meet a 1946/1947 CMU pupster!

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For being almost 70 years old, this pupster is still in pretty good shape. This soft, plush, adorable stuffed dog toy was purchased by a CMU student from the CMU bookstore during the 1946-1947 academic year.  There are no tags or branding. There was little branding back then. Except for the face and neck, which were repaired by hand stitching, the pup is in very good condition. With pupils that move, the pup measures 6x7x2.5 inches, creating a nice handful of cuteness. Unfortunately, due to a lack of funding, the student did not graduate from CMU. However, she experienced a good life and treasured the pup as a CMU memento. After she died, her daughter donated her pup to us. We plan to feature the pup in future CMU-themed exhibits.
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Clarke Historical Library job announcement

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 We have a new staff technical position in the Clarke Historical Library, the Archives & Reference Specialist. The person will work approximately 1/3 of their time with me processing and approximately 2/3 of their time with Bryan assisting with reference and outreach services. Applicants must apply on the CMU Jobs page by August 19, 2024. See https://www.jobs.cmich.edu/postings/41105. 
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Meet my summer archives processing student Brandon Horn

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  Hello! I'm Brandon Horn, a senior at  Central Michigan University (CMU) studying Social Science with one more semester to go in my undergrad. During my two-month tenure over the summer, I processed CMU Athletics files, meticulously cataloging and preserving important historical documents and records. This involved examining a variety of materials, from game statistics, photographs, and event programs to media questionnaires, assisting Marian Matyn in ensuring they were accurately documented and stored from where they were previously in the Athletics Department's basement. Additionally, I played a crucial role in organizing and creating digital finding aids for these collections to help future researchers easily locate each item.   I was drawn to archival work because it allows me to connect with the past in a tangible way that tells an important part of CMU's storied past. Each document, photograph, and artifact captures a moment frozen in time, reflecting the experiences
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Jim Podoley

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  This has been an interesting summer thus far. I was able to hire two temporary students, Ashley Howard and Brandon Horn. As they were processing CMU Athletics student athlete files there was a folder titled Authorizations. We thought that was weird. We do not have any other Authorization folders in the collection which is 85 cubic feet processed boxes and counting. In the same box was the Jim Podoley folder, which we have been looking for in the collection for years. It was empty. We were quite sad. As Ashley was going through files she realized Podoley's materials were in the Authorizations folder. Finding his material is a very important because the man was a big deal.  Jim Podoley was 1950s CMU football and track and field star. His football jersey number #62 is the only football jersey number CMU has ever retired. He was CMU's MVP for four consecutive seasons and held five different records at CMU. He was considered a one man track and field team. Podoley was also a five-
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