DSU Archives Dedicated – Article and Photo Slideshow

Delaware State University took a big historical preservation step with its dedication of the new University Archives in the William C. Jason Library.

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The University Archives has been relocated to a new location in the first floor of the library, where in addition to an archive room, there is also a front archive gallery that features a presidential timeline of DSU history and other Del State artifacts.

For Dr. Rebecca Batson, the soon-to-retire dean of University Libraries, it was gratifying. “It was a goal of mine to have a viable University Archives,” the outgoing dean said.

It was an especially proud moment for Rejoice Scherry, the University archivist.

“Students don't normally come to the Archives unless they have a specific research question,” Ms. Scherry said. “I think that the new gallery will allow those who have more casual interests in the history of DSU to come and learn in a less intimidating environment.” 

She also noted that the gallery brings a legitimacy to the Archives Department.  “The Archives are no longer hidden in a corner of the library, but rather have a place of prominence,” the University archivist said. “I hope that alumni will see that the University is serious about preserving history and ultimately consider contributing their treasures to the collections.”