As a former archivist at Yale, it was (and probably still is) policy to
receive 1 paper copy and one film copy for permanent retention in the
University Archives. An electronic version is a nice complement for easier
access, but not a replacement for either hard copy format.

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On 3/2/06, [log in to unmask] <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
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> A question has come up here about the retention of thesis records. Up to
> this point, hard copies have been maintained and backed up on fiche, but the
> library is considering going to an all electronic format, for both access
> and retention purposes. I am lobbying to continue to film these. I have been
> accused of being a dinosaur, and while this may be the case, I am concerned
> about long term access to these. I would be interested to know how other
> universities are handling this issue. Thanks for any input.
>
> Chris Wydman
> University Records Manager
> Wright State University
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