I have been keenly following this thread and find it enlightening -- thanks for the discussion.

I have to echo the comments of my fellow students. I too believe this discussion is important and must carry on. The theoretical "big picture" must certainly have a place at the RM table if the profession is going to continue to grow and improve, and face the ongoing challenges of the digital environment.

I agree a peer-reviewed journal is a step in the right direction in facilitating a better dialogue between theory and practice, which is necessary. 

Elizabeth Shaffer, MAS
Doctoral Student
School of Library, Archival and Information Studies
University of British Columbia





Date: Sat, 5 Dec 2009 00:22:08 -0800
From: Corinne Rogers <[log in to unmask]>
Subject: Re: Professional RM journals

I have followed this thread with interest - I am a PhD student and an
unabashed theory junkie. Personally, I can't imagine doing the work of a
practitioner without the inspiration of the big picture, the common threads
and the new ideas that theory and theoretical discussions provide. I think a
peer-reviewed journal dedicated to RM and welcoming articles presenting both
the practical and the theoretical perspectives and issues would be wonderful
and I would love to be involved.

Thanks for the discussion and ideas,
Corinne

Corinne Rogers, MAS, CFRE
PhD student
School of Library, Archival and Information Studies
University of British Columbia


On Fri, Dec 4, 2009 at 11:54 PM, Jenny Borland <[log in to unmask]>wrote:

>
> Well said Dwight. But I hope this discussion does not die on the listserv.
> My next question is intended for those on the list who agree with Dwight.
> As
> a student and future professional how can I help bring a peer reviewed
> journal to RM? What actions can I take to ensure this discussion is
> continued and brought to ARMA or the AIEF for serious debate.
>
> Any suggestions? I do not want the discussion to fade away when there is so
> much to do.
>
> Jenny
>
> Jennifer Borland
> MAS/MLIS Candidate
> School of Library, Archival and Information Studies
> University of British Columbia, Canada
>

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