University Archives and Special Collections

Policy number: 
04.017
Policy description: 

The University Archives serves as the repository for university records of continuing historical value as designated in the UNT System Consolidated Core Records Retention Schedule or as dtermined by the University Archivist. THe University Archives also contain other items besides documents that are related to UNT and that have a continuing historical value. In addition to UNT records and materials, the University collects records and materials from non-UNT entities as well for the purpose of historical research and preservation. Special Collections serves as the repository for items unrelated to UNT that have historical value and that UNT has accepted for continued preservation. 

Policy owner: VP for Academic Affairs
Policy contact: 
Morgan Gieringer
Head, Archives and Rare Books
UNT Libraries
Applies to: 
Faculty, Staff, Students, All University
Date Issued: 
Thursday, June 1, 1995

Last updated: 

Date: 
07/02/2018
Action: 
Revision
Comments: 
The previously published policy was merely a "statement" to establish the University Archives. The policy was revised to establish a policy for the collection, retention, and deletion of University Archives in accordance with Texas Records Management requirements.
Date: 
05/01/2011
Action: 
Format Only
Date: 
04/01/2002
Action: 
Revision
Date: 
08/01/1998
Action: 
Revision
Date: 
08/01/1994
Action: 
Revision