The Drake University Archives and Special Collections is dedicated to enriching the Drake learning experience by supporting instructional endeavors. We encourage instructors and students to explore our archival collections, which provide invaluable primary sources for course development and research.

Services

An Introduction to Archival Research

A class that gives students a general introduction to the University Archives and Special Collections, and assists them with using primary sources in their personal and academic research. The class includes discussing what to expect when visiting the University Archives and Special Collections; the responsibilities of archivists; and provides instruction in searching archival finding aids.

Course Development Assistance

Assists instructors in using primary documents from the University Archives and Special Collections to develop their courses.

An Introduction to the Drake University Archives and Special Collections

A tour of the University Archives and Special Collections.

Please contact us to request/schedule any of the above services.

Plan A Visit

The University Archives and Special Collections is available to all researchers by appointment. For information about our hours and what to expect during your visit, please refer to our Visit page, and review our Reading Room Policy for guidelines on handling materials in our collections.