Rare Books and Manuscripts Librarianship Specialization

Candidates in this 36 credit hour specialization receive the MLS degree with a certificate indicating the specialization. In consultation with their advisors, students complete the core course requirements (15 credit hours) and at least 9 credits from the following lists of electives or other workshops, research, readings, or special topics courses approved by the director of the specialization:

• S582 - Preservation
• S580 - History of Libraries
• S684 - Descriptive Bibliography
• S584 - Manuscripts
• S583 - Rare Book Librarianship
• S680 - The Book to 1450
• S681 - The Book 1450 to the Present
• S629 - Topics in Information Sources and Services

Students must also complete S605 - Internship in Library and Information Science (3 credit internship working in a position related to rare books or manuscripts).

There are limited openings in this highly competitive specialization. Some classes also have limited enrollment and may require faculty authorization.

All new applications received after December 1, 2005 will be reviewed by Joel Silver, Specialization Advisor for admission to the Rare Books and Manuscripts Librarianship Specialization. (Posted 10/24/05)

Specialization Advisor:
Joel Silver, Librarian and Curator of Books, Lilly Library
(silverj@indiana.edu)

Other resourcess

• IU Lilly Library (Rare Books and Manuscripts)
• ALA Rare Books and Manuscripts Section