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Alexandra Mitchell

Alexandra Mitchell

Archives Project Officer

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  • About me

    Archivist at The University of Salford

  • Education

    • The University of Manchester

      2007 - 2012
      Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) History

    • University of Dundee

      2012 - 2014
      PGDip Archives and Records Management

    • The University of Dundee

      2013 - 2015
      Diploma Archives and Records Management

  • Experience

    • University of Salford

      Mar 2012 - Jul 2013
      Archives Project Officer

      Researcher and curator of the Worsley New Hall Collection, highlighting the historic significance of RHS Bridgewater. Catalogued the Roy Newsome Brass Band Archive, and improved access to and engagement with this unique collection about the brass band movement and music.

    • Peel L&P

      Aug 2013 - May 2019
      Peel Group Archivist

      Developed and managed the archive and heritage collections, working in partnership across the business and with external organizations. Implemented organizational and preservation strategies, and created detailed inventories. Provided research support for various business needs and public engagement activities.

    • The University of Salford

      May 2019 - now
      Archivist

      Manage the University's Archives and Special Collections on behalf of Library, Careers and Enterprise. Develop partnerships with local cultural organizations, to expand the reach of our resources and improve access especially through Salford Digital Archives for students, staff and the public. I am enthusiastic about finding new and creative ways to engage students with archive material

  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Member Board of Trustees

      Issued by The Co-operative Heritage Trust on Sept 2023
      The Co-operative Heritage TrustAssociated with Alexandra Mitchell

    • Co-Chair of the Special Collections and Archives Special Interest Group

      Issued by Academic Libraries North on Jan 2024
      Academic Libraries NorthAssociated with Alexandra Mitchell

    • Folk Art Assistant

      Issued by Association of Ukrainian Women in Great Britain on Jan 2018
      Association of Ukrainian Women in Great BritainAssociated with Alexandra Mitchell

    • Chair of the Section for Business Records

      Issued by Archives and Record Association on Jun 2018
      Archives and Record AssociationAssociated with Alexandra Mitchell