The linked symposia, hosted consecutively by Baylor University and Texas A&M University, build upon both institutions' substantial collections of 18th- and 19th-century archival materials, and their commitment to creating accessible digital archives and scholarship.

Foregrounding 18th- and 19th-century letters, the symposia focus upon a range of issues—including the curation and maintenance of letters in library archives and digital collections, the theory and practice of editing letters in print and digital formats, the use of letters in scholarly research and publications, and pedagogical approaches to letters in the classroom. The complementary symposia include keynotes, panels and roundtables, and opportunities for workshops/hands-on events.

Participants in the symposia will think together about best practices for incorporating letters in their research, and editing letters in print and digital formats. They will gain hands-on experience transcribing letters, they will acquire knowledge of tools that can facilitate editing and digitizing letters, and they will build networks with other scholars working with letters for future collaborations.

The symposia are free and open to faculty, students and the general public. We do ask that you register for any events that you plan to attend.

For more information or questions, please reach out to the symposia organizers:
Baylor: Dr. Kristen Pond (kristen_pond at baylor.edu)
Texas A&M: Dr. Susan Egenolf (s-egenolf at tamu.edu) and Dr. Maura Ives (m-ives at tamu.edu)

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