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Gail La Croix

Oxford,WI

Summary

Trained Archivist with over 40 years in acquiring, managing and maintaining papers, records and collections. Committed to making information easily accessible and following digital industry rules and regulations. Inquisitive and methodical with proficiency in operating database software and designing PowerPoint presentations.

Work History

Akron AA Archivist

Akron AA Archives, Dr. Bob's Home
  • Collect
  • Organize
  • Categorize
  • Scan
  • File
  • Conserve/Preserve
  • Secure
  • Create displays
  • Create finding aide
  • Consult
  • Digitize documents
  • Migration of audio
  • Knowledge and application of Copyright law

Education

Master of Science - Education/Supervision

University of Akron
Akron, OHIO
01.1972

Skills

  • Digital/Hardcopy Preservation and Conservation methods
  • Knowledge of AA history and the Smith History
  • Finding Aids
  • Electronic Records Management
  • Application of meta-data to files
  • Knowledge of Archival Policy and Standards
  • Application of Code of Ethics for Archivists
  • Networking with GSO Archives, Akron AA Archives and area archives in US and Canada

Accomplishments

Established and served the Akron AA Archives started in 1994..

Founded and served on the board of the National AA Archives Workshop (NAAAW) 1996-20222. (26 years)

Worked for the Akron Public Library from 1964-1970.

Served the Akron Public Schools as a teacher for 42 years.

Additional Information

Sobriety date 5/13/78

Trained under Nell Wing (AA's 1st Archivist) in 1985

Substituted as the director of Stepping Stones for 10 days while the director went on vacation.

Knew the Smith children (Sue & Smitty) and their spouses and family.

Negotiated the purchase of Dr. Bob's Home in 1984.

Established and served at the Akron AA office from 1994-2011

Initiated the first National AA Archives in 1996 and hosted it for the first 3 years

On the board of directors for the (NAAAW) (National AA Archives Workshop from 1998-2021

Served on the board of Dr. Bob's Home for 15 years ?

Emeritus status was given in 2020 for Dr. Bob's board.





Timeline

Akron AA Archivist

Akron AA Archives, Dr. Bob's Home

Master of Science - Education/Supervision

University of Akron

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