Data Architecture Committee Objectives, 2003-2004

1. Complete the core metadata standards for RU
   • Establish core administrative metadata standards
   • Participate in the Digital Architecture and Infrastructure Work Group
2. Articulate the MARC-based and non-MARC metadata vision and requirements for the Digital Library Initiative strategic plan
3. Together with the Cataloging Department, actively support the metadata needs of digital projects in the Libraries and other departments of the University
   • Implement ongoing orientation and training to build a cadre of librarians and staff well versed in non-MARC metadata standards and applications
   • Identify staff to provide metadata consultation services to digital projects in the Libraries and other departments of the University
   • Write a metadata "best practices" manual for image database (Luna) contributors
   • Institute metadata training services to digital projects in the Libraries and other departments of the University
   • Complete the training of current digital project partners (Art History Department, Classics Department, Institute of Jazz Studies)

Adopted by Data Arch Committee 2003-0-825