University of Pittsburgh ▪ Pittsburgh, PA, U.S.A. ▪ ETD 2009 Symposium

University of Pittsburgh Co-sponsored by West Virginia University 12 th International Symposium on Electronic Theses and Dissertations ETD 2009 June 10–13, 2009

University of Pittsburgh ▪ Pittsburgh, PA, U.S.A. ▪ ETD 2009 Symposium

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University of Pittsburgh ▪ Pittsburgh, PA, U.S.A. ▪ ETD 2009 Symposium Pittsburgh One of America’s Oldest Cities

University of Pittsburgh ▪ Pittsburgh, PA, U.S.A. ▪ ETD 2009 Symposium … complementing natural beauty with tasteful historic and cultural amenities Gateway to the West A city that never sleeps Pittsburgh One of America’s Oldest Cities

University of Pittsburgh ▪ Pittsburgh, PA, U.S.A. ▪ ETD 2009 Symposium Founded in 1787, the University of Pittsburgh has evolved into an internationally recognized center of learning and research. University of Pittsburgh

University of Pittsburgh ▪ Pittsburgh, PA, U.S.A. ▪ ETD 2009 Symposium Located in the heart of Pittsburgh Architecturally sophisticated 132 acre campus University of Pittsburgh Campus

University of Pittsburgh ▪ Pittsburgh, PA, U.S.A. ▪ ETD 2009 Symposium  34,000 students  12,000 staff / 3,800 faculty  15 undergraduate, graduate, and professional schools  500 postgraduate programs  450 undergraduate programs Over… University of Pittsburgh Community

University of Pittsburgh ▪ Pittsburgh, PA, U.S.A. ▪ ETD 2009 Symposium … renowned for its commitment to new and creative approaches to research and education … ranks among the top American universities receiving research funding … ranks 37th in top 100 universities in the world … regarded as one of America’s leading international universities University of Pittsburgh Research

University of Pittsburgh ▪ Pittsburgh, PA, U.S.A. ▪ ETD 2009 Symposium  Elected member of American Association of Universities  Member of Association of Research Libraries  Strong teaching and research alliances with over 200 universities worldwide Associations

University of Pittsburgh ▪ Pittsburgh, PA, U.S.A. ▪ ETD 2009 Symposium “As an internationally renowned public research university, the University of Pittsburgh plays a major role on many fronts… In pursuing its academic mission, Pitt is preparing the workers and leaders of the 21 st century economy.” Professor Mark A. Nordenberg Chancellor, Pitt -Building our Future Together 2006 Economic Impact Report Commitment to Outreach and Collaboration

University of Pittsburgh ▪ Pittsburgh, PA, U.S.A. ▪ ETD 2009 Symposium “Improving Research Through Electronic Publishing… Extending Diversity within Academic Libraries” On Scholarly Publishing Initiatives at Pitt ULS:  Archive of European Integration  PhilSci Archive of preprints  Electronic Theses and Dissertations BEYOND SURVIVIAL: Managing Academic Libraries in Transition (2006) Rush Miller, University Librarian and Director of the University Library System (ULS), University of Pittsburgh Co-Chair, ETD 2009 Symposium Commitment to Scholarly Communication

University of Pittsburgh ▪ Pittsburgh, PA, U.S.A. ▪ ETD 2009 Symposium Background of the University of Pittsburgh  Leader in Library and Information Sciences  Leader in electronic scholarly publishing  Member of NDLTD since 2002

University of Pittsburgh ▪ Pittsburgh, PA, U.S.A. ▪ ETD 2009 Symposium ETD at the University of Pittsburgh  ETD's mandatory since 2004  Over 2,000 Pitt theses in ETD database  PDF and multimedia accepted

University of Pittsburgh ▪ Pittsburgh, PA, U.S.A. ▪ ETD 2009 Symposium West Virginia University ETD Co-Sponsors

University of Pittsburgh ▪ Pittsburgh, PA, U.S.A. ▪ ETD 2009 Symposium  Since 1867, West Virginia University (WVU) has embraced a mission of providing excellence in teaching, research, and service.  The University includes 15 schools and colleges and currently offers 178 majors at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree levels with over 28,000 students on its main campus (36,000 statewide). West Virginia University Background

University of Pittsburgh ▪ Pittsburgh, PA, U.S.A. ▪ ETD 2009 Symposium  2 nd in world to require ETDs  NDLTD member since 1998  Leader in ETD and open access advocacy  Over 4,000 documents in IR  3 portals to serve entire university community  WVU has successfully co-sponsored previous ETD conferences West Virginia University ETD Experience

University of Pittsburgh ▪ Pittsburgh, PA, U.S.A. ▪ ETD 2009 Symposium Architectural Historic Landmark Cathedral of Learning Conference Venue

University of Pittsburgh ▪ Pittsburgh, PA, U.S.A. ▪ ETD 2009 Symposium Hillman Library Cathedral of Learning Commons Room Cathedral of Learning Nationality Room University of Pittsburgh

University of Pittsburgh ▪ Pittsburgh, PA, U.S.A. ▪ ETD 2009 Symposium Pittsburgh International Airport  20 minutes from Downtown Pittsburgh and the University of Pittsburgh campus  10 million travelers & over 200,000 flights per year International Access

University of Pittsburgh ▪ Pittsburgh, PA, U.S.A. ▪ ETD 2009 Symposium Benedum Center Warhol Museum Frank Lloyd Wright’s Falling Water Other Amenities  Convenient and well-priced accommodation  Excellent public transport service  World-class recreation and cultural facilities  Great shopping & dining experiences

University of Pittsburgh ▪ Pittsburgh, PA, U.S.A. ▪ ETD 2009 Symposium Bridging the Knowledge Divide ETDs, Institutional Repositories and Open Access – Integrative E-Learning Processes in Higher Education ETD 2009 Theme

University of Pittsburgh ▪ Pittsburgh, PA, U.S.A. ▪ ETD 2009 Symposium  Open Access, Institutional Repositories and the Changing the Face of Academia  Commercial and Open Source ETD / IR System Providers and Users  Emerging Trends in ETDs, IRs & Open Access  Collaborative Projects in ETDs and IRs  Developing Nations Colloquium on Open Access Topics

University of Pittsburgh ▪ Pittsburgh, PA, U.S.A. ▪ ETD 2009 Symposium  Wednesday - Opening Reception in the Cathedral of Learning’s striking three-storey gothic style Commons Room.  Thursday - Dinner at Phipps Conservatory  Friday - Dinner on Riverboat Cruise, with jazz band  Saturday - Optional activities include Cathedral of Learning Nationality Rooms, Tour and lunch at Fallingwater, Ducky Tours, museum tours at the Warhol and the Carnegie facilities. Conference Social Activities June 10–13, 2009

University of Pittsburgh ▪ Pittsburgh, PA, U.S.A. ▪ ETD 2009 Symposium  November 3, 2008First call for papers  February 2, 2009Registration opens  February 16, 2009Final deadline for submission of abstracts of papers and posters  March 2, 2009Deadline for application for travel grants  June 10-13, 2009Conference time Important Conference Dates

University of Pittsburgh ▪ Pittsburgh, PA, U.S.A. ▪ ETD 2009 Symposium Address: Manager, Institutional Repository Programs West Virginia University Libraries Acquisitions Department P.O. Box 6069 Morgantown, WV Phone: (304) Contact details West Virginia University Mr. John Hagen Co-Chair, ETD 2009 Symposium

University of Pittsburgh ▪ Pittsburgh, PA, U.S.A. ▪ ETD 2009 Symposium Address: University of Pittsburgh University Library System 7500 Thomas Blvd. Room 125 Pittsburgh, PA Phone: (412) Contact details University of Pittsburgh Mr. Timothy Deliyannides Head, Library Information Systems

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University of Pittsburgh ▪ Pittsburgh, PA, U.S.A. ▪ ETD 2009 Symposium With a strong commitment to electronic scholarly communication the University of Pittsburgh and West Virginia University will be exceptional hosts of the 12 th International Symposium on Electronic Theses and Dissertations in Come Join Us! ETD 2009