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Transfer and Storage Procedures

Review files annually for files scheduled to be transferred or destroyed.
For files to be transferred to INACTIVE STORAGE:

  1. BEFORE sending records to the Archives, contact the Archives at archives@hope.edu. If approved for transfer, boxes can be requested at that time.
  2. Place file folders in box as filed in drawer. Do not use hanging folders.  They don't fit the boxes and are an expensive way to store records.  Do put records in labeled folders.
  3. Place a Transfer Label on the outside of the box that was provided by the Archives, marking each with the appropriate number (eg:  1 of 1, 2 of 10)
  4. .
  5. Contents list:
    Prepare a list by individual folder title or groups for each box.  The list will be used in retrieving records as needed in the future.  The office must keep a copy and send the original with the materials.  An electronic version must be sent to the Archives at archives@hope.edu.

    Example:
    Box 1
    President's Office, 1984-1995                       
    General File, 1984-1994

  6. Physical Transfer of Materials:
    The Archives will contact the Physical Plant to make arrangements for pick-up and delivery.  The department contact will be copied on the Work Order so that their staff can watch for the records pick-up.

 

 

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