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Dr. Adam Jansen is a part-time lecturer at the San José State University School of Information in the Department of Archives and Records Management (MARA). He serves concurrently as the State Archivist of Hawaii, bringing extensive professional experience in digital archives and records management.
- Institution: San José State University
- School: School of Information
- Department: MARA (Master of Archives and Records Administration)
- Role: Part-Time Lecturer
- Professional Role: State Archivist, Hawaii State Archives
His academic and professional journey includes leadership roles at the Washington State Archives, where he designed and managed the Washington State Digital Archives and led an enterprise-wide imaging program that earned the Governor’s Award for Quality and Service Improvement.
Dr. Jansen’s research centers on the creation, preservation, and forensic analysis of trustworthy digital records. His expertise spans archival systems, digital curation, information architecture, and electronic records management. He has contributed to the international InterPARES research project since 2008, initially as a graduate research assistant and later as a co-investigator, focusing on digital authenticity and long-term preservation.
He teaches MARA 284 – Seminar in Archives and Records Management, with a focus on Technology, Privacy, and the Law. His teaching integrates practical and theoretical aspects of archival science, drawing from real-world implementations in state government contexts.
Scientific Awards:
- Governor’s Award for Quality and Service Improvement, Washington State
Dr. Jansen has advised and taught students through adjunct roles at the Western Archives Institute, the University of British Columbia, and the University of Hawaii. His professional guidance emphasizes best practices in digital records, policy development, and system design for long-term preservation. He has not received specific mention of grants, but his work on large-scale digital systems implies significant project funding and leadership.
He is actively involved in professional development and training, contributing to academic and governmental initiatives aimed at strengthening archival infrastructure and digital trustworthiness.
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