Adriana Harmeyer

Adriana Harmeyer serves as Clinical Assistant Professor and Archivist for University History at Purdue University, functioning as the History Library Liaison. She delivers embedded instruction, workshops, and consultations across disciplines including History, American Studies, Women's Gender and Sexuality Studies, English, and Information Science.

Education:

• MS in Information specializing in Archives & Records Management and Preservation of Information, University of Michigan
• BA in History with minor in Latin, Marshall University

Her research centers on archival science with emphases on archival literacy development, innovative technical workflows, and the pedagogical application of special collections. She investigates how rare books and archives inspire creative works while advancing university history documentation through visual and exhibit-based methodologies. Her work bridges archival preservation with active classroom engagement across humanities and interdisciplinary programs.

Harmeyer's scholarly output demonstrates consistent focus on archival revitalization and educational outreach, with publications analyzing special collections' role in creative pedagogy and comprehensive visual histories of academic institutions. Her exhibits and media contributions extend this work into public history contexts.

Scientific Awards:

• John H. Moriarty Award for Excellence in Library Service to Purdue University Faculty and Students (2023)
• Joseph M. Dagnese Memorial Award for Excellence in Service to the Libraries (2019)
• Dean's Team Award as Archives and Special Collections staff member (2019)

As core faculty within Purdue University Libraries' Archives and Special Collections unit, Harmeyer leads exhibit curation and campus history documentation. Her professional service includes editorial roles for Archival Issues and SIA News & Notes, committee work for minority student scholarships, and extensive media engagement translating university history for public audiences through documentaries, radio interviews, and newspaper features.