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Bethany Fiechter serves as Assistant Professor and Coordinator of Archives and Special Collections at DePauw University, providing leadership for archival activities and collections management. Her role bridges academic scholarship with practical archival curation.
Her educational background includes:
- A.S. in Graphic Design from Vincennes University
- B.A. in Art History with minor in Religious Studies from Herron School of Art, Indiana University Purdue University-Indianapolis
- MLS specializing in Archives and Record Management from Indiana University-Bloomington
Professional interests focus on optimizing archival access through innovative project management and exhibition design, with emphasis on digital preservation methodologies and user-centered collection interfaces. Her work integrates art historical perspective with archival science to enhance research utility of historical materials.
Active in professional communities through Society of American Archivists, Midwest Archives Conference, and Society of Indiana Archivists. Current service includes board positions on State Historic Records Advisory Board and Putnam County Heritage Preservation Society, demonstrating commitment to regional historical stewardship.
