Joseph Sherren

Joseph Sherren is an Adjunct Lecturer in Digital Curation Theory and Practice and the Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) Program Coordinator at the University of Maryland's College of Information Studies (iSchool). He has been in the cultural heritage field for over 7 years, currently serving as the Museum Collections Manager and Head of Collections Volunteers at a site operated by the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission. His work bridges theory and practice in collections management, records management, and digital heritage, with a focus on amplifying marginalized communities' histories through museum programming and advocating for social equity in museum spaces.

Research interests include Digital Humanities, Library and Information Science, and the intersection of cultural heritage with social justice. As an independent consultant, he specializes in collections stewardship and policy development.

No scientific awards or articles are explicitly listed in the provided text. Joseph coordinates the MLIS program and advises on museum-related initiatives but no specific grants or student advising details are mentioned. His professional activities are centered at the iSchool and Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission sites.