As part of our commitment to serve as a research center for the study of the University's history, the Middle Georgia State University (MGA) Archives & Special Collections offers support services to all community members. Follow these guidelines to begin:
The MGA Archives & Special Collections are composed of rare books, journals, newspapers, digital records, and general archival collections associated with the institution. To browse our collections the first step is to see what is available. Note, we are in a state of review to better support a processing plan for backlogged materials. The current finding aid PDFs (inventory lists) can be viewed from the Collections page under the individual campus archives.
To further assist you with your Archives exploration, visit the Archives & Special Collections Guide.
The MGA Archives & Special Collections is available for access by students, faculty, staff, and community members both local and long distance. It is highly encouraged to schedule a Research Appointment at least 1-week in advance. This allows the archivist to locate relevant records within the appropriate campus collection so that copies or originals can be made ready at the time of your appointment. Walk-ins are welcome however, services are dependent on available staff and the requested materials.
To schedule an appointment, please fill out the Archive Research Appointment Application.
For general exploration of the MGA Archives & Special Collections, it is encouraged to schedule a Consultation with the Archivist for one-on-one assistance. This can include a tour of the space, pulling specific records to view, or an overview of active projects and ways to get involved in the archive.
To schedule a General Consultation, please fill out the General Consultation Form.