Whitney Russell
Assistant Professor
Academic Appointment(s)
Administration
Department of Libraries
- wrussell@augusta.edu
- (706) 721-9544
- AB 2204
Education
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MLIS, Library and Information Science
University of Southern Mississ, 2019
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BA, History, General
Mississippi University for Wom, 2013
Certifications
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Digital Curation Certificate
Library Juice Academy, 2021
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Digital Archives Specialist
Society of American Archivists, 2021
Teaching Interests
My teaching emphasizes open access publishing, digital humanities methods, and the creation and use of open educational resources to foster equitable participation in scholarship. My research explores how these interconnected practices (open access dissemination, digital tools for humanities inquiry, and OER development) transform scholarly communication, broaden access to knowledge, and support innovative, collaborative models of learning and research.
Scholarship
Selected Recent Publications
- Towards More Equitable, Diverse, and Inclusive Representation in Metadata and Digitization: A Case Study, 2022
Journal Article, Academic Journal
Research Interests
My research examines how project-based learning can be enriched through open access publishing and the integration of open educational resources (OER). I focus on strategies that support faculty and students in collaboratively creating, sharing, and sustaining knowledge in ways that promote equity, innovation, and long-term impact within scholarly communication.
College Service
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Black History Month Planning Committee
2025 - Present
Role: Committee Member
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Banned Books Week Planning Committee
2025 - Present
Role: Committee Member
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Faculty Assembly
2025 - Present
Role: Committee Member
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Open Access Week Planning Committee
2025 - Present
Role: Committee Chair
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Creative Technology Lab Committee
2025 - Present
Role: Committee Member
University Service
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Undergraduate Research and Fine Arts Conference Planning Committee
2025 - Present
Role: Committee Member
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Libraries Faculty Senator
2025 - 2027
Role: University Senate Service
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Honors Project Panel
2025 - 2026
Role: Committee Member
Professional Service
