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More than four years ago, Dr. Deborah Prosser made it her mission to build the University of North Georgia's (¹û¶³´«Ã½) libraries' archives for three reasons: to preserve the history of the former institutions before consolidation; build the research collections in anticipation of ¹û¶³´«Ã½'s growth; and collect and preserve documents related to the history and culture of the communities ¹û¶³´«Ã½ serves.

As Prosser strives to complete her mission, the (GHRAC) has recognized her work with the . She received the award based on her commitment to advocacy on behalf of archives and records management through sustained efforts over a period of years.

Prosser will receive the recognition during GHRAC's annual awards program in October at the Georgia State Archives in Morrow, Georgia.

 "To be recognized is a true honor, because I know many people are working really hard to preserve the history of our state," Prosser said.

However, the ¹û¶³´«Ã½ dean of libraries pointed out she did not do it alone.

"It is my vision, but I hired Allison Galloup, our special collections and digital initiatives librarian, to manage and work with me to grow the collections and make them accessible," she said.