Who Are We?	The students who are part of this chapter of the Society of American Archivists are students in the Department of Library and Information Science at the University of Pittsburgh . Some of us are concentrating in Archvial Studies while pursuing our MLIS, others of us are interested archival studies in relation to the fields of records management, preservation, or the management of special libraries and collections.
What is the SAASC's Purpose?	According to the SAASC's Constitution, the objectives of our organization are: To provide a means of communication among members sharing an interest in the documentation of human experience. To acquaint members with the objectives, ethics, and publications of the Society of American Archivists. To develop and encourage interaction with other student groups to promote the mutual interests of the library and archives professions. To provide a forum for professional members of the archival community to speak to students interested in the archives profession. To encourage involvement in professional activities. To provide a student forum for the expression of ideas relating to the activities of the Society of American Archivists and the archives community.
How Do I Join?	To become a member of the SAASC, you must simply be enrolled at the University of Pittsburgh. Students are encouraged to become members of the Society of American Archivists. The officers of the Society of American Archivists Student Chapter will be more than happy to answer questions you may have about Pitt's program. You may reach them by email at saa@icarus.sis.pitt.edu. You may also contact Dr. Richard Cox, Faculty Advisor to the SAASC.