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Records Management

Guide to records management practices and requirements at the University of Maryland, College Park

Guide to Records Management

This guide is for campus departments to become familiar with records management practices in order to self-assess and implement them, and for the general public to learn about records management requirements at the University of Maryland, College Park.

Why manage records?

Records management facilitates transparency for public office-holders, including elected representatives and employees of public agencies.

It is a legal obligation that serves accountability and supports historical documentation.

Records management is also a way to get organized and conduct activities effectively.

Learn about types of records

Learn key terms in records management