University Library

Archives

The American University of Sharjah (AUS) Archives is a department within the AUS library. It is the repository for the institutional records that are created by the various academic and administrative departments of the university. The mission of the Archives is to collect, maintain, preserve, and make available records that are of historical or legal value, as well as records that document the development of the university and the various campus activities.

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Using Archival Documents

All documents in Archives are non-circulating and must be used in the Archives office. Rules have been set up to guarantee the proper use of the documents and to ensure their preservation for future generations.

  • Registration form must be filled out by all patrons.
  • Notes are taken in pencil only.
  • Care must be taken to maintain the order and arrangement of papers.
  • Only one folder of material to be used at a time.
  • Patrons are responsible for all materials delivered to them and no changes to be made to the records.
  • Photocopying is permitted unless the item is fragile, or deposited under restricted access terms.
  • Pens, highlighters, eating, drinking or smoking are not allowed.