CultureAugust 9, 2026
archivist
AR-kuh-vist
Definition
A professional responsible for collecting, organizing, preserving, and managing historical records and documents.
Etymology
Derived from the Greek word 'arkheion,' meaning a public building or record office, which traces back to 'arkhē,' meaning government or magistracy.
In the news
The article refers to Colleen Shogan, who holds the title of Archivist of the United States, as the person responsible for curating the 'In Pursuit' essay series.
Predecessors skip mention of Trump in essay project
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