I meant to add to my last note that far from proliferating the title of
Curator it was my impression that the field was getting away from calling
everyone Curators.  I've seen more Collections Manager, Program Director,
Coordinator titles in recent years--particularly in "Education."

>Colin Macgregor Stevens wrote:
>
>>>>Likewise, the term "Curator" is being much distorted and abused these
>days. A Curator cares for the collections. Why have jobs called "Curator of
>Education" etc.? "Education Officer" of "Programmer" for example will
>suffice and are clear for the public."<<<



Shirley Kathryn Woods <><
Associate University Registrar
The University of the South
Sewanee, TN  37383
TEL 931-598-1731
FAX 931-598-1894

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