Series IV: IFP Countries, 2000-2013

Scope and content:

Series IV contains the paper records (272 linear feet) and digital records (367.1 GB) of the IFP's operations in 22 countries around the world. Local partner organizations managed key aspects of each country's program. Program materials document the recruitment, selection, academic preparation, and monitoring of the Fellows; Alumni programs; publicity efforts; and program evaluations. Files for individual Fellows include their program application, academic history, application for graduate study, and progress reports. See also Series II: Archived Websites for additional materials created by partner organizations.

Contents

Access and use

Restrictions:

Paper records and a significant quantity of digital materials are only available onsite in the RBML reading room. Some materials in both digital and paper formats are closed until 2075 due to confidentiality and privacy restrictions.

Parent restrictions:

There are no boxes numbered 158-160, 180, 313, 322, 328, 334, 346, or 357 in the collection

Selected content, such as publications, the IFP media library, and archived Internet sources, is publicly available and searchable online. Unrestricted paper and electronic administrative files and correspondence are accessible in the RBML reading room. Paper and digital materials from the collection that contain personal and other sensitive informations are restricted until 2075.

The following boxes are located off-site: Boxes 1-369. You will need to request this material at least three business days in advance to use the collection in the Rare Book and Manuscript Library reading room.

Parent terms of access:
Paper records may not be photocopied. Permission to publish material from the collection must be requested from the Curator of Manuscripts, Rare Book and Manuscript Library (RBML). The RBML approves permission to publish that which it physically owns; the responsibility to secure copyright permission rests with the patron.
Location of this collection:
6th Floor East Butler Library
535 West 114th Street
New York, NY 10027, USA
Before you visit:
Researchers interested in viewing materials in the RBML reading room must must book an appointment at least 7 days in advance. To make the most of your visit, be sure to request your desired materials before booking your appointment, as researchers are limited to 5 items per day.
Contact:
rbml@library.columbia.edu