Collections

Explore

Our collections mandate focuses on USask records; materials relating to Saskatchewan, Western Canada and the University of Saskatchewan; and rare, valuable or regional books, journals, manuscripts, archival collections and printed ephemera.

Campus History

Explore resources about people, events, buildings and other highlights in the history of the University of Saskatchewan.

Find quick facts or delve into the history of this campus and community.

Digital Projects

UASC has been creating digital projects and virtual exhibits since the dawn of the web. Most of these sites are thematic exhibits, while some feature digitized collections. In all cases, they represent a useful way to explore many of our unique collections.

Services

Researcher services

UASC provides services for researchers including:

  • research assistance
  • distance research services
  • reproductions
  • archival citation assistance
  • ISBN assignment

Records management

A core mandate of UASC is the acquisition, preservation and accessibility of permanently valuable records of the University of Saskatchewan. This mandate is closely tied to the management of current institutional records.

Learn how UASC supports this important process. 

Renovations project

The University Archives and Special Collections space is being transformed to better serve our users and preserve our collections. Services and access to the collection and UASC spaces will be impacted during this project. Follow project updates and announcements on this page.

News and exhibits

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Contact

Contact us

 (306) 966-6029

UASC employees


Donations

Donations of archival materials (manuscripts, diaries, photographs, audio and video recordings, maps, digital records, etc.), as well as books and other published/printed materials are key to the enhancement and continued growth of University Archives and Special Collections.

Please contact UASC to learn more about our donation process.

Hours

In-person use of the UASC reading room is available by appointment:

  • Tuesday to Friday: 10am-noon, 1-4pm
  • Saturday to Monday: closed

Email and help form submissions are monitored Monday to Friday: 8:30am-4:30pm


Plan your visit

UASC is located in room 301 Murray Library South

Contact us before your visit. Some of our collections are stored offsite and advance notice is required to retrieve them.

By contacting us in advance, we can prepare materials before you arrive at the reading room so you can make the most of your time here. We may also be able to share finding aids and digital resources prior to your visit, or identify materials at UASC or other institutions that may be useful.