J.J. Compton
Associate Professor
Library
- Associate ProfessorLibrary
BIO & RESEARCH INTERESTs
Associate Professor, Assistant Department Head of Special Collections and University Archives (SCUA). Skilled in Archives & Archival Studies, Nonprofit Organizations, Higher Education, Educational Technology, Metadata, Digitization, and Library Science. Strong information technology professional with a PhD focused on Oklahoma's Archival History.
OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY APPOINTMENTS
- Associate ProfessorOklahoma State University, Library, Stillwater, Oklahoma, United StatesAug 2024 - present
ACADEMIC POSITIONS
- Assistant Department HeadOklahoma State University, Special Collections and University Archives (SCUA), Stillwater, United States1 Aug 2024 - present
- Interim Director of Library ServicesOklahoma Christian University, Beam LIbrary, Edmond, United States2022 - 2024
- Associate Professor of Technical Services and ArchivesOklahoma Christian University, Beam Library, Edmond, United States2015 - 2022
- Assistant Professor of Technical Services and ArchivesOklahoma Christian University, Beam LIbrary, Edmond, United States2010 - 2015
- Instructor of Technical Services and ArchivesOklahoma Christian University, Beam LIbrary, Edmond, United States2002 - 2010
- Graduate AssistantUniversity of Oklahoma, Carl Albert Congressional Archives, Norman, United States2000 - 2002
- Reference AssitantOklahoma Christian University, Beam Library, Edmond, United States2001 - 2002
- Graduate Research AssistantUniversity of Oklahoma, Political Communication Center, Norman, United StatesMay 2001 - Sep 2001
NON-ACADEMIC POSITIONS
- InternOklahoma Historical Society, Archives and Special Collections, Oklahoma City, United StatesMay 2002 - Sep 2002
- Undergraduate Research AssistantOklahoma City Bombing Memorial, Archives, Oklahoma City, United StatesJan 2000 - Apr 2000
- Undergraduate Cataloging AssistantInstitute for the Prevention of Terrorism, Oklahoma City, United StatesSep 1999 - Dec 1999
DEGREES
- Bachelor of Arts, History & Vocational MinistryOklahoma Christian University, Edmond, United States1997 - 2000
- Masters of Library & Information Studies (MLIS)University of Oklahoma, Norman, United States2000 - 2002
- Doctor of Philosophy, HistorySwansea University, Swansea, United Kingdom2017 - 2025
CERTIFICATIONS
- Certified Archivist (CA)Academy of Certified Archivists1 Jul 2024 - 30 Jun 2029The Academy of Certified Archivists, founded in 1989 at the annual meeting of the Society of American Archivists, is an independent, nonprofit certifying organization of professional archivists. The Academy participates in the definition and advancement of professional archival education, concepts, and issues. It identifies and promotes understanding of archival goals, ethics, and standards. Professional certification provides the only available standard by which employers are able to judge the qualifications of prospective staff members. Individual members demonstrate continuing professional commitment that goes beyond education and experience. Working throughout the United States and around the world, Certified Archivists possess expertise in and knowledge of all aspects of archival management. By demonstrating mastery of a defined body of knowledge and skills for successful archival practice, Academy members share a high level of professional attainment that has been verified by certification.
- ARCUS Leadership TrainingARCUS, Richmond, VAApr 2020 - Oct 2020ARCUS is a leadership development program offering easy-access, low-cost, cutting-edge courses and networking opportunities to individuals who seek to become effective leaders in the cultural heritage and historic preservation movement. 25 online short-courses tailor helpful materials to the real-world leadership challenges facing the historic preservation field. Nationally recognized-experts in leadership education and historic preservation have developed ARCUS over three years, curating the best available resources on 25 critical topics.
FACULTY/STAFF OR STUDENT
- Faculty/Staff
CAMPUS
- Oklahoma State University - Stillwater
DEPARTMENT
- Library