The Khalaf Al Habtoor Archives at Illinois College invites community members to “Archive your Story.” Anyone with a connection to the College can get involved by sharing journal entries, recordings, writings and other documents to be shared with the historians of tomorrow. The Archives will also undertake an oral history project which will allow contributors to record their stories. Community stories will be shared immediately through social media and the College website, which can be later archived.

Suggested ways to contribute to the project include:

• Compiling journal entries about day-to-day experiences. Whether you are a nurse treating sick patients, a grocery store employee, restaurant owner, student, parent — the list goes on — we hope to hear from you. A wide range of experiences will help us create rich resources that illustrate the widespread effect of the pandemic on campus life. 
• Write an essay or other response about your experience. This can take whatever creative form you choose. 
• Take pictures to document your experience. Document your home workspace, take a picture of something that has changed in your life or how you are staying connected or helping others. 
• Speak up for the heroes you see. Share stories about others who have helped you or are making a difference in the community. Send a quick email or Facebook message to the College letting us know the stories in the IC community that interest you.
• Contact us to share your ideas. This project is a collaborative effort. If you have story ideas or want to contribute something unique, please contact us. 

Anyone interested in learning more can email archiveyourstory@ic.edu.