2026 October Newsletter 
On The New Theme
The 2027 education theme is Governance Without Borders: Connecting Records, Privacy, Security, and Compliance. In the age not just of electronic records but artificial intelligence and machine learning, records management does not exist in a vacuum. IT, legal, privacy, cybersecurity and many more have roles to play in the management of information. This theme is about bridging the gaps that arise when teams with different priorities, and different ways to communicate must work together to govern information in a rapidly changing technological landscape.
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Calendar of Events
November Educational Meeting
Beyond the GOld Rush: A Records Manager's guide for AI governance
November 03, 2026 (Virtual)
12:00 PM MST - 1:00 PM MST
As the public sector races to adopt artificial intelligence, the “regulatory paradox” has reached a fever pitch. Agencies are no longer just exploring the frontier (they are feeding their records into AI engines).
For records managers and archivists serving as the “Territorial Marshals,” the challenge has shifted. You are no longer just protecting static boxes or servers (you are managing the fuel for AI-powered workflows). This session focuses on how to ensure your agency’s transition to AI is built on a foundation of compliant, secure, and well-managed information.
What We’ll Cover
• Defensible Data Minimization: Ensure only necessary records are accessible to AI (reducing “garbage in, garbage out” risk).
• Modernizing Retention for AI: Update “need-to-keep” policies so tools don’t ingest (or hallucinate from) expired or obsolete records.
• Advocating for Information Privacy: Speak the language of privacy to IT and vendors so AI architectures respect sensitive citizen data.
• Validating the Output: Define the records manager’s role in human-in-the-loop systems to keep AI-generated content accurate, authentic, and trustworthy.
Bonus Free October Educational Event
October 14, 2026 (Virtual)
11:00 AM MST - 12:00 PM MST
Join Iowa's ARMA Spark chapter for a free, Halloween themed presentation Wednesday, October 14th
Overview
Explore how records, information, and legacy shape life's final chapter.
ARMA Iowa's October Spark Group session presents Records of the Dead, a unique presentation by Megan Cullison, a licensed funeral director in Iowa, that explores the role records and information play in one of life's most universal experiences.
While we may spend our careers managing records for business, legal, and regulatory purposes, some records tell stories that extend far beyond the workplace. This session offers attendees a thought-provoking perspective on records, legacy, and the information created throughout life's final chapter.
Whether you're an information governance professional, records manager, student, or simply curious about an unusual topic, join us for this special Halloween-season event. 🎃
Chapter Charity
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Pets of ARMA
Unlike a rescue or shelter, Colorado Pet Pantry's mission is to keep pets with their families, so we thought we'd highlight the pets that are part of our families.
Up next is Waylon
Waylon is Elisa Gleason's long haired chihuahua. He just turned 13 and only weighs 9lbs. His age and weight don't stop him from bossing around his 60 and 150 lb siblings like it's his full time job.
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