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Interview With Marianna Black Habisreutinger, Marianna Black Habisreutinger
Interview With Marianna Black Habisreutinger, Marianna Black Habisreutinger
South Carolina Mother of the Year Oral History Archives
Interview with Marianna Black Habisreutinger, 2011 South Carolina Mother of the Year.
Interview With The Daughters Of Marjorie Faucett Patterson, Lynne Trowbridge, Laura Timmons
Interview With The Daughters Of Marjorie Faucett Patterson, Lynne Trowbridge, Laura Timmons
South Carolina Mother of the Year Oral History Archives
Interview with Lynne Trowbridge and Laura Timmons, daughters of Marjorie Faucett Patterson, 1995 South Carolina Mother of the Year.
Interview With Carolyn "Boo" Poole, Carolyn Poole
Interview With Carolyn "Boo" Poole, Carolyn Poole
South Carolina Mother of the Year Oral History Archives
Interview with Carolyn Poole, member of the South Carolina Mothers Association and South Carolina Mother of the Year Selection Committee.
Interview With Janet Cotter, Janet Alexander Cotter
Interview With Janet Cotter, Janet Alexander Cotter
South Carolina Mother of the Year Oral History Archives
Interview with Janet Cotter, member of the South Carolina Mother of the Year Selection Committee.
Interview With Mary Kate Brearley Glasser, Mary Kate Brearley Glasser
Interview With Mary Kate Brearley Glasser, Mary Kate Brearley Glasser
South Carolina Mother of the Year Oral History Archives
Interview with Mary Kate Brearley Glasser, 2008 South Carolina Mother of the Year.
Interview With Annette Brunson Sutcliffe, Annette Brunson Sutcliffe
Interview With Annette Brunson Sutcliffe, Annette Brunson Sutcliffe
South Carolina Mother of the Year Oral History Archives
Interview with Annette Brunson Sutcliffe, 2010 South Carolina Mother of the Year.
Interview With Ann Dupre, Ann Waring Dupre
Interview With Ann Dupre, Ann Waring Dupre
South Carolina Mother of the Year Oral History Archives
Interview with Ann DuPre, member of the South Carolina Mother of the Year Selection Committee.
Interview With Mary Carolyn Watson, Mary Carolyn Watson
Interview With Mary Carolyn Watson, Mary Carolyn Watson
South Carolina Mother of the Year Oral History Archives
Interview with Mary Carolyn Watson, 1986 South Carolina Mother of the Year.
Interview With Carolyn Montague Laffitte And "Callie" Wienges, Carolyn Montague Laffitte, Callie Wienges
Interview With Carolyn Montague Laffitte And "Callie" Wienges, Carolyn Montague Laffitte, Callie Wienges
South Carolina Mother of the Year Oral History Archives
Interview with Carolyn Montague Laffitte and Callie Wienges, mother and daughter members of the South Carolina Mothers Association and South Carolina Mother of the Year Selection Committee.
Interview With Harry Dalton, Harry Dalton
Interview With Harry Dalton, Harry Dalton
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In his May 12, 2015 interview with Rebecca Masters, Harry Dalton shares his time at Winthrop as a student from 1976-1986 and how he remained involved with Winthrop ever since. Recalled are the accomplishments of DiGiorgio, Dalton’s thoughts on President Mahony, and how Winthrop has changed from his time as a student. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Family Ties: The Gibbs Family, Race, And Society In South Carolina: 1865-1945, Andre Thompson
Family Ties: The Gibbs Family, Race, And Society In South Carolina: 1865-1945, Andre Thompson
Graduate Theses
The ancestors of the Gibbs family came to South Carolina as slaves from Barbados in the early 19th C., and four brothers, Anthony, Fortune, Moses and Wetus, born in South Carolina between 1832 and 1845, all grew up as slaves and became emancipated while they were still young men. This thesis will chronicle the lineage of these four brothers whose family serves as a microcosm of African American life in South Carolina and beyond. This includes an examination of the family from Reconstruction through the World War II period, and it will focus on issues such as emancipation, agriculture, landownership, …
Shackling The Great Emancipator: How The Nineteenth Century Press In South Carolina Helped To Shape The American National Memory Of Abraham Lincoln’S Racial Beliefs And Policies, Elizabeth D. Oswald-Sease
Shackling The Great Emancipator: How The Nineteenth Century Press In South Carolina Helped To Shape The American National Memory Of Abraham Lincoln’S Racial Beliefs And Policies, Elizabeth D. Oswald-Sease
Graduate Theses
Abraham Lincoln is perhaps the most popular president in American history to date. American collective memory centers on his legacy as the Great Emancipator, a man who was beyond his time in terms of social equality and paved the way for later advancements in civil rights for African Americans in the United States. This caricature of Lincoln is fundamentally inaccurate, however. Lincoln himself repeatedly stated his devotion to the restoration of the Union, which at its fundamental core was a political entity that only encapsulated white Americans. In fact, Lincoln’s eventual issuance of the Emancipation Proclamation was intended to be …
Interview With Sam Foster, Sam Foster
Interview With Sam Foster, Sam Foster
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In his April 15, 2015 interview with Rebecca Masters, Sam Foster rates the Presidency of Anthony DiGiorgio and recalls the evolution of Winthrop. Included, Foster shares his opinions on Winthrop’s strengths and weaknesses and what challenges Winthrop may face in the future. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Vivian Moore Carroll - Oh 245, Vivian Moore Carroll
Interview With Vivian Moore Carroll - Oh 245, Vivian Moore Carroll
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In her March 31, 2015 interview with Rebecca Masters, Vivian Carroll recalls her time at Winthrop as a day student in the early 1970s and serving on the Alumni Board. Carroll shares her opinions on DiGiorgio’s administration and how Winthrop has changed since the 1970s. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Mark Cooke, Mark Cooke
Interview With Mark Cooke, Mark Cooke
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In his March 25, 2015 interview with Jenna Kasmarik, Mark Cooke details the role Title IX has played in athletics at Winthrop. Cooke details changes in recruitment and facilities. He also shares why he’s stayed at Winthrop for so many years. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Ben Paxton, Ben Paxton
Interview With Ben Paxton, Ben Paxton
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In his March 25, 2015 interview with Jenna Kasmarik, Ben Paxton shares his opinions on Title IX’s influence on athletics at Winthrop, specifically in track. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Jim Johnston, Jim Johnston
Interview With Jim Johnston, Jim Johnston
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In his March 24, 2015 interview with Rebecca Masters, Jim Johnston details his time at Winthrop from 1983-2011 as a faculty filling several roles. Johnston also reveals the evolution of the sciences at Winthrop, his election as Chair of Faculty Conference and growth of athletics at Winthrop. In particular, Johnston recalls a mid-1990s vote of no confidence in the president and how Winthrop faculty responded. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Rich Posipanko, Rich Posipanko
Interview With Rich Posipanko, Rich Posipanko
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In his March 23, 2015 interview with Jenna Kasmarik, Rich Posipanko talks about how Winthrop built up its athletic department and the challenges it’s faced in the subsequent years. Specifically, Posipanko shares his opinions on how Title IX has affected athletics at Winthrop. Posipanko concludes his interview reminiscing of the changes he’s seen in the athletic department. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Cid Carvalho, Cid Carvalho
Interview With Cid Carvalho, Cid Carvalho
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In his March 23, 2015 interview with Jenna Kasmarik, Cid Carvalho shares the story of his coming to Winthrop as a student and his career as head tennis coach. Carvalho details the evolution of the sport at Winthrop from facilities to the decision to break up coaching by men’s and women’s teams. Finally, Carvalho shares his opinion on Title IX and its change in sports at Winthrop. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Doug Echols, Doug Echols
Interview With Doug Echols, Doug Echols
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In his March 16, 2015 interview with Rebecca Masters, Doug Echols comments on the transitions that took place at Winthrop from 1982- present. In particular, Echols provides detail on the efforts of the DiGiorgio Administration to build Winthrop as a brand and the struggles that Winthrop faced in this transition. Echols concludes his interview with ideas for bridging the gap between Winthrop and Rock Hill and his perceptions of the eleventh President’s role in the Rock Hill community. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Frank Ardaiolo, Frank Ardaiolo
Interview With Frank Ardaiolo, Frank Ardaiolo
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In his March 9, 2015 interview with Daniel Lee, Frank Ardaiolo shares his experience with and response to Hurricane Hugo. Ardaiolo recounts the destruction on Winthrop campus and how Hurricane Hugo helped establish new emergency response standards. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Gayle And Joe Lanford, Gayle Lanford, Joe Lanford
Interview With Gayle And Joe Lanford, Gayle Lanford, Joe Lanford
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In their March 4, 2015 interview with Rebecca Masters and John Gaston, Gayle and Joe Lanford detail their work with Anthony DiGiorgio and involvement with Winthrop. In particular, Gayle recalls her time as an undergraduate student from 1958-1962 navigating the rules and regulations of Winthrop. Joe shares his work bridging the gap between Winthrop and the City of Rock Hill and describes his role in design of Hardin Family Gardens at Winthrop. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Gina Price White, Gina Price White
Interview With Gina Price White, Gina Price White
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In her March 2, 2015 interview with Amber Kelley, Gina Price White shares her opinions on Winthrop’s move from Columbia to Rock Hill. White explains how Winthrop ended up in Rock Hill and clears up misconceptions of Benjamin Tillman’s role in Winthrop’s move. Included is information on what records would be most useful for research on this topic. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Thomas Hickman, Thomas Hickman
Interview With Thomas Hickman, Thomas Hickman
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In his February 27, 2015 interview with Jenna Kasmarik, Thomas Hickman shares his experiences complying with Title IX in the athletic department. Hickman lends his perspective on the pros and cons of Title IX and how the athletic department has changed since Title IX became law. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Anthony Digiorgio, Anthony Joseph Digiorgio
Interview With Anthony Digiorgio, Anthony Joseph Digiorgio
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In his February 20, 2015 interview with Daniel Lee, Anthony DiGiorgio recollects the impact Hurricane Hugo had on Winthrop University and the Rock Hill Community. DiGiorgio discusses weather reports leading up to the hurricane, his personal experience with the storm, and the aftermath of Hugo on campus. DiGiorgio shares the ways in which Winthrop University assisted the community and its faculty and staff. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Gabriel Paxton, Gabriel Paxton
Interview With Gabriel Paxton, Gabriel Paxton
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In his February 18, 2015 interview with Michelle Dubert-Bellrichard, Gabriel Paxton shares the story of founding the grassroots organization Rock Hill for Equality. Included are his experiences as an ally in the Southeast and the partnerships he made to support Rock Hill for Equality. Paxton provides insight on this civil rights movement and speculates why the South is slow to change. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Terry Plumb, Terry Plumb
Interview With Terry Plumb, Terry Plumb
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In his interview with Winthrop History Project staffers Rebecca Masters and John Gaston, conducted on Feb. 15, 2015, the retired editor of The Herald, Terry Plumb, recalls: how the Winthrop campus was viewed when he first arrived in Rock Hill in 1987; issues, opportunities and changes in the Winthrop campus over the 24 years of the DiGiorgio presidency and The Herald’s approach to reporting them, the role of regional and state politics and political philosophy in higher education funding in South Carolina over the years, and his observations regarding the 11-month presidency of Dr. Jamie Comstock-Williamson. This interview was …
Interview With Virginia Koch, Virginia Koch
Interview With Virginia Koch, Virginia Koch
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In her January 13, 2015 interview with Michelle Dubert-Bellrichard, Virginia Koch shared the memories of her Winthrop experience from 1970-1974. Koch explains why she attended Winthrop, her experiences with Rat Week, and why she struggled to find a job in her major. Included are the details of why she left South Carolina, and the numerous positions she held thereafter. Koch also shares her perspectives on major transitions at Winthrop and in the South. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Dennis Stamper, Dennis Stamper
Interview With Dennis Stamper, Dennis Stamper
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In his January 12, 2015 interview with Michelle Dubert-Bellrichard, Dennis Stamper shares his memories of being one of the first male, day students from 1969-1972. Stamper details his studies and professors from the Philosophy and Religion Department, as well as the Psychology Department. Stamper includes his perception of the atmosphere at Winthrop during a time of great change in the country, and how that experience coupled with his work in the Wesley Foundation and the influence he received from professors paved the way for he currently lives his life. Stamper concludes his interview detailing his studies and careers after Winthrop. …
Jessie Huey Laurence Papers - Accession 5, Jessie Huey Laurence
Jessie Huey Laurence Papers - Accession 5, Jessie Huey Laurence
Manuscript Collection
The Jessie Huey Laurence Papers primarily consist of correspondence, but also included are speeches, program notes, minutes, financial records, photographs, clippings, and scrapbooks relating to her role in the South Carolina Federation of Women’s Clubs (1928-1937); her promotion of a compulsory school attendance bill for South Carolina (1934-1936); the formation of the South Carolina Council for the Common Good (1935); Works Progress Administration (WPA) and Public Works Administration (PWA) projects in South Carolina; and her interest in the Catawba Indians of York County, as chairman of Indian Affairs Committee for the Catawba Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. …