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Fran Davis Razor And Vicki Van Winkle Craycraft: Dayton Music History Project, Fran Davis Razor, Vicki Van Winkle Craycraft, Chris Wydman

Dayton Music History Project Records (MS-607)

Video interview with Fran Davis Razor and Vicky Van Winkle Craycraft, members of 1960’s rock band, Vicki and the Rest, discussing their band and experiences in the Dayton music scene in 1960’s.

Gary Hill: Dayton Music History Project, Gary Hill, Chris Wydman

Dayton Music History Project Records (MS-607)

Video interview with Gary Hill, local recording artist and music producer, and owner of Gary Hill Music, lnc. Best known as lead guitarist/band leader for Captain Crunch and the Crew, Blue Max, Double Eagles, and Fleetwood Dreams. Gary and his bands have opened for numerous major acts, including the Eagles, Jerry Lee Lewis, Harry Chapin, Aerosmith, and REO Speedwagon, among others.

Mary Kenton, University Honors Program, Wright State University, Dan Abrahamowicz, Mary Kenton

Wright State University Retirees Association Oral History Project

Dan Abrahamowicz interviewed Mary Kenton on July 2, 2018 about her time as Senior Associate Director for the University’s Honor Program. In the interview Kenton discusses her early life, attending Wright State University, her work in the University Honor's Program and more.

Phil "Dirt" Linville:Dayton Music History Project, Phil Linville, Chris Wydman

Dayton Music History Project Records (MS-607)

Video interview with Phil "Dirt" Linville, guitar player/vocalist of several local rocks bands in Dayton, 1962-present, including the Yeoman Warders, Night Shade, and Cuest.

Dan Maloon: Dayton Music History Project, Dan Maloon, Chris Wydman

Dayton Music History Project Records (MS-607)

Video interview with Dan MaLoon, bass player and member of the popular local band, Bearcreek.

Steve Carrasas: Dayton Music History Project, Steve Carrasas, Chris Wydman

Dayton Music History Project Records (MS-607)

Video interview with Steve Carrasas, local musician and band member of The Outcasts and December’s Children, discussing Dayton music scene in 1960’s.

Charles Larkowski, Former Faculty, Department Of Music, Wright State University, Abe J. Bassett, Charles Larkowski

Wright State University Retirees Association Oral History Project

Abe J. Bassett interviewed Charles Larkowski on March 9, 2018 about his time as a professor in the Department of Music at Wright State University. In the interview Larkowski discusses his early life, education, his time at Wright State University, and life after teaching.

Jim Brown, Former Coach, Men's Basketball, Wright State University, Dan Abrahamowicz, Jim Brown

Wright State University Retirees Association Oral History Project

Dan Abrahamowicz interviewed Jim Brown on January 26, 2018 about his time as coach of the men's basketball team at Wright State University. In the interview Brown discusses his early life, education, his time at Wright State University, and his work as a color commentator for Wright State Radio.

James Volz Interview, Former Wsu Student/Alum, Department Of Theatre Arts At Wright State University, Abe J. Bassett, James Volz

Wright State University Retirees Association Oral History Project

Abe Bassett interviewed James Volz on January 16, 2018 about his time as a student at Wright State University. In the interview Volz discusses his early life in Dayton, his education at Wright State in both Theatre and English, and his career after college.

Donna Miles-Curry Interview, Professor Emeritus, College Of Nursing And Health, Wright State University, Gary Barlow, Donna M. Curry

Wright State University Retirees Association Oral History Project

Gary Barlow interviewed Donna Miles-Curry on January 4, 2018 about her time as a professor in the College of Nursing and Health at Wright State University. In the interview Miles-Curry discusses her early life, education, and her time at Wright State University.

James Sayer Interview, Former Dean, Wright State University, Dan Abrahamowicz, James E. Sayer

Wright State University Retirees Association Oral History Project

Dan Abrahamowicz interviewed James Sayer on December 12, 2017 about his time at Wright State University. Professor Emeritus of the Department of Communications and former Dean at Wright State, Sayer discussed his early life, education, and his career at Wright State University.

Story Circle: Dayton History Music Project Records, Rick Webster, James Carter, Leonard Davis, Jim Foreman, Fran Davis Razor, Vicki Van Winkle Craycraft, Dan Maloon, Steve Carrasas, Ira Stanley, Gary Hill, Vondal Moore, Dawne Dewey, Chris Wydman

Dayton Music History Project Records (MS-607)

A story circle on the history of music in Dayton was moderated by Dawne Dewey and Chris Wydman from the Wright State Special Collections and Archives. Local musicians were gathered together to talk about the music scene in Dayton. They recalled venues, bands, and performers in the Miami Valley Region.

Richard Roy Interview, Wright State University Class Of 1970, Richard Roy, Chris Wydman

Wright State University Retirees Association Oral History Project

Chris Wydman interviewed Richard Roy on September 29, 2017 about his time at Wright State University as a class member of the inaugural class of 1970. In the interview Roy discussed witnessing Wright State University's official separation from Miami University and Ohio State University as a student. Roy also spoke about fraternities and sororities forming on campus, as well as life in general on Wright State's campus.

Ken Davenport Interview, Director Of Admissions At Wright State University, Dan Abrahamowicz, Ken Davenport

Wright State University Retirees Association Oral History Project

Dan Abrahamowicz interviewed Ken Davenport on July 24, 2017 about his time as Director of Admissions at Wright State University. In the interview Davenport discusses his early life, education, and his time at Wright State University.

Kathy Alexander (A.K.A. Suzanne Walker) Interview, Associate Professor Of Dance At Wright State University, Abe J. Bassett, Kathy Alexander

Wright State University Retirees Association Oral History Project

Abe Bassett interviewed Kathy Alexander (a.k.a Suzanne Walker) on May 5, 2017 about her time as former Associate Professor of Dance at Wright State University. In the interview Kathy Alexander discusses her the genesis of her stage name "Suzanne Walker," her training in dance, living and working in New York City, her time at Wright State University, and more.

Lorna Dawes Interview, Director Of The University Center At Wright State University, Gary Barlow, Lorna Dawes

Wright State University Retirees Association Oral History Project

Gary Barlow interviewed Lorna Dawes on November 11, 2016 about her time as Director of the University Center at Wright State University. In the interview Mrs. Dawes discusses her background, her application to the University Center Director position, and the growth and changes she oversaw as director.

Richard Williams Interview, Dean And Professor Raj Soin College Of Business At Wright State University, Lewis Shupe, Richard Williams

Wright State University Retirees Association Oral History Project

Lewis Shupe interviewed Dr. Richard Williams, Dean and Professor of the Raj Soin College of Business at Wright State University, on October 8, 2014 about his time at Wright State University. In the interview Dr. Williams discusses how he came to Wright State, his career, and his memories of the University.

The Snail Darter And The Dam: How Pork-Barrel Politics Endangered A Little Fish And Killed A River, Drew A. Swanson

History Faculty Publications

No abstract provided.

The Great War Centenary Tour: Summer 2014, Ronald G. Helms Ph.D.

Teacher Education Faculty Publications

In addition to visiting Key WWI sites in Belgium and France, the 2014-2018 The Great War Centenary Tour included the Bayeux Tapestry, depicting the victory of William the Conqueror in the Battle of Hastings of 1066; a visit to one of France’s most iconic attractions: Mont Saint-Michel; Bruges, Belgium one of the best preserved medieval towns in all of Europe; as well as the beaches of the D-Day landings with visits at several German bunkers, the Pegasus Bridge, and the Arromanches landing site; and a visit the Omaha Beach site and museum before moving on to Pont du Hoc and …

Comrade Father Thomas Mcgrady: A Priest's Quest For Equality Through Socialism, Jacob H. Dorn

History Faculty Publications

The congregation of St. Anthony's parish in Bellevue, Kentucky, just across the river from Cincinnati, was stunned on Sunday, December 7, 1902, when Father Thomas McGrady, its beloved pastor, announced his resignation. According to the fullest newspaper account, "there was bowing of heads, women and children wept." With great affection, the account continued, "almost all of the congregation lingered and crowded around their beloved pastor, weeping and pleading with him not to leave them." He told them he would remain in the community, "only not as their priest."

This account examines McGrady's decision to become a socialist, his experience trying …

Building A Community Of Inquiry And Analytical Skills In An Online History Course, Sheri Stover, Sean Pollock

History Faculty Publications

The purpose of this case study was to assess a history instructor’s attempt to redesign an introductory history survey course. Traditionally, it has been taught in a face-to-face environment within the university’s core curriculum program. It was redesigned as a synchronous online course that provided students with opportunities to work collaboratively to build a community of inquiry and to develop the analytical skills needed to understand course materials and compete in the 21st -century workforce. Students were required to attend daily 100-minute web conferencing sessions consisting of mini-lectures, polling questions and discussions in large and small groups (i.e., “breakout rooms”). …

Paul Wolfe Interview, Professor Emeritus Department Of Physics And Department Of Geological Science, Wright State University, Lewis Shupe, Paul J. Wolfe

Wright State University Retirees Association Oral History Project

Lewis Shupe interviewed Dr. Paul Wolfe, Professor Emeritus of the Department of Physics and the Department of Geological Science at Wright State University, on August 22, 2013. In the interview Dr. Wolfe discusses his career, how he came to Wright State, and his memories of the University.

Marilyn Willis And Lorraine Wagley Interview, Wright State University Women, Lewis Shupe, Marilyn Willis, Lorraine Wagley

Wright State University Retirees Association Oral History Project

Lewis Shupe interviewed Marilyn Willis and Lorraine Wagley from the Wright State University Women on July 25, 2013. The WSUW, Wright State University Women, was originally an organization of wives of faculty and administration until 1975 when the organization was opened up to Wright State University Women. In the interview Ms. Willis and Ms. Wagley discuss the history and purpose of the WSUW, how they came to Wright State, and their memories of the University.

Craig Willis Interview, Former Director Of Admissions, Wright State University, Lewis Shupe, Craig Willis

Wright State University Retirees Association Oral History Project

Lewis Shupe interviewed Dr. Craig Willis, President Emeritus of Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania, on July 25, 2013 about his time at Wright State University. In the interview Dr. Willis discusses how he came to Wright State, his career, and his memories of the University.

Dr. Snook And The Coed: The Theora Hix Affair And Murder, James R. Hennessy

Annual Conference Presentations, Papers, and Posters

Dr. James Howard Snook was born in South Lebanon, Ohio in Warren County in 1879. He was both an alumnus and later a faculty member of the Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine. In 1922 Dr. Snook married Helen Marple and had a daughter. In 1926 Dr. Snook began an affair with an OSU medical student, Theora Hix. The affair lasted about 2 years. During a visit in 1929 Theora Hix allegedly threatened to harm Dr. Snook's wife and child. Dr. Snook murdered her and was sentenced to death in February of 1930.

Rich Johnson Interview, Wright State University Employee, Lewis Shupe, Rich Johnson

Wright State University Retirees Association Oral History Project

Lewis Shupe interviewed Rich Johnson on May 3, 2012 about the founding of Wright State University and the development of the university. In the interview Mr Johnson discusses his career, memories, and how he came to Wright State.

Jerusalem: From The Ottomans To The British By Roberto Mazza (Review), Awad Halabi

History Faculty Publications

Review of the book Jerusalem: From the Ottomans to the British by Roberto Mazza.

Orlas Semler Schwallie Interview, Wright State University Employee, Lewis Shupe, Orlas Semler Schallie

Wright State University Retirees Association Oral History Project

Lewis Shupe interviewed Orlas Semler Schwallie on March 1, 2012 about the founding of Wright State University and the development of the university. In the interview Mrs. Schwallie discusses her career, memories, and how she came to Wright State.

Don Brumbaugh Interview, Wright State University Employee, Lewis Shupe, Don Brumbaugh

Wright State University Retirees Association Oral History Project

Lewis Shupe interviewed Don Brumbaugh on November 10, 2011 about the founding of Wright State University and the development of the university. In the interview Mr. Brumbaugh discusses his career and his decision to come to Wright State as a founding staff member.

Mustaches And Masculine Codes In Early Twentieth-Century America, Christopher Oldstone-Moore

History Faculty Publications

The purpose of this article is to deepen our understanding of twentieth-century masculinity by considering the social function of facial hair. The management of facial hair has always been a medium of gendered body language, and as such has elicited a nearly continuous private and public conversation about manliness. Careful attention to this conversation, and to trends in facial hairstyles, illuminates a distinct and consistent pattern of thought about masculinity in early twentieth-century America. The preeminent form of facial hair-mustaches- was used to distinguish between two elemental masculine types: sociable and autonomous. A man was neither wholly one nor the …