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Ua94/6/18 Stephen Flora Student / Alumni Papers, Wku Archives Jan 2024

Ua94/6/18 Stephen Flora Student / Alumni Papers, Wku Archives

WKU Archives Collection Inventories

Records created by and about Stephen Flora during his years as a student at Western Kentucky University.


Carter, Tim Lee, 1910-1987 - Relating To (Sc 2931), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives Aug 2015

Carter, Tim Lee, 1910-1987 - Relating To (Sc 2931), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives

MSS Finding Aids

Finding aid only for Manuscripts Small Collection 2931. Materials relating to Tim Lee Carter, a Tompkinsville, Kentucky physician and member of the U.S. Congress from 1965-1981. Includes clippings, biographical data, correspondence relating to medical malpractice legislation, and programs, memoranda and publicity relating to the opening of the Carter Congressional Collection at Western Kentucky University. Also includes a pencil sketch of Carter.


Ua12/2/33 Black History Month, Wku Association For The Study Of African American Life & History Feb 2014

Ua12/2/33 Black History Month, Wku Association For The Study Of African American Life & History

WKU Archives Records

WKU Black History Month events poster.


Graham, Robert Duke, 1900-1984 (Mss 473), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives Sep 2013

Graham, Robert Duke, 1900-1984 (Mss 473), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives

MSS Finding Aids

Finding aid only for Manuscripts Collection 473. Correspondence and scrapbooks of Robert D. Graham, Democratic mayor of Bowling Green, Kentucky from 1960-1963 and 1968-1971. The materials mostly document his public career, but some personal papers, including those of his wife Edith, are included.


Carter, Tim Lee, 1910-1987 (Mss 80), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives May 2013

Carter, Tim Lee, 1910-1987 (Mss 80), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives

MSS Finding Aids

Finding aid only for Manuscripts Collection 80. Correspondence, photographs, audiotapes, film, clippings, general office files, and records of legislative proceedings relating to the political career of Tim Lee Carter, U.S. Representative (Republican) for Kentucky's Fifth Congressional District, 1965-1981.


Chelf, Carl Philip, 1937-2011 (Sc 2256), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives May 2010

Chelf, Carl Philip, 1937-2011 (Sc 2256), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives

MSS Finding Aids

Finding aid only for Manuscripts Small Collection 2256. Transcription of an interview with Tim Lee Carter, former U.S. Representative of Kentucky's 5th Congressional district, by Dr. Carl P. Chelf, government professor at Western Kentucky University, 21 October 1982.


Edmonson County, Kentucky - New Deal Program Files (Mss 95), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives Jul 2008

Edmonson County, Kentucky - New Deal Program Files (Mss 95), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives

MSS Finding Aids

Finding aid and list of Civilian Conservation Corps applicants (Click on "Additional Files" below) for Manuscripts Collection 95. Administrative files, chiefly applications and correspondence, for three Edmonson County, Kentucky New Deal programs: the Civilian Conservation Corps, the National Youth Administration, and the Works Progress Administration.


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 83, No. 20, Wku Student Affairs Nov 2007

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 83, No. 20, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 83, No. 19, Wku Student Affairs Nov 2007

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 83, No. 19, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 83, No. 16, Wku Student Affairs Oct 2007

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 83, No. 16, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 83, No. 14, Wku Student Affairs Oct 2007

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 83, No. 14, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 83, No. 9, Wku Student Affairs Sep 2007

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 83, No. 9, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 81, No. 40 [44], Wku Student Affairs Apr 2006

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 81, No. 40 [44], Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles in this issue:

  • Paul, Corey. Preacher, Students Clash – Donnie Morris
  • Coulter, Amber. Regents to Vote on Fee
  • Coulter, Amber. Rapid Change Coming for Western Leadership - John Petersen, Sherry Reid, Elmer Gray
  • Harrell, Bobby. Singing Opera Is Music Professor’s ‘Quintessential Art’ – Robert Pope
  • Paul, Corey. Death Investigation Continues – Allison Carter
  • Sad Reminder – Allison Carter
  • Maggert, Terry – PETA Not That Great
  • Lucas, Brandon. Student Government Association is Useless
  • Tetreault, Jeff. Immigrants Should Stay
  • Miller, Stephen. Police Officers Should Slow Down
  • Schmidt, Tara. Ryan Dillion’s …


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 81, No. 24, Wku Student Affairs Jan 2006

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 81, No. 24, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles in this issue:

  • Coulter, Amber. Budget Won’t Cover Costs
  • Paul, Corey. Fires Destroy Local Houses - Arson
  • Harrell, Bobby. J-term Enrollment Higher than University of Kentucky’s
  • Bosken, Nina. Race Machine Brings Diversity to Downing University Center – Video Games
  • Coulter, Amber. Study Finds Salary Equity
  • Coulter, Amber. Donor Helps Scholarship Increase
  • Governor Ernie Fletcher’s Folly
  • Watt, Wes. Opinion Page is Everyone’s Page
  • Casagrande, Michael. Note from the Editor
  • McNamara, Andrew. Additions to Downing University Center Centralize Services
  • Harrell, Bobby. Governor’s Comments Ignite Intelligent Design Debate
  • Paul, Corey. Professors, …


Ua1b2/1 Proclamation, Kentucky. Senate Jan 2006

Ua1b2/1 Proclamation, Kentucky. Senate

WKU Archives Records

Proclamation in honor of the centennial celebration of Eastern Kentucky and Western Kentucky Universities. The two schools were chartered jointly in 1906. The proclamation is signed by David Williams, Brett Guthrie and Ed Worley.


Ua1b2/1 Student Government History, Nadia Deleon Apr 2004

Ua1b2/1 Student Government History, Nadia Deleon

Student/Alumni Personal Papers

A brief overview of the growth of student government at WKU written for History & the Internet, Spring 2004.


Ua1b2/1 The Jonesville Controversy, Ali Wright Feb 2004

Ua1b2/1 The Jonesville Controversy, Ali Wright

Student/Alumni Personal Papers

Overview of the history of the African-American community, Jonesville and its demise through urban renewal in the 1960s.


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 31, Wku Student Affairs Jan 1997

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 31, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

Regular features include:

  • Just a Second
  • Campus Line
  • For the Record / Crime Reports
  • People Poll
  • Sports
  • Diversions
  • Movie Reviews
  • Classifieds

Articles in this issue:

  • Batcheldor, Matt. Student Government Association Gives Rides to Students
  • Stamper, John. Four More Years – Bill Clinton
  • Miller, Nerissa. Students Divided Along Racial Lines
  • Lenz, Rebecca. Credit Card Companies Target Students
  • We’re Dealing with a Warped Mind
  • With Cherry Hall Under the Weather, Inspections Are Vital
  • Brown, Karen. Education, English Real Issue, Not Ebonics
  • Stamper, John. Inauguration Reveals More Than Politics
  • Hutchins, Chris. Gen …


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 23, Wku Student Affairs Nov 1996

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 23, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

Regular features include:

  • Just a Second
  • Campus Line
  • For the Record / Crime Reports
  • People Poll
  • Sports
  • Diversions
  • Movie Reviews
  • Classifieds

Articles in this issue:

  • Brewer, Jerry. March: Students Remember Meaning – Million Man March
  • Stamper, John. Siren Stirs Up Campus – Tornados
  • Hall, Jason. Racism Had Little Affect on Amendment Vote
  • Craig, Ryan. Children’s Plays Offer More Than Entertainment
  • Campus Should Heed Tornado Siren
  • Taylor, Saddler. Writer Stereotyping
  • Robinson, George. All Races Should Go Get on the Bus
  • House, Jon. Greeks a Family
  • Craig, Ryan. First Dates Plagued …


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 22, Wku Student Affairs Nov 1996

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 22, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

Regular features include:

  • Just a Second
  • Campus Line
  • For the Record / Crime Reports
  • People Poll
  • Sports
  • Diversions
  • Movie Reviews
  • Classifieds

Articles in this issue:

  • Batchelor, Matt. Student Issues Key – Presidential Election
  • Lega, Stephen. Bill Clinton Gets Four More
  • Lucas, Fred. Ross Perot Helps Stall Bob Dole
  • Hall, Jason. More Dumps Discovered on Western’s Farm
  • Lega, Stephen & Fred Lucas. Regents Retreat to Talk of Future Goals, Policies
  • No Matter Your Choice, Support President
  • Zirnheld, Stephanie. Tired of Racist Articles
  • Hutchins, Chris. Poems’ Verse Makes Student Curse
  • Armstrong, …


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 21, Wku Student Affairs Oct 1996

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 21, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

Regular features include:

  • Just a Second
  • Campus Line
  • For the Record / Crime Reports
  • People Poll
  • Sports
  • Diversions
  • Movie Reviews
  • Classifieds

Articles in this issue:

  • LaBelle, Charboneé. T-Shirts Signify Pain of Violence – Clothesline Project
  • LaBelle, Charboneé. Stumping in the Park – Tipper Gore
  • Lucas, Fred. Women’s Roles Increasing
  • Filter Through Muddy Campaigns
  • DeArmond, Allison. Thanks to Michelle Browning
  • Simmons, Darryn. War Approaching Between the Races
  • Baker, Emily. Comedian Dampens School Spirit, Event – Vic Henley
  • Gailor, Andrew. Steve Beshear for Students
  • Melton, Shana. Greeks About Bonds
  • Lucas, Fred. …


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 19, Wku Student Affairs Oct 1996

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 19, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

Regular features include:

  • Just a Second
  • Campus Line
  • For the Record / Crime Reports
  • People Poll
  • Sports
  • Diversions
  • Movie Reviews
  • Classifieds

Articles in this issue:

  • Stamper, John. DUI: Law Puts Brakes on Underage Drinking
  • Lucas, Fred. Students Break Stereotypes of Voter Apathy
  • LaBelle, Charboneé. Effects of Childhood Abuse Often Perpetuate Cycle
  • Davis, Rochelle. Temple Grandin Succeeds Despite Living with Autism
  • New DUI Law Unfair to Those Under Age
  • Bryant, Betty. Student Perseveres
  • Lott, Charles. Parking No Problem at Health Service
  • Simmons, Darryn. Interracial Dating Should be From Heart
  • Brewer, …


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 18, Wku Student Affairs Oct 1996

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 18, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

Regular features include:

  • Just a Second
  • Campus Line
  • For the Record / Crime Reports
  • People Poll
  • Sports
  • Diversions
  • Movie Reviews
  • Classifieds

Articles in this issue:

  • VanWinkle, Cara. Kappa Sigmas Banned – Hazing
  • Stamper, John. Girl’s Body Found – Morgan Violi
  • VanWinkle, Cara. Meeting’s Legality Raises Questions – Kappa Sigma
  • Hall, Jason. Finance: Candidates Sing Same Song on Student Issues
  • Hazing is Intolerable
  • Moats, Bill. Apology in Order
  • Shannon, Rick. Michelle Browning, Jack Kevorkian Are Both Wrong
  • Brewer, Jerry. Negro National Anthem Should be Appreciated by All
  • Brown, Karen. City …


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 16, Wku Student Affairs Oct 1996

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 16, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

Regular features include:

  • Just a Second
  • Campus Line
  • For the Record / Crime Reports
  • People Poll
  • Sports
  • Diversions
  • Movie Reviews
  • Classifieds

Articles in this issue:

  • Hall, Jason. Jack Kemp Pushes Tax Cut
  • Blanford, Scarlet. One World Many Cultures, No Barriers – International Festival
  • LaBelle, Charboneé. Coming Out Day Stresses Diversity and Education
  • Stamper, John. Vigil Stirs Haunting Memories – Alcohol Awareness Week
  • Hall, Jason. Committee to Investigate Dumping – WKU Farm
  • Student Government Association Resolution Needs Student Support
  • Bell, Thomas. Constitution Protects Freedom of Religion
  • Carr, Kip. Thanks to …


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 15, Wku Student Affairs Oct 1996

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 15, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

Regular features include:

  • Just a Second
  • Campus Line
  • For the Record / Crime Reports
  • People Poll
  • Sports
  • Diversions
  • Movie Reviews
  • Classifieds

Articles in this issue:

  • Hall, Jason & John Stamper. Battle for the 1996 Ballot
  • Lucas, Fred. Jack Kemp to Rally Students Today
  • Lega, Stephen. Buddhist Choir: When You Hear It, You’ll Know – International Festival
  • Blandford, Scarlet. Bowling Green Tastes International Flavor
  • Domestic Violence a Reality
  • Dicker, Regina. Parking a Hassle, Guide is Needed
  • Holloway, Todd. Commentary Wrong
  • Leonard, Kim. Reward Judge for Doing Good – Joe Huddleston …


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 13, Wku Student Affairs Oct 1996

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 13, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

Regular features include:

  • Just a Second
  • Campus Line
  • For the Record / Crime Reports
  • People Poll
  • Sports
  • Diversions
  • Movie Reviews
  • Classifieds

Articles in this issue:

  • Hall, Jason. Farm’s Dumped Chemicals Identified
  • LaBelle, Charboneé. Departments to Determine Wage Increase
  • Lega, Stephen. Campus Bookstore May Go Private
  • Students Make a Difference by Voting
  • Bussey, Charles. Debate Nothing New
  • Ashworthe, Michael. Stories Appreciated
  • Mutter, Sharon. Aging is Different for Every Person
  • Flanagan, Beth. Church, State Don’t Mix Well
  • Simmons, Darryn. Crack: Government to Blame
  • Owens, Gina. Congress Bill Serves No Purpose
  • Bradley, …


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 10, Wku Student Affairs Sep 1996

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 10, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

Regular features include:

  • Just a Second
  • Campus Line
  • For the Record / Crime Reports
  • People Poll
  • Sports
  • Diversions
  • Movie Reviews
  • Classifieds

Articles in this issue:

  • Stamper, John. Carjacker Suspect Wanted in Two States – Steven Woolbright
  • LaBelle, Charboneé. Kentucky Legislators in Favor of Bill – Same-sex Marriage
  • Baker, Emily. Pain: Students Learn to Shape Lives Around Migraines
  • Crime Strikes Close to Home
  • Knaul, Krista. Congress Followed Will of Majority
  • Camplin, Troy. Ms. Flanagan Ignorant
  • Simmons, Darryn. Rapper’s Death Brings Lesson to All
  • Lega, Stephen. Bill of Rights Update Needed …


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 6, Wku Student Affairs Sep 1996

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 6, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

Regular features include:

  • Just a Second
  • Campus Line
  • For the Record / Crime Reports
  • People Poll
  • Sports
  • Diversions
  • Movie Reviews
  • Classifieds

Articles in this issue:

  • Stamper, John. Hurricane Fran
  • VanWinkle, Cara. Bill Clinton Rules Favored – Tobacco
  • Baker, Emily. Life With Diabetes is Bittersweet for Many Students
  • VanWinkle, Cara. Olympics: Greek Pledges Keep Spirit Alive
  • Signs of a World Becoming Less Humane
  • Browning, Michelle. Cancer: Protect Yourself from Harmful Rays
  • Hall, Jason. Board of Regents Get Frowns, Stars from Students
  • Simmons, Darryn. Purpose of Armed Services Questioned
  • Miller, Kristen. …


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 5, Wku Student Affairs Sep 1996

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 5, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

Regular features include:

  • Just a Second
  • Campus Line
  • For the Record / Crime Reports
  • People Poll
  • Sports
  • Diversions
  • Movie Reviews
  • Classifieds

Articles in this issue:

  • Lega, Stephen. Sophomores May Have to Live in Dorms
  • Leonard, Kim. Student Government Association Favors Housing Idea
  • Wright, Jennifer. Futures Burning at Stake – Tobacco Farming
  • Lucas, Fred. Rousing Republicans
  • Dorm Proposal Doesn’t Address Problems
  • Howell, Jay. Mike Esposito is Wrong About Republicans
  • Howard, Jake. Unwarranted Police Searches Wrong
  • Crume, Angela. Point in Commentary Needs to be Clarified
  • Hall, Jason. Provide-A-Ride Hinges on Student …


Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 4, Wku Student Affairs Aug 1996

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 72, No. 4, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

Regular features include:

  • Just a Second
  • Campus Line
  • For the Record / Crime Reports
  • People Poll
  • Sports
  • Diversions
  • Movie Reviews
  • Classifieds

Articles in this issue:

  • Lucas, Fred. Parties Seeking Identity – U.S. Presidential Campaign
  • Stamper, John. Tobacco Road – A Journey to the Harvest
  • Leonard, Kim. Kristen Miller Makes Plan to Drive Party-Goers Home
  • Leonard, Kim. Student Government Association Gives More Money to Campus Clubs
  • Night Owls Can Now Flock to the Library
  • Bradley, Ryan. Commentary Didn’t Have Facts Straight
  • Esposito, Mike. Voters Offered Two Major Differences
  • Howard, Jake. …