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Time Machine, William B. Sims, Joseph P. Robinette, Reid W. Sorel Jan 2022

Time Machine, William B. Sims, Joseph P. Robinette, Reid W. Sorel

Honors Scholars Collaborative Projects

The album will be organic, raw, gritty country sound, inspired by vintage country/folk and bluegrass and encouraged by modern underground/alt country and new-wave folk.


Ua12/2/2 Talisman: Zeitgeist, Wku Student Affairs Apr 2020

Ua12/2/2 Talisman: Zeitgeist, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

2020 Talisman yearbook:

  • Mohr, Olivia. Zeitgeist
  • Disrupted – Photo Essay, COVID-19
  • Brandt, Jess. Cut Short – Edward Games, Grace Jones, Jarred Corona, Joshua Crask
  • Zambrano, Max. Point of No Return? – Stuart Foster, Climate Change
  • Francis, Kristina. Weapons Women Carry
  • Steele, Emma. Now & Again – Talisman
  • Gordon, Zora. Not Just Numbers – Sam Aldrich, Social Media
  • Christensen, Nicole. The K-Pop Phenomenon – Music
  • Hornsby, Morgan. Everything Starts with Mama – Warren County Regional Jail
  • McCormick, Dillon. Evolving Sport – Esports, Video Games
  • Sheffield, Catherine. Perfect Match – Travis Hudson, Volleyball
  • Dozer, Claire. Follow the Signs – Deafness, American Sign …


Dichotomies: Lessons From A College Life On Tour, Alexander J. Dontre Nov 2019

Dichotomies: Lessons From A College Life On Tour, Alexander J. Dontre

All Faculty and Staff Scholarship

In this unique memoir, the author reveals his struggles and triumphs as a touring musician pursuing a college education. From 2011-2017, Alex Dontre performed 505 concerts with his band Psychostick while simultaneously enrolled in rigorous online courses. It culminated with a master's degree in Business Psychology from Franklin University, at which time he gave the commencement speech at his graduation as valedictorian.


Ua12/2/2 2017 Talisman: Power, Wku Student Affairs Oct 2017

Ua12/2/2 2017 Talisman: Power, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

2017 Talisman yearbook.

  • Gibson, Helen. Letter from the Editor
  • Edwards, Aly. What's Your Superpower?
  • Mattison, Reed. Dangerous Heights - George Clark, Mountaineering
  • Voorhees, Jessica. Innovative Energy - Wei-Ping Pan
  • Voorhees, Jessica. Counterpunch - Rock Steady Boxing
  • Barritt, Brooklyn. B.G. Bosses - Small Business
  • Frint, Hunter. Cason's Cove: The Power of Family
  • Mitchell, McKenna. Picking Up the Mic - Reuben Bynes, Waco Bell
  • Mohr, Olivia. Hidden in Plain Sight - Human Trafficking
  • Mattingly, Evan. Voice Off - Noah Hancock, Deaf Persons
  • Robb, Hayley. Game, Set, Unmatched - Phillip Cole, Tennis
  • Good, Hannah. Damage Control - Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
  • Gordon, Zora. …


Ua1c11/84 David Livingston Photograph Collection, Wku Archives Jan 2016

Ua1c11/84 David Livingston Photograph Collection, Wku Archives

WKU Archives Collection Inventories

Photographs created by and about David Livingston during his time as leader of the Gemini jazz bands.


Ua1c11/83 Nancy Cron Photo Collection, Wku Archives Jan 2016

Ua1c11/83 Nancy Cron Photo Collection, Wku Archives

WKU Archives Collection Inventories

Photographs created by and about Nancy Cron during her time as a member of Gemini 14 jazz band.


Ua68/1/2 Potter College Of Arts & Letters Dean, Assistant Deans, Committees Events, Wku Archives Jan 2014

Ua68/1/2 Potter College Of Arts & Letters Dean, Assistant Deans, Committees Events, Wku Archives

WKU Archives Collection Inventories

Records created by the Potter College of Arts & Letters Dean's Office regarding events, performances, series, conferences, and lectures sponsored or produced by Potter College for faculty, staff, students and general public.

Includes records related to the Cultural Enhancement Committee, Fine Arts Festival, Faculty Lecture Series, Visual & Performing Arts and Kentucky Heritage Project.


Agenda: 2012 Energy Justice Conference And Technology Exposition, University Of Colorado Boulder. Center For Energy & Environmental Security, University Of Colorado Boulder. Colorado European Union Center Of Excellence, University Of Colorado Boulder. Presidents Leadership Institute Sep 2012

Agenda: 2012 Energy Justice Conference And Technology Exposition, University Of Colorado Boulder. Center For Energy & Environmental Security, University Of Colorado Boulder. Colorado European Union Center Of Excellence, University Of Colorado Boulder. Presidents Leadership Institute

2012 Energy Justice Conference and Technology Exposition (September 17-18)

Co-sponsored with the Colorado European Union Center of Excellence and the Presidents Leadership Institute at the University of Colorado Boulder.

The ability to harness energy is fundamental to economic and social development. Worldwide, almost 3 billion people have little or no access to beneficial energy resources for cooking, heating, water sanitation, illumination, transportation, or basic mechanical needs. Energy poverty exacerbates ill health and economic hardship, and reduces educational opportunities, particularly for women and children. Specifically, access to efficient and affordable energy services is a prerequisite for achieving the Millennium Development Goal (MDG) relating to poverty eradication.

In response, the UN …


Ua68/17/1 Potter College Of Arts & Letters Theatre & Dance Publications, Wku Archives Dec 2010

Ua68/17/1 Potter College Of Arts & Letters Theatre & Dance Publications, Wku Archives

WKU Archives Collection Inventories

Publications created by the department of Theatre & Dance including theatrical posters and programs, a newsletter, brochures, and more.


Ua12/2/1 Magazine, Wku Student Affairs Mar 1989

Ua12/2/1 Magazine, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Archives Records

Special magazine edition of the College Heights Herald featuring:

  • Poore, Chirs & Rob McCracken. It’s A Family Affair – Jack Harbaugh
  • Hart, John & Andy Lyons. Addiction: Research Shows Chemical Imbalance in Users’ Brains
  • Chatin, John. Film Brings Deadly Legend Alive – Ron Schidknect, Legend of the Pope Lick Monster
  • Tsimekles, Diane. Hatcher, Rob. Picasso’s: A Room for Bands to Grow In


Ua37/30/2 Wku Research Notecards - H Topics, Lowell Harrison Jan 1985

Ua37/30/2 Wku Research Notecards - H Topics, Lowell Harrison

Faculty/Staff Personal Papers

Notecards created by Lowell Harrison while researching his book Western Kentucky University. The cards transcribed are for 108 topics beginning with H ranging from Hail Storm to Hundred Club.


Ua37/30/2 Wku Research Notecards - Q-R Topics, Lowell Harrison Jan 1985

Ua37/30/2 Wku Research Notecards - Q-R Topics, Lowell Harrison

Faculty/Staff Personal Papers

Notecards created by Lowell Harrison while researching his book Western Kentucky University. The cards transcribed below are for 118 topics beginning with Q & R ranging from Qualifications: Teachers to Russian Taught.


Ua37/39 Gemini 77 Post-Tour Report, David Livingston Aug 1977

Ua37/39 Gemini 77 Post-Tour Report, David Livingston

Faculty/Staff Personal Papers

Report compiled for WKU regarding the Gemini 77 USO Caribbean tour. Includes list of students in the band, overview of concerts, itinerary, positive and negative aspects of the tour and a financial statement. Part of UA37/39 David Livingston Personal Papers donated by Pam Thurman.


Ua77/1 Western Alumnus, Vol. 42, No. 6, Wku Alumni Association Oct 1973

Ua77/1 Western Alumnus, Vol. 42, No. 6, Wku Alumni Association

WKU Archives Records

Alumni magazine published by WKU. This issue has the following articles:

  • Wood, Willson. He Did Not Teach Art - He Taught People - Ivan Wilson
  • Dixon, Frances. Russell Miller - Benevolent Despot of Western Theatre
  • The Ivan Wilson Center for Fine Arts
  • Conway, Sheila. For New Center . . . A Fine Arts Send-Off - Ivan Wilson Hall
  • Hackney, Karen & Richard Hackney. Soaring in '77: Satellite Research
  • Branham, Judy. Homecoming 1973
  • Conway, Sheila. Music, By Gemini! - Gemini 15
  • Given, Ed. For More Than A-Mews-ment - Marvin Mews
  • Dunn, Thomas. WKU Professors Complete International TV Research
  • Remember 1966-67
  • Pomp, …


Ua37/39 Kga Convention Program, David Livingston, Kentucky Gas Association May 1967

Ua37/39 Kga Convention Program, David Livingston, Kentucky Gas Association

Faculty/Staff Personal Papers

Program for the Kentucky Gas Association convention held at Park Mammoth. The Gemini 14 jazz band provided entertainment and are featured in the program. Part of UA37/39 David Livingston Personal Papers donated by Pam Thurman.