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Bennett, Agnes Interview For The Miami Valley College Of Nursing And Health Oral History Project, Carol Holdcraft, Agnes Bennett

Wright State University - Miami Valley College of Nursing and Health Oral History Project

Carol Holdcraft interviewed Agnes Bennett on April 30, 2002 about the founding of Wright State University College of Nursing and Health. In the interview, Bennett discusses her career and her decision to come to Wright State as a faculty member for the College of Nursing and Health.

Douglas Durko Interview (3) Conducted On May 8, 1985 About The Boonshoft School Of Medicine At Wright State University, Douglas Durko, James St. Peter

Boonshoft School of Medicine Oral History Project

This is the third in a series of interviews with Mr. Douglas R. Durko, Associate Dean for Hospital Affairs in the Wright State University School of Medicine. In the first part of this interview, Mr. Durko analyzes the impact of the Office of Hospital Affairs on the School of Medicine's residency programs. Some of the major aspects covered in this discussion include: funding for graduate medical education; the accreditation of the residency programs; contractual relationships between the School of Medicine and the area hospitals where the residencies are located; and the Residency Policy Committee.

In the second part of the …

Dr. Edward J. Spanier Interview (5) Conducted On May 1, 1985 About The Boonshoft School Of Medicine At Wright State University, Edward J. Spanier, James St. Peter

Boonshoft School of Medicine Oral History Project

In this fifth interview, Dr. Spanier finishes his discussion of the administration of the founding Dean of the School of Medicine, Dr. John R. Beljan. He discusses Dean Beljan's interaction with university leaders and the Dayton-area medical community, Dean Beljan's leadership and management style, and Dr. Beljan's move to the Office of Health Affairs as Vice-President.

Dr. Spanier goes on to describe the search for a new Dean, the appointment of Dr. William D. Sawyer, and the subsequent development and growth of the School of Medicine.

Dr. Edward J. Spanier Interview (4) Conducted On April 24, 1985 About The Boonshoft School Of Medicine At Wright State University, Edward J. Spanier, James St. Peter

Boonshoft School of Medicine Oral History Project

This is the fourth in a series of interviews with Dr. Edward J. Spanier, former Assistant Director of Health Affairs Planning and former Assistant Dean for Administration in the Wright State University School of Medicine. He is currently serving as Assistant Vice President for Financial Services, and Treasurer of Wright State University.

In this interview, Dr. Spanier continues his discussion of the development of the Wright State University School of Medicine and his activities as Assistant Dean for Administration in the School of Medicine. He also discusses the process of integrating the School of Medicine into the area medical community …

Dr. Robert J. Kegerreis Interview (5) Conducted On April 23, 1985 About The Boonshoft School Of Medicine At Wright State University, Robert J. Kegerreis, James St. Peter

Boonshoft School of Medicine Oral History Project

This is the fifth in a series of interviews with the President of Wright State University, Dr. Robert J. Kegerreis. This interview focuses on the priorities of School of Medicine development; perceptions of Dean Beljan; the School of Nursing controversy; and the appointment of Dr. Beljan as Vice President for Health Affairs and then University Provost.

Dr. Kegerreis first discusses the recruiting of department chairs; the building of the Medical Sciences building; the hospital affiliations; and recruitment of volunteer clinical faculty. President Kegerreis then analyzes how Dr. Beljan was perceived at the state level, by the community, and the University. …

Dr. Robert T. Conley Interview (3) Conducted On April 19, 1985 About The Boonshoft School Of Medicine At Wright State University, Robert T. Conley, James St. Peter

Boonshoft School of Medicine Oral History Project

In this third and final interview, Dr. Robert T. Conley completes his discussion of his involvement in the planning for and development of the Wright State University School of Medicine. Dr. Conley begins the interview with his move from the deanship of the College of Science and Engineering to an appointment as the first Vice-President of Health Affairs Planning at Wright State University. He discusses his responsibilities as Vice-President and his role in the development of other health education programs at Wright State University.

Dr. Conley then moves into an analysis of his interactions with the Ohio Board of Regents …

Dr. Robert J. Kegerreis Interview (4) Conducted On March 25, 1985 About The Boonshoft School Of Medicine At Wright State University, Robert J. Kegerreis, James St. Peter

Boonshoft School of Medicine Oral History Project

This is the fourth in a series of interviews with the President of Wright State University, Dr. Robert J. Kegerreis. The first part of the interview deals with the search for the first Dean of the School of Medicine. Dr. Kegerreis focuses on the different aspects of the search, including the composition of the Search Committee; the criteria developed by the Committee for selecting the Dean; the process of screening the candidate; and an analysis by President Kegerreis of the first three candidates. Dr. Kegerreis closes this first portion of the interview with a discussion of the reasoning behind the …

Dr. Robert T. Conley Interview (2) Conducted On March 6, 1985 About The Boonshoft School Of Medicine At Wright State University, Robert T. Conley, James St. Peter

Boonshoft School of Medicine Oral History Project

In this second of three interviews, Dr. Robert T. Conley discusses the effort to gain approval of Wright State University's plans to develop the School of Medicine in Dayton. Dr. Conley first focuses on the support given by the Dayton medical community to Wright State University's efforts to gain legislative approval of the School of Medicine. In particular the endeavors of Dr. Richard DeWall are highlighted.

Dr. Conley then continues his review of the struggle to win approval of the School of Medicine with an analysis of the political support for the School of Medicine. The importance of the support …

Ms. Susan Williams Interview (2) Conducted On March 4, 1985 About The Boonshoft School Of Medicine At Wright State University, Susan Williams, James St. Peter

Boonshoft School of Medicine Oral History Project

This is the second in a series of interviews with Ms. Susan Williams, Assistant to the Dean of the Wright State University School of Medicine. In this interview, Ms. Williams continues her discussion of her career with the School of Medicine begun in the first interview. This second interview covers the period from the arrival of the second Dean, Dr. William D. Sawyer, to the present.

Ms. Williams discusses her appointment to the position of Assistant to the Dean, her responsibilities and activities, and her interaction with the faculty and staff of the School. Ms. Williams also compares and contrasts …

Dr. J. Robert Suriano Interview (4) Conducted On February 27, 1985 About The Boonshoft School Of Medicine At Wright State University, J. Robert Suriano, James St. Peter

Boonshoft School of Medicine Oral History Project

This is the fourth in a series of interviews with Dr. J. Robert Suriano, Associate Dean for Admissions and Student Affairs in the Wright State University School of Medicine. In this interview Dr. Suriano continues his reflection on individuals who played key roles in the development of the School of Medicine. Dr. Suriano also discusses the composition and dynamics of the Executive Committee of the School of Medicine.

Ms. Susan Williams Interview (1) Conducted On February 20, 1985 About The Boonshoft School Of Medicine At Wright State University, Susan Williams, James St. Peter

Boonshoft School of Medicine Oral History Project

This is the first in a series of interviews with Ms. Susan Williams. Assistant to the Dean of the Wright State University School of Medicine. In this interview, Ms. Williams discusses her first years with the School, from September, 1975 to the departure of the first Dean, Dr. John R. Beljan. She describes the early years of the School's development and her own career in the Dean's Office. Ms. Williams provides an interesting perspective on working with some of the early staff and faculty of the School of Medicine, including the first Dean, Dr. John R. Beljan; Mrs. Regina Borum; …

Dr. Edward J. Spanier Interview (3) Conducted On February 18, 1985 About The Boonshoft School Of Medicine At Wright State University, Edward J. Spanier, James St. Peter

Boonshoft School of Medicine Oral History Project

This is the third in a series of interviews with Dr. Edward J. Spanier, former Assistant Director of Health Affairs Planning and former Assistant Dean for Administration in the Wright State University School of Medicine. He is currently serving as Assistant Vice President for Financial Services, and Treasurer of Wright State University.

In this third interview, Dr. Spanier focuses upon the search for and appointment of the first Dean of the School of Medicine, Dr. John R. Beljan, and the development of the School of Medicine after his arrival. Dr. Spanier discusses in particular his appointment as Assistant Dean for …

Dr. William D. Sawyer Interview (4) Conducted On January 11, 1985 About The Boonshoft School Of Medicine At Wright State University, William D. Sawyer, James St. Peter

Boonshoft School of Medicine Oral History Project

In this fourth in a series of six interviews Dr. William Sawyer, Dean of the Wright State University School of Medicine, discusses his thoughts and activities upon his arrival at Wright State University to succeed Dean John Beljan.

Dean Sawyer first discusses his first impressions of the university and the School of Medicine, then moves into a discussion of his first priorities as Dean. He addresses the first of three major areas of concern to him as Dean: the academic standards of promotion and progress in the School of Medicine.

In his discussion of academics Dean Sawyer then focuses on …

Dr. Edward J. Spanier Interview (2) Conducted On January 8, 1985 About The Boonshoft School Of Medicine At Wright State University, Edward J. Spanier, James St. Peter

Boonshoft School of Medicine Oral History Project

This is the second in a series of interviews with Dr. Edward J. Spanier, former Assistant Director of Health Affairs Planning and former Assistant Dean for Administration in the Wright State University School of Medicine. He served as Assistant Vice President for Financial Services, and Treasurer of Wright State University.

In the first part of this interview, Dr. Spanier continues his discussion of the planning process for the School of Medicine, and the approval of that plan. Dr. Spanier relates his reactions to key events in the process of gaining legislative approval for the School of Medicine.

In the second …

The Wright State University School Of Medicine Oral History Project: An Analysis And Evaluation By James St. Peter, James St. Peter

Boonshoft School of Medicine Oral History Project

A written evaluation explaining the steps taken for the Wright State University School of Medicine Oral History Project conducted by James St. Peter a graduate student at the university.

Dr. Robert J. Kegerreis Interview (2) Conducted On December 12, 1984 About The Boonshoft School Of Medicine At Wright State University, Robert J. Kegerreis, James St. Peter

Boonshoft School of Medicine Oral History Project

This is the second in a series of interviews with Wright State University President Dr. Robert J. Kegerreis. In this interview, Dr. Kegerreis opens with a discussion of his first priorities as the newly-appointed President of Wright State University, including his assumption of the responsibility for the promotion of a medical school at Wright State University. He goes on to examine the status of community support for a School of Medicine in Dayton at the time he became President and the opposition to Wright State University planning that was encountered when the proposals went to the Ohio Board of Regents. …

Dr. J. Robert Suriano Interview (3) Conducted On December 11, 1984 About The Boonshoft School Of Medicine At Wright State University, Robert Suriano, James St. Peter

Boonshoft School of Medicine Oral History Project

This is the third in a series of interviews with Dr. J. Robert Suriano, Associate Dean for Admissions and Student Affairs of the Wright State University School of Medicine. In this interview Dr. Suriano focuses on the leadership of the School of Medicine, first focusing on the founding Dean, Dr. John R. Beljan, and his successor, Dr. William D. Sawyer.

Dr. Suriano then reflects upon those individuals who played key roles in the development of the School of Medicine.

Dr. Robert D. Reece Interview (2) Conducted On November 7, 1984 About The Boonshoft School Of Medicine At Wright State University, Robert D. Reece, James St. Peter

Boonshoft School of Medicine Oral History Project

This is a second in a series of interviews with Dr. Robert D. Reece, Associate Professor and Chairman of the Department of Medicine in Society in the Wright State University School of Medicine. In this interview Dr. Reece continues his discussion of various aspects of the development of his department and of the School of Medicine.

In the first portion of the interview Dr. Reece continues his examination of the development of the curriculum of his department. In specific, Dr. Reese looks at the Weekend Intervention Program: its development by Dr. Harvey Segal; its operations; and its success.

The second …

Robert Stuhlman Interview (2) Conducted On October 26, 1984 About The Boonshoft School Of Medicine At Wright State University, Robert Stuhlman, James St. Peter

Boonshoft School of Medicine Oral History Project

This is the second of two interviews with Dr. Robert Stuhlman, Director of the Laboratory Animal Resources and the Interdisciplinary Teaching Laboratories in the Wright State University School of Medicine. In this interview, Dr. Stuhlman discusses the two programs under his direction in the period after the arrival of Dr. William Sawyer as the second Dean of the School of Medicine.

Dr. Stuhlman continues with the impact of new School of Medicine programs on his two programs and what lies ahead in the future for both of his programs and the School of Medicine.

In the second part of the …

Dr. William D. Sawyer Interview (3) Conducted On October 22, 1984 About The Boonshoft School Of Medicine At Wright State University, William D. Sawyer, James St. Peter

Boonshoft School of Medicine Oral History Project

This is the third in a series of six interviews with Dr. William D. Sawyer, Dean of the Wright State University School of Medicine. In this third interview Dean Sawyer discusses in-depth his experiences, thoughts and impressions as a candidate for the Deanship of the School of Medicine. Dean Sawyer describes his three visits as a candidate to Wright State University and Dayton and his thoughts and impressions after each visit. Dean Sawyer then goes on to describe his decision to accept the Deanship in terms of its advantages and disadvantages.

In the second part of the interview Dean Sawyer …

Mrs. Regina Borum Interview (2) Conducted On May 16, 1984 About The Boonshoft School Of Medicine At Wright State University, Regina Borum, James St. Peter

Boonshoft School of Medicine Oral History Project

In this second interview, Mrs. Borum continues her description of responsibilities and duties, concentrating on her interactions with the press and organizations outside of the university. Mrs. Borum then turns to the development of the School of Medicine's Development Department, and her thoughts and recollections on key people in the School of Medicine's development.

Richard Dewall Interview Conducted On May 5, 1984 About The Boonshoft School Of Medicine At Wright State University, Richard Dewall, James St. Peter

Boonshoft School of Medicine Oral History Project

This interview is with Dr. Richard DeWall, a prominent Dayton Cardio-thoracic surgeon. In this first interview Dr. DeWall discusses his background prior to coming to the Dayton area and his initial activities in the Cox Heart Institute and Kettering Memorial Hospital. He then goes on to describe how he first became interested in a school of medicine in Dayton, how he focused on Wright State University as the location for that school of medicine and his initial contacts with community and Wright State University leaders in which he lobbied for the school.

In the second part of this interview, Dr. …

Mrs. Regina Borum Interview (1) Conducted On April 12, 1984 About The Boonshoft School Of Medicine At Wright State University, Regina Borum, James St. Peter

Boonshoft School of Medicine Oral History Project

In this first interview with Mrs. Regina Borum, second Administrative Assistant to Dean Beljan of the Wright State School of Medicine, Mrs. Borum describes her background, hiring by Dean Beljan, and her initial impressions of the Wright State School of Medicine. She goes on to describe her responsibilities and duties. Mrs. Borum provides some fascinating insights into specific areas of the School of Medicine's development such as faculty and staff development, the visitations of the Liason [sic] Committee on Medical Education, and the leadership style of Dean John Beljan.

Dr. Lionel Newsom Interview Conducted On April 11, 1984 About The Boonshoft School Of Medicine At Wright State University, Lionel Newsom, James St. Peter

Boonshoft School of Medicine Oral History Project

In this interview, Dr. Lionel Newsom, President of Central State University, traces and discusses the involvement of Central State University in the organization and development of the Wright State University School of Medicine. President Newsom also discusses Black community concerns with minority recruitment and involvement in the School of Medicine and the factors that have inhibited increased Central State University participation in the School of Medicine.

Raymond A. Palmer Interview Conducted On April 6, 1984 About The Boonshoft School Of Medicine At Wright State University, Raymond A. Palmer, James St. Peter

Boonshoft School of Medicine Oral History Project

In this interview, Mr. Raymond A. Palmer, first Health Sciences Librarian of the Wright State University School of Medicine, discusses the initial development and the first years of the Health Sciences Library. Particular attention is focused on his background, his coming to Wright State University, his initial activities and priorities as Health Sciences Librarian of a new School of Medicine, the development and growth of the Health Sciences Library, and his responsibilities and activities in the school and with the area hospitals. Important areas in the interview also include Mr. Palmer's perceptions of the overall School of Medicine development and …

David Buzzard Interview (3) Conducted On March 16, 1984 About The Boonshoft School Of Medicine At Wright State University, David Buzzard, James St. Peter

Boonshoft School of Medicine Oral History Project

This third and final interview with Dr. David Buzzard, first Director of Communications of the Wright State University School of Medicine, consists of Dr. Buzzard's thoughts and recollections on some of the individuals who were leaders of and/or instrumental in the development of the Wright State University School of Medicine.

David Buzzard Interview (2) Conducted On March 9, 1984 About The Boonshoft School Of Medicine At Wright State University, David Buzzard, James St. Peter

Boonshoft School of Medicine Oral History Project

This second in a series of interviews with Dr. David Buzzard, first Director of Communications for the Wright State University School of Medicine, is divided into two parts. The first part of the interview deals with the interactions of the School of Medicine and institutions outside of Wright State University; the area hospitals, the mergers with other major medical research organizations, the Drew Health Center, the Veterans Administration, Wright Patterson Air Force Base, the development of the School of Medicine newsletter ("Vital Signs") and the student outreach programs of the School of Medicine.

The second part of the interview deals …

David Buzzard Interview (1) Conducted On February 24, 1984 About The Boonshoft School Of Medicine At Wright State University, David Buzzard, James St. Peter

Boonshoft School of Medicine Oral History Project

In this first of three interviews, Dr. David Buzzard, first Director of Communications for the Wright State University School of Medicine, discusses his background prior to coming to Wright State, his hiring as Director of Communications, his responsibilities and first priorities as Director, and his initial activities as Director.

Dr. Buzzard then goes on to describe the interactions between the Communications Department of the School of Medicine and the area media, the growth and staff development of the Department, and some of the major developments and special events of his tenure as first Director of Communications of the School of …

Samuel Kolmen Interview (2) Conducted On January 18, 1984 About The Boonshoft School Of Medicine At Wright State University, Samuel Kolmen, James St. Peter

Boonshoft School of Medicine Oral History Project

The second interview with Dr. Samuel N. Kolmen takes as its central theme the development of the bylaws for the School of Medicine, which Dr. Kolmen worked on as one of his first priorities upon arriving at Wright State University in 1975. Areas covered under the bylaws theme include: establishment of committee constituencies within School of Medicine committees; the political structure of the School of Medicine; the non-tenure system of the School of Medicine; policymaking in the School; the impact of the bylaws on the development of the School of Medicine and its integration into the university community.

Continuing the …

John R. Beljan M.D. Interview (6) Conducted On November 25, 1983 About The Boonshoft School Of Medicine At Wright State University, John R. Beljan, James St. Peter

Boonshoft School of Medicine Oral History Project

The sixth and final interview with Dr. John Beljan, founding Dean of the Wright State University School of Medicine, begins with a discussion of the challenges faced in integrating the Wright State University School of Medicine into the University community. Dr. Beljan discusses his thoughts on his inter-relationships with Wright State University President Dr. Robert Kegerreis, former Wright State University Provost Dr. Andrew Speigel, and others.

Dr. Beljan also reflects on the past and present development of the School of Medicine and explores possible future goals and areas of development.