Oral History Commons^™

Mary Anne Angel Interview For A Wright State University History Course, Anna Carrera, Mary Anne Angel

Dayton and Miami Valley Oral History Project

On March 13, 2011 Anna Carrera interviewed Mary Anne Angel, co-found and co-director of Two Trees, Inc., for a class project dealing with oral histories and capturing the history of the Miami Valley. During the interview Mary discussed experiences growing up in the Appalachian region of Southern Ohio, the founding of Two Trees Inc., and the impact of her work.

Doug Axe Interview For A Wright State University History Course, Adam Masonbrink, Doug Axe

Dayton and Miami Valley Oral History Project

On March 5, 2011 Adam Masonbrink interviewed Doug Axe, a highly active and engaged member of the St. Mary’s City community, for a class project dealing with oral histories and capturing the history of the Miami Valley. During the interview Doug discusses his life, variety of jobs, and involvement in his local community.

Interview No. 1697, Victoria C. Schwartz S. L.

Combined Interviews

The interview takes place at the Convent of Loretto in El Paso Texas. She was born in St. Louis, Missouri. She was born on February 9, 1940. Her brother is 15 years older than her and mentions her parents were older when she was born. Her father was 40 years old and her mother was 38. She was taught at our Lady of Mt. Carmel for kindergarten through eight grade and then attended Sisters of Loretto High School. She then attended Webster University in St. Louis and graduated in 1963. Her final vows her done in 1966. She has been …

Carissa Higgins Interview For A Wright State University History Course, Cassie Higgins, Carissa Higgins

Dayton and Miami Valley Oral History Project

On March 04, 2011 Cassie Higgins interviewed Carissa Higgins, her mother and a teacher, for a class project dealing with oral histories and capturing the history of the Miami Valley. During the interview Carissa discussed having ADD, diving as a young adult, and her work as a teacher.

Judy Turner Interview For A Wright State University History Course, Ashley Whitaker, Judy Turner

Dayton and Miami Valley Oral History Project

On March 2, 2011 Ashley Whitaker interviewed Judy Turner, an Executive Director at the Alzheimer’s Association in Dayton, for a class project dealing with oral histories and capturing the history of the Miami Valley. During the interview Judy discussed her childhood, volunteering, working for the Alzheimer’s Association, and more.

Interview With James Myers, March 28 & 31, 2011, James P. Myers Jr., Brad R. Miller

Oral Histories

James Myers was interviewed on March 28 & 31, 2011 by Brad Miller about his childhood, collegiate years and teaching at Gettysburg College. He also discussed Carl Arnold Hanson's presidency, the political unrest during that time, and how the college has changed during his time here.

Length of Interview: 103 minutes

Course Information:

• Course Title: HIST 300: Historical Method
• Academic Term: Spring 2011
• Course Instructor: Dr. Michael Birkner '72

Collection Note: This oral history was selected from the Oral History Collection maintained by Special Collections & College Archives. Transcripts are available for browsing in the Special Collections Reading Room, 4 …

David Hurwitz Interview For A Wright State University History Course, Elise Kelly, David Hurwitz

Dayton and Miami Valley Oral History Project

On March 1, 2011 Elise Kelly interviewed David Hurwitz, a former professor at Wright State University, for a class project dealing with oral histories and capturing the history of the Miami Valley. During the interview David spoke about his family, activist father, education, and his various positions teaching in Ohio.

Regina Brewer Interview For A Wright State University History Course, Kristi Verboon, Regina Brewer

Dayton and Miami Valley Oral History Project

On February 28, 2011 Kristi Verboon interviewed Regina Brewer, a 2010 Ten Top Women of Dayton recipient, for a class project dealing with oral histories and capturing the history of the Miami Valley. During the interview Regina discussed working to help the homeless community in Dayton, her surprise and honor winning the Ten Top Women of Dayton award, and more.

Jean Lauterbach Interview For A Wright State University History Course, Erica Terrill, Jean Lauterbach

Dayton and Miami Valley Oral History Project

On February 26, 2011 Erica Terrill interviewed Jean Lauterbach, a community leader and history teacher from Lakota East High School, for a class project dealing with oral histories and capturing the history of the Miami Valley. During the interview Jean discussed her childhood, education, the founding of the Kettering Travelers program, and more.

Diane Wilson Interview For A Wright State University History Course, Cassie Higgins, Diane Wilson

Dayton and Miami Valley Oral History Project

On February 24, 2011 Cassie Higgins interview Diane Wilson, President of the American Tissue Association, for a class project dealing with oral histories and capturing the history of the Miami Valley. In the interview Diane talked about growing up in Everit[sic] Washington, moving to Dayton with her husband, and working at Community Tissue Services.

Margaret Knapke Interview For A Wright State University History Course, Christopher Erb, Margaret Knapke

Dayton and Miami Valley Oral History Project

On February 23, 2011 Christopher Erb interviewed Margaret Knapke, a human rights and peace activist, for a class project dealing with oral histories and capturing the history of the Miami Valley. During the interview Margaret discussed her activism, her involvement with SOA Watch, her work with holistic body healing, and more.

Joanne Rohrer Interview For A Wright State University History Course, Kristi Verboon, Joanne Rohrer

Dayton and Miami Valley Oral History Project

On February 21, 2011 Kristi Verboon interviewed JoAnne Rohrer, co-founder of the Miami Women’s Center in Kettering, on February 21, 2011 for a class project dealing with oral histories and capturing the history of the Miami Valley. During the interview JoAnne discussed her childhood, her work with the Women’s Center, and more.

Dick And Carol Cronk Interview For A Wright State University History Course, Janell A. Tebbe, Dick Cronk

Dayton and Miami Valley Oral History Project

On February 21, 2011 Janell Tebbe interviewed Dick and Carol Cronk, a retired aerospace engineer and a preschool teacher respectively, for a class project dealing with oral histories and capturing the history of the Miami Valley. During the interview Dick and Carol discussed their backgrounds, their married life together, their work with other couples, and their efforts with Marriage Ministry.

Janet Chappell Interview For A Wright State University History Course, Bethany Chappell-Saxton, Janet Chappell

Dayton and Miami Valley Oral History Project

On February 20, 2011 Bethany Chappell-Saxton interviewed Janet Chappell, a nurse in Dayton, for a class project dealing with oral histories and capturing the history of the Miami Valley. During the interview Janet discussed her education, her elopement, her community activism, and more.

Tony Ortiz Interview For A Wright State University History Course, Elise Kelly, Tony Ortiz

Dayton and Miami Valley Oral History Project

On February 18, 2011 Elise Kelly interviewed Tony Ortiz, Director of Athletic Training at Wright State University, for a class project dealing with oral histories and capturing the history of the Miami Valley. During the interview Tony discussed growing up in Lorain, Ohio in the 50s and 60s, his education, and his work with the Latino Community.

Marsha Froelich Interview For A Wright State University History Course, Ashley Whitaker, Marsha Froelich

Dayton and Miami Valley Oral History Project

On February 18, 2011 Ashley Whitaker interviewed Marsha Froelich, Executive Director at Clothes That Work at the Dayton Job Center, for a class project dealing with oral histories and capturing the history of the Miami Valley. During the interview Marsha discussed her childhood in the 50s and 60s, her experience in fund-raising, and her work with Clothes That Work.

Cindy Good Interview For A Wright State University History Course, Celeste Trejo, Cindy Good

Dayton and Miami Valley Oral History Project

On February 18, 2011 Celeste Trejo interviewed Cindy Good, Executive Director of the Miami Valley Women’s Center in Dayton, for a class project dealing with oral histories and capturing the history of the Miami Valley. During the interview Cindy discussed her family, previous occupations, as well as her work with the Abstinence Education Program at the Women’s Center.

Helenka Marculewicz Interview For A Wright State University History Course, Fred Coventry, Helenka Marculewicz

Dayton and Miami Valley Oral History Project

On February 17, 2011 Fred Coventry interviewed Helenka Marculewicz, Executive Director of the Board of Trustees for the Greater Dayton Volunteer Lawyers Project, for a class project dealing with oral histories and capturing the history of the Miami Valley. During the interview Helenka discussed attending Boston University, her work with SPECTRUM, and her work with the Greater Dayton Volunteer Lawyers Project.

Jan Greenriver Interview For A Wright State University History Course, Fred Coventry, Jan Greenriver

Dayton and Miami Valley Oral History Project

On February 16, 2011 Fred Coventry interviewed Jan GreenRiver, Projects Coordinator at Mental Health America, for a class project dealing with oral histories and capturing the history of the Miami Valley. During the interview Jan discussed her early life, her work with Mental Health America and Pave, and more.

Angela Addington Interview For A Wright State University History Course, Janell A. Tebbe, Angela Addington

Dayton and Miami Valley Oral History Project

February 16, 2011 Janell Tebbe interviewed Angela Addington, director of Hannah’s Treasure Chest, for a class project dealing with oral histories and capturing the history of the Miami Valley. During the interview Angela discussed her family history, community involvement, and the founding of Hannah’s Treasure Chest.