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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.

Nick Piediscalzi Interview, Professor Emeritus Department Of Religion, Wright State University, Pablo Banhos, Nick Piediscalzi

Wright State University Retirees Association Oral History Project

Pablo Banhos interviewed Nick Piediscalzi on September 12, 2011 about the founding of Wright State University and the development of the Department of Religion. In the interview Mr. Piediscalzi discusses his career and his decision to come to Wright State.

After speaking with Pablo Banhos, Nick Piediscalzi created a second video on September 24, 2011 to act as an addendum to the original interview. In this video he expands on various topics, including members of his department and other memories that came to him after the initial interview.

Gregg Cross Interview, Wright State University Alumnus, Chris Wydman, Gregg Cross

Wright State University Retirees Association Oral History Project

Chris Wydman interviewed Gregg Cross on August 12, 2010 about the founding of Wright State University and his perspective as a student athlete in the early years of the University. In the interview Mr. Cross discusses his career and his decision to come to Wright State as one of the early students.

Carol Devore Interview, Graduate From The Class Of 1968, Wright State University, Chris Wydman, Carol Devore

Wright State University Retirees Association Oral History Project

Chris Wydman interviewed Carol Devore on October 28, 2009 about the founding of Wright State University and her perspective as a student in the early years of the University. In the interview Mrs. Devore discusses her career and her decision to come to Wright State as one of the early students.

Robert Dixon Interview, Professor, College Of Engineering And Computer Science, Wright State University, Lewis Shupe, Robert Dixon

Wright State University Retirees Association Oral History Project

Lewis Shupe interviewed Robert Dixon on July 2, 2009 about the founding of Wright State University and the development of the College of Engineering and Computer Science. In the interview Dr. Dixon discusses his career and his decision to come to Wright State as a founding staff member.

Beatrice Chait Interview, Professor, College Of Education And Human Services, And Former Associate Dean And Director Of Teacher Education, Wright State University, Marlene Bireley, Beatrice Chait

Wright State University Retirees Association Oral History Project

Marlene Bireley interviewed Beatrice Chait on July 5, 2009 about the founding of Wright State University and the development of the College of Education and Human Services. In the interview Dr. Chait discusses her career and her decision to come to Wright State as a founding staff member. The original audio for this interview was damaged so a secondary interview was conducted through written questions.

Donald J. Mohr Interview, First Athletic Director And First Director Of Financial Aid, Wright State University, Ken Davenport, Donald J. Mohr

Wright State University Retirees Association Oral History Project

Ken Davenport interviewed Donald J. Mohr on April 4, 2001 about the founding of Wright State University and the development of the athletic program. In the interview Mr. Mohr discusses his career and his decision to come to Wright State as a founding staff member.

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. …

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. William D. Sawyer (5) Interview Conducted On February 20, 1985 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 fifth in a series of interviews with the Dean of the Wright State University School of Medicine, Dr. William D. Sawyer. In this interview, Dean Sawyer focuses upon specific aspects of his administration of the School of Medicine. In the first part of the interview Dean Sawyer discusses the recruiting criteria for new Department Chairers [sic] after he became Dean. He then moves into an analysis of the relations of the School of Medicine with the Cox Heart Institute, the Bob Hipple Lab, the Fels Research Institute and the Drew Health Center.

In the next portion of …

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 …

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 …

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.