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Interview With Bernardine Dohrn, Bernardine Dohrn
Interview With Bernardine Dohrn, Bernardine Dohrn
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In her interview with Ron Chepesiuk, Bernardine Dohrn detailed her part in the 60s anti-war movement. She covered such topics as the Gulf War, the feminist movement and gender rights, the Weather Underground, former SDS members, Kent State, and other movement events. Dohrn also discussed her involvement in dealing with poverty and children’s rights as a lawyer. Dohrn’s focuses before and after the Vietnam War was the failure of family court and the United States’ inability to deal with impoverished families and children. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Herman K. Harris, Herman K. Harris
Interview With Herman K. Harris, Herman K. Harris
Winthrop University Oral History Program
Rev. Herman K. Harris II (1939-1988) discusses his family background, growing up in Heath Springs, SC, the Civil Rights movement in the south (Rock Hill in particular), the Freedom Riders, Friendship College, drugs, students in general and the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP). Rev. Harris was involved in the movement from 1959 through 1964 and was arrested 33 times in the process. He participated in the Freedom Rides and was among those beaten in Anniston, Alabama. He attended Friendship College in Rock Hill, SC and graduated from Morris College in 1964. This interview took place on …
Interview With Walter Hardin, Walter Hardin
Interview With Walter Hardin, Walter Hardin
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In his August 27, 2015 interview with Michelle Dubert-Bellrichard, Walter Hardin shares his life story growing up on Winthrop Campus and discusses his career at Winthrop from 1987 through the present. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Bob Gorman, Robert M. Gorman
Interview With Bob Gorman, Robert M. Gorman
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In his August 20, 2015 interview with Michelle Dubert-Bellrichard, Bob Gorman describes his career at Winthrop from 1986-2014, and his involvement in the Vote of No Confidence in 1995. Gorman compares the Winthrop of 1986 to the Winthrop of today and recounts the history of Presidents from 1986 to the present. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Jason H. Silverman, Jason H. Silverman
Interview With Jason H. Silverman, Jason H. Silverman
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In his July 30, 2015 interview with Michelle Dubert-Bellrichard, Jason Silverman details his career at Winthrop since 1984. Silverman recalls the administrations of President Lader, Piper, DiGiorgio, and Comstock. In particular, Silverman recounts the events leading up to the vote of no confidence in 1995, his involvement as chair of faculty conference, and what happened on campus after the motion failed to pass. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Harry Dalton, Harry Dalton
Interview With Harry Dalton, Harry Dalton
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In his May 12, 2015 interview with Rebecca Masters, Harry Dalton shares his time at Winthrop as a student from 1976-1986 and how he remained involved with Winthrop ever since. Recalled are the accomplishments of DiGiorgio, Dalton’s thoughts on President Mahony, and how Winthrop has changed from his time as a student. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Sam Foster, Sam Foster
Interview With Sam Foster, Sam Foster
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In his April 15, 2015 interview with Rebecca Masters, Sam Foster rates the Presidency of Anthony DiGiorgio and recalls the evolution of Winthrop. Included, Foster shares his opinions on Winthrop’s strengths and weaknesses and what challenges Winthrop may face in the future. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Vivian Moore Carroll - Oh 245, Vivian Moore Carroll
Interview With Vivian Moore Carroll - Oh 245, Vivian Moore Carroll
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In her March 31, 2015 interview with Rebecca Masters, Vivian Carroll recalls her time at Winthrop as a day student in the early 1970s and serving on the Alumni Board. Carroll shares her opinions on DiGiorgio’s administration and how Winthrop has changed since the 1970s. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Ben Paxton, Ben Paxton
Interview With Ben Paxton, Ben Paxton
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In his March 25, 2015 interview with Jenna Kasmarik, Ben Paxton shares his opinions on Title IX’s influence on athletics at Winthrop, specifically in track. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Mark Cooke, Mark Cooke
Interview With Mark Cooke, Mark Cooke
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In his March 25, 2015 interview with Jenna Kasmarik, Mark Cooke details the role Title IX has played in athletics at Winthrop. Cooke details changes in recruitment and facilities. He also shares why he’s stayed at Winthrop for so many years. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Jim Johnston, Jim Johnston
Interview With Jim Johnston, Jim Johnston
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In his March 24, 2015 interview with Rebecca Masters, Jim Johnston details his time at Winthrop from 1983-2011 as a faculty filling several roles. Johnston also reveals the evolution of the sciences at Winthrop, his election as Chair of Faculty Conference and growth of athletics at Winthrop. In particular, Johnston recalls a mid-1990s vote of no confidence in the president and how Winthrop faculty responded. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Cid Carvalho, Cid Carvalho
Interview With Cid Carvalho, Cid Carvalho
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In his March 23, 2015 interview with Jenna Kasmarik, Cid Carvalho shares the story of his coming to Winthrop as a student and his career as head tennis coach. Carvalho details the evolution of the sport at Winthrop from facilities to the decision to break up coaching by men’s and women’s teams. Finally, Carvalho shares his opinion on Title IX and its change in sports at Winthrop. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Rich Posipanko, Rich Posipanko
Interview With Rich Posipanko, Rich Posipanko
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In his March 23, 2015 interview with Jenna Kasmarik, Rich Posipanko talks about how Winthrop built up its athletic department and the challenges it’s faced in the subsequent years. Specifically, Posipanko shares his opinions on how Title IX has affected athletics at Winthrop. Posipanko concludes his interview reminiscing of the changes he’s seen in the athletic department. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Doug Echols, Doug Echols
Interview With Doug Echols, Doug Echols
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In his March 16, 2015 interview with Rebecca Masters, Doug Echols comments on the transitions that took place at Winthrop from 1982- present. In particular, Echols provides detail on the efforts of the DiGiorgio Administration to build Winthrop as a brand and the struggles that Winthrop faced in this transition. Echols concludes his interview with ideas for bridging the gap between Winthrop and Rock Hill and his perceptions of the eleventh President’s role in the Rock Hill community. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Frank Ardaiolo, Frank Ardaiolo
Interview With Frank Ardaiolo, Frank Ardaiolo
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In his March 9, 2015 interview with Daniel Lee, Frank Ardaiolo shares his experience with and response to Hurricane Hugo. Ardaiolo recounts the destruction on Winthrop campus and how Hurricane Hugo helped establish new emergency response standards. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Gayle And Joe Lanford, Gayle Lanford, Joe Lanford
Interview With Gayle And Joe Lanford, Gayle Lanford, Joe Lanford
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In their March 4, 2015 interview with Rebecca Masters and John Gaston, Gayle and Joe Lanford detail their work with Anthony DiGiorgio and involvement with Winthrop. In particular, Gayle recalls her time as an undergraduate student from 1958-1962 navigating the rules and regulations of Winthrop. Joe shares his work bridging the gap between Winthrop and the City of Rock Hill and describes his role in design of Hardin Family Gardens at Winthrop. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Gina Price White, Gina Price White
Interview With Gina Price White, Gina Price White
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In her March 2, 2015 interview with Amber Kelley, Gina Price White shares her opinions on Winthrop’s move from Columbia to Rock Hill. White explains how Winthrop ended up in Rock Hill and clears up misconceptions of Benjamin Tillman’s role in Winthrop’s move. Included is information on what records would be most useful for research on this topic. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Thomas Hickman, Thomas Hickman
Interview With Thomas Hickman, Thomas Hickman
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In his February 27, 2015 interview with Jenna Kasmarik, Thomas Hickman shares his experiences complying with Title IX in the athletic department. Hickman lends his perspective on the pros and cons of Title IX and how the athletic department has changed since Title IX became law. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Anthony Digiorgio, Anthony Joseph Digiorgio
Interview With Anthony Digiorgio, Anthony Joseph Digiorgio
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In his February 20, 2015 interview with Daniel Lee, Anthony DiGiorgio recollects the impact Hurricane Hugo had on Winthrop University and the Rock Hill Community. DiGiorgio discusses weather reports leading up to the hurricane, his personal experience with the storm, and the aftermath of Hugo on campus. DiGiorgio shares the ways in which Winthrop University assisted the community and its faculty and staff. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Gabriel Paxton, Gabriel Paxton
Interview With Gabriel Paxton, Gabriel Paxton
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In his February 18, 2015 interview with Michelle Dubert-Bellrichard, Gabriel Paxton shares the story of founding the grassroots organization Rock Hill for Equality. Included are his experiences as an ally in the Southeast and the partnerships he made to support Rock Hill for Equality. Paxton provides insight on this civil rights movement and speculates why the South is slow to change. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Terry Plumb, Terry Plumb
Interview With Terry Plumb, Terry Plumb
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In his interview with Winthrop History Project staffers Rebecca Masters and John Gaston, conducted on Feb. 15, 2015, the retired editor of The Herald, Terry Plumb, recalls: how the Winthrop campus was viewed when he first arrived in Rock Hill in 1987; issues, opportunities and changes in the Winthrop campus over the 24 years of the DiGiorgio presidency and The Herald’s approach to reporting them, the role of regional and state politics and political philosophy in higher education funding in South Carolina over the years, and his observations regarding the 11-month presidency of Dr. Jamie Comstock-Williamson. This interview was …
Interview With Virginia Koch, Virginia Koch
Interview With Virginia Koch, Virginia Koch
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In her January 13, 2015 interview with Michelle Dubert-Bellrichard, Virginia Koch shared the memories of her Winthrop experience from 1970-1974. Koch explains why she attended Winthrop, her experiences with Rat Week, and why she struggled to find a job in her major. Included are the details of why she left South Carolina, and the numerous positions she held thereafter. Koch also shares her perspectives on major transitions at Winthrop and in the South. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Dennis Stamper, Dennis Stamper
Interview With Dennis Stamper, Dennis Stamper
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In his January 12, 2015 interview with Michelle Dubert-Bellrichard, Dennis Stamper shares his memories of being one of the first male, day students from 1969-1972. Stamper details his studies and professors from the Philosophy and Religion Department, as well as the Psychology Department. Stamper includes his perception of the atmosphere at Winthrop during a time of great change in the country, and how that experience coupled with his work in the Wesley Foundation and the influence he received from professors paved the way for he currently lives his life. Stamper concludes his interview detailing his studies and careers after Winthrop. …
Interview With Stephen Lovegrove, Stephen Lovegrove
Interview With Stephen Lovegrove, Stephen Lovegrove
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In his December 2014 interview with Michelle Dubert-Bellrichard, Stephen Lovegrove shares his story coming to Winthrop as an “out” student recently kicked out of a religious college. Lovegrove details his perception of the attitude toward LGBTQ people and issues in Winthrop and Rock Hill. Lovegrove identifies resources in the community that are beneficial to LGBTQ people. He also comments on the LGBTQ social movement in terms of growing acceptance and the challenges it will face. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Margaret Williamson, Margaret Williamson
Interview With Margaret Williamson, Margaret Williamson
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In her October 2, 2014 interview with Rebecca Nave, Margaret Williamson speaks of her time at Winthrop University during its transition into a coed institution. She talks of her involvement in various student organizations and athletics. She also talks of the changes in Winthrop, diversity wise, from when she was a student in 1974 to an employee at Winthrop today. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Jai Lee, Jai Lee
Interview With Jai Lee, Jai Lee
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In her January 14, 2014 interview with Cody Willis, Jai Lee shares her experience as an economic major from Korea. Lee discusses the differences between Korean colleges and Winthrop. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Anne Duncan, Anne Duncan
Interview With Anne Duncan, Anne Duncan
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In her January 7, 2014 interview with Cody Willis, Anne Duncan reminisces of her time at Winthrop from 1974-1978 as a Physical Education major. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Jane Rawls, Jane Rawls
Interview With Jane Rawls, Jane Rawls
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In her August 1, 2013 interview, Jane Rawls shares stories of her life as a student at Winthrop Training School in the 1960s and as “day student” in 1974. In particular, Rawls discusses life as a child and student in the 1960s. Rawls shares her perspective of the counterculture in the 1960s and 1970s and how Winthrop and the community were affected. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Jane West, Jane West
Interview With Jane West, Jane West
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In her July 15, 2013 interview with Martha Manning, Jane West details her time at Winthrop as a Biology major in the 1960s. Briefly, West discusses student life and Winthrop traditions, but she provides insight into her life student teaching at Florence High School. Additionally, West includes her experience in required courses like English and Math, as well as experiments conducted in her Biology courses. West concludes the interview with her overall perceptions of Winthrop. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History Program.
Interview With Regina Varnadore, Regina Varnadore
Interview With Regina Varnadore, Regina Varnadore
Winthrop University Oral History Program
In her June 26, 2013 interview with Martha Manning, Regina Varnadore details her time at Winthrop from 1986-1989 as an Elementary Education major. In particular, Varnadore describes the process of earning a degree in Elementary Education. Varnadore discusses her experience student teaching and her career as a teacher. Varnadore mentions her opinions on education in Rock Hill and employees in the school district. Provided is information on Varandore’s family, the story of Varnadore earning her Master’s degree, and her future in the teaching profession. This interview was conducted for inclusion into the Louise Pettus Archives and Special Collections Oral History …