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Full-Text Articles in Women's History
Ua45/6 Commencement Program, Wku Registrar
Ua45/6 Commencement Program, Wku Registrar
WKU Archives Records
Commencement program listing graduates.
The Greens Of Falls Of Rough: A Kentucky Family Biography 1795-1965, Hugh Ridenour
The Greens Of Falls Of Rough: A Kentucky Family Biography 1795-1965, Hugh Ridenour
Masters Theses & Specialist Projects
The purpose of writing about the Greens of Falls of Rough is to record the extraordinary lives of three generations of a prominent, but somewhat neglected, Kentucky family that contributed greatly to the history of the Commonwealth. This family’s activities parallel that history in social, economic and political aspects from the state’s inception to the 1960s.
In addition, this thesis should alleviate a pervasive misunderstanding regarding the identity of Willis Green, founder of the Greens of Falls of Rough. Mr. Green, a prominent Kentuckian in his own right, has been confused with another Kentuckian, a Willis Green of Danville. The …
Interview With Yvonne Dodge Regarding Sarah Gertrude Knott (Fa 459), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives
Interview With Yvonne Dodge Regarding Sarah Gertrude Knott (Fa 459), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives
FA Oral Histories
Transcription of an interview with Yvonne Dodge, Princeton, Kentucky, conducted by Michael Ann Williams regarding the life of Sarah Gertrude Knott and her sister Gladys Knott. Dodge discusses the Knott family, but the majority of the interview focuses on Sarah's personal and professional life, including her work with the National Folk Festival.
Abwa (July 1996), Department Of Library Special Collections
Abwa (July 1996), Department Of Library Special Collections
The Colonelette
On September 22, 1949, Shirley Cupp, Irma Beisel, Frances Stuckey and Mr. Hilary Bufton Jr. met in a coffee shop in downtown Kansas City to incorporate the American Business Women’s Association (ABWA). Jean Fulkerson helped start The Kentucky Colonels Chapter on 3 June 1964 in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Twenty-six women met at Western Hills Restaurant and elected Linda Sidebottom as the first president. Besides providing professional development opportunities for local businesswomen, the Chapter gave scholarships to women furthering their education, and held social and recognition events throughout the year. Their newsletter, “The Colonelette,” was started in June 1964. Also included …
Ua68/13/4 Limited Edition, Wku Journalism
Ua68/13/4 Limited Edition, Wku Journalism
WKU Archives Records
Newspaper created by students participating in the Minority Journalism Workshop hosted by the WKU Journalism Department.
- Ramsey, Carine. Labor of Love - Judy Schwank
- Johnson, Shalana. Mayor Ties Fires to Race - Church arson
- Cunningham, Shalonda. Social Service Agencies' Funds Restored
- Davis, Tonie. Nece's Place - Earnece Walker
- Carroll, Tyneia. Cornelius Martin Shucks Corn for Cars
- Davis, Tonie. Elderly Foster Goodwill at Girls Club
- Seymore, Shauna. Howard Bailey Combines Hard Work, Compassion
- Rucker, Lori. Students Get Basics at the News
- Carroll, Tyneia. Freshman Program Hopes to Lessen Dropout Rate
- Doss, Tremecca. Church Burning Investigation Efforts Minimal
- Rucker, Lori. Police Need …
Abwa (June 1996), Department Of Library Special Collections
Abwa (June 1996), Department Of Library Special Collections
The Colonelette
On September 22, 1949, Shirley Cupp, Irma Beisel, Frances Stuckey and Mr. Hilary Bufton Jr. met in a coffee shop in downtown Kansas City to incorporate the American Business Women’s Association (ABWA). Jean Fulkerson helped start The Kentucky Colonels Chapter on 3 June 1964 in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Twenty-six women met at Western Hills Restaurant and elected Linda Sidebottom as the first president. Besides providing professional development opportunities for local businesswomen, the Chapter gave scholarships to women furthering their education, and held social and recognition events throughout the year. Their newsletter, “The Colonelette,” was started in June 1964. Also included …
Abwa (May 1996), Department Of Library Special Collections
Abwa (May 1996), Department Of Library Special Collections
The Colonelette
On September 22, 1949, Shirley Cupp, Irma Beisel, Frances Stuckey and Mr. Hilary Bufton Jr. met in a coffee shop in downtown Kansas City to incorporate the American Business Women’s Association (ABWA). Jean Fulkerson helped start The Kentucky Colonels Chapter on 3 June 1964 in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Twenty-six women met at Western Hills Restaurant and elected Linda Sidebottom as the first president. Besides providing professional development opportunities for local businesswomen, the Chapter gave scholarships to women furthering their education, and held social and recognition events throughout the year. Their newsletter, “The Colonelette,” was started in June 1964. Also included …
Ua45/6 Commencement Program, Wku Registrar
Ua45/6 Commencement Program, Wku Registrar
WKU Archives Records
Commencement program listing graduates.
Ua12/2/37 The Transition Line, Vol. 2, Wku Women In Transition
Ua12/2/37 The Transition Line, Vol. 2, Wku Women In Transition
WKU Archives Records
Newsletter created by and about Women in Transition.
Abwa (March 1996), Department Of Library Special Collections
Abwa (March 1996), Department Of Library Special Collections
The Colonelette
On September 22, 1949, Shirley Cupp, Irma Beisel, Frances Stuckey and Mr. Hilary Bufton Jr. met in a coffee shop in downtown Kansas City to incorporate the American Business Women’s Association (ABWA). Jean Fulkerson helped start The Kentucky Colonels Chapter on 3 June 1964 in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Twenty-six women met at Western Hills Restaurant and elected Linda Sidebottom as the first president. Besides providing professional development opportunities for local businesswomen, the Chapter gave scholarships to women furthering their education, and held social and recognition events throughout the year. Their newsletter, “The Colonelette,” was started in June 1964. Also included …
Abwa (February 1996), Department Of Library Special Collections
Abwa (February 1996), Department Of Library Special Collections
The Colonelette
On September 22, 1949, Shirley Cupp, Irma Beisel, Frances Stuckey and Mr. Hilary Bufton Jr. met in a coffee shop in downtown Kansas City to incorporate the American Business Women’s Association (ABWA). Jean Fulkerson helped start The Kentucky Colonels Chapter on 3 June 1964 in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Twenty-six women met at Western Hills Restaurant and elected Linda Sidebottom as the first president. Besides providing professional development opportunities for local businesswomen, the Chapter gave scholarships to women furthering their education, and held social and recognition events throughout the year. Their newsletter, “The Colonelette,” was started in June 1964. Also included …
Abwa (January 1996), Department Of Library Special Collections
Abwa (January 1996), Department Of Library Special Collections
The Colonelette
On September 22, 1949, Shirley Cupp, Irma Beisel, Frances Stuckey and Mr. Hilary Bufton Jr. met in a coffee shop in downtown Kansas City to incorporate the American Business Women’s Association (ABWA). Jean Fulkerson helped start The Kentucky Colonels Chapter on 3 June 1964 in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Twenty-six women met at Western Hills Restaurant and elected Linda Sidebottom as the first president. Besides providing professional development opportunities for local businesswomen, the Chapter gave scholarships to women furthering their education, and held social and recognition events throughout the year. Their newsletter, “The Colonelette,” was started in June 1964. Also included …
Ua94/6/1 Scrapbook, Anna Jo Cook, Betty Jo Cook
Ua94/6/1 Scrapbook, Anna Jo Cook, Betty Jo Cook
Student/Alumni Personal Papers
Photo scrapbook created by twins Anna Jo Cook Pickens and Betty Jo Cook Gibson. They were recruited as cheerleaders by E.A. Diddle in 1944. Items date from 1941 through 1996.
Clippings:
- Is Betrothed - Betty Jo Cook
- Starting Lineup for the Hilltoppers
- Cook Twins Praised Highly for Cheering
- Harmony & Rhythm
- Cook Twins to Tour with Western Quintet
- Western Whooper-Uppers
- McNerney, Jerry. Cook Twins Wow 'Em
- Pennington, Penny. Strictly Personal
- Friday Nighter's Cup Goes to Cook Twins
- Production Credit Association Annual Stockholders Meeting Set for Saturday
- Okay, Bring on the Twins, Is Reply for All-Star Game
- Knott, Larry. Western to …
Order Of The Eastern Star - Bowling Green, Kentucky (Mss 104), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives
Order Of The Eastern Star - Bowling Green, Kentucky (Mss 104), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives
MSS Finding Aids
Finding aid only for Manuscripts Collection 104. Includes applications and transfer papers (238) for members of the Park City Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star, Bowling Green, Kentucky. Also included is a brief, undated history of the chapter, lyrics to an anniversary song, a few yearbooks, and miscellaneous programs.
Ua77/3 Margaret Munday Oral History, Gene Crume
Ua77/3 Margaret Munday Oral History, Gene Crume
WKU Archives Records
An interview in 1996 with Margaret Munday first African American undergraduate to attend Western Kentucky University conducted by Gene Crume.