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The Seoul Summit 2010, Federated States Of Micronesia Postal Services

Rodney Lawrence Hurst, Sr. Stamp Collection

Barack Obama visit to Seoul, South Korea, Federated States of Micronesia, sheet of 4 stamps. The President Obama International Stamp Collection.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 86, No. 17, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles:

• Carter, Caitlin. Tornado Warnings Prompt Concerns – Weather
• Wade, Katherine. On the Trail – Elections
• Stunson, Mike. Research Could Affect Faculty Divisions
• Kriz, Lindsay. Mixing Alcohol, Energy Drinks Could be Dangerous
• Duvall, Tessa. Scholarship Named in Student’s Honor – Farhat Hamidullah, International Students
• Oliver, Angela. Halloween a Chance to Escape the Norm
• Bryan, Kendrick. Student Government Association Encourages Student Involvement in Events
• Erskine, Anne. Editorial Cartoon re: Guns
• Frasier, Aaron. Officials Recount Stories of WKU’s Haunted Spots – Tamela Smith, Ghosts
• Bushon, Hannah. Added Shuttle Time Could Lead …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 86, No. 16, Wku Student Affairs

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WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles:

• Duvall, Tessa. Regents Name New Building for Gary Ransdell – Education & Behavioral Sciences
• Greenwell, Zach. Oh, What a Night! – Football
• Aulbach, Lucas. Humans vs. Zombies Canceled
• Carter, Caitlin. Regents Get Update on Construction Progress – Music Hall, High Voltage Infrastructure, Downing University Center, Block 12, Sigma Chi, Ransdell Hall
• Mauser, Josh. A Thousand Words – Ricky Haden
• Carter, Caitlin. Campus, Community Connections Spark ALIVE Center Growth – A Local Information & Volunteer Exchange
• Jumping the Gun: Sentiment Right, Timing Off in Decision to Name Building After …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald - Homecoming, Section A, Wku Student Affairs

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Special homecoming edition of the College Heights Herald. Articles:

• Kriz, Lindsay. Josh Turner to Perform at WKU
• Local Events During Homecoming Week
• Since You’ve Been Gone – Ransdell Hall
• Thursday & Friday Schedule
• Thrill on the Hill – Homecoming
• Stacy, Stephani. WKU to Induct Three Distinguished Alumni – James Ramsey, Joe Downing, Josephine Cherry Lowman
• Homecoming Parade Route Ends at Fountain Square Park
• Kriz, Lindsay. Homecoming Parade to End with New Concert – Heath Eric & The Rumsey Revivial
• Day, Michelle. My New Homecoming Tradition
• Since You’ve Been Gone – College High
• Bratcher, Nick. Bill Powell Among Five to Join …

Ua12/2/1 Topper Extra - A Step Above, Wku Student Affairs

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Special edition of the College Heights Herald featuring athletics.

• Lintner, Jonathan. Here’s to Worrying About the Present – Basketball
• Greenwell, Zach. WKU’s Seniors Running Out of Time to Win Game – Football
• Harrison, Blake. Mallory Outerbridge Fills Niche for Lady Tops – Soccer
• Patton, Emily. Sophomore Shining as Most Valuable Player – Jordyn Skinner
• Greenwell, Zach. Willie Taggart Not Worried About Pressure to Make Changes – Football
• Lintner, Jonathan. Three Keys to WKU Beating University of Louisiana Lafayette
• Which 2011 Men’s Basketball Recruit Are You Most Excited About? – Vinny Zollo, Derrick Gordon, Cezar Guerrero, Deng Leek, George Fant, Nigel …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald - Homecoming, Section B, Wku Student Affairs

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Special homecoming edition of the College Heights Herald. Articles:

• Rutledge, Chris. For 2004 Queen, WKU Roots Are Deep – Destiny O’Rourke
• Johnson, Mindy. 2010 Homecoming Queen Candidates
• Stacy, Stephani. How Far Did You Travel to WKU? Van Foreman, Ron Miller, Sam Patrick, Howard Pincus
• WKU Alma Mater
• Wade, Katherine. Delta Sigma Theta Look to Break Curse at Annual Step Show
• Claybourn, Cole. Alumni Presence Shines Brighter Spotlight on Team – Football
• Patton, Emily. Former Refrigerator Bowl Team Still Close After 58 Years – Football
• Duvall, Tessa. Alumni Give Back at Homecoming
• Since You’ve Been Gone – Chandler Memorial Chapel
• Ulber, …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 86, No. 14, Wku Student Affairs

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WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles:

• Wilson, Laurel. Gender Wage Gap Lower Than National Average
• Carter, Caitlin. New Blackboard Tool Designed to Detect Plagiarism
• Friddell, Cristen. Wear Purple Day to Hoor Anti-Gay Harassment Victims
• Duvall, Tessa. Future of Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell in Question – Legislation
• Custard, Alexis. Former Exchange Student Finds Home in WKU – Diego Ambriz, International Students
• Davis, Leslye. A Thousand Words – Robert Ransom, Darrel Wood, Stevie Wood
• Bushon, Hannah. Applications Available for International Student Services Graduate Certificate
• Clicks & Stones: Deadly Consequences of Online Bullying, Pranks Can Be Avoided …

Ua12/2/1 Topper Extra - Curtain Call, Wku Student Affairs

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Special edition of the College Heights Herald featuring athletics.

• Greenwell, Zach. Willie Taggart’s Faith in Kawaun Jakes Still Strong – Football
• Greenwell, Zach. Toppers Tired of Talking Talk, Not Walking Walk – Football
• Osborne, Sam. WKU Cross Country Team Ready for Final Stretch of Regular Season – Track & Field
• Greenwell, Zach. Sergio Kerusch Ready to Put on a Show in Final Season – Basketball
• Claybourn, Cole. Lady Toppers Ready to Show Off Experience – Basketball
• Patton, Emily. Travis Hudson Cancels Practice, Allows Players Time at Home – Volleyball
• Harrison, Blake. Road Trip Provides Learning Experience for Toppers – Soccer

Volume 3 - Issue 1: La Créole - A Journal Of Creole History & Genealogy, Lynette Dolliole Johnson, Belmont F. Haydel Ph.D, Kevin Servat, Jari Christopher Louis Honora, Lolita Villavasso Cherrie, Catherine Ladnier, Keila V. Dawson Ph.D, Ina Fandrich Ph.D, Bruce Chesse, Marvin Chachere, Anita R. Paul, Haleemon Shaik Felton, Sheila Prevost

La Créole - A Journal of Creole History & Genealogy

The Louisiana Creole Research Association, Inc., known as LA Creole, was founded on August 21, 2004 as a New Orleans-based, non-profit family research and educational organization. Its purpose is to assist Creoles of Color in researching their ancestry, to educate the general public about Creole history and culture, and to celebrate the contributions and legacy of a unique, sometimes forgotten people. La Créole, the Association’s journal is published annually.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 86, No. 12, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles:

• Patton, Emily. Volleyball Team Searches for Normalcy After Incident: Travis Hudson Guides Bus to Safety After Driver Has Heart Attack
• Duvall, Tessa. WKU Students Abroad Urged to Be Cautious – Study Abroad, Terrorism, AL-Qaida
• Wade, Katherine. Week Provides Opportunity to Make Difference – Make a Difference Week, Leadership & Volunteerism
• Bryan, Jacob. Scare Tactics: Halloween
• Friddell, Christen. Safe Ways for Decorating Dorms
• Stone, Ryan. A Thousand Words – Ashley Berry, Jacob Bearmear, Zachary McGraw
• Snyder, Kristen. Presentation Will Aim to Motivate Students – Academic Advising & Retention Center …

Cruse, Harrison Jr., Bronx African American History Project

Oral Histories

Interviewee: Harrison Cruse, Jr.

Interviewer: Mark Naison

Summarized by Sheina Ledesma

Harrison Cruse, Jr. was born on August 10, 1935 in Morningside Heights, Harlem. His mother’s family was originally from Virginia and North Carolina but decided to move north during the 1920’s after experiencing an increasingly racist and violent climate due to activity by the Ku Klux Klan. His father was African American and Native American and had grown up on an Indian reservation with his mother in Roanoke Virginia. His father served in the First World War and later joined the Northwestern Railroad where he worked for many years. …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 86, No. 11, Wku Student Affairs

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WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles:

• Duvall, Tessa. WKU Names New Vice President for Development & Alumni Relations – Kathryn Costello
• Carter, Caitlin. New Definitions in Place for Race, Ethnicity
• Bushon, Hannah. Get Silly: WKU Store Offers WU-themed Silly Bandz
• Rutledge, Chris. Joe Tichenor Not an Average Joe – Musicians
• Booth, Lance. A Thousand Words – Destiny Berry
• Snyder, Kristen. Group Hopes to Increase State International Enrollment – Education Kentucky, International Students
• Pump Up the Volume: Student Input Should Help Decide Choices for Campus Concerts
• Vogt, D. Editorial Cartoon re: Concert Choices
• Kelly, Jasmine. …

Black Lesbians In The 70s, Shawn(Ta) Smith-Cruz

Center for LGBTQ Studies (CLAGS)

During the initial planning session for In Amerika They Call Us Dykes: Lesbian Lives in the 70s Spring Series, there was lack of clarity about the activity of Black Lesbians in the early part of the 1970s. The aim for Black Lesbian Herstory in the 70s: An At Home Tour and Guide to the Black Lesbian Herstory of the Collection was to present information to the lesbian community and increase Black Lesbian invisibility.

Ua12/2/1 Topper Extra - The Cook, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

Special edition of the College Heights Herald featuring athletics.

• Lintner, Jonathan. Try Some WKU Volleyball; You’ll Like It
• Greenwell, Zach. WKU Receiver Marcus Vasquez Growing On, Off the Field – Football
• Greenwell, Zach. Toppers Keeping Positive Attitude Through Hard Times – Football
• Patton, Emily. Lindsay Williams Brings Lady Toppers Together with Cooking – Volleyball
• Patton, Emily. Students Raising Hill at Volleyball Games
• Claybourn, Cole. Bowling Green’s Adrienne Tarrence Chooses Belmont Over WKU – Basketball
• Harrison, Blake. Lady Toppers Prepare by Minding Own Business – Soccer
• Harrison, Blake. Extra Questions with Lee Hale – Basketball
• Are You Satisfied with the Football …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 86, No. 10, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles:

• Carter, Caitlin. Employee Insurance Premiums Won’t Go Up
• Duvall, Tessa. Junlian Zhang Loses Lawsuit Against WKU – Discrimination
• Wade, Katherine. Beauty & the Beast Debuts in Van Meter Hall – Theatre & Dance, Music
• The Social Network Premieres – Facebook, Movies
• Bushon, Hannah. Voter Registration Deadline Nearing – Elections
• Frasier, Aaron. Shantytown Spotlights Homelessness Issue – Housing & Residence Life
• Oliver, Angela. Hip Hop, Literature Share Same Path, Power
• Erskine, Anne. Editorial Cartoon re: Winter Clothing
• Abston, Jason. Soldier Celebrates Birthday – Thomas Nelville
• Friddell, Cristen. Yogurt Shop …

Grayson, Clydia, Bronx African American History Project

Oral Histories

Interviewee: Clydia Grayson

Interviewers: Mark Naison, Patricia Wright, Daniel Wright, Mary Ward

Summarized By: Eddie Mikus

Clydia Grayson is a former employee from the beauty business who moved to the Bronx from Louisville, Kentucky. In her interview, she discussed some of her experiences running a business as well as her life as an African-American woman.

Grayson graduated from beauty school in 1932 after training under Madam CJ Walker. After moving to New York upon her marriage in 1944, she worked for a beautician on Madison Avenue and then operated two stores in New York City. She said that she worked …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 86, No. 9, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

• Rutledge, Chris. Music Festival Mixes Local, National Acts – Starry Nights Music Festival
• Duvall, Tessa. Junlian Zhang Lawsuit Against WKU in Court Today
• Carter, Caitlin. Sun’s Energy to Heat Pool in Preston Health & Activities Center – Sustainability
• Aulbach, Lucas. Having a Ball – Schleuderball
• Davis, Leslye. A Thousand Words – Susan Hull, Lillie Remour
• Snyder, Kristen. Fifth-week Assessments Taking Place This Week
• Vogt, Darren. Editorial Cartoon re: Big Red Dollars
• Too Many Options – Big Red Dollars, Dining Services
• Carter, Caitlin. Packages Must Be Sent Through Campus Mail …

Ua12/2/1 Topper Extra - Trial By Fire, Wku Student Affairs

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Special edition of the College Heights Herald featuring athletics.

• Robinson, Andrew. Kelly Potts, Emily Teegarden Finding Way as Leaders – Volleyball
• Greenwell, Zach. University of South Florida’s B.J. Daniels Latest Test for Toppers – Football
• WKU Hall of Fame Inductees Announced – Chuck Durrant, Tellis Frank, Al Ellison, Bill Powell, Joey Stockton
• Patton, Emily. Freshman Melanie Stutsman Settling in as Starter – Volleyball
• Greenwell, Zach. True Freshmen Earning Playing Time for WKU – Football
• Lintner, Jonathan. Three Keys to WKU Beating University of South Florida – Football
• Harrison, Blake. WKU Opens Conference Play with Weekend Double – Soccer
• Claybourn, Cole. …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 86, No. 8, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

• Snyder, Kristen. New Majors, Minors See Growth – Curriculum
• Jenkins, Spencer. A Fallen Hero – Eric Yates, Afghan War, 2001-2021
• McCrarey, Magen. Cyclists Promote Biking in Bowling Green – Bicycles
• Aulbach, Lucas. Local Woman Shares Her Love of Her Heritage – International Festival, Nellie Cornett
• Stunson, Mike. Faculty Question Benefits Committee Make-up
• Oliver, Angela. Ladies, Keep Clothing Appropriate
• Erskine, Anne. Editorial Cartoon re: Big Red vs AT&T
• Beasley, Paul. College Heights Herald Stories Not Eye-catching
• Stacy, Stephani. D is for Diver: Student Dives Into Competition – Jim Ritter, Swimming …

Hines, Thomas Collier, Jr. (Fa 7), Manuscripts & Folklife Archives

Folklife Archives Finding Aids

Finding aid only for Folklife Archives Project 7. Interviews conducted by Thomas Hines. Includes intervewis with Sarah Alice (Marcum) Roemer. The interviews include information about Alice Roemer's life, inlcuding her childhood, education, work and family experiences, with special emphasis on Thanksgiving customs.

President Barack Obama, Un General Assembly Nyc, Republic Of Palau Postal Service

Rodney Lawrence Hurst, Sr. Stamp Collection

Palau, sheet of 4 stamps, The President Obama International Stamp Collection.

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 86, No. 7, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

• Kriz, Lindsay. Hooked on Hookah – Student Health Services
• Duvall, Tessa. AT&T Working to Fix Service Problems – Cell Phones
• Stunson, Mike. WKU Students Network with Alumni at Event – Career Services
• Ryan, Jacob. Couple Offers Carriage Rides Downtown – Jimmy Beckner
• Stevens, Jake. A Thousand Words – Al Bailey, Fishing
• Bushon, Hannah. Tailgating Season Opens to Mixed Reviews – Football
• Stunson, Mike. Student Government Association Senate Elections Begin Today
• Vogt, Darren. Editorial Cartoon re: Cell Phones
• Disconnected: Students Shouldn’t Forget How to Interact without Cell Phones, Facebook
• Bryan, …

Ua12/2/1 Topper Extra - Home Improvement, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

Special edition of the College Heights Herald featuring athletics.

• Robinson, Andrew. Remembering Third Down Thunder – Football
• 2010-2011 Women’s Hoops Schedule – Basketball
• Greenwell, Zach. WKU Defense Trying to Correct the Little Things – Football
• Lintner, Jonathan. Friday Pep Rally Kicks Off Weekend
• Greenwell, Zach. Willie Taggart Eager for First Home Game as Head Coach – Football
• Greenwell, Zach. Big Ten Foe Indiana Poses Another Challenge for WKU – Football
• Harrison, Blake. Coach Jason Neidell Overhauls Lady Toppers’ Starting Lineup – Soccer
• Patton, Emily. Former Starter Lauren Stuckel Alleviating WKU’s Service-error Woes – Volleyball
• Extra Questions with Paula Davids – …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 86, No. 5, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

• Stunson, Mike. Student Government Association Increases Scholarship Budget
• Whitaker, Ross. Students Explore for Majors
• Snyder, Kristen. Constitution Week Kicks Off with Voter Registration Drive
• Aulbach, Lucas. Festival Battles Weather – Balloons, Tunes & BBQ
• Edwards, Dorothy. A Thousand Words – Chelsee Haber, Tattoos
• Erskine, Anne. Editorial Cartoon re: Provide-A-Ride
• Hand Over the Keys – Provide-A-Ride
• Obama, Barack. Supporting Our Students, Strengthening Our Country
• Duvall, Tessa. Gatton Academy of Math & Science Students Seek Careers in Health Care
• Jenkins, Spencer. WKU Police: E-phones Useful, Despite False Activations
• Carter, Caitlin. WKU’s …

Ua12/2/1 Topper Extra - Sister Act, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

Special edition of the College Heights Herald featuring athletics.

• Robinson, Andrew. WKU Has More to Prove This Time Around – University of Kentucky, Football
• Greenwell, Zach. WKU Hoping to Seize Opportunity in Lexington – Football
• Lintner, Jonathan. Three Keys to WKU Winning at University of Kentucky – Football
• Patton, Emily. Sisters Stay Close as Unlikely Teammates, Starters at WKU – Volleyball, Kelly Potts, Ashley Potts
• Greenwell, Zach. Tops Ready to Tackle Kentucky Playmaker Randall Cobb – Football
• Lintner, Jonathan. WKU Spreading Red, Coping with Kentucky Blue – Football
• 2010-2011 Men’s Basketball Schedule
• Extra Questions with Phillip Hatchett – Golf
• Harrison, …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 86, No. 3, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news.

• Wilson, Laurel. Work Brings Detours to Transit Routes – Parking & Transportation
• Duvall, Tessa. Student Health Services to Add Doctor
• Rutledge, Chris. Big Wheels on Campus – Bicycles, Ben Rogers
• Carter, Caitlin. Historic Spoonholder Making Campus Comeback Near Grise Hall
• Rodman, Pete. A Thousand Words – Ramadan
• Erskine, Anne. Editorial Cartoon re: Textbooks
• Death & Textbooks – Bookstore
• Hale, Marianne. I Get By with a Little Help from My Nan – Food
• Aulbach, Lucas. Balloons, Tunes & BBQ Festival Begins This Week
• Osborne, Sam. Lady Tops Finish Runner-up at …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 86, No. 2, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles:

• Duvall, Tessa. Diversity Plan to Expand Focus – Council on Postsecondary Education, Richard Miller, Diversity Programs
• Ahmetovic, Amira. A Is for Artist – Kaie Kinder
• Duvall, Tessa. WKU Students Left Without Grant Money – College Access Program, Student Financial Aid
• Friddell, Cristen. Local Woman Shares Her Sweet Expertise – Mary Meszaros, Mary Jane’s Chocolates
• Carter, Caitlin. Campus Becomes More Pedestrian-friendly
• Wilson, Laurel. Karl Laves: Counseling Fee Not Deterring Students – Counseling & Testing Center
• Oliver, Angela. Hip-hop Lyrics Provide Entertainment, Insight
• Ogden, Stephen. Letter to the Editor re: …

Ua12/2/1 College Heights Herald, Vol. 86, No. 1, Wku Student Affairs

WKU Administration Documents

WKU campus newspaper reporting campus, athletic and Bowling Green, Kentucky news. Articles:

• Carter, Caitlin. On-campus Housing Near Limit – Housing & Residence Life
• Wade, Katherine. Gone Greek – Rush
• Duvall, Tessa. Administrative Changes Bring New Day – Gary Ransdell Administration
• Snyder, Kristen. WKU Confucius Institute Brings Chinese Teachers to Area
• Harris, Tim. A Thousand Words – Eldon Foley, John Tutino, Friends
• Erskine, Anne. Editorial Cartoon: The Spirited Freshman
• Stand Up & Cheer: Class of 2014 Should Embrace WKU Traditions, Get Involved
• Day, Michelle. College Heights Hearld Welcomes Students Back with New Features
• Duvall, Tessa. Cash Donations to WKU Reach Record-breaking …

Walking On The Red Brick Path: A Portrait Of African-American Women's Experiences With The Built Environment Of A Predominantly White Institution, Stephanie L. Krusemark

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

“Space, like language, is socially constructed; and like the syntax of language, the spatial arrangements of our buildings and communities reflect and reinforce the nature of gender, race, and class relations in society” (Weisman, 1992, p. 2). While institutions of higher education have granted physical access to African-American women over the last 150 years, their presence on American campuses has not been readily reflected in the physical design of the walls within which they learn. In examining the historical foundations of institutions of higher education, we cannot deny institutions consciously embed their values and basic assumptions within their physical manifestation …

Beef, Mutton, Pork, And A Taste Of Turtle: Zooarchaeology And Nineteenth-Century African American Foodways At The Boston-Higginbotham House, Nantucket, Massachusetts, Michael Andrew Way

Graduate Masters Theses

In 1774, nearly ten years before slavery was abolished in Massachusetts, an emancipated African American weaver named Seneca Boston purchased a tract of land in the Newtown section of Nantucket, Massachusetts. It is here that over the next thirty years Seneca Boston and his Wampanoag wife, Thankful Micah, would build a house, now known as the Boston-Higginbotham House, and raise six children. The Boston-Higginbotham House was home to the descendents of Seneca Boston and Thankful Micah for over one hundred years. Throughout the 19th century a vibrant and active African American community was developing in Newtown, and several generations of …