Sylvia Moore Oral History Interview

Interviewee: Sylvia Moore
Interviewer: Natalie Teixeira and David Schary
Interview Date: February 12, 2013
Location: Oregon State University
Duration: 1:08:46
 

Contributing to the evolution of women’s equality in collegiate sports, Dr. Sylvia Moore had a career at OSU that spanned over three decades. While attending school at University of Washington, Dr. Moore switched majors from Journalism and Music to Physical Education, all because she wanted to participate in competitive sports. This decision changed the course of her life. In the 33 years at OSU, Dr. Moore taught, started the women’s gymnastics program, spent years in athletics administration, and ended her career as Director of Conferences and Special Events.

Dr. Moore talks at length about the gender issues and trends that developed during her years with OSU. Title IX laws governing the equality of opportunities in women’s education had a large impact on collegiate sports. Many of her stories reminisce the differences between genders, sports and dollars. The change in laws allowed for women’s scholarships, recruitments, and travel expenses, and the expansion of programs available to women. Dr. Moore also shares the finer details of sports administration in the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s, and how being a strong women affected her journey. Today, Dr. Moore continues to live in Corvallis, is a strong supporter OSU sports, and participates in canine agility training. She continues an active involvement in organizations that support the advancement of women.

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Title

Sylvia Moore Oral History Interview

Description

Contributing to the evolution of women’s equality in collegiate sports, Dr. Sylvia Moore had a career at OSU that spanned over three decades. While attending school at University of Washington, Dr. Moore switched majors from Journalism and Music to Physical Education, all because she wanted to participate in competitive sports. This decision changed the course of her life. In the 33 years at OSU, Dr. Moore taught, started the women’s gymnastics program, spent years in athletics administration, and ended her career as Director of Conferences and Special Events.

Dr. Moore talks at length about the gender issues and trends that developed during her years with OSU. Title IX laws governing the equality of opportunities in women’s education had a large impact on collegiate sports. Many of her stories reminisce the differences between genders, sports and dollars. The change in laws allowed for women’s scholarships, recruitments, and travel expenses, and the expansion of programs available to women. Dr. Moore also shares the finer details of sports administration in the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s, and how being a strong women affected her journey. Today, Dr. Moore continues to live in Corvallis, is a strong supporter OSU sports, and participates in canine agility training. She continues an active involvement in organizations that support the advancement of women.

Creator

Sylvia Moore

Source

Voices of Oregon State University Oral History Collection

Publisher

Special Collections and Archives Research Center, Oregon State University Libraries

Date

February 12, 2013

Contributor

Natalie Teixeira and David Schary

Format

Born Digital

Language

English

Type

Oral History

Identifier

oh09-moore-sylvia-20130213

Oral History Item Type Metadata

Interviewer

Natalie Teixeira and David Schary

Interviewee

Sylvia Moore

Location

Oregon State University

Original Format

Born Digital

Duration

1:08:46

OHMS Object

Interview Format

audio