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Title
John Garman Oral History Interview (2 of 3)
Description
In his second interview, Garman continues talking about the Photographic Service Department. According to him, when the department received the equipment they made it last. Most professors did not show an interest in the department but students were often fascinated. Garman also notes that his interest in photography began when he was enlisted in the Army.
The interview then returns to the subject of Garman's days as a student, noting his involvement as the first president of Eta Kappa Nu fraternity. Garman recalls encountering George Peavy on a hike at Marys Peak as well as going out to take photographs with J.B. Horner.
Other topics featured in this interview include the unification program between OSC and University of Oregon, how the Great Depression affected OSC, and later how World War II affected the college. The interview concludes with a return to the topic of photography. As Garman explains the process to Jennifer Lee, she comments that it is dangerous. Garman replies that many activities are dangerous but that does not impede their advancement.
The interview then returns to the subject of Garman's days as a student, noting his involvement as the first president of Eta Kappa Nu fraternity. Garman recalls encountering George Peavy on a hike at Marys Peak as well as going out to take photographs with J.B. Horner.
Other topics featured in this interview include the unification program between OSC and University of Oregon, how the Great Depression affected OSC, and later how World War II affected the college. The interview concludes with a return to the topic of photography. As Garman explains the process to Jennifer Lee, she comments that it is dangerous. Garman replies that many activities are dangerous but that does not impede their advancement.
Creator
John Garman
Source
Horner Museum Oral History Collection
Publisher
Special Collections and Archives Research Center, Oregon State University Libraries
Date
August 3, 1979
Contributor
Jennifer Lee
Format
digitized audiocassette
Language
English
Type
oral history
Identifier
OH10-garman-john-19790803
Oral History Item Type Metadata
Interviewer
Jennifer Lee
Interviewee
John Garman
Location
Garman residence, Corvallis, Oregon
Original Format
audiocassette
Duration
1:35:54
OHMS Object
Interview Format
audio