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Title
Melissa Martin Dawes Oral History Interview
Description
In this interview, Melissa Martin Dawes discusses the history of Oregon Agricultural College, spanning from 1915 to the early 1930s. She reflects on the leadership of William Jasper Kerr, who served as president for eight years, and the evolution of the college's organizational structure and curriculum under his guidance. The interview also touches upon the establishment of the State Board of Higher Curricula in 1909 and its successor, the State Board of Higher Education, in 1929. Kerr's efforts in campus development, collaboration with architects, and strategic building initiatives are highlighted.
The interview then delves into the changes made to Oregon’s system of higher education from 1929-1935. The challenges surrounding changes in curricula during this time are discussed, as are certain educational achievements. Kerr's role as system chancellor is explored, along with his retirement in 1935. The interview concludes with Dawes sharing her memories of the growth of the Language department at Oregon State, especially during World War II, and the college's commitment to providing practical and disciplined education.
The interview then delves into the changes made to Oregon’s system of higher education from 1929-1935. The challenges surrounding changes in curricula during this time are discussed, as are certain educational achievements. Kerr's role as system chancellor is explored, along with his retirement in 1935. The interview concludes with Dawes sharing her memories of the growth of the Language department at Oregon State, especially during World War II, and the college's commitment to providing practical and disciplined education.
Creator
Melissa Martin Dawes
Source
History of Oregon State University Oral Histories and Sound Recordings (OH 03)
Publisher
Special Collections and Archives Research Center, Oregon State University Libraries
Date
November 11, 1956
Contributor
Lillian Van Loan
Format
Digitized Open Reel Audiotape
Language
English
Type
Oral History
Identifier
oh03-dawes-melissa-martin-19561111
Oral History Item Type Metadata
Interviewer
Lillian Van Loan
Interviewee
Melissa Martin Dawes
Location
Oregon State College, Corvallis, Oregon
Original Format
Digitized Open Reel Audiotape
Duration
0:19:42
OHMS Object
Interview Format
audio