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This interview begins with Cornell recalling his experiences working with Fred Merryfield. Cornell notes that Merryfield was an exceptional engineer but was not the best partner when it came to working with clients, as he could dominate conversations…

In this interview, Cornell discusses CH2M’s expansion into Seattle, stating that he was the person who pushed to have firm open a Seattle office. He gives the reasoning that although there was more competition in Seattle, there was also much more…

In the interview, Cornell discusses his early experiences with CH2M, the state of engineering education, the impact each of the founding members of CH2M had on the company, and how they all worked together. In recalling the early years of CH2M,…

In this interview, Holly Cornell discusses his childhood, his family background, his college career, his time in the Army, and the story of how he originally became a part of CH2M. Cornell notes that his family originally moved to Oregon in the…

In this interview Donny Davis discusses the transformation of Hayden Creek near Alsea, Oregon, where he has been a long-time resident. The video begins with Davis explaining the personal connection he has with the creek and sharing memories of his…

In this interview, Charles V. Ruzek discusses his experiences at Oregon Agricultural College and later. In 1914 Ruzek joined the faculty of the Agronomy department, and engaged in teaching and Experiment Station duties related to soil science. In…

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…

In this interview, Lora Lemon reflects on her early experiences in Corvallis and at Oregon Agricultural College. Born in The Dalles, Oregon, Lemon recounts her journey to Corvallis in 1894. She briefly talks about her childhood in Corvallis, before…

In this interview Ava B. Milam Clark provides insights into the early days of Oregon Agricultural College, now Oregon State University, and the establishment of its School of Home Economics. Clark, who joined the college in 1911, recounts her…

In this interview, Richard and Dorothy Gassner discuss their respective upbringings in rural Oregon, their marriage, and their reflections on how the world has changed since they were children. Richard briefly discusses his experience attending a…