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Richard Sears Research Collection
Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: BCA 0250
Abstract
Richard D. Sears was Professor of English and Theatre, 1967-2010, and the Chester D. Tripp Chair in Humanities at Berea College. He has published numerous books and articles on various aspects of Kentucky history including the abolitionist movement, Camp Nelson, and Madison County. In particular, Sears devoted many years to researching and writing about the origins of Berea College and it founding members and families.
Dates:
translation missing: en.enumerations.date_label.created: 1796-2008
Florence Ridgeway papers
Collection — Box: 1
Identifier: RG 09-9.39
Abstract
The Florence Ridgeway papers provide insights into the life experiences and career of a professional librarian who served Berea College during the first half of the twentieth century.
Dates:
Other: Majority of material found within 1919 - 1929
William H. Robe papers
Collection
Identifier: RG 09-9.61
Abstract
personal papers of William H. Robe.
Dates:
translation missing: en.enumerations.date_label.created: Majority of material found within 1888 - 1943
Robert and Laura Thurman Appalachian Storytelling Collection
Collection
Identifier: BCA 0290
Scope and Contents
This collection consists of an audio recording of Robert and Laura Thurman’s presentation about their east Tennessee heritage generally and storytelling in particular given at the Berea College Appalachian Center on November 11, 2022. Also included are recordings of ten stories told by Robert Thurman on another occasion.
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Dates:
2022
Robert Finley Spence Papers
Collection
Identifier: RG 09-9.48
Abstract
Robert Finley Spence graduated from the Berea College Foundation School and completed the Agricultural course of the Vocational School at Berea in 1914 before starting a forty year career as extension agent for Southern Madison and Rockcastle counties, Kentucky. Spence also taught courses at Berea College, worked with the Vocational School, and was heavily involved with the 4-H Club and other organizations in Kentucky. After retiring from his County Agent position in 1954, Spence became...
Dates:
translation missing: en.enumerations.date_label.created: 1915-1964
Robert J. Schneider Papers
Collection
Identifier: RG 09-9.42
Abstract
Dr. Robert J. Schneider completed thirty-two years on the faculty of Berea College, retiring in 2001 as distinguished professor of general studies and professor of classical languages. He taught courses in Latin and Greek languages and literatures, and also general studies courses that explored topics in biblical literature, history of Christian thought, history of science, classical mythology, and contemporary fiction. His senior seminar at Berea College, "Science and Faith," allowed him to...
Dates:
Other: Majority of material found in 1975-2001
G. Gilbert Roberts papers
Collection
Identifier: RG 08-8.24
Abstract
Collection of fifty songs specially arranged for the Berea College Chimes, assembled by G. Gilbert Roberts.
Dates:
translation missing: en.enumerations.date_label.created: 1972-1977
Norma and Hubert Robinson papers
Collection
Identifier: RG 08-8.28
Abstract
Papers of Berea students Norma (McCollum) and Hubert Robinson.
Dates:
translation missing: en.enumerations.date_label.created: 1924-1932
Roger Howell Memory Collection
Collection — Container: 1
Identifier: BCA 0123 SAA 123
Abstract
Roger Howell has been immersed in traditional mountain music since childhood. As a teenager, Howell began playing fiddle and soon became a respected musician in the Madison County, North Carolina area. Howell has performed at various festivals and has won multiple contests at regional conventions. In addition to his performance skills, Howell is a respected teacher, author, and instrument technician. Howell learned fiddle tunes from some of the region's best fiddlers including Fletcher...
Dates:
translation missing: en.enumerations.date_label.created: 2007
Roy N. Walters papers
Collection
Identifier: RG 09-9.54-RG 9.54
Abstract
Born in West Virginia, Roy N. Walters graduated from Berea College with a BA in Sociology in 1927 and began teaching printing classes for the Foundation School. He would quickly become a full-time teacher for the school and its Dean in1943. Walters served as Dean of the Foundation School until his retirement in 1968. Until 1958, Walters also served as the Dean of Men.
While a student at Berea College, Walters worked in the Printing Department. Immediately following graduation he became...
Dates:
1922 - 1993