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Title
E.B. Lemon Oral History Interview
Description
In this interview E.B. Lemon discusses his memories of the early days of Oregon Agricultural College, recounting his arrival in 1907 and describing the campus and its buildings. He shares memories about dormitory life, faculty members, and the leadership of President William J. Kerr. Lemon also discusses the growth of the college and the challenges posed by increasing student enrollment. The interview then delves into the development of the campus and the role of key individuals, such as Dean J.A. Bexell, Ralph D. Hetzel, and Major General U.G. MacAlexander, with Lemon reflecting on the impact of these leaders and their contributions to the institution's success.
From there, he discusses changes that occurred at Oregon State College in 1956, highlighting the push for improved planning to accommodate the rising demand for higher education in Oregon. Lemon emphasizes the importance of setting goals for the college and outlines the challenges associated with meeting increasing enrollment targets. The interview concludes with his considerations about the future of education, potential trends, and the necessity for strategic planning to guide the institution in the years to come.
From there, he discusses changes that occurred at Oregon State College in 1956, highlighting the push for improved planning to accommodate the rising demand for higher education in Oregon. Lemon emphasizes the importance of setting goals for the college and outlines the challenges associated with meeting increasing enrollment targets. The interview concludes with his considerations about the future of education, potential trends, and the necessity for strategic planning to guide the institution in the years to come.
Creator
E.B. Lemon
Source
History of Oregon State University Oral Histories and Sound Recordings
Publisher
Special Collections and Archives Research Center, Oregon State University Libraries
Date
July 10, 1956
Contributor
Lillian Van Loan
Format
Digitized Open-Reel Audiotape
Language
English
Type
Oral History
Identifier
oh03-lemon-eb-19560710
Oral History Item Type Metadata
Interviewer
Lillian Van Loan
Interviewee
E.B. Lemon
Location
Oregon State College, Corvallis, Oregon
Original Format
Open-Reel Audiotape
Duration
0:26:06
OHMS Object
Interview Format
audio