Interview with Thomas D. Clark, October 21, 2004

Project: Thomas D. Clark Oral History Project

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Interview Summary

Thomas D. Clark gives an overview of University of Kentucky President Frank McVey's life, including his education and various jobs, as well as personal characteristics. McVey's personal life is discussed, including his marriages, family, and other relationships. Clark goes into detail on some of the changes McVey made or attempted to make at the University of Kentucky, including fighting for the ability to teach evolution, trying to create a better library, and improving the faculty. Clark describes his personal relationship with McVey and how he worked with him as a history instructor. Clark mentions some controversies McVey was involved in, as well as his lack of a desire to be involved in Kentucky politics. Clark also describes his personal experience at Duke University. Clark discusses racism and segregation of African Americans.

Interview Accession

2004oh182_af681

Interviewee Name

Thomas D. Clark

Interviewer Name

Eric Moyen

Interview Date

2004-10-21

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Clark, Thomas D. Interview by Eric Moyen. 21 Oct. 2004. Lexington, KY: Louie B. Nunn Center for Oral History, University of Kentucky Libraries.

Clark, T.D. (2004, October 21). Interview by E. Moyen. Thomas D. Clark Oral History Project. Louie B. Nunn Center for Oral History, University of Kentucky Libraries, Lexington.

Clark, Thomas D., interview by Eric Moyen. October 21, 2004, Thomas D. Clark Oral History Project, Louie B. Nunn Center for Oral History, University of Kentucky Libraries.





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