Abstract In this paper, I will articulate a historical and personal narrative of Susan Graham, an alum of Claremont Graduate University based on an oral history interview of Graham. During the interview, Graham describes how her Master’s degrees in Applied Women’s Studies and Education led to her subsequent involvement in American Mothers, an organization designed to raise awareness among K-12 students about the dangers of human trafficking. Graham also discussed her personal involvement in the Black...

Abstract Barbara Beretich was born in March 25th, 1936 in Chicago, Illinois. During her childhood, she moved a lot with her parents. She has lived in many places including Chicago, San Diego, and Ohio. She got her bachelor degree at the University of Illinois in 1958, majoring in art. After the graduation, she moved back to California and traveled to Europe in 1960, when she met Françoise Gilot for the first time. From 1962 to 1965, she studied at Claremont Graduate School majoring in sculpture and...

Abstract For my oral history project, I have chosen to interview a CGU alumni who I connected with through a classmate. My interviewee, Dr. Nancy Quiñones holds a PhD in Cultural Studies. The city of Claremont’s population lacks in diversity in comparison to the demographic make-up of California as a whole. Keeping this data in mind, Dr. Quiñones provided representation for the small Latino/a community in Claremont, as well as at CGU, and later in her role as interim assistant dean at Pomona College....

Abstract

The following transcript features an interview with Denice Wint. Wint is a graduate of Scripps College and a leader in her community. She specializes in urban development. She is a native of Inglewood, CA. Her family is from Trinidad and Tobago. This oral history provides insights into Wint’s life of thirty-six years.

Scope and Contents From the Sub-Series:

The CGU History 304/Introduction to Oral History Methodology course trains graduate students in both the theoretical and practical aspects of conducting oral histories. For Spring 2018, the theme for the course was “Women of Color in Southern California.” Students interviewed women of color from a wide range of backgrounds, including academics, students, and professionals.

All abstracts were written by the interviewer.

Abstract This interview with Christina Flores discusses her personal experiences as a Mexican American woman living in Los Angeles during the late 20th and early 21st century. The interview covers political topics and events such as the 1992 L.A. riot, Women’s movement, and Time’s Up movement. In addition, the interview discusses topics related to Catholicism, feminism, family, motherhood, divorce, and Christina’s cultural and ethnic identity. Christina also provides insight into constructing her own...