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On November 26, 2017, Sean Lau will interview Joseph Fortunat, the youth leader for St. John Vianney Church. He will be asked about his lifestyle and how the people present in his life have affected him up until now. These...

Jennifer Lind, granddaughter of Rosa T. Beard, talks with Mrs. Valorie Tillman Davis, former student of Rosa T. Beard and a founding member of the Rosa T. Beard Debutante Club in 1963.

Jennifer Lind, granddaughter of Rosa T. Beard, talks with Mrs. Deidre Brown Collins, former Debutante (1991) of the Rosa T. Beard Debutante Club.

I interviewed James George Giroski for my First Year Seminar class at Marshall University. Our FYS class has been focusing on critical thinking and how thoughtfully developed and artfully asked questions can lead to enriching and enlightening stories. Frank Sesno’s...

I interviewed my grandma Barb for my First Year Seminar Class at Marshall University. Our FYS Class has been focusing on critical thinking and how thoughtfully and artfully asked questions can lead to enriching and enlightening stories. Frank Sesno’s book...

This interview was about telling my grandparents story from my Dad’s point of view.

I, Elise Spenner, interviewed my mother about crucial aspects of her life. Our conversation began with her childhood, with family traditions, with the interesting stories from our past. Her favorite memories all revolve around shared moments with family, in nature,...

In his interview, conducted in December 2017 in Virginia Beach, Virginia, Jack (17) interviews his host parent (61) about childhood and earlier years’ experiences in his hometown. Mr. Pittman described his most difficult time when his mother died when he...

I interviewed Faith Adkins for my First Year Seminar class at Marshall University. Our FYS class has been focusing on critical thinking and how thoughtfully developed and artfully asked questions can lead to enriching and enlightening stories. Frank Sesno's book...

My mom and me go through different topics from her growing up to her now as an adult .

Conversations with my little brother about life from the point of view of a 5 year old and a visit with my mom about our relationship, personal growth and the legacy that she would like to leave behind.

On life and legacy

Jennifer Lind, granddaughter of Rosa T. Beard, talks with Mr. Baker Rouseau, a former Escort for the Rosa T. Beard Debutante Club and the 2020 Mr. Escort winner.

This interview takes place in Samantha Santillan’s living room on November 29th 2019. Samantha (13) interviews her mom Louella Santillan (46) and asks questions about childhood, careers, and having kids.

Ms. Mendelsohn is a science teacher at Metropolitan Expeditionary Learning School. She is also a mother, daughter, and a wife. She has thankfully agreed to conduct an interview about legacy and decisions.

In this interview, conducted in November, 2017, Garrett Bradford(14) interviews his grandpa and mentor Randy DeMauro(70) about the most important people and events of his life. Randy shares stories of how he grew up and what he remembers about his...

Jennifer Lind, granddaughter of Rosa T. Beard, talks with Reverend Cheryl J. Beard, daughter of Rosa T. Beard.

We talked about her childhood, her family, and her legacy.

In this interview, Dante Solano talks with his father about everything he has gone through in his life. This includes his childhood experiences, how he met his wife, and his experience in working for a long time. It all ends...

Cindy Morris was able to retire early to care for her mother, a stroke survivor with Parkinsons Disease. But just two year’s later, Cindy was diagnosed with Multiple Systems Atrophy - Parkinsons and required a caregiver of her own. Her...

I interviewed my mom (Lisa Koon) from my first year seminar class at Marshall University. Our FYS class has been focusing on critical thinking and how thoughtfully developed in artfully ask questions can lead to enriching in writing stories. Frank...

During this interview I learned a lot about the person that I was interviewing. I learned there passion there accomplishments Even learned the explanations of why this person is the way they are. Taking the time so sit down and...

Sy Barry recounts his story of how he overcame his tough childhood through his passion and love for drawing. Eventually becoming a renowned comic book and comic strip artist, he was able to find success and contentment in both his...

I interviewed Larry Westhaver for my First Year Seminar class at Marshall University. Our FYS class has been focusing on critical thinking and how thoughtfully developed and artfully asked questions can lead to enriching and enlighting stories. Frank Sesno’s book...

I interviewed my mimi,Dawn who has MS. A Symptom that does not allow you to move your body without pain. I was grateful to spend time listening about her life and the challenges she faced. It was an amazing opportunity...