This oral history project documents the evolution of forestry policy and practice in the United States over a period of five decades. Featuring insights from prominent educators, policymakers, and practitioners, these transcripts offer a rare window into the challenges and opportunities faced by those who seek to balance the economic, ecological, and social dimensions of forestry management.
An oral history of Professor John Whitney Hall, a renowned historian of Japan who taught at the University of California, Berkeley for over 30 years.
This oral history transcript provides an in-depth look at the role of coaches in the world of basketball, focusing on their impact on the game, players, and society as a whole. It offers a unique perspective on UC Berkeley's athletics program and its evolution over the years. The book also includes interviews with prominent basketball coaches such as Pete Newell, who shares insights into his experiences as a coach in the NCAA, the Olympic Games and the NBA. This is an inspiring read for basketball enthusiasts, coaches, and anyone interested in the history of American sports.
This oral history offers a rare glimpse into the early days of environmental science and policy in the United States. The transcript includes interviews with leading figures in the field, including Luna Leopold, a pioneering hydrologist who helped establish the US Geological Survey's Water Resources Division; and Thomas Dunne, a geomorphologist who played a key role in shaping environmental policy at UC Berkeley. Their insights into the challenges and opportunities of this critical period in American history are both fascinating and enlightening.
Explore the life and work of influential botanists who shaped the landscape of UC Berkeley and the world of plant taxonomy. Gain insights into the inner workings of academic governance and the evolution of university policies through their perspectives. This oral history transcript offers a unique glimpse into the journey of brilliant minds who dedicated their lives to the study of plants.