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This is a segment of an oral history of Byrdin Banning, a George Mason University alumna, conducted in 2008. In this segment, Banning discusses her time as president of UrbanKnowlogy 101, a hip hop dance group on Mason's campus and their outreach to…

This is a segment from an oral history of Sheryl Friedley, a professor of Forensics and assistant director of the Forensics team from the 1970's to 1993. In this segment, Friedley discusses the creation of the Forensics Team with colleague Bruce…

This is a segment from an oral history of John Mason conducted in 2008 by Leah Donnelly and Robert Vay. In this segment, former Fairfax mayor John Mason describes the growing relationship between Mason and the surrounding community of Fairfax County,…

This is a segment from an oral history of Andy Evans conducted in 2012 in Fenwick Library by Misha Griffith and Robert Vay. Evans was the first minority recruiter for George Mason University appointed by Vergil Dykstra from 1974 to 1985. In this…

This is a segment from an oral history of Sally Merten, First Lady and wife of Dr. Alan Merten, who was President of George Mason University from 1996-2012. In this segment, Mrs. Merten talks about the arts and the relationship between the Northern…

This is a segment from an oral history of Fred Begun, timpanist and former professor at George Mason University. In this segment, Begun discusses his musical training and influences, including Gene Krupa, and his transition from jazz to classical…

This is a segment of an oral history featuring Thomas O'Connor, former Athletic Director of George Mason University. In this clip, Mr. O'Connor describes how he became an employee of the university and his thoughts on the athletic program.

This is a segment of an oral history interview of Stephen Neal, a George Mason University alum. In this clip, Mr. Neal discusses campus life, Mason Day and other events at Mason in the mid-1970's.

This is a segment from an oral history of James Buchanan, Nobel Prize winning economist and former George Mason Professor. In this segment, Buchanan discusses his initial disinterest in teaching and professors who influenced his teaching style during…