1 50 1 https://oralhistory.eku.edu/files/original/0b22d4bd7afdad2977b1276d1d2b0d48.mp3 8673a9673cc0935d83a0cdc6c29b0833 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2019-Present Description An account of the resource EKU Veterans Studies (VTS) was the nation’s first academic program designed to teach students about the unique identities, cultures, and experiences of members of the U.S. Armed Forces. VTS courses combine critical inquiry, civic engagement, and meaningful interactions between veterans and non-veterans to dispel stereotypes, highlight veterans’ strengths, and consider the veteran’s role in American society. A key component of VTS 200 Introduction to Veterans Studies is the oral history recording completed for the William H. Berge Center. In-person and online students located throughout the country go out into their home communities each year and find veterans with unique stories and perspectives to share. These veterans come from all backgrounds and eras of service. In completing these recordings, EKU students gain real-world archival experience, deepen their understandings of course content, and engage in the type of dialogue with veterans that can help bridge the divide between military and civilian cultures. Title A name given to the resource Veterans Studies Project Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Contact <a href="mailto:archives.library@eku.edu">Special Collections and Archives</a>, Crabbe Library, Eastern Kentucky University for reproductions, <a href="https://archives.eku.edu/audio-visual-duplication-form">duplications</a>, rights and permission to publish. Oral History A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge. Interviewer The person(s) performing the interview. Francis, Nolan Interviewee The person(s) being interviewed. Rogers, Richard K. Duration Length of time involved (seconds, minutes, hours, days, class periods, etc.) 0:32:36 Restrictions A notation on restrictions placed by the interviewee. None Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Interview with Richard K. Rogers Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 2020 OH 030 Description An account of the resource Richard K. Rogers details his career in the United States Air Force and his reentry into civilian life. In particular, Rogers, a fuel specialist, discusses his choice to enlist rather than be drafted, the coping mechanisms he used to get through boot camp and the challenges he faced when he was discharged. Rogers also comments on inequalities in VA medical benefits and he shares his final reflections on his time in service. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 11/30/2019 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Contact <a href="mailto:archives.library@eku.edu">Special Collections and Archives</a>, Crabbe Library, Eastern Kentucky University for reproductions, <a href="https://archives.eku.edu/audio-visual-duplication-form">duplications</a>, rights and permission to publish. basic training Civilian life Lackland Air Force Base military military life Nakhon Phanom Plattsburg RAF Mildenhall Thailand. veterans VTS 200