Tiger Tales
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About the Project
Tiger Tales is a project devoted to capturing and curating stories, memories, traditions, and experiences of our FHSU alumni and community. Each “tale” is recorded at FHSU’s Forsyth Library in the Media Lab and brought to life with images from Forsyth Library Special Collections and/or personal collections of images as each video is edited, digitally preserved, and shared online with Tigers of all generations.
Special Editions
Special editions feature longer "tales" that often capture multiple perspectives of a tradition or FHSU memory, including:Dr. Robert Luehrs tells about the 48-year history of the Madrigal Dinner, a Renissiance themed dinner that took place at FHSU.
- Dr. Robert Luehrs
- Christiane Luehrs
- Madrigal Dinner Defined
- Creators: Don Stout and John Thorns
- Changing Hands
- Steve Wood
- Rager Moore
- Martha Holmes
- Brenda Meder
- Lord & Lady of the Manor
- Guests of Honor
- Other Participants
- Box Office Information
- The Program
- The Wassail & Pre-Dinner
- Procession of the Courses
- The Concert
- A Conclusion to the Evening
- A Gift From the University to the Community
Dr. Nancy Vogel & Dr. Allan Miller tell the story about the Plymouth Schoolhouse that was moved to the FHSU Campus in 1979.
- Dr. Nancy Vogel: A Project for Campus
- Dr. Allan Miller
- Fundraising for the Project
- Dave Adams: Publishing a Solicitation for A School House
- Dorrance & Wilson Citizens Campaign For Plymouth Schoolhouse
- Visiting & Choosing Plymouth Schoolhouse
- Location, Location, Location
- Resistance Against the Schoolhouse
- Brian Murray
- Preparing For Moving & Restoration
- The Garvey Foundation
- Terry & Janet Boren
- Making the Move
- Mike Gnad: A Master Stonemason
- Dedication
- Find Books for Plymouth Schoolhouse
- The Plymouth School Heritage
Loren Pepperd, Craig Karlin and Colin McIver contribute to the story about the history of the Sig Ep Cannon tradition at FHSU.
- Loren Pepperd: In Search of Their Fire Engine
- Creating Their Cannon
- A Failed Attempt
- Success
- Creating a Tradition
- Craig Karlin: Working with The Cannon
- Causing Trouble
- Dangers of The Cannon
- Making it Safe
- Colin Mclver: A Brief History of The Cannon
Stories
Tiger Tales include alumni oral histories from:Remi Behrands recalls her memories as a student in the Communication Sciences and Disorders program.
- Remi Behrands from Beliot, KS
- Finding FHSU
- Giving Back
- Dr. Frederick Britten & Undergraduate Research
- Traditions
- 2019 Torch Award Recipient
- Alson Bondy from Bogue, KS
- Mr. Fred Albertson
- Frau Golden
- Ms. Agnew
- Lewis Field Dormitory
- Phi Sigma Epsilon
- Working in the Cafeteria
- Leaving for the War
Dr. Louis Caplan, former Physics professor and administrator who retired in 2013, recalls memories at FHSU.
- Journey to FHSU
- Maurice Witten
- Bachelor of General Studies
- Initiating a Partnership in China
- Part-Time Administrator
- Interim Chair of Department of Foreign Language
- Sheridan Coliseum
- Gross Memorial Coliseum
- Beach/Schmidt Performing Arts Center
- Encore Series and I.B. Dent
- Orchestra
- The Bijou
- Harriet Caplan
Bud Dalton, son of Sandlee V. Dalton, recounts a lifetime of FHSU memories
- Standlee H. "Bud" Dalton
- German POWs
- Standlee V. Dalton, Registrar
- The Boys from Brooklyn
- Presidents
- Lyman D Wooster
- M.C. Cunningham
- Gerald Tomanek
- Digging with Sternberg
- Faculty Life
- FHSU Past & Present
- Dolores Earnest from Russell, KS
- Dr. Streeter
- Working in The Library
- Enrollment Drive
- Harriet Ketchum
- Geneva Herndon
- Bob Earnest
- The flood of 1951 in Hays, KS
- Nita Landrum
- Larry and Lyn from Maxwell, KS
- Working their way through college
- Athletic Events and Programs
- Hackberry Trailer Park
- Cookies with President Cunningham
- Sheridan Coliseum/Beach-Schmidt Performing Arts Center
- Old Forsyth Library
Dr. Edward H. Hammond served as the president of Fort Hays State University from 1987-2014. He recounts several different areas of achievement in his career.
- Dr. Edward H. Hammond: High Tech - Hi Touch
- Dr. Edward Hammond, 1987-2000
- A Fulfillment of A Dream
- Connections to Kansas
- Electrifying Campus
- Serving Off Campus Students
- Developing Mediated Classrooms
- Focus on Futurism
- Improving FHSU Science Facilities
- Western Kansas Economic Development Initiative
- NexTech & Interactive Video Connectivity
- The Virtual College
- Cindy Elliott
- Eliminating Faculty Disadvantages
- Student Recognition Programs
- The FHSU Media Tour
- Dr. Edward H. Hammond: Affordable Success
- Dr. Edward Hammond; Affordable Success 2000-2010
- Growing The University
- Surpassing 10,000 Students
- International Partnerships
- Cindy Elliott
- Travelling to China
- Making A Difference in China
- Nola Ochs
- KAMS
- Defining Success
- Practice Your Profession
- Nursing Program Success
- Accounting Awards
- Elementary Education
- Dr. Edward H. Hammond: Leaving A Legacy
- Retirement Decision in 2013
- Keeping the Secret
- Retirement Announcement
- Post-Retirement
- Faculty Member in Higher Education Student Affairs
- Golfing and Skiing
- Grandkids
- Surpassing 10,000 Students
- 1996 Men's Basketball National Championship
- Student Recognition Program Pictures
- Hammond Hall Dedication with Robert and Elizabeth Dole
- Leaving a Legacy
- Pocket Swatches
- Retirement Decision in 2013
- Dr. Edward H. Hammond: Tiger Athletics
- The Role of Intercollegiate Athletics
- Leaving the CSIC
- Joining the RMAC
- Moving to NCAA II
- Building a Winning Football Program
- Lewis Field Renovation
- Coach Bob Cortese
- Coach Chris Brown
- Women's Basketball NAIA National Champions
- Anette Wiles
- Men's Basketball NCAA II National Champions
- A Team Built by Unique Circumstances
- Team Chemistry
- College World Series
- Title IX
- Eliminating Gymnastics
- Adding Soccer
- The Role of Intercollegiate Athletics
Gary and Ila Hulett tell the story of their memories as students who studied at FHSU in the 1950's and came back to teach in the Chemistry and Biology departments at FHSU for many years.
- Ila "Hobbie" Hulett
- Dr. Harold Choguill, Chemistry Professor
- Jean Stouffer, Dean of Women
- Agnew Hall
- Brass Rail
- A Growing Campus
- Intramural Playground where present day Forsyth Library stands
- Old Gymnasium where the present day Plymouth Schoolhouse now stands
- Traditions of the Past
- Freshmen Beanies
- Belt Lines
- Tug of War near Jellison Bridge
- Signs of the Times
- Dress code for girls
- Enrollment process
- That's Entertainment
- Athletics
- Dances and Christmas Ball
- Sheridan Coliseum: Van Cliburn, Andrés Segovia, Spike Jones, Benny Goodman, Linda Ronstadt, Gloria Steinam, Dr. Garrett Hardin, Harry Belafonte
- Names of Note
- Sternberg Museum in McCartney Hall
- George Sternberg
- Dr. Fred Albertson
- Dr. Gerald "Jerry" Tomanek
- Dr. Lyman Wooster
- Standlee V. Dalton
- Sternberg Museum in McCartney Hall
- A Career in Chemistry
- Women in Chemistry
- Richard Burnett, Dean of Men
- Saskatchewan, Canada
- Instructor at FHSU Chemistry
- Part of the Fabric
- FHSU Foundation Board
- Athletics
- Music Events
Craig Karlin recounts memories as a student and employee of FHSU.
- Craig Karlin
- Journey Through Fort Hays
- Admissions
- Financial Aid
- Registrar
- Early Fort Hays State Memories
- Gross Memorial Coliseum
- Navigating the Path
- Gene Fleharty
- Dr. Wilda Smith
- Changes
- An Unexpected Surprise
Leo Lake tells stories of his time as a student at FHSU
- Leo Lake
- Laboratory School
- Rosella McCarroll
- Traditions
- Working to Get Through College
- The Flood of 1951
- Dolly B. Thomas
- Jessica (Johnson) Phelan from Larned, KS
- FHSU Tennis Career
- A Favorite Tradition
- Band
- Sign After Sign
- Ceena Owens
- HHP Department
- Lighthouse Award Recipient
Tim Johnson recounts memories as a nursing student at FHSU and tells the origin story of the Tim Johnson Postcard Collection that he donated to Forsyth Library.
- Tim Johnson from Falun, KS
- Dr. Elaine Harvey
- 1 of 7 Male Nurses
- Post Card Collection
- Snapshots of A Moment in Time
- Donation to FHSU
- Patty Nicholas
- Tom Moorhous from Oakley, KS
- Transferring to Fort Hays State
- Wiest Hall
- Painting Wiest Hall
- Juxtaposition of Presidents
- Gerald Tomanek
- Edward Hammond
- FHSU Today
Mac Reed recalls memories as a student and from decades of serving as the Government Documents Librarian at Forsyth Library.
- Mac Reed from Ellis, KS
- Growing up Near FHSU
- Harriet Ketchum
- The Reveille
- Greek Life
- Impromptwos Music Group & Mary Maude
- Old Library Building
- New Forsyth Library
- Government Documents at Forsyth Library
Keshawn Sewell tells stories about his memories as a student.
- Keshawn Sewell from McPherson, KS
- Journey To Fort Hays State
- Fours Years of Change and Growth
- Athletic Developments
- Leaving a Legacy
- Dr. Brett Bruner
- Tiger Pals
- Finding a Purpose
- 2018 Torch Award Recipient
Herrick Smith recalls stories as a graduate student at FHSU.
- Herrick Smith: Master's of Fine Arts in Ceramics
- Linda Ganstrom
- Herrick Meets his Wife at FHSU
- From Florida to Kansas
- MFA Thesis Project
- Gallery Walks
- The Future of the Art Department
- An Island of Green in the Kansas Landscape
- First Winner of the Lighthouse Award