Masseli, John 2018-05-18
This interview features Dr. John Masseli as he discusses being gay and coming out to his friends, family, and later colleagues/students.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: John Masseli
Additional Parties Recorded: n/a
Date: May 18, 2018
Location:Lubbock, Texas
Interviewer: Jordan Butler
Length: 00:50:17 (50 minutes)
Abstract
Introduction and background information; Concealing the fact that he was different while in school; coming out to a friend; ACT UP; coming out to his family; Meeting his first partner; getting his PhD; Matthew Shepard; progress in LGBTQ rights; Support from the TTU administration
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Access Information
Original Recording Format: born digital audio
Recording Format Notes: CD copy available to listen in Reading Room
Transcript: available in Reading Room only
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