Davis, J William 1975-10-31
Dr. Davis, professor of government, speaks of his participation in the early days of Texas Tech University’s name change controversy.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Dr. J. William Davis
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Date: October 31, 1975
Location: Lubbock, Texas
Interviewer: Jo Anna Shurbet
Length: 45 minutes
Abstract
Tape 1, Side 1:
Attitude toward problem,
Proposed solution,
Participation in controversy,
Suggested name,
Origins of "Texas Tech University",
Article, Texas Talks, April 1962,
Loss of interest,
Defeat of "Texas State University",
Role of athletics in choice,
Retaining Double T,
Refusal of faculty to compromise,
Joint Name Change Committee,
Student poll,
Publicity,
Conduct of opposing campaigns,
Representation of Ex-Students Association,
Behavior of student body,
Press coverage,
Need for compromise,
Response to ultimatum,
Anti-intellectualism,
Influence of nationwide student unrest,
"Texas Tech" disadvantages,
Attempts to ridicule "Texas State University",
Attitudes of area legislators,
Faculty recruiting,
Board of Regents' support
Tape 1, Side 2:
Board of Regents' support (continued),
Hostility toward faculty,
Future of name change issue,
Misinterpretation of present name,
Disadvantages of "Texas Tech",
Power Base,
Effects of controversy on institution
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