Rainwater, Kenneth 2022-11-03
This interview features Dr. Kenneth Rainwater and focuses on his childhood and teenage years in Fort Stockton, Texas. In this interview, he describes his family and recollects on his experiences in Fort Stockton. He also recounts his teenage years and high school experiences. Lastly, the interview provides details about his decision to attend Rice University as well as his religious beliefs.
General Interview Information
Interviewee Name: Kenneth Rainwater
Additional Parties Recorded:
Date: November 3, 2022
Location: Lubbock, Texas
Interviewer: Zachary Hernandez
Length: 01:24:14 (1 hour 24 minutes)
Abstract
Introduction and background information; Details about his mother and how his parents met; About his siblings; relationships with his grandparents; Growing up in Fort Stockton; Friends and people of the Fort Stockton area; Childhood activities and clubs; Teenage social life and dating; Attending Rice University; Fort Stockton’s Church of Christ; Closing discussion
Access Information
Original Recording Format: born digital
Recording Format Notes: patrons may listen to audio in our reading room
Transcript: transcript available on dspace
Related Interview: Rainwater, Kenneth 2022-12-06; Rainwater, Kenneth 2023-04-12; Rainwater, Kenneth 2023-04-25;
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