Interview with Keith Louis Bildstein

Interviewee

Keith Louis Bildstein

Interviewer

Ron Chepesiuk

Files

Abstract

The interview was conducted in preparation for an article to be written by Ron Chepesuik. Dr. Bildstein discusses his personal and educational background, his interest in birds and biology and his career at Winthrop. Dr. Bildstein received his BS in biology from Muhlenberg College in 1972 and then his Doctorate from Ohio State University. He came to work at Winthrop University in the fall of 1978. He discusses his interest in birds, originating from his father’s pastime of pigeon racing, and his study of birds, why he prefers studying birds over mammals, and the development of the study of birds. He also talks about his professional career, teaching at Winthrop University and awards he has received as a researcher and professor. Dr. Bildstein left Winthrop in 1992 and later became Director of Hawk Mountain Sanctuary and Director of Conservation Science at Hawk Mountain Sanctuary in Pennsylvania.

Publication Date

1-17-1984

Unique Identifier

OH 180

Format

1 Cassette; MP3; WAV;

Length

00:29:06

Restrictions

This interview is open for use.

Series

Faculty and Staff

Disciplines

Oral History

Keywords

Biology, Ornithology

Recommended Citation

Bildstein, Keith Louis, "Interview with Keith Louis Bildstein" (1984). Winthrop University Oral History Program. OH 180.
https://digitalcommons.winthrop.edu/oralhistoryprogram/28