Interviewer
Dr. O. Jennifer Dixon-McKnight
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Abstract
This interview was conducted by Dr. O. Jennifer Dixon-McKnight with Brenda Switalski as part of Project 2020: A Collaborative Oral History. In the interview, Switalski details her experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic, notably as a retired American. She particularly details the challenges she faced while moving from Alabama to Indian Land, SC in 2021 amidst a volatile housing market. Notable topics of conversation include the COVID-19 pandemic, vaccination, social isolation, pandemic hobbies, and technological challenges—notably among senior citizens. Other issues discussed include police brutality, social unrest, and political polarization.
Brenda Switalski (b. 1951) is a native of Glendale, California and current resident of Sun City Carolina Lakes in Indian Land, SC. She relocated to Sun City in 2021.
Spearheaded by Dr. O. Jennifer Dixon-McKnight, an Assistant Professor of History & African American Studies at Winthrop University, Project 2020 is best summarized in her words: “The goal was to conduct interviews that explored the various ways in which Americans were experiencing and being impacted by the various watershed moments that emerged during 2020 (the global pandemic, social unrest, financial challenges, issues with healthcare, etc.).”
Publication Date
5-18-2022
Unique Identifier
OH 767
Format
M4A
Length
00:28:51
Restrictions
This interview is open for use.
Keywords
COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020, Social Isolation, Vaccination, Social Unrest, Political Polarization, Digital Literacy, Sun City Carolina Lakes
Recommended Citation
Brenda Switalski, COVID-19 Pandemic, and Sun City Carolina Lakes, "Interview with Brenda Switalski" (2022). Winthrop University Oral History Program. OH 767.
https://digitalcommons.winthrop.edu/oralhistoryprogram/680
