Interviewer
Abby B. Hieber
Files
Download Interview (253.5 MB)
Abstract
This interview was conducted by Abby B. Hieber with Kalaylah Chisolm as part of Project 2020: A Collaborative Oral History. Chisolm discusses her experience as a college student readjusting to the educational and social challenges amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Notable topics include health protocols, mental health, virtual learning, higher education, performing arts, and student life at Winthrop University.
Kalaylah Chisolm ‘22, a native of Hilton Head Island, SC, earned a B.A. in Theater with minors in Educational Studies and English from Winthrop University. She is currently pursuing a M.A. in Teaching from Winthrop. Chisolm also participated in Winthrop’s FYE Peer Mentor program.
Spearheaded by Dr. O. Jennifer Dixon-McKnight, Assistant Professor of History and 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
11-13-2020
Unique Identifier
OH 782
Format
MP4
Length
00:50:22
Restrictions
This interview is open for use.
Keywords
COVID-19 Pandemic, 2020, Higher Education, Virtual Learning, Performing Arts, Mental Health, Student Life, Winthrop University
Recommended Citation
Kalaylah Chisolm, Winthrop University, and COVID-19 Pandemic, "Interview with Kalaylah Chisolm" (2020). Winthrop University Oral History Program. OH 782.
https://digitalcommons.winthrop.edu/oralhistoryprogram/696
