Interviewer
John Gaston
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Abstract
This interview was conducted as part of the Winthrop History Project, an initiative led by Winthrop President Emeritus Dr. Anthony DiGiorgio and Rebecca Masters. The project aimed to document Winthrop’s transformation over Dr. DiGiorgio’s 24-year tenure, tracing the institution’s evolution from Winthrop College to Winthrop University. Designed to supplement Dr. Ross Webb’s The Torch is Passed, which chronicles Winthrop’s history up to Dr. DiGiorgio’s presidency, this project sought to provide a comprehensive account of this significant period.
A key component of the initiative was a series of recorded interviews with members of the extended Winthrop community who played a role in shaping the university’s progress. These firsthand narratives preserve the voices, experiences, and perspectives of those who contributed to Winthrop’s growth and development.
This interview features Kyle B. Kallander, who served as the third Commissioner of the Big South Conference from June 24, 1996, until his retirement at the conclusion of the 2022–2023 academic year. During his 27-year tenure, Kallander oversaw significant growth in marketing, television, and digital presence, as well as notable athletic and academic achievements within the conference. In this discussion, Kallander reflects on his experiences collaborating with Winthrop University and his interactions with President Dr. Anthony DiGiorgio, providing insights into the university's role and development within the Big South Conference during that period.
Publication Date
7-8-2015
Unique Identifier
OH 613
Format
MP3;
Length
00:36:47
Restrictions
This interview is open for use.
Series
Anthony DiGiorgio
Recommended Citation
Kallander, Kyle B., "Interview with Kyle Kallander - OH 613" (2015). Winthrop University Oral History Program. OH 613.
https://digitalcommons.winthrop.edu/oralhistoryprogram/759
