Winona State University is digitizing its film and video collections. This is a general collection of videos, which provide glimpses of Winona State through the 20th century.
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Inauguration of Kenneth Janz: 16th President of Winona State University
Kenneth Janz
This video documents the Presidential Inauguration of Dr. Kenneth D. Janz as the 16th president of Winona State University. The Presidential Inauguration took place on Friday, November 1, 2024 at 2:00pm in Kryzsko Commons Ballroom at Winona State University in Winona, Minnesota.
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Somsen: The History, The Building
Scott Hannon and Winona Heritage Preservation Commission-City of Winona
Dr. Scott Hannon presented Somsen: The History The Building for the Winona Heritage Preservation Commission's (WHPC) Preservation Month event. The HPC event celebrated Winona State University's (WSU) Somsen Hall's 100th anniversary.
The event was made possible by a collaboration with the City of Winona's Heritage Preservation Commission Chair Emily Kurash Casey and Vice Chair Michael Doyle, Winona State University (WSU), WSU Archives & Special Collections (Allison Quam), WSU Marketing and Communication (Andrea Northam), WSU Facilities (Jim Gorblirsch), and the WSU Arboretum & Land Stewardship Committee (Nancy Reynolds).
And special thank you to Dr. Scott Hannon a WSU alumnus and Winona Heritage Preservation Commissioner, WSU Administration, and WSU President Ken Janz. WSU received the WHPC's 2024 preservation award.
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WSU's Place in the History of Recorded Sound
Brian Ohm
Did you know that Morey Hall is named after the third President of Winona State University (WSU), and a key player in the development of recorded sound? Listen to one of the earliest recordings of an American voice and learn about its history.
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Inauguration of Scott R. Olson: 15th President of Winona State University
Winona State University
This video documents the Presidential Inauguration of Dr. Scott R. Olson as the fifteenth president of Winona State University. The Presidential Inauguration took place on Friday, April 19, 2013 at 2:00pm in McCown Gymnasium at Winona State University in Winona, Minnesota.
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The Presidential Inauguration of Dr. Scott R. Olson: Winona State University
Winona State University
This video documents the Presidential Inauguration of Dr. Scott R. Olson as the fifteenth president of Winona State University. The Presidential Inauguration took place on Friday, April 19, 2013 at 2:00pm in McCown Gymnasium at Winona State University in Winona, Minnesota.
Run time: 01:19:36. (not a complete video)
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Inauguration of Judith A. Ramaley: 14th President of Winona State University
Winona State University
This video documents the Presidential Inauguration of Dr. Judith A. Ramaley as the fourtheenth president of Winona State University (WSU). The Presidential Inauguration took place on April 7, 2006 in McCown Gymnasium at Winona State University in Winona, Minnesota. President Ramaley served as WSU President from 2005-2012.
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Sut Jhally: A Lyceum Lecture - Tough Guise
Sut Jhally
On April 18, 2003, Sut Jhally was a speaker for the Winona State University Lyceum Speaker Series. Jhally's presentation was titled Tough Guise: Masculinity, Identity, and Violence.
Sut Jhally was introduced by Dr. Cindy Killion, a professor of Mass Communication.
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Sut Jhally: A Lyceum Lecture - Media & the New Racism
Sut Jhally
On April 17, 2003, Sut Jhally was a speaker for the Winona State University Lyceum Speaker Series. Jhally's presentation was titled The Media and the New Racism: Shy America Can't Think Straight About Race.
Sut Jhally was introduced by Dr. Cindy Killion, a professor of Mass Communication.
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Phelps Laboratory School 1860-1971: Over a Century of Service
Winona State University
This documentary video is about the Phelps Laboratory School 1860-1971 at Winona State University. The original film date is not known; it may have been filmed circa 2000. The video was created by WSU Mass Communication students.
These individuals were interviewed as a part of the history of the Phelps Laboratory School: Donna Schoewe, Carlis Andersen, Ray "Red" Dorn, Bob Haefner, Nancy Renolds, Nancy Rogers, Deb Borkowski, Mary Pendleton, Dr. Donald Fick, Dr. Daniel Hoyt, Joyce Hamernik, Diane Forsythe, Barbara Conway, Anne Petersen, Gayle Goetzman.
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WE: The Winona Experience
Winona State University
The original date is unknown. This is circa 2000s (2000-2005).
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Richard Dawkins: A Lyceum Lecture
Richard Dawkins
On October 12, 1999, Dr. Richard Dawkins was a speaker for the Winona State University (WSU) Lyceum Speaker Series. Dr. Dawkins spoke in Somsen Auditorium (now known as Harriet Johnson Auditorium).
Dr. Richard Dawkins was introduced by Dr. Robin DeVinney (formerly Richardson), professor of Biology.
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A Day of Celebration: Dedication of the WSU Library
Winona State University
A Day of Celebration of the Winona State University (WSU) Library occurred on September 17, 1999.This video documents the opening of the new library at WSU. Speakers included WSU President Darrell W. Krueger, Minnesota Governor Jesse Ventura, Minnesota State Representative Gene Pelowski, Minnesota State Senator Bob Kierlin, Winona Mayor Jerry Miller, Mike Swenson, and musical and student performances.
Note: The library was later named after WSU President Darrell W. Krueger.
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Noam Chomsky: A Lyceum Lecture
Noam Chomsky
On April 20, 1998, Dr. Noam Chomsky was a speaker for the Winona State University (WSU) Lyceum Speaker Series. Chomsky's lecture was titled New Horizons in the Study of Language.
Dr. Chomsky is an American professor of linguistics and know as the "father of modern linguistics." He is known for his work as one of the founders of the field of cognitive science.
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Parker Palmer: A Lyceum Lecture
Parker Palmer
On March 31, 1998, Parker Palmer was a speaker for the Winona State University (WSU) Lyceum Speaker Series. Palmer spoke in Somsen Auditorium (now known as Harriet Johnson Auditorium).
Parker Palmer was introduced by Jim Reynolds, a professor of sociology.
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Frances Moore Lappe & Paul Martin DuBois: A Lyceum Lecture
Frances Moore Lappe and Paul Martin DuBois
On October 21, 1996, Frances Moore Lappe and Paul Martin DuBois were a speakers for the Winona State University (WSU) Lyceum Speaker Series. Their lecture was titled Building Dynamic Democracy Through Community Activism.
The speakers were introduced by Dr. Beckry Abdel-Magid and Margaret Trott.
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Arun Gandhi: A Lyceum Lecture
Arun Gandhi
On September 24, 1996, Arun Manilal Gandhi was a speaker for the Winona State University (WSU) Lyceum Speaker Series. Gandhi spoke in Somsen Auditorium, now known as Harriet Johnson Auditorium.
Gandhi was introduced by Dr. Tim Hatfield, a professor of Counselor Education.
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Ellen Price & Judge Margaret Shaw Johnson: A Lyceum Lecture
Ellen Price and Margaret Shaw Johnson
On May 27, 1996, both Judge Margaret Shaw Johnson and Ellen Price were speakers for the Winona State University (WSU) Lyceum Speaker Series. The title of the Lyceum presentation was Building a Better Winona Ending: Domestic Violence. Judge Johnson spoke before Price's presentation, which was in Somsen Auditorium (now known as Harriet Johnson Auditorium).
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Sammy Davis Gospel Ensemble: A Lyceum Performance
Sammy Davis Gospel Ensemble
On September January 16, 1996, the Sammy Davis Gospel Ensemble performed for the Winona State University (WSU) Lyceum Speaker Series.
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Darla Johnson and Andrew Long and Company: A Lyceum Performance
Darla Johnson, Andrew Long, and Johnson/Long Company
On September 23, 1995, Darla Johnson/Andrew Long Company were performers or the Winona State University (WSU) Lyceum Series. Their presentation was titled Nine Chains to the Man.
The Johnson/Long Company preformance was introduced by Gretchen Cohenour, a professor of Dance.
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Jane Hamilton-Merritt: A Lyceum Lecture
Jane Hamilton-Merritt
On January 18, 1995 Jane Hamilton-Merritt was a speaker for the Winona State Lyceum Series. Hamilton-Merritt's presentation was titled From Laos to the U.S.: The Hmong Journey. Hamilton-Merritt is a photojournalist, college professor and author.
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Joan Borysenko and Myrin Borysenko: A Lyceum Lecture
Joan Borysenko and Myrin Borysenko
On October 5, 1994 Joan Borysenko and Myrin Borysenko were speakers for the Winona State University Lyceum Speaker Series. Their presentation was titled Exploring the Heart of Healing: Minding the Body, Mending the Mind and Soul.
Joan Borysenko and Myrin Borysenko were introducted by Dr. Timothy Hatfield, a professor of Counselor Education.
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Richard Broderick: A Lyceum Lecture
Richard Broderick
On March 29, 1994, Richard Broderick was a speaker for the Winona State University Lyceum Speaker Series. Broderick's presentation was titled The Writing Life: The Business Side. The presentation was at WSU's Residential College in Lourdes Hall.
Richard Broderick was introduced by Dr. Emilio Degrazia, a professor of English.
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Morton Ryweck: A Lyceum Lecture
Morton Ryweck
On October 13, 1993, Morton Ryweck was a speaker for the Winona State University (WSU) Lyceum Speaker Series. Ryweck's presentation was titled Race Relations Today: What We Can Do To Improve Them?
Ryweck was the executive director of the Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC), Anti-Defamation League of Minnesota and the Dakotas.
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Justice Shirley Abrahamson: A Lyceum Lecture
Shirley Abrahamson
On April 29, 1993, Justice Shirley Abrahamson was a speaker for the Winona State University (WSU) Lyceum Speaker Series. The title of Abrahamson's presentation is Victims in the Scales of Justice. Abrahamson was the 25th Chief Justice of the Wisconsin Supreme Court and the first woman to serve on this court and as a Chief Justice. Abrahamson spoke in Somsen Auditorium (now known as Harriet Johnson Auditorium).
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Mike Farrell: A Lyceum Lecture
Mike Farrell
On February 2, 1993 Mike Farrell was a speaker for the Winona State University Lyceum Series. His presentation was titled International Human Rights: A M*A*S*H* Perspective. Farrell was a Marine, an actor, director, and human rights activist.
Mike Farrell was introduced by Joe Reed, Winona State University Director of the Kryzsko Commons Student Union.
