Newcomb College Alumnae Oral History Project Collection
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| 1 | Daly, Maria Garcia |
Maria Garcia Daly (1925-2018) was born in Mugardos, La Coruna, Spain. She came to the United States and attended Newcomb College. She graduated in 1 Show moreMaria Garcia Daly (1925-2018) was born in Mugardos, La Coruna, Spain. She came to the United States and attended Newcomb College. She graduated in 1948 with a degree in Music and French. While at Newcomb, Maria was involved with Newcomb Glee Club, Operetta, German Club, La Tertulia, French Club, and Newcomb Dance Club. Maria worked at the Spanish Consulate, serving in several capacities and receiving various awards from the Spanish government for her service. After her time at Newcomb, Maria was active in the community, volunteering with many organizations, including the New Orleans Museum of Art, Children of Mary, Tulane University Women's Association, and Tulane University Medical School. She was a founding member of The Spanish Society/ La Sociedad Española, where she served as president for several years. Newcomb alumnae interview. In this interview with Adele Ramos Salzer, Maria discusses her early life, her time at Newcomb, and her life since. Class of 1948 newcombarchives@wave.tulane.edu Show less |
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| 2 | Ellis, Ida Ruth Denis |
Ida "Ruth" Denis Ellis (1892-1987) grew up in New Orleans and graduated from Newcomb in 1915. While at Newcomb she was involved in Pi Beta Phi, Drama Show moreIda "Ruth" Denis Ellis (1892-1987) grew up in New Orleans and graduated from Newcomb in 1915. While at Newcomb she was involved in Pi Beta Phi, Dramatic Club, Latin Club, Lez Cigalieres, Basketball, Mandolin and Guitar Club, NAA, Boob, and CHEER. She was Vice President of her class in 1914-1915. In this interview with Rosemary Loumiet, Ruth discusses her experiences at and memories of Newcomb College. Class of 1915 newcombarchives@wave.tulane.edu Show less |
Alumni and alumnae | 2018-10-22T14:42:05.942Z | info:fedora/navlsc:alumnae |
| 3 | Hogan, Louise Hoehn |
Louise Hoehn Hogan (1914-2004) grew up in New Orleans and graduated from Newcomb College in 1935. While at Newcomb, Louise was a member of Chi Omega Show moreLouise Hoehn Hogan (1914-2004) grew up in New Orleans and graduated from Newcomb College in 1935. While at Newcomb, Louise was a member of Chi Omega sorority, Phi Beta Kappa, Newcomb Student Council, Y.W.C.A., the Dramatic Club, and the Art Club. Sfter Newcomb, she served on the Board of Christian Women's Exchange, Orleans Club, and the Newcomb Alumnae Association. She was a memeber of Rayne Memorial United Methodist Church, United Methodist Women, Ruth EcEnery Stuart Clan, Orleans Club, Le Petit Salon, and the Friday Afternoon Club. In 1992, she was awarded the Newcomb Award for service and loyalty. In this interview with Allison Phillips, Louise discusses growing up in New Orleans, her time at Newcomb, and her life after Newcomb. Class of 1935 newcombarchives@wave.tulane.edu Show less |
Alumni and alumnae | 2018-10-24T17:40:57.913Z | info:fedora/navlsc:alumnae |
| 4 | Clark, Emily |
Emily Clark grew up in New Orleans, graduated from Newcomb in 1976, earned a Masters of Social Work from Tulane University in 1984, and earned a Ph.D. Show moreEmily Clark grew up in New Orleans, graduated from Newcomb in 1976, earned a Masters of Social Work from Tulane University in 1984, and earned a Ph.D. in history from Tulane in 1998. She is currently a Tulane University history professor. Her research interests include early American and Atlantic world history, race, gender, religion, and historical memory. In this interview with Gwen Tompkins, Emily discusses her time at Newcomb and her life since. Class of 1976 Class of 1998 newcombarchives@wave.tulane.edu Show less |
Alumni and alumnae | 2018-10-22T13:50:18.098Z | info:fedora/navlsc:alumnae |
| 5 | Chesky, Doris Lurie |
Doris Lurie Chesky (1915-1989) graduated from Newcomb College in 1936. Doris grew up in Florala, Alabama. While at Newcomb, Doris was involved in the Show moreDoris Lurie Chesky (1915-1989) graduated from Newcomb College in 1936. Doris grew up in Florala, Alabama. While at Newcomb, Doris was involved in the Glee Club, Special Group, Mandolin-Guitar Club, and Newcomb's Little Symphony. She was a teacher of vocal music at Alcee Fortier High School in New Orleans. She worked with both students and faculty at Fortier in human relations activities. In this interview with Beth Willinger, Doris discusses her time at Newcomb and her life since. Class of 1936 newcombarchives@wave.tulane.edu Show less |
Alumni and alumnae | 2018-10-19T19:00:52.601Z | info:fedora/navlsc:alumnae |
| 6 | Johnston, Moonyeen Marion |
Moonyeen Marion Johnston (1922-2010) graduated from Newcomb College in 1943 with a major in sociology. While at Newcomb, Moonyeen was involved in Alp Show moreMoonyeen Marion Johnston (1922-2010) graduated from Newcomb College in 1943 with a major in sociology. While at Newcomb, Moonyeen was involved in Alpha Omicron Pi, Newcomb Assets, Newcomb Honor Board, Student Center Council, Jambalaya, Hullabaloo, Alpha Sigma Sigma, Turks, Newcomb Student Government Association, and Tulane Student Council. She was elected president of the Southern Intercollegiate Association of Student Governments in 1942. She was the recipient of the 1909 Award in 1943. In this interview with Florence Bass, Moonyeen discusses her memories of Newcomb, her time there, and her views on coordinate colleges. Class of 1943 newcombarchives@wave.tulane.edu Show less |
Alumni and alumnae | 2018-10-24T19:39:42.556Z | info:fedora/navlsc:alumnae |
| 7 | Flemming, Carter Dudley |
Carter Dudley Flemming grew up in Alexandria, VA and graduated from Newcomb College in 1970. While at Newcomb, carter was a member of Chi Omega and, b Show moreCarter Dudley Flemming grew up in Alexandria, VA and graduated from Newcomb College in 1970. While at Newcomb, carter was a member of Chi Omega and, briefly, the Young Republicans. Carter is a member of the Newcomb College Alumnae Association and has served on the Tulane University President's Council and the Tulane University Alumni Association. She was president of the Newcomb College Alumnae Association just after Hurricane Katrina. She also received the Alumni Volunteer Award in 2013. In Alexandria, VA, Carter has spent her life since graduation from Newcomb volunteering and working with philanthropic organizations such as the Campagna Center, the American Red Cross, Alexandria United Way, and the Alexandria Redevelopment Housing Authority. In this interview with Anne McCulloch (NC'79, L'84), Carter discusses her background, her time at Newcomb, and living life in New Orleans as a college student. Class of 1970 newcombarchives@wave.tulane.edu Show less |
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| 8 | Lavin | Alumni and alumnae | 2018-11-08T22:13:25.786Z | info:fedora/navlsc:alumnae | |
| 9 | Schornstein, Florence |
Florence Weiland Schornstein graduated from Newcomb College in 1956 with a degree in English. She served as Director of the New Orleans' Parks Departm Show moreFlorence Weiland Schornstein graduated from Newcomb College in 1956 with a degree in English. She served as Director of the New Orleans' Parks Department for fifteen years, was the first female chairwoman of the Board of Trustees at Touro Infirmary, and was a co-founder of the Women's Leadership Initiative for the United Way for the Greater New Orleans Area. She worked with Save Our Schools, She has also served on the steering committee of Success by Six, as an executive member on the New Orleans Sewerage and Water Board, and on Mayor Ray C. Nagin's transition team after his 2002 election. She has won several awards including 1991 President's Volunteer Award for her Parkway Partner's Program, the Hannah G. Solomon award from the National Council of Jewish Women, the Alexis de Tocqueville Award from United Way, and is listed in Who's Who of American Women and as a Woman Who Dares in the National Jewish Women's Archive. She is a two-time honoree as a New Orleans City Business Woman of the Year. In this interview with Genevieve Pope, Florence discusses her time at Newcomb, her work in New Orleans, and her life after Newcomb. Class of 1956 newcombarchives@wave.tulane.edu Show less |
Alumni and alumnae | 2019-03-15T14:14:24.571Z | info:fedora/navlsc:alumnae |
| 10 | Kepper, Louise Trimble |
Louise "Weezie" Trimble Kepper (1920-2015) graduated from Newcomb College in 1942. She was a member of Zeta Tau Alpha sorority and Executive Committe Show moreLouise "Weezie" Trimble Kepper (1920-2015) graduated from Newcomb College in 1942. She was a member of Zeta Tau Alpha sorority and Executive Committee of the Panhellenic Council, Orléans Club, Junior League of New Orleans, National Society of Colonial Dames of America, Daughters of the American Revolution - Spirit of '76 Chapter, Ruth McEnery Stuart Clan, Christian Woman's Exchange, and Le Petit Salon. A resident of New Orleans for 71 years, she was an Elder of Carrollton Presbyterian Church, Honorary Member of the Orléans Club, and gifted artist and photographer. In this interview with Marie Ward, Louise discusses her time at Newcomb and her life since. Class of 1942 newcombarchives@wave.tulane.edu Show less |
Alumni and alumnae | 2018-11-08T21:41:27.751Z | info:fedora/navlsc:alumnae |
| 11 | Kohlmeyer, Ida Rittenberg |
Ida Rittenberg Kohlmeyer (1912-1997) achieved international acclaim for her abstract paintings and sculptures. She received her B.A in English from Ne Show moreIda Rittenberg Kohlmeyer (1912-1997) achieved international acclaim for her abstract paintings and sculptures. She received her B.A in English from Newcomb College in 1933, and then returned to receive her M.F.A from Newcomb Art School in 1956. Immediately thereafter, she began a career teaching painting in the Newcomb Art Department. She is well known for her sculpture, “The Krewe of Poydras,” located in downtown New Orleans. In this interview with Adele Ramos Salzer, Ida discusses her time at Newcomb, both as an undergraduate and a graduate student, her artwork, and her feelings on the Tulane-Newcomb relationship. Class of 1933 Class of 1956 newcombarchives@wave.tulane.edu Show less |
Alumni and alumnae | 2018-11-08T21:43:57.468Z | info:fedora/navlsc:alumnae |
| 12 | Karlin, Mara Elizabeth |
In this phone interview by Kaitlin Splett, Mara Elizabeth Karlin, Class of 2001, discusses her experience as a student at Newcomb College, Tulane Univ Show moreIn this phone interview by Kaitlin Splett, Mara Elizabeth Karlin, Class of 2001, discusses her experience as a student at Newcomb College, Tulane University, where she received her Bachelor of Art degree, summa cum laude in Political Science. She talks about how she went on to earn a Master of Arts in Strategic Studies, Middle East Studies, and Economics from Johns Hopkins University's School of Advanced International Studies, later completing a Ph.D. in International Affairs from the University's School of Advanced International Studies. Mara Karlin is the former the Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for the Secretary of Defense's Strategy and Force Development. Class of 2001 newcombarchives@wave.tulane.edu Show less |
Alumni and alumnae | 2018-11-08T21:35:27.823Z | info:fedora/navlsc:alumnae |
| 13 | LeBreton, Dagmar Adelaide Renshaw, 1984 |
In this interview, Adele Salzer talks to Dagmar Adelaide Renshaw LeBreton, a Class of 1912 alumna who received a Bachelor of Design from the Newcomb C Show moreIn this interview, Adele Salzer talks to Dagmar Adelaide Renshaw LeBreton, a Class of 1912 alumna who received a Bachelor of Design from the Newcomb College Art School. During her time at Newcomb, Dagmar was a member of the Alpha Omicron Pi Sorority and the President of the Art School Class. She attended Columbia University, and on her return to New Orleans, she began teaching foreign languages at Newcomb. Here she instituted the Department of Italian and authored a number of publications on Louisiana as a French colony, including one called. "Chahta-Ima," a biography of the Jesuit missionary Adrien-Emmanuel Rouquette and his work with the Choctaw Indians. In addition to here work at Newcomb College, Dagmar was a founding member of France-Amérique de la Louisiane and was an active leader in a number of professional, civic, and Catholic organizations. Class of 1912 newcombarchives@wave.tulane.edu Show less |
Alumni and alumnae | 2018-11-08T22:19:52.628Z | info:fedora/navlsc:alumnae |
| 14 | Eustis, Tatjana |
Tatjana "Tat" Hofstra Eustis (also spelled Tatiana and Tatyana) (1921-2014) graduated from Newcomb College in 1942 with a degree in psychology. While Show moreTatjana "Tat" Hofstra Eustis (also spelled Tatiana and Tatyana) (1921-2014) graduated from Newcomb College in 1942 with a degree in psychology. While at Newcomb, she was involved in the Newcomb Glee Club, Dance Club, YWCA, and Lampyrids. In 1943, she married Lawrence B. Eustis. She later graduated from Tulane University with an MA in Social Work. Tatjana continuted to be highly involved with Newcomb College throughout her life. In this interview with Adele Ramos Salzer, Tatjana discusses her time at Newcomb and her life since. Class of 1942 newcombarchives@wave.tulane.edu Show less |
Alumni and alumnae | 2018-10-22T16:25:25.476Z | info:fedora/navlsc:alumnae |
| 15 | Ewin, Louise Nelson |
Louise Courtin Nelson Ewin grew up in New Orleans and graduated from Newcomb College in 1942. While at Newcomb, she was involved in the Student Counc Show moreLouise Courtin Nelson Ewin grew up in New Orleans and graduated from Newcomb College in 1942. While at Newcomb, she was involved in the Student Council, the Lampyrids, the Newcomb Student Government Association, the Tulane Cotillion Club, Alpha Sigma Sigma, T.U.R.K., YWCA, and was president of the student body 1941-1942 and was Homecoming Queen in 1941. She majored in biology and was a recipient of the 1909 award. In this interview with Tatjana Eustis, Louise discusses her time at Newcomb, the impact of World War II on Newcomb and Tulane, and her life after Newcomb. Class of 1942 newcombarchives@wave.tulane.edu Show less |
Alumni and alumnae | 2018-10-22T16:48:29.709Z | info:fedora/navlsc:alumnae |
| 16 | Levin, Cesil Seiferth Kohlman |
Cesil Seiferth Kohlman Levin (1915-2009) graduated from Newcomb in 1936 and earned a Master's degree from Tulane University in 1966. Cesil, a New Orle Show moreCesil Seiferth Kohlman Levin (1915-2009) graduated from Newcomb in 1936 and earned a Master's degree from Tulane University in 1966. Cesil, a New Orleans native, attended Isidore Newman School. While at Newcomb, Cesil was involved with Lagniappe and Glee Club. After graduation, she taught English and history at McDonogh No. 28 and McMain schools in New Orleans for 25 years. Much of this interview between Susan Tucker and Cesil Seiferth Kohlman Levin focuses on Fannie Seiferth Ezekiel, Newcomb College class of 1912 and Cesil's aunt. Fannie is known in Newcomb history for her time as assistant manager of the basketball team. The remainer of this interview covers Cesil's life and time at Newcomb. Class of 1936 Class of 1966 newcombarchives@wave.tulane.edu Show less |
Alumni and alumnae | 2018-11-09T15:04:18.901Z | info:fedora/navlsc:alumnae |
| 17 | Frierson, Ruth |
Ruth "Ruthie" Jones Frierson is the founder and chairman of Citizens for "1 Greater New Orleans," a nonprofit organization devoted to aiding New Orlea Show moreRuth "Ruthie" Jones Frierson is the founder and chairman of Citizens for "1 Greater New Orleans," a nonprofit organization devoted to aiding New Orleans' recovery after Hurricane Katrina. Ruth Frierson graduated from Newcomb College in 1962 and went on to become one of the top realtors in New Orleans prior to Katrina. Class of 1962 newcombarchives@wave.tulane.edu Show less |
Alumni and alumnae | 2018-12-03T20:32:35.45Z | info:fedora/navlsc:alumnae |
| 18 | Mims, Priscilla |
Priscilla Mims graduated from Newcomb College in 1974. She participated in Junior Year Abroad at University College, London. This interview covers her Show morePriscilla Mims graduated from Newcomb College in 1974. She participated in Junior Year Abroad at University College, London. This interview covers her time at Newcomb and her Junior Year Abroad. Class of 1974 newcombarchives@wave.tulane.edu Show less |
Alumni and alumnae | 2018-12-03T19:32:04.278Z | info:fedora/navlsc:alumnae |