I Was There: A Century of Alumni Stories about the University of Alberta, 19062006 (University of Alberta Centennial Series) [Hardcover] Schoeck, Secretary to General Faculties Council Ellen and Edwards PC, Hon. Jim

Product Description I Was There shares the insights and experiences of the generations of students, professors, and staff who lived and worked at the U of A for the past 100 years. First-person stories and period photographs present a unique insight into university lore from the vantage point of those who were most intimately involved in making the university what it is today: the students and alumni. Review "The greatest measure of a great university is its alumni and the lives they lead both on campus and afterwards. Ellen Schoeck has brilliantly captured the experiences of several generations of our students." - Daniel Woolf, Dean of Arts "The moment I started reading I Was There, I couldn't stop. This book will be a trip down memory lane for all alumni." - Carole Byrne, Vice-Provost and Registrar "Reading I Was There is like going on a treasure hunt - one fascinating discovery after another. For students today, the stories of our alumni bring 100 years of our shared campus history to life." - Graham Lettner, Students' Union President, 2004-2005 "Ellen has written a true people's history of the university. Each story is a gem." - Karen Wichuk, Director, Government Relations "I keep I Was There right on my desk. It's packed with information, and Ellen's entertaining style has made 100 years of our history an easy, enjoyable read." - Derek Roy-Brenneis, Executive Officer, Senate "Our alumni were thrilled to receive copies from the Faculty during Reunion Weekend. It's the perfect gift." - Dru Marshall, Associate Dean, Physical Education and Recreation "I never knew a history book could be so much fun to read-well written, well structured, and well-referenced. With this splendid piece of work, Ellen has ensured that key events in the history of the University of Alberta are not consigned to oblivion." - Olumide Adetunji, former Vice-President Academic, Graduate Students' Association "I love this book; it's a joy to read, and the style has a Stuart McLean-like lightness of touch. The anecdotes follow each other effortlessly; each is a narrative gem, a story just waiting to be told." - Rob Desjardins, PhD Student, U of A "Ellen Schoeck approached students, professors and staff and collected the best and most colourful of their stories for this enormous book, adding wonderfully complementary photos and art.It's an informative look at a central piece of Alberta history". Edmonton Journal "The lively book not only exemplifies the idea that the University is a community bound by the stories it tells, but also includes a surprising number of Augustana references -- including an interview with a first-year student in fall 2004 -- to remind readers that the ties between the University and its new Camrose campus are personal and long-established." Roger Epp, Dean, Augustana Campus "This the first history of the University to focus on what life was like for students. I was fascinated to read about the pranks of yesteryear, tuition protests, and the true sense of community on campus. However, my favourite sections were definitely the 'Glimpses from the Gateway.'" Adam Rozenhart, U of A graduate and former Gateway editor "I put aside the other books I've been reading and decided to finish reading, from cover to cover, I Was There. It is superb!" Myer Horowitz, President Emeritus "Their names grace our public buildings, schools and communities. Their stories tell the history of our University and Province. In I was There Ellen Schoeck shares the personal narratives of University of Alberta alumni and staff with her characteristic enthusiasm and passion; capturing a wealth of memories, humour and personal perspectives which might otherwise be lost to us forever." Heike Juergens, President, Alumni Association "... I Was There tells the story of the University from the sheer determination it took to will a university into existence on the frozen northern prairie right up to the present day. Along the way, characters, events and