Thomas Price oral history interview

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Oral history interview with Thomas J. Price, Class of 1971, for the Dartmouth Black Lives Oral History Project. Price recounts his early life growing up in Burlington, Ohio, where he excelled as a student and athlete, playing baseball, basketball, and football. He describes being recruited for football by multiple colleges and ultimately choosing Dartmouth for its academic and athletic balance. He discusses the challenge of adjusting to the academically rigorous environment of Dartmouth, but credits focus and perseverance for his success. Price describes the sense of community among Black students and the formation of the African American Society during a time of racial and social activism on campus. Price discusses significant events like the protest against William Shockley's lecture and the broader civil rights movement. He reflects on the lifelong friendships he formed and attributes his professional success to the education and experiences gained at Dartmouth.