Anthony Simmons oral history interview, 2021 February 22

Description

UNC Charlotte alumnus Anthony Simmons discusses his experience as a student between 1998 and 2002. [All times are approximate]. Introduction and personal background growing up in Anniston, Alabama [:59]. Decision to apply to UNC Charlotte as an out of state student [4:51]. First impressions as a student at UNC Charlotte [8:18]. Majoring in geography and being impacted by Dr. Tyrel Moore [19:04]. Interning for the City of Charlotte [23:20]. The opening of Concord Mills mall and affects on campus [34:10]. His experience as a Black Student at UNC Charlotte [40:28]. Campus reaction to September 11th, 2001 [55:06]. How he came to live in Australia and experience as an African-American man living in Australia [1:06:07] Graduating from UNC Charlotte [1:21:18]. Advice for future students [1:23:13].