Oral history interview with Samaya Roary, 2019

Partial Transcript: Today is Wednesday, May 1, 2019, and my name is Scott Hinshaw.

Partial Transcript: I'd like to start the interview by asking about your background.

Segment Synopsis: Ms. Roary discusses her early life and background growing up in Charlotte, NC and attending Myers Park High School.

Partial Transcript: How did you find out about UNCG?

Segment Synopsis: Ms. Roary discusses how she decided to attend UNCG. She discusses her experiences at UNCG, favorite classes and professors, majors, and the Lloyd International Honors College. Ms. Roary also discusses experiences studying abroad in London and course work in Washington, D.C. Ms. Roary concludes this section by talking about organizations she is active in, memorable events, the culture of campus and the types of students that attend UNCG.

Keywords: American Association of University Women (AAUW); Barack Obama; Black Lives Matter; Destination UNCG; Diversity; Donald Trump; Dr. David Holian; Dr. Rebecca Muich; First generation students; Hillary Clinton; House of Privilege; Inclusivity; Lloyd International Honors College; Non-traditional students; Office of Intercultural Engagement; Office of Leadership and Civic Engangement (OLCE); Running Start; Spartan Guide; Study abroad; Women; service

Partial Transcript: You're currently the SGA President, is this your first position in SGA?

Segment Synopsis: Ms. Roary discusses her involvement with UNCG Student Government Associaton (SGA). She has served as Junior Senator and President and discusses the roles and duties of her office, including how to gain insight into students' concerns and how to share that information with the university. Ms. Roary also discusses her impressions of Chancellor Gilliam and other UNCG administrators.

Keywords: Barack Obama; Diversity; Dr. Cathy Akens; Dr. Dana Dunn; Financial aid; Franklin D. Gilliam, Jr.; Inclusivity; Parking; Student Government Association (SGA); UNC Association of Student Governments; costs; funding; mental health; social media; students

Partial Transcript: Can you tell me how UNCG has affected your life and what it means to you?

Segment Synopsis: Ms. Roary discusses how UNCG has affected her life and what it means to her. She also discusses where she sees UNCG heading into the future.

Partial Transcript: Well I don't have anymore formal questions for you, but if there is anything else you want to talk about now is the time.