the Buckley lecture
CGP’s legacy is steeped in the dedication to the study of folklore and folk life. Until 1979, CGP offered a degree in American Folk Culture, and folklorists throughout the country recognized the program for its quality and dedication to the field.
Although no longer an degree program, folk studies remains an important component of the CGP education and curriculum. A fieldwork course is required during the first year of study, and students learn how to conduct oral histories and record traditions and stories of the past.
CGP also holds an annual lecture on a topic in folk studies. Every year, the program invites a new scholar in the field to share his or her expertise, experiences, and advice through a free evening presentation for the entire community and a professional seminar for students. The 2006 Buckley Lecturer was Joe Hickerson, who introduced Cooperstown to his career in folk music.
For information on the 2007 Buckley Lecture, contact: Catherine M. Raddatz, Coordinator of Alumni Affairs.