Code,500038
Subject,Anthony Szpak
Date,9/20/14
Interviewer,Joseph Wickens
Abstract,"This interview was conducted during the Homecoming event at Cleveland State University. Anthony Szpak attended Fenn College from 1959-1964. In the interview he describes Fenn's campus, his experiences during his co-op and some of his accomplishments since his graduation. "
Special Notes,
Minutes,
0,"Introduction. Attended 1959-1964. Was told by the manager at his job that he ought to go to college. ""That was the first piece of good advice that I got."" Studied mechanical engineering. Classes were in mainly in Stilwell Hall and some in Fenn Tower. "
1,"DoesnÍt remember many of the faculty. ""Some were really good."" Feels the co-op was the most important thing to the college and dislikes that it has been discontinued. Relates the co-ops that he did. Was recruited by GE in Cincinnati but co-op gave him a better offer. Worked there for 18 years."
2,"Describes the job that he did. Was upset when Fenn College was absorbed by CSU, relates why. Later got a masters degree from CSU. Describes background as na¥ve west side kid. Emphasis on co-op importance mentioned again."
3,"He has 14 patents, invented the hot air popcorn popper, owns various patents on the outdoor grill. *END OF INTERVIEW*"