Speaker: Tom Kersen

What a Long, Strange Trip Its Been

Dr. Thomas Kersen has new things to share about his research on UFO/paranormal culture of the Ozarks. That research began serendipitously exploring the quirky nature of Eureka Springs which led to witnessing a major UFO conference. After reviewing Library of Congress oral histories, newspaper accounts, interviews, and other information, he realized that Ozarks were specially … Continue reading What a Long, Strange Trip Its Been

Being Southern: Some Reflections on Some Recent Discussions

In the summer of 2022, I held four classes about southern identity and culture through a continuing education program at University of Southern Mississippi. My talk before UUCJ will be about some of that wonderful discourse and deep reflection gained from that experience. Thomas M. Kersen, Ph.D. Interim Chair, Criminal Justice and Sociology Associate Professor … Continue reading Being Southern: Some Reflections on Some Recent Discussions