Bowling Green Sees “Dead President Tour” Hosted by WKU Department of Political Science

A Journey into History

The Department of Political Science at Western Kentucky University showcased their unique take on presidential history with their “Dead Presidents Tour” on Monday, February 19, 2024. The event was open to WKU students and the Bowling Green community. Organized inside Cherry Hall, the tour was a captivating journey through American history, with political science students portraying eminent past presidents with speeches, costumes, and pertinent props. The tour spanned presidential tenures from the times of Abraham Lincoln to John F. Kennedy.

Engaging Education and Entertainment

Not only was the event educational, but it was also highly entertaining. The students were thoroughly prepared and keenly embraced the personalities of the presidents they were depicting. Attendees were intrigued by the rich mixture of historical tidbits and interactive performances and showed keen interest in having similar events in the future. Dan Modlin, an enthusiast who attended the event, appreciated the students’ initiative and their charming representation of the presidents.

Creating Immersive Experiences

Lucy Rutherford, a Department of Political Science ambassador, reiterated the importance of such events in fostering student engagement with the department and the wider historical world. She revealed potential plans for future events of similar nature to encourage students to develop a deeper understanding and interest in political science.

Students can stay connected with the Department of Political Science via social media platforms, like Instagram and Facebook, for updates about future informative and engaging activities. The department is committed to creating a learning environment that is both informative and enjoyable.

Furtherance of Interactive Learning

Others suggested that such interactive affairs are not only reserved for the Department of Political Science; any academic department could incorporate a similar approach to make their events engaging. Payton Bingham, a senior international affairs major, encouraged departments to create engaging ways of dispersing information about their respective fields. This would create a strong culture of opportunities and engagement within the university, giving students more opportunities to learn about and connect with different areas of study.

As the glowing reactions to the “Dead Presidents Tour” continue to pop up, other departments may certainly be inspired to follow in its footsteps, resulting in a stronger, more community-focused WKU.

About the Author

News Reporter Cameron Shaw has been covering the happenings at Western Kentucky University, he can be reached at [email protected]