Seminar: A Messy History of Cleaning Up

Western Libraries Heritage Resources presents: “A Messy History of Cleaning Up- Georgia-Pacific and the History of the Disposable Diaper.” Dr. Kendra Smith-Howard will discuss her research into the history of cleanliness in 20th century America, including the role and impact of Georgia-Pacific and other regional wood-pulp manufacturers in producing paper products. Dr. Smith-Howard is the author of “Pure and Modern Milk: An Environmental History Since 1900,” and is an Associate Professor at the University of Albany, SUNY. Her research focuses on 20th century environmental history in the United States, and she is the 2016 recipient of the J.W. Scott Regional Research Fellowship.