Abstract
Although coal has always been a resource for electricity, it’s also become a resource for income and community bonding and has become a deep-rooted part of the culture of Kentucky, especially eastern Kentucky. Coal however is a highly debated topic in the United States in the debate about climate change, and many are wondering if underground mining is safe due to workplace injuries and illness. This project consists of interviews and research to figure out why, despite its environmental cost and other downfalls, coal has stayed such a viable resource and integral part of life in Eastern Kentucky.
Semester/Year of Award
Spring 2020
Mentor
Chad Cogdill
Mentor Department Affiliation
Communication
Access Options
Restricted Access Thesis
Document Type
Bachelor Thesis
Degree Name
Honors Scholars
Degree Level
Bachelor's
Department
Clinical Therapeutic Programs
Department Name when Degree Awarded
Communication Sciences and Disorders
Recommended Citation
Smith, Kristen M., "Coal Culture- More Than Just Energy" (2020). Honors Theses. 732.
https://encompass.eku.edu/honors_theses/732
