As part of the “Americans and The Holocaust” exhibit here at Vincennes University, theater department students recited readings and monologues of survivors.

Kendra Clauser, director of the theater program, said it was a “wonderful experience” for the students.

“It gives them an opportunity to do something other than traditional acting,” she said.

As students worked diligently gathering information and research about each survivor’s stories, Clauser said it gave “students the chance to do a deep dive into history.”

“They got to learn about the history in a non-traditional way, looking at it from the perspective of the people,” she said.

Theater student Kaylin Brownell shared her thoughts on the event as well.

“I think it went really well; we all did good at practicing our parts,” she said. “I think they should incorporate more of these into our schedule.”

She added, “I think it’s more fun to present in front of people, rather than just staying in the classroom the whole time.

“Overall I think the event went well.”

The “Americans in the Holocaust” exhibit is still on display in the Shake Learning Resource Center and will remain up until April 28.