Susquehanna University - 1858 to 1894

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This collection contains the archive of documents, photographs and brief publications and correspondence revolving around the evolution of Susquehanna University from 1857 through 1894.
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1886 Commencement Program
Programs, Evangelical Lutheran Missionary Institute, Susquehanna University, Graduation ceremonies
Commencement was a week long event featuring a student organized parade, poetry recitals, speeches, and religious services. Listed are the names of the 1886 graduating class.
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1890 Commencement Program
Programs, Evangelical Lutheran Missionary Institute, Susquehanna University, Graduation ceremonies
As in previous years, commencement was a week long event, with a parade, poetry recitals, speeches, and religious services. At the June 1890 commencement, eleven students received their diplomas.
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1894 Commencement Program
Evangelical Lutheran Missionary Institute, Susquehanna University, Graduation ceremonies
When diplomas were first given out starting in 1881, graduates had to purchase them. Before the Missionary Institute became Susquehanna University in 1985, degrees were not freely given to graduates unless they were honorary degrees.
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Graduation Exercises
Programs, Evangelical Lutheran Missionary Institute, Susquehanna University, Graduation ceremonies
One of the topics for the speech given at the June 1890 commencement was on "Execution by Electricity". Not only was the topic controversial; it was also a sign of the changing times since electricity was new to the general public.
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Inside of the 1894 Commencement Program
Examinations, Evangelical Lutheran Missionary Institute, Susquehanna University, Graduation ceremonies
Final examinations were given orally during Commencement. The public was welcome to observe the students during their examinations.
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