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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Gustavus Adolphus Hall
Gustavus Adolphus Hall
Buildings, Evangelical Lutheran Missionary Institute, Susquehanna University, Universities & colleges
Named in honor of of the three-hundredth birthday of the savior of Protestantism against Catholicism in the infamous Wars of Religion in Europe (1618-48), Gustavus Adolphus Hall was built in 1895. A fire destroyed the building in 1964.
Institute Building / Selinsgrove Hall
Institute Building / Selinsgrove Hall
Evangelical Lutheran Missionary Institute, Buildings, Susquehanna University
Dedication of the Institute Building took place on November 9, 1859. It became Selinsgrove Hall in 1895 to honor the citizens of Selinsgrove responsible for the school's creation.