Susquehanna University - 1950 to 1959

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  • Date = 1956 ca.
  • Contributing Institution = Susquehanna University

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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 1950 through 1989.
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Freshmen
Students, Women, Pine Lawn, Smith, Ruth, Freshman orientation, Susquehanna University
This 1956 image shows the female freshman students with President G. Morris Smith's wife at the president's residence, Pine Lawn. The students were welcomed by Mrs. Ruth Smith during orientation week. The women had a longer orientation period in an effort to encourage friendships.
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Freshmen
Students, Hazing, Susquehanna University
Hazing at Susquehanna University began around 1898 and ended in the late 1960s. Coordinated by the Student Council, hazing usually involved embarassing but harmless antics performed by first year students at the direction of the upperclass students. The hazing period usually ended with Homecoming. This 1956 image shows freshman students standing on and around the sun dial in front of Selinsgrove Hall holding umbrellas and sacks and wearing mismatched footwear.
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Theta Chi
Fraternities & sororities, Theta Chi, Dance parties, Susquehanna University
In the 1950s, Theta Chi was the largest fraternity on campus. Its motto was " Alma Mater first and Theta Chi for alma mater." The brothers scheduled social events throughout the year. Among the most popular activities sponsored by the fraternity were the Dutch, Halloween and Christmas parties and a formal commencement dance. This 1956 image shows the brothers and their dates enjoying a Halloween dance.
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