Susquehanna University - 1950 to 1959

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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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1950s Nuclear Arms Race
Political issues, Students, Universities & colleges, Susquehanna University, Arms race
The nuclear arms race between the United States and the Soviet Union was in full swing in the 1950s. The inevitability of war and what its effects might be were on the minds of many. Susquehanna University students weighed in on the matter in this 1951 article from The Susquehanna (student newspaper).
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1951 Football Team Roster
Programs, Registers, Advertisements, Susquehanna University, Football
This page from a 1951 Crusaders football game program shows the undefeated team's roster.The cigarette advertisement encouraging college students to choose Chesterfield cigarettes over other brands reminds us that smoking was an acceptable habit. Note the absence of a Surgeon General's health warning at that time.
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Amos Alonzo Stagg, Sr.
Stagg, Amos Alonzo, 1862-1965., Football, Sports posters, Coaches (Athletics), Susquehanna University
Amos Alonzo Stagg, Sr., joined his son's coaching staff in 1947. In 1951, father and son led the Crusaders to an undefeated season. This image shows coach Stagg on the University football field and commemorates that glorious season.
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Blood drive
War, Students, Universities & colleges, Susquehanna University, Blood donations
The Susquehanna University community has always come together in a time of need and most particularly during war time. This newspaper article details the need for blood during the Korean War and encourages students to donate not only for the soldiers but also to keep up the reserves on the homefront.
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Blough-Weis Library
Blough-Weis Library, Susquehanna University, Universities & colleges, Roger M. Blough Learning Center, Libraries
Built in 1928, the University's Library has seen its share of changes but some things remain the same. This 1951 article from the school newspaper attempts to uncover the secrets the Library holds. Please note the 3:00 observation of a request for help with an assignment due in just twenty minutes. Times (and students) haven't changed!
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Blough-Weis Library
Libraries, Blough-Weis Library, Susquehanna University, Roger M. Blough Learning Center
The original Library building was constructed in 1928. Due to the increasingly large book collection and the need for more study space, an addition was built on the south side of the building in 1958. This image shows the University Library as it appeared in 1959. As noted in the previous image of Roger M. Blough, the Library was later named the Roger M. Blough Learning Center in appreciation of his contribution to the 1972 expansion.
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Blough-Weis Library
Libraries, Blough-Weis Library, Susquehanna University, Roger M. Blough Learning Center, Buildings
The Library was built in 1928. By 1956 a new addition to it was needed for its growing book collections and the increasing student body. On the front page of the 1956 Susquehanna Alumnus, the Library announces plans to expand its building. In time for the Susquehanna University Centennial, the Library had its additional space built onto the south side of the Library.
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Bogar hall
Buildings, Universities & colleges, Susquehanna University
Bogar Hall was built in 1951. It was named after alumnus Jerry Bogar and his son Guy Bogar. It housed the school's humanities programs, but mostly business programs were held in the building. Because of Bogar Hall's curvy stage entrance stairway, located at the main entrance, outdoor graduation exercises were held there throughout the 1950s.
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Bogar Hall and the Little Theatre
Bogar Hall, Susquehanna University, Bogar, Jerry D., Jr., Theatrical productions
Named in honor of Jerry Bogar and his son, Guy, its two largest donors, Bogar Hall housed the University's Arts and Humanities Programs. Dramas were presented in the "Little Theatre". Susquehanna students performed The Merchant of Venice there in 1952.
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Bogar Hall and the Little Theatre
Bogar Hall, Susquehanna University, Bogar, Jerry D., Jr.
Built in 1951, Susquehanna unveiled the new Jerry D. Bogar, Jr. building with much pride. A description of the building's many amenities appeared in the program for The Merchant of Venice which was performed in the "Little Theater" in 1952.
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Bond and Key
Lambda Chi Alpha, Susquehanna University, Fraternal organizations, Bond and Key
Bond and Key, the University's first Fraternity, was established in 1914. It became part of Lambda Chi Alpha, a large national Fraternity, in 1955. The merger was announced in the school newspaper.
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Business Department
Business schools, Susquehanna University Business Department, Susquehanna University
Students of the University's Business School busily study the courses offered by the Department in 1957.
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Business department
Business schools, Susquehanna University Business Department, Susquehanna University
The Business Department was developed at Susquehanna University in 1903. Previously it had been called the Commercial Department. In 1957, the Business Department offered Bachelor of Science degrees in Business Administration and Business Education. Two and Four year diplomas were also given for the Medical Secretarial and straight secretarial courses.
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Business Society
Organizations, Business Society, Susquehanna University
The Business Society's monthly meetings allowed business students to plan business-related programs and field trips and share their common interest. This image shows the Society's 1957 membership.
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Business Society
Organizations, Business Society, Susquehanna University
Created in 1931, the Business Society was formed so that business students could gather to discuss "the affairs and problems in the business world." Secretarial students were also encouraged to join the group. Shown in this image are the 1957 officers of the Business Society.
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Campus Aerial View
Universities & colleges, Susquehanna University, Aerial views
The physical grounds of Susquehanna University did not see much expansion until the 1950s. Shown here is an aerial view of the campus in 1954.
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Campus Expansion
Maps, Universities & colleges, Susquehanna University
In 1858, Susquehanna University (Missionary Institute) started with one building, Selinsgrove Hall. The physical expansion of the campus continues over the years. From the pages of the 1952 Lanthorn, a map showing the current and future sites of campus buildings was drawn. Notice, at that time, tennis courts were separated for the men and women.
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Campus Expansion
Susquehanna University, Universities & colleges
Between its inception in 1858 and 1953, Susquehanna underwent much change and growth. The school newspaper acknowledged that growth while addressing small changes that the student body hoped would be made. Notice that as far back as 1953, "parking space was at a premium".
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Cards
Cards, Dormitories, Students, Susquehanna University
Students pass the time playing cards.
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Centennial Commencement
Graduation ceremonies, Bogar Hall, Susquehanna University
Susquehanna University celebrated its centennial in 1958. Shown here are the commencement exercises of 1958 taking place in front of Bogar Hall. The stage-like entrance to the building made it perfectly suited to the happy occasion.
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