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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Bogar Hall and the Little Theatre
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.
Campus Aerial View
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.
Cards
Cards
Cards, Dormitories, Students, Susquehanna University
Students pass the time playing cards.
Centennial Commencement
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.
Cheerleaders
Cheerleaders
Cheerleading, Homecomings, Letson, Jinny, Diehle, Judy, Dalby, Peggy, Kohl, Lois, Shuman, D.J., Turner, Elaine, Susquehanna University
Cheerleaders rev up the crowd at a 1958 Homecoming rally. Showing their Susquehanna University spirit, from left, are cheerleaders Jinny Letson, Judy Diehle, Peggy Dalby, Lois Kohl, D.J. Shuman and Elaine Turner.
Cheerleaders
Cheerleaders
Cheerleading, Susquehanna University, Faddis, Elaine, Williams, Elaine, Getsinger, Maryann, Phillips, Muriel, Howling, Roger, Doig, Richard, Pirie, Warren.
Always at the ready to cheer on their team and rile up the crowds, the 1950 cheerleading squad has its picture taken in front of the New Alumni Gymnasium. The members in the front row are Elaine Faddis, Elaine Williams, Maryann Getsinger, Muriel Phillips. In the back row: Roger Howling, Richard "Puppy" Doig, and Waren Pirie.
Civil War Memorial
Civil War Memorial
Monuments & memorials, Civil wars, Soldiers, Students, Evangelical Lutheran Missionary Institute, Susquehanna University
Susquehanna University and the Snyder County Historical Society held a dedication ceremony outside of Selinsgrove Hall. A plaque hangs on the side of the building commemorating the students of the Missionary Institute who fought in the Civil War. This photo shows the Susquehanna University Band playing the National Anthem at the Ceremony.
Civil War Memorial
Civil War Memorial
Monuments & memorials, Civil wars, Students, Soldiers, Evangelical Lutheran Missionary Institute, Susquehanna University
William M. Schnure and Minnie Ulrich Flickinger unveil the plaque dedicated to the students of the Missionary Institute who fought in the Civil War. The plaque is located on the east side of Selinsgrove Hall.
Classes add up
Classes add up
Inners, Lamar, Students, Business & finance, Classrooms, Susquehanna University
Business students work during class held by Professor Lamar Inners.
Conservatory of Music Building
Conservatory of Music Building
Buildings, Gates, Susquehanna University, Conservatory of Music Building
The house of Susquehanna's fifth president, Dr. Dimm, was purchased by the University in 1920. The home was used as the Music Conservatory until the construction of the Landes Gateway, which required that it be demolished in 1959. Shown in the background is the University Library which had been expanded in 1958.
Dorms
Dorms
Students, Susquehanna University
Students pose for a picture in 1959.
Football Team
Football Team
Football, Sports, Stagg, Amos Alonzo, 1862-1965., Stagg, Amos Alonzo Jr., Susquehanna University
Led by coaches Amos Alonzo Stagg Jr. and his father Amos Alonzo Stagg Sr., the 1951 Susquehanna University football team used "razzle-dazzle' to earn the University's first undefeated season. This image shows those superb players and their coaches.
Freshmen
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.
Freshmen
Freshmen
Students, Dormitories, Nunn, Peter, Scott, Jane, Ormond, Betty Ann, Susquehanna University
We see from left to right, Peter Nunn, Jane Scott and Betty Ann Ormond moving into the dorms during orientation week in 1956.
Freshmen
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.
Freshmen Dorms
Freshmen Dorms
Dormitories, Meister, Ruth, Stocking, Marguerite, Susquehanna University
House Mothers helped to enforce residence hall rules. This 1958 image shows Dean Ruth Meister and House Mother Mrs. Marguerite Stocking visiting freshman students in their dorm room.
Gathering
Gathering
Students, Seibert Hall, Susquehanna University
Students gather on the steps outside of Seibert Hall.
Heilman Hall
Heilman Hall
Buildings, Universities & colleges, Heilman Hall, Susquehanna University, Spangler, Mary Heilman
Built on old potato fields, a new music building was constructed with the help of the centennial appeal. The building was dedicated in 1958 and was named Heilman Hall in recognition of Mary Heilman Spangler, who had donated a large sum in honor of her father and brother. Shown in this image are students on their way to class in the new building.
Homecoming Float
Homecoming Float
Homecomings, Parades & processions, Floats (Parades), Susquehanna University
Homecoming was a special annual event at Susquehanna University. Just before the Homecoming football game, a parade showcasing floats created by the students, including those living in fraternities and sororities, made its way through Selinsgrove. This photo shows a 1957 Homecoming float.
Lambda Chi Alpha
Lambda Chi Alpha
Greek letter societies, Lambda Chi Alpha, Bond and Key, Susquehanna University
The original Lambda Chi Alpha, formerly Bond and Key, fraternity house was located at 309 University Avenue. In 1961, the fraternity sold the house and built a new residence next to rival fraternity Theta Chi. Shown from left at the 309 University Ave address in 1958 are Lamda Chi Alpha members T. Pupo, F. Chrvala, R. Rumble, D. Patterson, R. Yeingst, M. Tobias, R. Richie, J. Barow, J. Stone, C. Rovenolt, D. Lehmer, G. Herbster, L. Heinze, R. McTague, and B. Kenyon.