Susquehanna University - 1960 to 1969

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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 1960 through 1969.
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Admission
Admission
Students, Susquehanna University, Universities and colleges--Admission
In 1960, the Susquehanna University student body numbered 652 and by 1968 it had reached 1,186. Shown here is a 1960 admissions brochure highlighting the University's scenic campus as well as its many programs and activities.
Archery Club
Archery Club
Archery, Organizations, Students, Sports, Susquehanna University, Weiss, P., Miller, L., Moritz, N., Milligan, S., Shaw, L., Clukey, M., Ritter, D., Estep, L., Lichty, M., Hackman, D., Iverson, G., Byrnes, A.
This image shows the first members of the Archery Club. Established in May 1965, the members learned the basic forms and techniques involved in the sport.
Chapel Attendance
Chapel Attendance
Students, Student organizations, Religious groups, Susquehanna University, Chapels, Student Christian Association
Let your conscience be your guide. By 1968, chapel attendence was no longer mandatory, however, the University's Student Christian Association offered interested students a venue in which to explore and express their faith.
Cheryl Dowling
Cheryl Dowling
Dowling, Cheryl, Advertisements, Class of 1966, University Choir, Oratorio Choir, Kappa Delta, May Day Musical, Parent's Day Committee, SCA, Orientation, Students, Susquehanna University
Susquehanna University 1966 Alumnus, Cheryl Dowling, graces a billboard advertisement for furs in Sunbury. Ms Dowling, a French major, was involved in activities such as the University Choir, Oratorio Choir, Kappa Delta, May Day Musical, Parent's Day Committee, SCA, and Orientation, during her time at Susquehanna University.
Debating Club
Debating Club
Debates and debating, Students, Student organizations, Susquehanna University
The Debate Club was formed in 1964 and would meet weekly to train and hone debates. The group participted in several competitions throughout the year with other universities and in 1966 participated in a debate held at Cambridge University. This image shows the Debate Club's 1964 membership.
The Draft
The Draft
Draft protests, Students, Vietnam War, Susquehanna University, Draft resisters
U.S. military involvement was on the rise in the late 1960s and so was opposition to the draft. A bill was introduced to end the draft in 1969 and this Crusader article encouraged students to do all they could to support the abolishment. An all voluteer military was established in 1973.
Fraternities and Sororities
Fraternities and Sororities
Fraternities & sororities, Students, Susquehanna University
Greek life was very active at Susquehanna during the 1960s. Fraternities and sororities helped students form close friendships while maintaining their group's long standing traditions. Initially founded as social organizations, fraternities and sororities developed service programs in order to give back to the community.
Freshman Orientation
Freshman Orientation
Freshman orientation, Students, Susquehanna University
During freshmen orientation, new students wearing their dinks and "frosh" pins, examine the activities scheduled for that day. Notice first on the board is a 9:00 a.m. hygiene test.
Men's Day Students
Men's Day Students
Men's Day Student Organization, Commuters, Students, Susquehanna University, Reichley, E., Hafer, R., Gresh, T., Miles, G., Henzel, B., Lytle, R., Owens, G., Reed, R., Virchick, G., Dombroski, B., Brommer, G., Emerick, R.
The Men's Day Student Organization was established in 1965. The group functioned as a way for commuters to get to know each other. Students arranged car pools and became more acquainted with the campus community. Shown in this image are the founding members.
Student Employment
Student Employment
Employment, Students, Susquehanna University, Allen, Bob, Kentucky Fried Chicken.
Students often had jobs during academic semesters as well as summers. Shown here is student Bob Allen serving customers at his job at Kentucky Fried Chicken. Please note the prices on the selection board behind him.
Student Fashion
Student Fashion
Clothing and dress, Miniskirts, Students, Susquehanna University
Sporting one of the defining fashion trends of the 1960s, the mini-skirt, these young ladies take time out of their busy academic schedules to socialize in 1969.
Student Life
Student Life
Fire alarms, Students, Dormitories, Susquehanna University
All settled in for the night and preparing to look spectacular the next morning? Fire alarms can be quite cruel as this 1968 photo proves.
Student Life
Student Life
Activities, Students, Susquehanna University
Students were always able to find a means to entertain themselves outside of the classroom.
Student Life
Student Life
Hairstyles, Students, Comics, Susquehanna University
During the mid-1960s, some men began to move away from the more conventional crew cut to grow their hair longer, mimicking the styles worn by some popular rock singers. This cartoon, which appeared in a 1968 school newspaper, plays on the question " Is it a boy or a girl?"
Student Life
Student Life
Classrooms, Students, Susquehanna University
The 1960s were a period of rapid growth for the University. The student body at Susquehanna more than doubled in size and the academic standards were raised. This 1960 image shows students hard at work in a classroom setting.
Student Life
Student Life
Dormitories, Students, Susquehanna University
Perhaps one of the most memorable aspects of college is the experience of life in the dormitories. From eating and sleeping to all-nighters and enjoying time with friends, these images give us glimpses of dorm life at Susquehanna in 1968.
Student Life
Student Life
Eating & drinking, Susquehanna University, Students
Mm mm good! Students share a modest meal of Dinty Moore Beef Stew and Maxwell House coffee in this 1966 image.
Student Life
Student Life
Homesickness, Students, Stuffed animals (Toys), Susquehanna University, Hassinger Hall.
Items from home helped to soften the ache of homesickness for students experiencing their first time away from home and family. The most popular item was the stuffed pet. This 1963 Crusader article is a laundry list of pets that have found a new home with their owners in Hassinger Hall.
Student Life
Student Life
Frosh Stunt Night, Performances, Students, Susquehanna University
Frosh Stunt Night was held to help freshman students become better acquainted with one another. Freshman students would sing, dance and perform short skits. Here is a group performing a "stunt" based on the growing beatnik culture in 1960.
WQSU
WQSU
WQSU, Radio stations, Students, Susquehanna University, Edwards, P., Mason, G., Richards, C., Whisler, J., Spero, R., Scholl, G., Hoffman, K., Cooke, W., Hall, D., Strawser, R., Herrold, R., Kyse, L., Corveleyn, D., Roessner, J., Ficken, D.
The Radio Association was formed in 1965 and began broadcasting under the new call letters WQSU in the spring of 1967. This image shows the 1969 members of WQSU.