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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Cross Country
Cross Country
Running, Runners (Sports), Cross Country, Susquehanna University, Hindman, David.
Cross country track began at Susquehanna University in 1961 under the direction of coach David Hindman. The cross country tradition continues today as the University supports both a men's and women's team. This image shows the 1962 cross country team.
Dames Club
Dames Club
Dames Club, Organizations, Susquehanna University, Grosse, Jean.
The Dames Club was an organization created by Susquehanna University wives. The club held monthly meetings under the direction of Mrs. Jean Grosse. The club's membership is seen in this 1962 photo.
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.
Panhellenic Council
Panhellenic Council
Fraternities & sororities, Dance parties, Susquehanna University, Griffith, Ann, Jordan, Barbara, Panhellenic Council
The Panhellenic Council consisted of three delegates from each of the three National Panhellenic Sororities operating on campus. The goals of the Council were to promote "high social standards and sound scholarship." The Council held a pledge dance each year to welcome pledges into its membership. Shown are images from the formal affair held in 1962.
Phi Epsilon
Phi Epsilon
Fraternities & sororities, Susquehanna University, Phi Epsilon, Tau Kappa Epsilon.
The Tau Kappa Epsilon fraternity, previously kown as Phi Epsilon, was the fourth fraternity established at Susquehanna University and found its home at the former Charles Aikens residence on University Avenue.
Phi Epsilon
Phi Epsilon
Fraternities & sororities, Susquehanna University, Phi Epsilon, Tau Kappa Epsilon, Strine, Harry, Black, Roy, Marzolf, Chester, Sandahl, Jim, Andes, Bill, Parks, Jim, Colomet, Tony, Speidell, Walt, Whitney, Jeff, London, Bud, Black, Jim, Overholt, Linford.
Phi Epsilon was the fourth fraternity organized at Susquehanna University. It joined the University in February of 1961 and one year later merged with the Tau Kappa Epsilon national fraternity. Shown are the members in 1962.
Radio Club
Radio Club
Radio stations, Radio broadcasting, Radio Club, Military Affiliated Radio Service, Susquehanna University.
The Radio Club was formed in 1961 and operated through the Military Affiliated Radio Service. With the help of a 500 watt transmitter, the club could transmit signals around the world from its location at 580 University Avenue.
Smith Hall
Smith Hall
Dormitories, Buildings, Susquehanna University, Smith Hall.
As Susquehanna continued its growth, student housing became a priority. Smith Hall, a new dormitory, was dedicated in 1961. Shown in this image is one of the new dorm rooms. Bogar Hall can be seen in the background.